{"product_id":"u-2-boy-vinyl","title":"U2 - Boy Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: U2\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: Boy\u003cbr\u003e\nLabel: Island Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: ILPS 9646\u003cbr\u003e\nCountry: United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Release Year: 1980\u003cbr\u003e\nPressing Year: 1980 UK Pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Vinyl LP\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoy is the debut studio album by U2 and the record that introduced the Irish quartet to the world. Released in 1980, the album showcases the band's youthful energy and distinctive sound, combining post-punk influences with anthemic melodies and Bono's passionate vocals. Featuring standout tracks such as \"I Will Follow\", \"Out Of Control\" and \"The Electric Co.\", Boy laid the foundations for what would become one of the most successful careers in rock history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal UK Island Records pressing issued under catalogue number ILPS 9646. Produced by Steve Lillywhite, Boy received widespread critical acclaim and remains one of the most important debut albums of the post-punk era. Early UK pressings are highly regarded for their excellent analogue sound quality and authentic presentation, making them increasingly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI Will Follow\u003cbr\u003e\nTwilight\u003cbr\u003e\nAn Cat Dubh\u003cbr\u003e\nInto The Heart\u003cbr\u003e\nOut Of Control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStories For Boys\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ocean\u003cbr\u003e\nA Day Without Me\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother Time, Another Place\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Electric Co.\u003cbr\u003e\nShadows And Tall Trees\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide A: ILPS 9646 A\u003cbr\u003e\nSide B: ILPS 9646 B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK Island Records pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced by Steve Lillywhite\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures \"I Will Follow\", \"Out Of Control\" and \"The Electric Co.\"\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal picture inner sleeve\u003cbr\u003e\nStereo pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic post-punk debut album\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003cbr\u003e\nInner 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 very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.\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. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57300813021557,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/B62C19B4-3E3C-4C27-9667-10E615A458FD.jpg?v=1781704480","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/u-2-boy-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}