Devo, Lene Lovich, Japan, The Knack - 4 x albums - Diverse Titel - LP-Alben (mehrere Objekte) - 1979

DEVO – Duty Now For The Future – 1979
Label: Virgin – VIL 12125
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: Italy
Release date: 1 June 1979
Runout:
Side 1: VIL 12125 A
Side 2: VIL 12125 B
Condition: Vinyl VG+ / Cover VG+
Original Italian pressing of Devo’s second studio album, Duty Now For The Future, released in 1979 on Virgin Records.
The vinyl is in VG+ condition, well preserved and carefully handled, with only minor signs of use consistent with its age. The centre hole is exceptionally clean and virtually perfect, showing very little evidence of use.
The original cover is also in VG+ condition, well preserved overall, with only minor signs of wear consistent with age and normal handling.
A very nice copy for collectors of Devo, Virgin Records and late-1970s new wave music.
Please note that, despite the very good overall condition of both record and cover, minor imperfections, signs of wear or age-related defects may be present, as is normal for a vinyl record and sleeve that are more than 45 years old. Please refer to the photographs for the overall condition and details.
A well-preserved copy of an important late-1970s new wave album.

LENE LOVICH – Stateless – 1979
Label: Stiff Records – 7/NP
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Country: Portugal
Released: 1979
Runout:
Side A: AL-36102-1A F0-7-A STERLING
Side B: BL-36102-1D F0-7-B STERLING
Condition: Vinyl VG+ / Cover VG+
Original Portuguese pressing of Lene Lovich’s debut studio album, Stateless, released in 1979 on Stiff Records.
Stateless is one of the distinctive albums of the late-1970s new wave scene, combining Lene Lovich’s highly individual vocal style with elements of new wave, art pop and experimental rock.
The vinyl is in VG+ condition, well preserved and carefully handled, with only minor signs of use consistent with its age. The detailed STERLING mastering markings are clearly present in the runout grooves on both sides.
The original sleeve is also in VG+ condition, well preserved overall, with only minor signs of wear consistent with normal handling and the passage of time.
The centre hole is well preserved and shows very little evidence of wear.
Please note that, despite the very good overall condition of both record and sleeve, minor imperfections, signs of wear or age-related defects may be present, as is normal for a vinyl record and cover that are more than 45 years old. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the actual condition.
A very nice Portuguese edition of Lene Lovich’s acclaimed debut album and an interesting collectible for fans of Stiff Records and late-1970s new wave.

THE KNACK – Get The Knack – 1979
Label: Capitol Records – 3C 064-85906
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: Italy
Released: 1979
Runout:
Side A: 85906-A 26-7-79 I ∆
Side B: 85906-B 26-7-79 I ∆
Condition: Vinyl VG+ / Cover VG+
Original Italian pressing of The Knack’s debut album, Get The Knack, released in 1979 on Capitol Records.
The album includes the band's worldwide hit “My Sharona”, together with other highlights such as “Good Girls Don't” and “That's What the Little Girls Do”. The record captures the energetic power-pop sound that made The Knack one of the most recognizable bands of the late 1970s.
The vinyl is in VG+ condition, well preserved and carefully handled, with only minor signs of use consistent with its age.
The original sleeve is also in VG+ condition, well preserved overall, with only minor signs of wear consistent with normal handling and the passage of time.
The centre hole is well preserved and shows very little evidence of wear.
Please note that, despite the very good overall condition of both record and sleeve, minor imperfections, signs of wear or age-related defects may be present, as is normal for a vinyl record and cover that are more than 45 years old. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the actual condition.
A very nice Italian copy of The Knack's highly collectible debut album and an essential title for fans of late-1970s power pop.

JAPAN – Gentlemen Take Polaroids – 1980
Label: Virgin – VIL 12180
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Country: Italy
Released: 15 November 1980
Runout:
Side A: VIL 12180/1
Side B: VIL 12180/2
Condition: Vinyl VG+ / Cover VG+
Original Italian pressing of Japan’s Gentlemen Take Polaroids, originally released in 1980 on Virgin Records. This is the band’s fourth studio album and an important release from their transition towards the sophisticated art-pop and electronic sound that would characterize their later work.
The vinyl is in VG+ condition, well preserved and carefully handled, with only minor signs of use consistent with its age.
The original sleeve is also in VG+ condition, presenting well overall, with only minor signs of wear consistent with normal handling and the passage of time.
A desirable Italian edition for collectors of Japan, David Sylvian, Virgin Records and early-1980s art-pop/new wave.
Please note that, despite the very good overall condition of both record and sleeve, minor imperfections, signs of wear or age-related defects may be present, as is normal for a vinyl record and cover that are more than 45 years old. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the actual condition.
A very nice collector’s copy of an essential Japan album from their classic period.