U2 - The Unforgettable Fire Vinyl

Artist: U2
Title: The Unforgettable Fire
Label: Island Records
Catalogue Number: U25 / ILPS 9770
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1984
Pressing Year: 1984 UK Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

The Unforgettable Fire is U2's fourth studio album and marked a major turning point in the band's musical development. Released in 1984, the album saw U2 move towards a more atmospheric and experimental sound under the production of Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois. Featuring classic tracks such as "Pride (In The Name Of Love)", "Bad", "A Sort Of Homecoming" and the title track, the album laid the foundations for the band's later worldwide success.

Pressing Notes

Original UK Island Records pressing issued under catalogue number ILPS 9770 (U25). Produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois, the album is widely regarded as one of U2's most artistic and influential releases. Early UK pressings are highly sought after by collectors for their superb analogue sound quality and authentic presentation from the band's most creative period.

Track Listing

Side A

A Sort Of Homecoming
Pride (In The Name Of Love)
Wire
The Unforgettable Fire
Promenade

Side B

4th Of July
Bad
Indian Summer Sky
Elvis Presley And America
MLK
Matrix / Runout

Side A: ILPS 9770 A
Side B: ILPS 9770 B

Additional Information
Original UK Island Records pressing
Produced by Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois
Features "Pride (In The Name Of Love)" and "Bad"
Original picture inner sleeve
Stereo pressing
Classic 1980s alternative rock release
Essential U2 album
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All 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.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.