{"product_id":"tom-verlaine-self-titled-vinyl","title":"Tom Verlaine - Self Titled Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Tom Verlaine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Tom Verlaine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Elektra Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: K 52156\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release Year: 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Year: 1979 UK Original Pressing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTom Verlaine is the acclaimed self-titled debut solo album from former Television frontman Tom Verlaine. Released in 1979, the album showcases his distinctive guitar style and poetic songwriting, building on the groundbreaking sound he pioneered with Television while exploring a more atmospheric and melodic direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing standout tracks including Kingdom Come, The Grip Of Love, Souvenir From A Dream, Flash Lightning, Red Leaves and Breakin' In My Heart, the album has become a cult favourite among fans of new wave, art rock and post-punk. David Bowie later recorded a version of Kingdom Come for his 1980 album Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1979 UK pressing on Elektra Records, catalogue number K 52156.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Tom Verlaine, this debut solo album was issued following the breakup of Television and was praised for its intricate guitar work and understated production. Original UK Elektra pressings remain highly regarded for their analogue sound quality and are increasingly sought after by collectors of new wave, punk and art rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grip Of Love\u003cbr\u003e\nSouvenir From A Dream\u003cbr\u003e\nKingdom Come\u003cbr\u003e\nMr. Bingo\u003cbr\u003e\nYonki Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlash Lightning\u003cbr\u003e\nRed Leaves\u003cbr\u003e\nLast Night\u003cbr\u003e\nBreakin' In My Heart\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal 1979 UK pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nElektra Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue number K 52156\u003cbr\u003e\n33⅓ RPM vinyl LP\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced by Tom Verlaine\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Kingdom Come\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes The Grip Of Love\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Souvenir From A Dream\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Flash Lightning\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Red Leaves\u003cbr\u003e\nFormer Television frontman\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic new wave and art rock album\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible original UK pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. Records are securely packaged in professional record mailers with protective stiffeners and dispatched via a fully tracked delivery service to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57354213327221,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/4CD18060-6E76-4252-B382-B1B6C9F8A166.jpg?v=1784109393","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/tom-verlaine-self-titled-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}