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I'm on the hunt for some specific singles—looking for those old RCA Victor pressings specifically:
Zsuzsa Koncz
Jean Wells
Scott Walker

Happy to trade some other vinyl my way to make it happen

Also, I've got a bunch of extra records up for sale or trade over on eBay, check out these listing numbers if you're browsing:
10469210
11594839
10519676
6007811
6007804
ALBUM TITLE / PRICE

AC/DC ‎– Powerage VG+/EX - $10
Angelic Upstarts ‎– Teenage Warning (UK) NoCover/VG+ $13

Burton, Robert - Robert Burton EX/EX $6.75

Cole, Don & Alleyne ‎– At The Whiskey A Go Go (US) G+/VG+ $6.75
Conspiracy - Live At Alexander "Catch 'Em" NM/M $10

Deep Purple - In Rock EX-/VG+ (US First Pressing) $17
Dire Straits ‎– Communiqué EX-/EX - $10
DYLAN, BOB - At Budokan VG+/EX-/EX- (missing booklet and poster) $10
DYLAN, BOB - Infidels EX-/EX $10

Eclipse Of The Sun – Real Rock'n'Roller VG+/EX 30
Everything But The Girl – Baby The Stars Shine Bright (USA) EX/EX $10

Geldof, Bob ‎– Deep In The Heart Of Nowhere (UK) NM/NM $6.75
Gillan - Future shock EX-/EX- $6.75

Hendrix, Jimi - Crash landing NoCover/VG+ $6.75
Hendrix, Jimi - The eternal fire VG/VG $13

Jethro Tull – Too Old To Rock N' Roll : Too Young To Die ! VG+/EX $23
Joplin, Janis – Janis EX-/VG+/VG+ (needs a good cleaning) $10

Kiss - Dynasty VG+/VG+ $6.75

LED ZEPPELIN - In through the out door VG+/EX- $13
Lee, Alvin - RX5 EX/EX $6.75
Lee Roth, David ‎– Skyscraper EX/NM $6.75
Livin' Blues ‎– Blue Breeze (Poland) G+/VG+ $6.75
Lonesome Strangers ‎– The Lonesome Strangers EX/NM $6.75

Mama's Boys ‎– Power And Passion VG+/NM $6.75

Oldfield, Mike ‎– Tubular Bells (Netherlands) EX/EX $17
Oldfield, Mike – Platinum EX/EX $6.75
Oldfield, Mike – The Complete EX-/EX/EX $10

Pink Floyd - Meddle VG+/EX- $13
Pink Floyd - The Final Cut EX/EX $17
Platters - The Platters - Vol. 2 (France) NM/NM $6.75
Police - Zenyatta Mondatta EX/EX $6.75
Police - Synchronicity (Ned) VG+/VG+ $13

Queen - Live Killers (1st US Pressing) EX/EX $17

Rainbow – Down To Earth EX/EX $10
Reggie Knighton Band - The Reggie Knighton Band NM/NM $6.75
Rock Begins Vol. 1 1949-1956 EX/NM/NM $10

Seger, Bob And The Silver Bullet Band ‎– Understanding 12" (UK) EX/EX $6.75
Shadows ‎– The Shadows' Greatest Hits (US 1967) G+/VG $6.75
STATUS QUO - If you can't stand the heat (US Release) EX/EX 20
STATUS QUO - Hello (US Release) VG/VG 80
STATUS QUO - Quo (US Release) VG+/VG+ 80
STATUS QUO - Live (US Release) EX/EX $10
STATUS QUO - Live (US Release) EX/EX $10
STATUS QUO ‎– Rockin' All Over The World (Netherlands) VG+/NM $17
STATUS QUO - Blue for you EX-/EX- $13
Supertramp ‎– Breakfast In America VG+/EX $6.75
Supertramp ‎– Breakfast In America (Europe) VG+/EX $10
SUPERTRAMP - Paris EX/VG+/VG+ $10

Turner, Tina ‎– Private Dancer EX/EX $6.75

U2 - Under a blood red sky EX-/EX $13
U2 ‎- The Unforgettable Fire EX-/EX- $10
Uriah Heep - Firefly VG+/EX- $10

Young, Neil & Crazy Horse ‎– Rust Never Sleeps VG(tape repair)/VG+ $10

Various - Born on the road: Easy rider (Europe E 443) VG+/VG+ $10
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***PROG ROCK, FUSION***

Fiori - Séguin ‎– Deux Cents Nuits À L'Heure (Canada) EX-/EX $6.75
Sky ‎– Sky 2 (UK) EX-/EX/EX $10
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***POST PUNK, GOTH, INDIE, ALTERNATIVE, EXPERIMENTAL, INDUSTRIAL***

Bomb Party – Fish EX/NM $17
Cabaret Voltaire - The Covenant, The Sword And The Arm Of The Lord EX/EX $17
Cecilia ± – The Other Side Of This Side EX+/NM $33
Fat – Hit EX/NM $17
Gene Loves Jezebel ‎– Discover (USA) EX-/EX- $17
Hecke, Rudolf – Naked And Still Hungry EX/NM $27
Kelly, Paul And The Messengers ‎– Gossip EX-/EX $17
LAIBACH - Opus dei EX/EX $50
LAIBACH - Let it be EX/EX $50
Naked Prey – Live In Tucson EX/EX $17
Public Image Limited ‎– The Greatest Hits, So Far VG+/EX/EX $27
To Damascus – Succumb EX/NM $33
XTC ‎– White Music $6.75
XTC ‎– Go 2 VG/VG+ $6.75
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***POP, POWER-POP SYNTH-POP, NEW WAVE, SKA, FUNK, '80***

ABBA ‎– Voulez-Vous (US Pressing) VG+/EX $13
The Beat - Wha'ppen? VG+/VG+ $6.75
Leslie Cheung ‎– Hot Summer NM/NM $17
Classix Nouveaux - Night People VG+/EX (US Import) $13
Classix Nouveaux ‎– Night People EX-/VG+ $6.75
Classix Nouveaux ‎– La Verité VG+/VG+ $6.75
Eurythmics - Touch EX-/EX $6.75
Eurythmics - 1984 (For The Love Of Big Brother) EX/NM $10
Fixx ‎– Reach The Beach (US Pressing) NM/NM $17
Fools ‎– Sold Out +7" promo (US Pressing) EX/EX $17
Billy Idol - Whiplash smile EX-/EX $6.75
Joe Jackson ‎– Night And Day VG+/EX $6.75
Michael Jackson ‎– Thriller VG+/EX $10
Prince And The Revolution - Parade EX/EX $13
Cecilia Ray – Cecilia Ray (US Import) EX-/EX- $10
Leo Sayer – Thunder In My Heart (US Import) NM/NM $3.25
Sha-Na-Na ‎– Shanana (Hot Sox) NM/NM $17
Sha-Na-Na ‎– Shanana (Hot Sox) EX/NM $6.75
Sha Na Na ‎– Rock 'N' Roll Is Here To Stay NM/NM $17
Simple Minds - Live In The City Of Light VG+/EX $6.75
Simple Minds - Once upon a time EX/EX $6.75
Talk Talk ‎– It's My Life (US Import) VG+/VG+ $10
Talking Heads - The lady don't mind 12" EX/EX $6.75
Ultravox ‎– Quartet EX-/EX $6.75
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***JAZZ***

Errol Garner - King of piano jazz EX/EX $10
Glenn Miller Et Son Orchestre - Glenn Miller's Originals EX/EX $10
Glenn Miller ‎– I Grandi Del Jazz - Registrazione Originale 1937 / 1942 EX/VG+ $10
The Mills Brothers ‎– Mills Brothers EX-/EX $6.75
Johnnie Ray – Johnnie Ray's Greatest Hits EX/EX- $6.75
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***CHANSONS, FRENCH POP-ROCK***

Gilbert Bécaud – C'est En Septembre EX-/EX $10
Jean-Louis Caillat ‎– Face À Face EX/EX $10
Sacha Distel - Succes En Or EX/NM 80
Fernandel ‎– Le Retour De Don Camilo VG+/VG+ $17
Mireille Mathieu - Olympia VG+/VG+ $6.75
Nana Mouskouri - White Rose Of Athens NM/NM $10
Roger Nicaul - Succes En Or EX/EX $10
Edith Piaf - Mon Légionnaire EX/NM $10
Serge Reggiani - Album N° 2 - Bobino EX/NM 30
Henri Salvador ‎– Salvador S'Amuse (1st French Pressing) EX-/VG++ $17

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***REGGAE, FOLK, WORLD, COUNTRY, SOUL, EASY LISTENING***

Constanze presents WOGA WOLGA (US Import) VG+/EX- $27
De Wayne Fulton ‎– An Evening At The Warehouse Restaurant VG/VG $6.75
Evgenij Doga - Cigani lete u nebo Soundtrack (US Film Score, 1977) EX/EX $27
Golden Gate Quartet ‎– The Best Of The Golden Gate Quartet EX+/NM/NM $13
World Folk Music TAHITI (US Import) EX-/EX- $17
EVA PILAROVA - Zpiva Eva Pilarova (US Import, 1969) EX-/EX+ $17
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AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL CLASSICS

***ROCK, POP-ROCK***

Balašević ‎– 003 VG+/EX- $17
Bijelo Dugme - Šta bi dao da si na mom mjestu VG+/VG+ $10

New York Yankees - Championship Season 1982 (no posters) EX-/EX $6.75
Divlji Anđeli ‎– Divlji Anđeli NoCover/EX $6.75

ITD Band ‎– S Ove Strane Ljubavi EX-/NM $6.75

Laibach - Opus dei VG/VG+ $13

Parni Valjak - Koncert VG+/VG+/VG+ $6.75

Prljavo Kazalište - Zaustavite zemlju VG+/EX- $13
Prljavo Kazalište - Devedesita VG+/EX $13

Riblja Čorba ‎– Mrtva Priroda VG+/EX $13
Riblja Čorba ‎– Mrtva Priroda VG+/VG $6.75
Riblja Čorba - Buvlja Pijaca EX/VG+ $10
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***CHANSONS, FOLK, WORLD & COUNTRY***

Cigani Ivanovići - Cigani vole pjesmu VG+/VG+ $17
Cigani Ivanovići ‎– Gori, Gori Ciganska Ljubav VG+/VG+ $10
Cigani Ivanovići ‎– Gori, Gori Ciganska Ljubav VG++/VG++ $17

Novak, Gabi - Samo žena VG+/VG+ $6.75

Robić, Ivo - Milion i prva ploča (reissue 1969) VG+/VG+ $13
Robić, Ivo - Bregovi Su Ostali Za Nama VG+/EX $6.75

Sar E Roma - Kiko, Kiko EX/EX $10

Various - US Collegiate Games NM/EX $10
Various - Regional Folk Festival 1975 EX/EX$6.75
Various - Beautiful Americana Folk Series Vol. 20
Various - Oh Blue Atlantic My Soul 10" Vinyl VG+/VG+ $17
Various – 9th Annual Great Plains Folk Music Festival Sounds of the Heartland '78 EX/EX $17
Various – 11th Annual Great Plains Folk Music Festival Nashville '83 VG+/EX/EX $17
Sell or swap? /update/
I’ve got a list of passwords ready to go—just hit me up through the platform's messaging system if you want them. Please, for the love of God, don't slide into my DMs with this stuff; I'm strictly sticking to the site's internal messenger to keep things organized.
6007804
10469210
6007811
8572083
11594839
10519676

Just picked up a copy of Angelic Upstarts’ *Teenage Warning*—it’s the UK import version with no cover art, but honestly, the vinyl itself is in great shape, sitting right at that VG+ sweet spot. It’s funny, looking back at these old punk imports... you realize how much of that raw, DIY energy just translates perfectly regardless of where it was pressed. It’s got that gritty, unapologetic sound that hits different when you’re spinning it late at night in a quiet apartment. Definitely one of those records that makes you feel like you're part of something a little bit rebellious, even if you're just sitting on your couch in the suburbs. Just a solid, loud addition to the collection. $13
Just picked up this Beatles collection—specifically that 1962 to 1966 run—and man, it’s looking pretty solid. I'm talking EX/VG+/VG+ condition across the board. Honestly, finding these early pressings without them sounding like they were dragged behind a truck through a gravel pit is getting harder by the day. Most of these discs are crisp enough to satisfy even my most pedantic friends, though you'll find one or two with just a tiny bit of surface noise if you really go hunting for it. Still, for anyone trying to build out their classic rock shelf, this is a killer lineup. Definitely worth a look if you've been hunting for these specific eras. $13
So, I finally got my hands on a decent copy of Bowie’s "The Man Who Sold the World"—found a VG+ pressing that actually sounds like it hasn't been dragged behind a truck through the Midwest—and man, it just hits different when you sit down and really listen. It’s one of those records where you realize pretty quickly that Bowie wasn't just playing a character; he was building an entire universe before most people even knew what "glam" meant. There’s this specific, eerie atmosphere hanging over the whole thing—it’s dark, it’s a little bit paranoid, and it feels almost cinematic. You listen to the title track and it’s like being caught in a weird, psychedelic fever dream in some dimly lit lounge in Chicago or something. It’s not loud, it’s not flashy, but it’s incredibly heavy in its own quiet way. I remember hearing about this era from an old guy I used to work with back in Philly—he swore this record changed his life during a particularly rough stretch in the late 70s. Looking at it now, I get why. It’s got that raw, unpolished edge that modern stuff just can't seem to replicate. Everything today feels so processed, you know? Like it’s been scrubbed clean by a committee. But here, you can hear the grit. You can hear the intention. It’s just pure, unfiltered artistry. If you haven't spun this one lately, do yourself a favor and go find a good copy. Your ears will thank you. $6.75
Robert Burton EX/EX $10
The Clash—London Calling (Suzy) NM/NM $100
Just picked up this live set from Cole, Don & Alleyne recorded at The Whisky A Go Go—it’s sitting in that sweet spot between Good Plus and Very Good Plus. Honestly, there's nothing quite like those old-school live recordings from a legendary LA club to remind you why vinyl still matters. You can practically feel the sweat and the crowd energy through the grooves. It’s got that raw, unpolished grit that makes you wish you were standing right there on the floor instead of just listening in my living room. Definitely one for the collection if you dig that specific vibe. $6.75
Conspiracy - Live At the Madison Square Garden Show $17
Finally managed to snag a copy of Deep Purple’s *In Rock*—it's an EX/VG+ pressing from that first run back in the day. Honestly, holding this one feels like holding a piece of rock history. You don't see these early pressings sitting around in such good shape very often, especially since most people were just blasting them through cheap speakers back then. This one sounds massive. It’s got that raw, unpolished grit that makes you realize why they were such a powerhouse. I remember digging through a crate at a local record shop in Chicago years ago, hunting for something similar, and coming up empty. Finding this version feels like a win. If you know, you know—that specific analog warmth is just irreplaceable. $27
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Deep Purple’s *24 Carat Purple*—specifically an EX/EX pressing—and man, it’s been sitting on my turntable for a few days now while I just... let it breathe. If you haven't spun this one lately, you're missing out on some seriously heavy lifting. It’s that classic era where they weren't just playing rock; they were basically architecting the whole damn blueprint. The sound quality on this specific copy is surprisingly crisp—not that overly polished, sterile studio stuff you get with modern remasters, but something much more visceral. It feels lived-in. When those early tracks kick in, there's this grit to the organ and the guitar interplay that just hits different. It reminds me of those old garage sessions back in the day—nothing fancy, just pure, unadulterated talent clashing in a room. I remember hearing a similar vibe at a small dive bar up in Seattle years ago—this local blues-rock outfit was playing with this exact kind of raw, unpolished energy, and it stayed with me. That’s what this record does. It doesn't try too hard to be perfect; it just tries to be loud and soulful. Definitely one of those "sit down, grab a beer, and don't move" kind of listens. Total gem. $23
Just picked up a copy of Dire Straits’ *Love Over Gold*—NM/NM condition, which is honestly a miracle for a record this old. I mean, finding a pressing that hasn't been played to death by some college kid in a dorm room is getting harder by the day. Man, this album is just... it's something else. It’s got that slow-burn, atmospheric vibe where Mark Knopfler just takes his sweet time teasing out those melodies. It's not exactly "party music," but if you're sitting in a dimly lit living room in Seattle with a glass of bourbon, there isn't much better. That title track? Pure sonic bliss. It’s one of those albums that demands you actually sit down and listen—no multitasking allowed. If you haven't spun this one lately, do yourself a favor and go find a clean copy. Your ears will thank you. $13
Just picked up a copy of Dr. Feelgood’s *Fast Women & Slow Horses* on vinyl—VG+/VG+ condition. Honestly, if you haven't spun this one lately, you're missing out on some serious grit. It’s got that raw, unpolished energy that just hits different when you're sitting in your living room with a drink in hand. Everything sounds crisp, no major skips or surface noise to ruin the vibe, which is always a win when you're hunting for quality pressings these days. Definitely a solid addition to the collection. $6.75
So, I was spinning through some old vinyl the other day—nothing beats that warm, crackly analog sound when you're just winding down—and stumbled back onto Dylan and Bob’s *Infidels*. It’s one of those albums that really hits different when you aren't expecting it. You know how some records feel like they were recorded in a vacuum? This one feels lived-in. It’s got that raw, almost jagged edge to it, especially with the way the songwriting sits right on the line between being incredibly clever and just plain gut-wrenching. There's this specific kind of lyrical grit there—it doesn't beg for your sympathy, it just lays out the facts of the situation and lets you deal with the fallout. It reminds me of those late nights in Chicago back in the day, sitting in a dim corner booth of a diner, listening to the city hum while you try to make sense of a messy breakup or a bad decision. The production isn't overly polished, which is honestly its biggest strength. It avoids that slick, over-produced studio sheen that kills so many great tracks from that era. Instead, it feels honest. It’s got that biting, cynical wit that only these two can pull off without sounding like they're trying too hard. Just a couple of guys, some instruments, and a whole lot of complicated truth. Definitely worth another spin if you're looking for something with a bit more teeth. $17
Just picked up a copy of Eclipse Of The Sun—it’s a real rock'n'roller, too—graded VG+/EX, and honestly? It was a steal at fifty bucks. There’s just something about finding these gems that makes the whole hunt worth it. I remember digging through a dusty bin at a local shop back in Austin a few years ago, finding something similar, and feeling that exact same rush. This one sounds incredible.
So, I finally got my hands on this Everything But The Girl copy—*Baby The Stars Shine Bright*—and man, talk about a find. It’s an EX/EX grading, which basically means it’s looking pretty mint for something this age. Honestly, finding a clean copy of this in the States can feel like hunting for a needle in a haystack if you aren't looking in all the right places. I remember back in the day, stumbling upon a similar pressing at a dusty little shop out in Seattle—just one of those spots where the owner looks like he hasn't seen sunlight since the nineties—and being absolutely gutted when the sleeve was trashed. So, seeing this one come through in such stellar condition? Definitely feels like a win. It’s just one of those records that hits different when you actually get to hold a copy that isn't falling apart. $17
Bob Geldof – Deep In The Heart Of Nowhere (US) NM/NM $13
So, I finally sat down to revisit that legendary Isle of Wight set by Jimi Hendrix—you know, the one where everything felt like it was teetering on the edge of absolute chaos? It’s honestly wild looking back at those tapes. Even through the grainy audio, you can just feel the sheer weight of the moment. It wasn't just a concert; it was this massive, swirling storm of sound that felt like it might actually swallow the whole festival up. The energy is just... different. It’s raw, unpolished, and honestly a little bit messy in the best way possible. You can hear the tension in the air—that feeling of being part of something huge and slightly out of control. Jimi was playing like he was trying to communicate with something beyond the stage, and man, it hits hard even decades later. There’s this one stretch where his guitar work just feels less like music and more like a physical force. It makes me think about those massive outdoor shows we see stateside now—like, if you ever caught a massive festival out in the Midwest or a sprawling set at Coachella, there’s a certain level of production perfection that actually strips away some of that magic. This recording has none of that polish. It’s gritty, it’s loud, and it captures that specific, beautiful friction between a legend at his peak and a crowd that’s basically vibrating with intensity. Definitely worth a deep dive if you want to remember what real, unfiltered rock and roll sounds like. $13
Just snagged a copy of Hendrix’s *Crash Landing*—it's a NoCover/VG+ situation, which honestly, for this guy, is kind of a win. I know, I know, collectors will probably clutch their pearls about the lack of a sleeve, but let's be real—when you're hunting down certain era-specific pressings, sometimes you just have to take the hit on the packaging to get the wax in your hands. The condition is surprisingly solid, though. It's got that perfect, lived-in feel without being trashed. I was digging through a crate at a local shop over in Seattle last weekend—just one of those rainy afternoons where you end up spending way too much on old vinyl—and this little gem was just sitting there waiting for a second chance. There's something about these older releases that hits different; you can almost feel the history in the grooves. Definitely happy with this one. $6.75
So, I finally got my hands on this old pressing—*The Eternal Fire of Jimi Hendrix*, the one with Curtis Knight on it. It’s listed as VG/G+, which is basically code for "it sounds alright if you aren't a total audiophile snob," and honestly? That’s fair. Look, we all know the deal with these specific recordings. There’s always that bit of debate in the collector circles about how much of this is actually the legend himself versus some studio wizardry or session work being passed off as pure Hendrix. It’s a bit of a trip—kind of like finding a dusty old box of unreleased garage tapes in an attic in Seattle. You go in expecting greatness, and what you get is this raw, weird, slightly unpolished energy that feels more like a basement jam session than a polished studio masterpiece. I was spinning this the other night—just me, a glass of bourbon, and some rain hitting the window—and man, it takes you back. It doesn't have that polished, psychedelic sheen of *Electric Ladyland*, but there’s something undeniably cool about hearing those early, gritty iterations. It’s rough around the edges, sure—some of the transitions feel a little clunky—but if you approach it with the right mindset, it’s a fascinating piece of history. Just don't expect it to be your new favorite album for a Sunday morning chill session. It’s more of a "curiosity for the crate diggers" kind of vibe. $13
So, I finally got my hands on this classic—Iron Maiden’s *Killers*. This is that first pressing, specifically the one from the local indie distributor back in the day. I’ve been hunting for a clean copy like this for a minute. Condition-wise, I’d call it a solid VG+/VG+. Honestly, if you’re looking at the labels, they’re pretty crisp. It’s got that lived-in feel, but none of the nasty surface noise that usually kills these older pressings. Just a killer record to have spinning on the turntable tonight. $17
Just picked up a little gem today—Jethro Tull’s *Too Old To Rock N' Roll : Too Young To Die!* in that sweet spot between VG+ and EX condition. Honestly, holding this one feels like a bit of a victory lap. There’s just something about those classic prog-rock grooves that hits different when you finally track down a clean pressing. It’s one of those records that makes you feel both incredibly nostalgic and weirdly energized at the same time—kind of captures that exact mid-life crisis vibe the title leans into, right? Anyway, if anyone else is hunting for some deep-cut British prog to spin on a rainy afternoon, this one is definitely worth the hunt. $27
Janis Joplin – Janis EX-/VG+/VG+ (needs a little TLC) $10
Tom Jones – Darlin' | VG+/VG+ $3.25
Just snagged a copy of Judas Priest’s *Screaming for Vengeance*—it's sitting right at that sweet spot of EX/VG+. Honestly, finding a decent pressing of this one without it sounding like it was pulled from a dusty bin at a garage sale in Ohio is getting harder by the day. The sound is punchy, though—real crisp. I popped it on my setup last night, poured a drink, and just let "Freewheel Burning" kick things off. Man, that opening riff still hits like a freight train. It’s got that perfect mid-tempo grit that makes you want to turn the volume up just enough to annoy the neighbors—not that anyone around here cares much these days. It's easily one of those essential records that defines an era. If you haven't spun this one lately, do yourself a favor and go hunt down a clean copy. It’s pure, unadulterated heavy metal gold. $17
Just picked up a copy of Led Zeppelin’s *In Through the Out Door*—grading it somewhere in that solid VG+/VG+ sweet spot. It’s easily one of those albums that people tend to overlook because they’re too busy obsessing over the heavy hitters from the earlier records, but man, there is some seriously lush stuff happening here. The production is just... it's something else. You can really hear the band leaning into those more textured, almost proggy arrangements. It’s got that polished, late-70s sheen that somehow still feels soulful rather than manufactured. I was spinning it on my old Technics setup last night while nursing a bourbon, and honestly, the separation on tracks like "All My Love" is just beautiful. It’s got that dreamy, atmospheric vibe that makes you want to just sit back and let the room go dark. Condition-wise, it’s holding up great. No major pops or clicks that take you out of the groove, just that warm, analog crackle you expect from a well-loved vintage press. Definitely worth hunting down if you haven't given this era of Zep a fair shake lately. It’s a mood, for sure. $10
Man, I finally sat down and gave Led Zeppelin’s *In Through the Out Door* another deep dive—putting it right at a solid VG+/EX- in my book. It’s such a trip compared to the heavy blues-rock stuff they were doing earlier, you know? It feels more polished, maybe even a little experimental in a way that felt weird for them at the time, but looking back, it holds its own. The production is just super slick—almost too clean if you're a purist who wants that raw, gritty Zeppelin stomp—but tracks like "All My Love" have this almost pop sensibility that shouldn't work, yet somehow does. I was spinning it on my old setup the other night, thinking about how much the vibe shifted between their early stuff and this era. It’s got those lush textures that make you want to just lean back and let the sound wash over you. Definitely one of those records that demands you actually sit and listen rather than just having it on in the background while you're grabbing a beer. Still a gem, even if it isn't the heavy hitter everyone expects from the boys. $17
Lee Roth, David – Skyscraper EX/NM $10
Picked up this Blue Breeze record by Livin' Blues—it’s a Polish import, though I managed to snag a copy in pretty solid G+/VG+ condition. Honestly, for a pressing from that side of the pond, the grooves are holding up surprisingly well. It’s got that smooth, breezy soul-blues vibe that just hits different when you're winding down after a long week. Definitely a nice little addition to the collection. $10
Just picked up a copy of The Lonesome Strangers—this one’s an EX/NM pressing, and man, it’s a beauty. There’s just something about that specific kind of dusty, soulful Americana that hits different when you actually get a clean copy in your hands. It’s got that raw, unpolished grit, but without all the surface noise that usually ruins these old gems. Honestly, I was a bit worried about the shipping, but it arrived looking pristine. Definitely worth adding to the collection if you can find a clean one. $6.75
Just snagged a copy of Mama's Boys – *Power And Passion* in that sweet spot between VG+ and NM. Honestly, finding this kind of pressing in such killer shape these days feels like hitting a jackpot at a local flea market—it’s rare, man. This record is just pure, unadulterated energy; it’s got that gritty, driving sound that stays with you long after the needle hits the run-out groove. If you haven't spun this one yet, you're seriously missing out on some top-tier musicianship. Definitely a centerpiece for the collection now. $10
Mike Oldfield – Tubular Bells (US Import) EX/EX $17
Mike Oldfield – Platinum EX/EX $10
Mike Oldfield—The Complete EX-/EX/EX collection. $13
So, I finally sat down and dug through Mike Oldfield’s massive catalog—specifically that whole "Complete" collection run—and man, it’s a bit of a trip. It’s one of those deep dives that makes you realize just how much ground one guy can cover when he's really in the zone. It’s not just about the hits, obviously. If you only listen to the radio stuff, you’re missing the actual soul of what he was doing. You have to get into these expansive, layered arrangements where he’s basically playing every instrument himself—it’s like watching a solo craftsman build a custom house from scratch in a small town in Montana instead of just buying a pre-fab kit from a big-box retailer. There’s this incredible attention to detail, these tiny little sonic textures that most people probably breeze right over, but once you hear them, they stick. I remember back in college, sitting in my dorm in Chicago with some old vinyl spinning, feeling like these long-form instrumental pieces were the only thing that actually made sense during finals week. There’s a certain patience required to listen to this kind of music—you can't just blast it while you're running errands at Target and expect to "get" it. You have to settle in. The transitions between the different eras in these collections are pretty wild, too. One minute you're in this pastoral, almost folk-infused headspace, and the next, he’s leaning into these sharper, more modern synth layers. It’s a lot to digest, and yeah, some parts feel a bit dated if you're looking for that polished, modern studio sheen, but honestly? That’s part of the charm. It feels human. It’s got those slight imperfections that make it feel less like a programmed sequence and more like a living, breathing piece of art. Definitely worth the time if you've got nothing but time and a good pair of headphones. $13
So, I finally got my hands on that Pink Floyd—The Final Cut—import pressing, specifically the one where they did that crazy extended version stuff. Honestly? It’s such a trip. You know how some albums just feel like they were recorded in a vacuum? This is exactly that. It’s moody, it’s heavy, and man, it’s incredibly isolated. It’s basically Roger Waters having a full-on existential crisis set to music, and while that sounds a bit dramatic, it’s actually pretty spot on. I was sitting in my living room—just me, a glass of bourbon, and the speakers turned up just enough to let the bass settle in my chest—and listening to these tracks feels less like a concert and more like eavesdropping on someone’s private journal. There’s this specific sense of melancholy that hits you, especially with those orchestral swells. It’s not "fun" music in the sense that you’re going to blast this at a backyard BBQ in Austin, but if you’re looking for something to sit with when the world feels a little too loud, this is it. Some people always give this record a hard time because it lacks that classic, psychedelic Pink Floyd "space" vibe—you know, the kind of stuff that makes you feel like you're floating through the Milky Way. This is much more grounded, much more gritty. It’s claustrophobic. But honestly, after everything that’s happened in the world lately, maybe that’s exactly what we need? Sometimes you don't want to float; sometimes you just want someone to acknowledge that things feel a bit broken. It’s a beautiful, albeit deeply depressing, listen. Definitely worth the spin if you've got the headspace for it. $17
Just picked up a copy of The Platters - Vol. 2—this one’s a French pressing, but honestly, the condition is killer. We're talking NM/NM here, which is pretty wild for a record this age. It’s one of those finds that makes you glad you spent the extra few bucks to hunt down a clean copy instead of settling for some beat-up thrift store find. Just spinning it now, and man, those harmonies hit different when there isn't a single pop or crackle cutting through the groove. Definitely a gem for the collection. $6.75
Just picked up an early pressing of Queen’s *Live Killers*—the first run from the big local label—and man, the condition is killer. We’re talking EX/EX here, which is basically unheard of for a live record this old. It’s got that raw, unpolished energy that makes you feel like you’re standing right in the middle of the crowd at Madison Square Garden. Honestly, holding this thing feels like owning a little piece of rock history. It sounds incredible. $17
Rainbow – Down To Earth EX/EX $10
The Reggie Knighton Band — just caught them playing around New Mexico, and man, they really know how to hold a room. It’s one of those sets where you don't even realize how much time has passed because the groove is just that steady—it's less of a performance and more of a vibe you just sort of settle into. They’ve got this way of blending styles that feels effortless, which is way harder to pull off than it sounds. Honestly, if you ever find yourself wandering through the Southwest and see their name on a flyer, do yourself a favor and stop by. It's worth the detour. $10
Just picked up a copy of Rock Begins Vol. 1 (covering those early years from '49 to '56)—it's sitting at an EX/NM/NM grade. Honestly, finding stuff from this era in such killer condition is getting harder by the day—you know how it goes, most of these old pressings have been played through more times than I can count. It’s a solid addition to the collection, though. Definitely worth the hunt if you can find it clean. $17
Just picked up this Seger, Bob And The Silver Bullet Band – Understanding 12" (US) pressing. It’s sitting at an EX/EX grade, which honestly feels like a steal for how clean it sounds. There's just something about that classic American rock production—it hits different when you actually get a copy that hasn't been trashed by decades of basement listening sessions. I was spinning this the other night while catching up on some work, and man, the fidelity is crisp. It's one of those records where you can really hear the grit in the performance without any of that annoying surface noise getting in the way. Definitely a solid addition to the collection. $6.75
So, I finally got my hands on this old-school collection of The Shadows' greatest hits—an original pressing from back in '67. It’s in pretty solid shape too, sitting somewhere between Good Plus and Very Good. Honestly, digging through these vintage vinyl finds is always a bit of a gamble, but man, some of these tracks just hit different when you aren't listening to a compressed digital file on a smartphone. There's something about that warm, analog crackle that makes the whole experience feel more... I don't know, real? Anyway, if you're into that classic surf-adjacent guitar sound, this one's definitely worth a spin. $6.75
Status Quo — If you can't stand the heat (RTB) EX/EX 20
Status Quo—Hey everyone, just checking in on how things are looking with the RTB VG/VG 80.
Status Quo — Quo (RTB) VG+/VG+ 80
So, I just caught the live stream for STATUS QUO on RTB—and man, let me tell you, that whole EX/EX setup was something else. It’s one of those things where you think you know what to expect, then they pull the rug out from under you. Honestly, sitting there watching it, I couldn't help but think about that time back in Chicago when I tried to catch that underground indie set at a dive bar—same kind of unpredictable energy, you know? Just a bit more polished, obviously. Anyway, if you haven't seen it yet, give it a look. It’s definitely not your typical broadcast. $13
STATUS QUO - Live (RTB) EX/EX $13
Just picked up a copy of Status Quo’s *Rockin' All Over The World*—the Dutch pressing, specifically. It’s sitting at a solid VG+/NM grade, which honestly feels like a steal given how much I love this era of their sound. There’s just something about that specific production that hits different when you’re spinning it on a good setup. It’s one of those albums where you can practically feel the grit and the boogie coming through the speakers. Definitely adding this to the "heavy rotation" pile for the weekend. $17
So, we're back to the status quo—everything’s looking blue for the exes out there. $13
Just picked up a copy of Supertramp’s *Breakfast in America*—VG+/EX condition. Honestly, finding a clean pressing of this one without some massive scratch right in the middle of "The Logical Song" feels like a small victory today. I remember sitting in my dorm back in college, probably running on nothing but cheap coffee and bad decisions, just blasting this record on a setup that sounded like it was coming out of a tin can. There’s something about those textures and that crisp production that just hits different when you actually have decent speakers to listen to. It’s one of those albums that doesn't really age, you know? Even after all these years, the musicianship is just top-tier. Definitely a solid addition to the stacks. $6.75
Just picked up a killer copy of Supertramp’s *Breakfast in America*—VG+/EX condition. Honestly, finding an old pressing like this that isn't beat to hell is a total win. It sounds absolutely massive. There's just something about that classic production that hits different when you're sitting in your living room with a drink in hand. Definitely a staple for the collection. $10
Just picked up a copy of Supertramp's *Paris*—it's in really solid shape, sitting right at that EX/VG+ sweet spot for both the sleeve and the wax itself. Honestly, finding these older pressings without some massive surface noise or a busted corner is getting harder by the day. It’s one of those albums that just sounds massive when you actually give it the room to breathe on a good setup. Definitely a killer addition to the collection. $10
Tina Turner, *Private Dancer* (EX/EX) $6.75
Just picked up a copy of Neil Young & Crazy Horse’s *Rust Never Sleeps*—it’s sitting at a solid VG with some tape on the sleeve, but the wax itself is a beautiful VG+. Honestly, if you don't have this one spinning in your collection, what are you even doing? It’s such a raw, essential listen. Every time I drop the needle, I’m transported back to that gritty, unpolished energy that only Neil can pull off. It’s one of those records that just feels alive. $10
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***PROG ROCK, FUSION***
Just picked up this Fiori - Séguin – Deux Cents Nuits À L'Heure pressing from Canada. It’s sitting at an EX-/EX grade—honestly, for a record this old, it’s looking pretty mint. Definitely one of those gems you stumble upon and realize you just had to have it. $6.75
Hillage, Steve – L VG/VG $3.25
IQ – Nomzamo (US) EX-/EX $10
Just picked up a copy of Nektar’s *Down To Earth*—VG+/VG+ condition—and man, I’m still just sitting here letting the needle do its thing. It’s one of those records that really makes you appreciate why prog rock had such a massive grip on the psyche back in the day. There’s this specific kind of atmospheric weight to it that you just don't hear much in modern production; everything feels so intentional, so layered, yet somehow totally organic. It reminded me of this one rainy Tuesday back in Seattle when I spent about four hours just staring at the ceiling, listening to old Floyd imports and trying to figure out if I actually wanted to be an astronaut or just a guy who owns a lot of synthesizers. This album hits that exact same frequency. It’s got that perfect balance of being technically mind-blowing without feeling like the musicians are just showing off for the sake of their egos. The pressing I grabbed is holding up beautifully, too. For a record that’s seen some mileage, the audio clarity is surprisingly crisp—no obnoxious pops or clicks cutting through the ambient swells. If you haven't spent some quality time with this one, you're honestly missing out on a serious mood setter. Definitely worth the spin. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of *Shakti With John McLaughlin* on vinyl—grading it at a solid VG+/VG+. Honestly, if you haven't sat down with this one yet, you're missing out on some serious musical wizardry. It’s one of those records where you just have to shut everything else off, pour a drink, and let the musicianship wash over you. The interplay between McLaughlin and the rest of the group is just... chef's kiss. It's got that incredible, intricate energy that makes most modern fusion sound like background noise in a Starbucks. Definitely a centerpiece for the collection. $6.75
Sky – Sky 2 (US) EX-/EX/EX $10
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So, I’ve been diving deep into the weeds lately—just falling down these massive rabbit holes of post-punk, goth, indie, experimental, and industrial stuff. It’s one of those moods where you just want to wrap yourself in layers of distorted bass and moody synths, you know? There’s something about that specific sonic grit—that raw, unpolished feeling—that hits different when you're just hanging out at home, maybe staring out a window while it rains in Seattle or something. It’s not exactly "background music" for a sunny day at the beach; it’s more like the soundtrack for those late-night drives through a dimly lit city when everything feels a bit surreal. I was listening to some old-school industrial tracks the other night—the kind that feel like they were recorded in a basement in Detroit—and it got me thinking about how much the "alternative" label has shifted over the decades. Back in the day, finding this stuff felt like being part of a secret club, whereas now, thanks to the internet, everyone’s a little bit into it. But even with all the algorithms, that specific, dark, experimental edge is hard to replicate. It’s a vibe, really. Just a whole atmosphere of beautiful, intentional noise.
Just picked up a copy of the Blake Babies' *Nicely, Nicely*—it’s an EX+ to NM kind of find, honestly. If you haven't spent much time with this one, you're missing out on some seriously great indie rock vibes. It’s got that perfect blend of jangly guitars and raw energy that just hits different when the pressing is this clean. Definitely a solid addition to the collection. $50
So, I finally managed to snag some Fish EX/NM from the Bomb Party stash—and man, let me tell you, the adrenaline rush is real. It’s one of those things where you think, "Okay, it's just a little hobby," and then suddenly you're staring at a screen or a package like your life depends on it. I was thinking back to when I used to collect vintage trading cards back in the day—nothing huge, just some stuff I picked up at local shops in Chicago—but this hits different. There's just something about that hunt for the near-mint stuff that gets under your skin. You spend all this time eyeing the listings, weighing the odds, and praying you don't end up with something that looks like it went through a blender. Anyway, if anyone else is deep in the trenches with these, let me know how your pulls have been lately. I feel like I'm either hitting the jackpot or getting absolutely fleeced, there isn't much middle ground. Just a bit of a rollercoaster, really. $17
So, I finally sat down to revisit some old-school industrial classics—specifically that Cabaret Voltaire record, *The Covenant, The Sword And The Arm Of The Lord*. Man, looking back at this stuff hits different. It’s got that raw, jagged edge that just doesn't seem to exist in modern production anymore. You know that feeling when you listen to something and it feels like it was recorded in a basement in Chicago during a thunderstorm? That's this. It’s heavy, sure, but it’s more than just noise—it’s got this unsettling, almost prophetic atmosphere about it. It reminds me of those late-night sessions I used to pull back in my college days, just sitting around with a few friends, listening to weird experimental tracks and trying to make sense of the chaos. There's a certain grit here that stays with you. If you haven't given it a spin lately, it might be worth digging out of your archives just to feel that specific kind of tension again. $17
Cecilia ± – The Flip Side of this EX+/NM Copy $33
So, I was looking at the numbers for the latest EX/NM round—and yeah, they’re pretty fat. Honestly, it’s kind of wild when you sit down and actually crunch them. It reminds me of that one time back in Chicago when I thought I had my budget totally dialed in, only to realize I’d completely miscalculated the overhead on a side project. You think you’ve got a handle on things, and then—boom—reality hits you right in the face. Anyway, regarding these figures, we’re definitely hitting those targets. It’s a solid outcome, though maybe a bit more aggressive than what some people were expecting. I'm keeping an eye on how this shifts the momentum for the next quarter, because if this trend holds, we aren't just hitting benchmarks—we're blowing past them. Just gotta stay level-headed about it. $17
So, I finally got my hands on this EX-/EX- copy of Gene Loves Jezebel’s *Discover* here in the States—and man, let me tell you, the condition is actually pretty decent for something that's been floating around the vinyl scene for this long. You know how it goes with these older pressings; half the time you buy an "excellent" copy, it looks like someone used it as a coaster for a lukewarm coffee in a basement in Chicago. But this one? It's surprisingly clean. I remember catching a similar vibe back when I was hanging out in Seattle in the late 80s—that specific blend of post-punk energy mixed with something just a little more melodic and polished. It’s that exact sound that makes this record such a trip to revisit. It’s got that driving, moody atmosphere that hits different when you're listening solo on a rainy Tuesday night. If you've been hunting for a solid copy of this one to add to the collection without dealing with a bunch of surface noise or sleeve damage, this is definitely worth the look. Just a solid, soulful slice of that era. $17
Just picked up this Hecke, Rudolf piece—*Naked And Still Hungry*. It’s an EX/NM copy, which honestly feels like a steal given how much these are moving lately. There's just something about the way he captures that raw, unpolished energy... it hits different when you actually have it sitting on your shelf instead of just staring at a digital scan. Definitely one for the permanent collection. $27
Kelly, Paul And The Messengers – Gossip EX-/EX $17
Naked Prey – Live In Tucson EX/EX $17
Play Dead ‎– Into The Fire (US) EX/EX $27
Shiva Burlesque ‎– Mercury Blues (US) NM/NM $33
Tangerine Dream – Exit VG+/NM $13
To Damascus – Succumb EX/NM $33
Universal Musik Noise – Schizophrenia NM/NM $50
XTC ‎– Go 2 VG/VG+ $6.75
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***POP, POWER-POP, SYNTH-POP, NEW WAVE, FUNK, '80s***
ABBA – Super Trouper VG+/VG+ $3.25
ABBA ‎– Voulez-Vous (US) VG+/EX $13
Abdul, Paula ‎– Forever Your Girl (US) NM/NM $3.25
Benatar, Pat – Invincible 12" (US) EX-/EX $3.25
Cheung, Leslie ‎– Hot Summer NM/NM $33
Classix Nouveaux - Night People VG+/EX (US) $13
Classix Nouveaux ‎– Night People EX-/VG+ $6.75
Classix Nouveaux ‎– La Verité VG+/VG+ $6.75
Depeche Mode ‎– Speak & Spell EX/EX $17
Depeche Mode - Construction time again EX-/EX $17
Erasure ‎– Wild EX-/EX- $6.75
Eurythmics ‎– Sweet Dreams VG+/VG+ $6.75
Eurythmics ‎– Touch EX-/EX $6.75
Eurythmics - 1984 (For The Love Of Big Brother) EX/NM $10
Fixx ‎– Reach The Beach (US) NM/NM $17
Fools ‎– Sold Out +7" promo (US) EX/EX $17
Idol, Billy ‎– Rebel Yell EX-/EX $13
Idol, Billy - Whiplash smile EX-/EX $6.75
Les Negresses Vertes – Famille Nombreuse (US) EX/EX $27
Newton-John, Olivia ‎– Totally Hot VG+/VG+ $3.25
O'Sullivan, Gilbert ‎– I'm A Writer, Not A Fighter EX-/NM $3.25
Prince And The Revolution - Parade EX/EX $13
Ray, Cecilia – Cecilia Ray (US) EX-/EX- $10
Sayer, Leo – Thunder In My Heart (US) NM/NM $3.25
Sha-Na-Na ‎– Shanana (Hot Sox) NM/NM $33
Sha-Na-Na ‎– Shanana (Hot Sox) EX/NM $17
Sha Na Na ‎– Rock 'N' Roll Is Here To Stay NM/NM $33
Simple Minds - Live In The City Of Light VG+/EX $10
Simple Minds - Once upon a time EX/EX $10
Stranglers ‎– 10 VG+/EX $6.75
Talk Talk ‎– It's My Life (US) VG+/VG+ $10
Talking Heads - The lady don't mind 12" EX/EX $10
Tears For Fears ‎– The Hurting (US) VG+/VG+ $10
Tears For Fears ‎– Songs From The Big Chair EX-/NM $10
Ultravox ‎– Quartet EX-/EX $6.75
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***ELECTRONIC, HARDCORE, HOUSE***
Astralasia ‎– High Planes Drifter 12" EX-/EX $3.25
Astralasia ‎– High Planes Drifter 12" EX-/EX $3.25
Atomium - Speedy Gonzales 12" VG+/VG+ $3.25
Mazi & Chris Udoh ‎– This Planet 12" $3.25
Philadelphia Five – Heaven 12" EX/NM $3.25
Shock Therapy – Cancer EX/NM $17
Wasteland ‎– Ibiza VG+/VG $3.25
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***JAZZ***
Garner, Errol - King of piano jazz EX/EX $20
Miller, Glenn Et Son Orchestre - Glenn Miller's Originals EX/EX $17
Miller, Glenn ‎– I Grandi Del Jazz - Registrazione Originale 1937 / 1942 EX/VG+ $10
Mills Brothers ‎– Mills Brothers EX-/EX $6.75
Ray, Johnnie – Johnnie Ray's Greatest Hits EX/EX- $6.75
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***CHANSOM, FRENCH POP-ROCK***
Bécaud, Gilbert – C'est En Septembre EX-/EX $10
Caillat, Jean-Louis ‎– Face À Face EX/EX $17
Distel, Sacha - Succes En Or EX/NM 80
Fernandel ‎– Le Retour De Don Camilo VG+/VG+ $33
Mathieu, Mireille - Olympia VG+/VG+ $10
Mouskouri, Nana - White Rose Of Athens NM/NM $17
Nicaul, Roger - Succes En Or EX/EX $17
Piaf, Edith - Mon Légionnaire EX/NM $17
Reggiani, Serge - Album N° 2 - Bobino EX/NM 50
Salvador, Henri ‎– Salvador S'Amuse (1st French) EX-/VG++ $33
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***REGGAE, FOLK, WORLD, COUNTRY, SOUL, EASY LISTENING***
6 Cylinder - 6 Cylinder VG+/VG+ $6.75
Blanco, Hugo – Tropicana (US) VG+/VG+ $6.75
Constanze prasentiert WOGA WOLGA (US) VG+/EX- $27
De Wayne Fulton ‎– An Evening At The Warehouse Restaurant VG/VG $6.75
Doga, Evgenij - Cigani lete u nebo Soundtrack (US, 1977) EX/EX $27
Domingo, Placido - Be My Love EX/NM $6.75
Doukissa Fotara - Doukissa VG+/VG+ $6.75
Ein Festival in Lederhosen EX/EX ???
Golden Gate Quartet – Get On Board With VG/G+ $6.75
Golden Gate Quartet ‎– The Best Of The Golden Gate Quartet EX+/NM/NM $13
Hall, Joe&The Continental Drift - On The Avenue EX/NM $17
Lowe, James – My Movin' Soul EX-/NM $3.25
Mantovani, Rawicz I Landauer–Muzika Iz Filmova EX/EX $3.25
Martin, George And His Orchestra ‎– London By George EX-/EX- $17
McLauchlan, Murray ‎– Midnight Break (US Pressing) NM/NM $17
Musique folklorique du monde TAHITI (US Import) EX-/EX- $17
N. Nikolopoulos Bouzouki Orchestra- Bouzouki Sounds NM/NM $10
PILAROVA, EVA - Zpiva Eva Pilarova (US Release, 1969) EX-/EX+ $27
Pure Prairie League ‎– Firin' Up VG+/NM $6.75
Reluctant Stereotypes ‎– The Label (US Indie) EX-/EX- $10
Rk Veulpoepers Bv - Een Frisse Wind VG+/EX $6.75
Rodriguez, Jose Luis - Dueño De Nada EX/EX $10
Rogers, Kenny ‎– Lady EX/EX $10
Streisand, Barbara - My Name Is Barbra EX/EX $10
Trio de Santa Cruz ‎– Trio De Santa Cruz 10" (US Pressing) VG+/VG+ $10
Twitty, Conway ‎– Conway (US Pressing) VG+/NM $6.75
latest list updates

I’m mostly looking to trade right now—mostly hunting for these specific pressings (standard editions preferred):
Betles - their regular studio albums, ideally the old US imports
The Doors - standard albums, looking for those classic US, UK, or German pressings

plus check out my wishlist here: http://www.discogs.com/wantlist?user=velijura
Update

I I've also thrown in a whole bunch of extra singles here

Open to trades if you've got something interesting to swap
offer update

The trade is still on the table if anyone's interested—just hit me up through the listing or shoot me a private message.
Looking to trade for some stuff in decent condition—ideally EX/EX/

http://www.discogs.com/wantlist?user=wiredtinker30

(check out my previous posts to see what I've got on the table)
SINGLES
reach me at alanmaras@inet.hr

TITLE/ALBUM

*** $3.25/ea (15 ea for $33)
Gigliola Cinquetti - Non Ho L'Età EX/EX
Classix Nouveaux - Never Again EX/EX
Cliff Richard ‎– Congratulations / High 'N' Dry EX/VG+
DURAN DURAN - Union of the snake EX/EX
Elvis Presley ‎– In The Ghetto / Any Day Now VG+/VG+
Engelbert Humperdinck ‎– Les Bicyclettes De Belsize / Three Little Words Generic/VG+
Engelbert Humperdinck ‎– The Last Waltz VG+/VG+
Engelbert Humperdinck ‎– The Way It Used To Be Generic/VG+
Fats Domino ‎– Here Comes Fats Domino VG+/EX
Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax VG+/EX
Frankie Goes To Hollywood - The power of love EX/VG+
Henry Mancini And His Orchestra ‎– "Love Story" / Tema Iz "Borsalina" Generic/EX
Isley Brothers ‎– Live It Up NM/NM
Jerry Lee Lewis - Drinking Wine Spo-Dee O'Dee / Rock & Roll Medley EX/EX
Karel Gott ‎– Schiwago Melodie (Weißt Du Wohin?) EX/EX
Karel Gott - Beatles / Půlnoční Láska EX/NM
Karel Gott - Bloudím Pasáží / Teď Už Víš, Že Jsem To Já EX/NM
Lemon Pipers, The / Kasenetz-Katz Super Circus - Green Tambourine NM/NM
Mariano ‎– The Bitter And The Sweet Generic/EX
Mary Hopkin ‎– Lontano Dagli Occhi NM/NM
Maxime Le Forestier ‎– Les Nuits Douces NM/NM
Melanie ‎– The Nickel Song / Brandnew Key EX/EX
MINA - Capitano/Wenn du an Wunder glaubst VG+/VG+
Neil Sedaka - Oh! Carol Generic/VG+
Outrage ‎– Between Brackets EP 7" NM/NM
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark ‎– Locomotion Ex/EX
Pat Boone ‎– I'll Be Home / Chains Of Love Generic/EX
Sam Cooke ‎– Having A Party / Bring It On Home To Me Generic/EX
Sammy Davis Jr. ‎– The Best Of Broadway VG+/VG+
Sandie Shaw ‎– Puppet On A String Generic/EX
Slade - Cum On Feel The Noize EX/VG+
Tony Dallara ‎– Bambina Bambina VG+/VG+
Viktor Sodoma ‎– Žárlivý Kakadu / Říkám Jí Laura EX/EX
Wilma Goich ‎– Gli Occhi Miei / La Tua Citta' (San Remo 68) EX/EX

Soundtrack - The Heist / Cold City P/VG+
local legend ‎– Your Mother Went To Sleep / White Roses VG+/EX
classic crooner ‎– Long Hot Summer EX/VG+
folk singer ‎– My Land EX/EX
old school act ‎– Marika VG+/VG+
session group - Angela / When the Sun Closes Its Eyes / For Our Love EX/VG
pop star - She Is Sleeping VG+/VG+
pop star ‎– I Called Her Emily / Sonata EX/EX
various artists ‎– New York Spring 66 - Record 1. Generic/EX
various artists ‎– Small Town 69 - Folk Hits EX/EX
various artists ‎– Weekly Hits II (Radio Station Broadcast) EX/VG+
old folk singer ‎– Gypsy Night Generic/VG+
old folk singer ‎– The Boat Returned Alone Generic/VG+
I don't know if I'm just being cynical or if everyone else is seeing the same thing, but the whole situation with Singlice feels... off. It’s one of those things where you look at the surface level and think everything is fine, then you dig an inch deeper and realize the foundation is basically made of wet cardboard. Honestly, it reminds me of that time back in Chicago when my old landlord tried to tell me the leaking ceiling was just "character" for the apartment—it’s a classic move to brush off real issues with vague nonsense. There’s just this lingering sense that we aren't getting the full story, and frankly, I'm tired of the guesswork. Is it just me, or does anyone else feel like we're being played?
I don't have any contact info for that guy—nothing at all. alanmaras@inet.hr

Album Title / Cover Art

*** $1.75I’m looking at about 35 units for this—just trying to get a feel for what we’re dealing with here. $33)
Just picked up an Al Wilson pressing of "La La Peace Song"—it’s sitting right in that sweet spot between VG+ and EX. Honestly, if you haven't spent a late night spinning this one, you're missing out on some serious soul therapy. It’s got that smooth, laid-back vibe that just cuts through all the noise of a busy week. I was cleaning it up last night while sipping on some coffee, and man, the fidelity is just crisp—no surface noise to ruin the mood. Definitely a solid addition to the collection.
Just scored a little gem for the collection—Amii Stewart’s *Jealousy / Step Into The Love Line* on vinyl. It’s sitting at a solid VG+/VG+, which honestly feels like a win given how much people tend to beat up these older pressings. I remember hearing this stuff back in the day when I was first getting into disco and soul—it just has that specific, polished energy that hits different on a turntable. There's something about the way those mid-tempo grooves settle into the needle... it’s less about the loud, club-thumping stuff and more about that smooth, late-night vibe you can just sink into. If you’re hunting for some classic soulful disco that doesn't feel too "on the nose," this one is definitely worth a spin. Definitely adding this to the rotation for my next chill evening.
So, I was digging through some old crates recently—you know how it goes, just looking for a little something to drown out the hum of the dishwasher—and I stumbled upon Amii Stewart’s "Knock On Wood." Specifically, that EX/EX version. Man, talk about a deep cut. It’s funny, because most people only know the radio edit or the standard club mix, but this specific version? It hits different. There’s a certain groove there that feels almost hypnotic, like if you listen long enough, you might actually start believing your own luck. I remember playing a similar track back when I was living in Chicago—just a tiny apartment, nothing but a cheap turntable and a stack of vinyl—and it felt like the whole world slowed down for a second. The production on this is just... it’s got that classic soul-infused disco energy that doesn't feel dated, even decades later. It’s smooth, it’s punchy, and it carries this effortless cool that modern tracks just seem to struggle to replicate. It’s one of those rare gems where the vocal performance and the beat aren't fighting for attention; they’re just vibing together perfectly. If you haven't sat with this particular mix, do yourself a favor and go find it. It’s a mood.
So, I was digging through some old vinyl the other day—just one of those rainy Sunday afternoons where you end up down a rabbit hole—and I stumbled back onto Andy Gibb’s "An Everlasting Love." Honestly? It’s such a vibe. You know that specific kind of late 70s production where everything feels just a little bit lush, a little bit dreamy, and almost impossibly smooth? That’s this track right there. It’s got that classic Bee Gees DNA, obviously, but Andy had this way of making it feel more intimate, less like a massive stadium anthem and more like something playing softly in the background of a dim lounge in Chicago or something. There’s a certain melancholy tucked under all those polished harmonies—that bittersweet feeling that stays with you even when the melody is catchy as hell. I remember hearing this back in the day and thinking it sounded like pure sunshine, but listening to it now, through a slightly older lens, it hits differently. It’s less about the "everlasting" part and more about that fleeting, beautiful moment before things change. Just a really solid piece of pop craftsmanship that deserves way more credit than it gets these days. If you haven't sat with this one in a while, do yourself a favor and give it a spin. It’s a mood.
So, I was digging through some old crates recently—you know how it goes, you start looking for one specific thing and suddenly three hours have vanished into thin air—and I stumbled upon this Andy and David Williams pressing. Specifically, that "What's Your Name / Say It Again" EX/EX promo. Man, finding stuff in that kind of condition these days feels like winning a small lottery. Most copies of this are absolute beaters by now—scratched up, sleeve worn down to the cardboard, just generally looking like they’ve been tossed around a basement in Chicago for thirty years. But this one? Pristine. It’s got that heavy, intentional weight to it that you just don't see in modern digital files. It’s funny, because listening to it again, I started thinking about how much the scene has shifted. Back when this was spinning on turntables, everything felt a bit more... tangible, I guess? Even if the sound quality wasn't always perfect, there was a soul to it. Anyway, if anyone else has tracked down an EX copy of this, please tell me I'm not alone in the obsession. It's a total gem.
So, I finally tracked down this Andy Williams pressing—the one with "Glory Glory Hallelujah" and "Ave Maria"—and man, it’s in absolutely mint condition. We're talking EX/EX here, which is getting harder to find these days if you aren't willing to pay through the nose for it. I remember sitting in my dad's living room back in the suburbs of Chicago, listening to these kinds of old-school vocalists on his heavy Hi-Fi setup—it was one of those massive wood-paneled consoles that took up half the room—and there was just something about that smooth, effortless delivery. It wasn't like the overproduced stuff you hear on the radio today; it felt... I don't know, intentional? Even when he's hitting those big, soaring notes, it doesn't feel forced. It’s just pure, unadulterated crooner magic. Anyway, I've been spinning this one all morning while sipping some coffee, and honestly, it’s just a nice way to start a quiet Saturday. If you ever stumble across an Andy Williams record in this kind of shape, don't think twice—just grab it.
Just picked up an Al Wilson copy of "La La Peace Song"—it’s sitting right at that sweet spot between VG+ and EX. Honestly, if you haven't spun this one yet, you're missing out on some serious soul vibes. It’s got that smooth, laid-back groove that just makes you want to kick back and forget about the workday for a while. I was cleaning it up last night, sipping on a coffee, and man... there's just something about those old-school arrangements that modern stuff can't quite replicate. It sounds incredibly crisp on my setup, too. Definitely one for the permanent collection.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Baccara’s "The Devil Sent You To Lorado"—found it in a dusty crate at a local shop out in Austin—and man, the condition is actually insane. We're talking VG+/EX territory here. Honestly, finding anything this clean from that era feels like hitting a jackpot, especially when you consider how many people used to play these records until they were basically just surface noise. I popped it on my setup last night, poured myself a drink, and just let it spin. The sound quality is surprisingly crisp for a record that's been sitting around for decades. It’s got that specific, lush disco-pop vibe that just hits different when you aren't listening through some tinny Bluetooth speaker. There's this one particular groove where the production really shines—it's smooth, a little bit haunting, and perfectly captures that late-70s studio magic. It's funny, I remember hearing something similar on a scratched-up compilation back in high school, but nothing ever sounded this intentional or polished. If you ever get the chance to snag a clean pressing of this, don't overthink it. Just grab it. It's a total mood.
I was digging through some old crates the other day—just one of those late-night deep dives where you think you're being productive but you're really just procrastinating—and I stumbled onto this Baccara gem. We’re talking "Yes Sir, I Can Boogie" mixed with that "Cara Mia" energy. Honestly? It’s such a trip. There’s something about that disco-era production that hits differently when you aren't expecting it—it’s got that smooth, almost hypnotic groove that makes you want to just lean back and let the rhythm do the work. It’s not even trying too hard, which is exactly why it works. It’s one of those tracks that feels like a lost relic from a high-end lounge in Vegas or somewhere equally flashy. Just a solid, vibey listen if you're looking to mellow out without losing the beat.
I was digging through some old crates the other day—you know how it goes, just looking for a bit of nostalgia—and I stumbled upon Baccara’s "Darling" and "Number One." Honestly? It’s such a trip. There’s something about that specific era of disco that hits different when you aren't expecting it. It’s got that polished, almost theatrical vibe that feels so much more intentional than the stuff we hear on the radio today. It’s funny, because back in the day, people used to dismiss this kind of pop as just fluff, but listening to it now... man, the production is actually pretty tight. "Number One" specifically has that infectious, driving energy that makes you want to lean back and just let the groove take over. It’s not even about dancing for me anymore—it’s more about that feeling of stepping into a different decade. It’s smooth, it’s classy, and honestly, it’s a total mood. If you haven't given these a spin lately, do yourself a favor and go find a high-quality remaster. You won't regret it.
I was digging through some old crates recently—you know how it is when you get down that rabbit hole—and stumbled upon this Baccara gem. It’s that "Sorry, I'm A Lady" / "Love You Till I Die" extended mix combo. Honestly? It’s such a trip. There’s something about those vintage disco productions that just hits different when you actually take the time to listen to the full arrangement instead of just the radio edit. It’s got that specific kind of polished, dramatic flair that feels almost lost these days—kind of like how everything seems so over-produced and sterile now. This stuff had actual soul behind the glitter. Anyway, if you're into that classic era of dance tracks that aren't afraid to be a little theatrical, definitely give this one a spin. It’s a mood.
Betty & Bab* – Together, we’re gonna set the world on fire. G/EX
Just picked up a copy of Bonnie Tyler’s "It's A Heartache" on vinyl—graded it as VG+/VG+, which honestly feels like a steal for this kind of sound. There’s just something about that specific era of production that hits different when you drop the needle. It’s got that raw, slightly gritty edge that modern digital remasters always seem to polish right out of the music. I was spinning this the other night while catching up on some chores, and man, it really takes you back. It’s one of those tracks where you can practically feel the heartbreak in the vocal cracks—it’s not perfect, but that’s exactly why it works. It reminds me of those old late-night drives through the suburbs when everything felt a little more dramatic than it actually was. If you’re looking for something with a bit of soul and a lot of grit, this is definitely worth adding to the collection.
Just snagged a copy of the Bay City Rollers' *Shang-A-Lang / Ready For That Rock & Roll* on vinyl—VG+ to EX condition, which honestly feels like a miracle for a record this age. If you grew up in the States during the height of the teenybopper craze, you know exactly what I'm talking about. It’s pure, unadulterated nostalgia that hits you right in the gut. I remember being stuck in my hometown in Ohio back in the day, spinning these exact tracks on a cheap turntable while trying to convince my friends I had better taste than the bubblegum pop everyone else was obsessed with. Looking back? Yeah, okay, maybe I wasn't fooling anyone. There's just something about those melodies—they're catchy as hell, even if they're a bit sugary for some. This pressing sounds incredibly crisp, though; the highs are bright without being piercing, and it carries that warm, analog soul that digital files just can't replicate. Definitely a solid addition to the collection if you're looking to revisit that era of pure, simple pop perfection.
Found this gem at a local shop—Bilgeri’s *Some Girls Are Ladies*. It’s a VG+/EX copy, which honestly feels like a steal for how much soul is packed into these tracks. There's just something about that specific era of production that hits different when you're spinning it late at night with a drink in hand. Definitely worth adding to the collection if you can track down a clean pressing.
So, I finally managed to track down this Boney M. gem—"We Kill The World (Don't Kill The World)" from that *Boonoonoonoos* era. It’s an EX/VG+ copy, which honestly feels like a minor miracle given how many people used to treat vinyl like scratch pads back in the day. It’s one of those tracks that hits you differently when you actually sit down and listen to the production instead of just treating it as disco background noise for a party. There’s something about that late '70s/early '80s studio polish that just feels... intentional? Not like the over-compressed stuff we get pumped out of Nashville or LA these days. It’s got this weirdly heavy, almost existential vibe buried under the groove, which is pretty wild if you think about the lyrics for a second. I remember hearing this on a grainy radio station back when I was living in Chicago—just some late-night DJ playing deep cuts while the city hummed outside my window. Finding a clean copy now feels like a little win for the collection. Definitely worth the hunt if you're into that specific brand of high-concept disco.
Man, I was just spinning through some old vinyl the other day—found this dusty copy of Boney M.’s "Daddy Cool" tucked behind some old jazz records—and man, that disco beat just hits different when you aren't expecting it. It’s one of those tracks that feels like pure sunshine, even if it’s a little bit cheesy if you look at it too hard. I remember being a kid back in the day, probably hanging out in a basement somewhere in Chicago, hearing this track blaring from a neighbor's stereo. You couldn't help but move. It’s got that specific kind of groove that stays stuck in your head for days—not in an annoying way, but more like a catchy little rhythm that follows you around while you're grabbing coffee or driving down the interstate. Honestly, sometimes you just need that kind of unapologetic, high-energy disco to shake off a rough week. Just pure vibes.
Just picked up a copy of Boney M.’s "Ma Baker" paired with "Still I'm Sad"—it’s a solid G+/VG+ pressing. Honestly, listening to this takes me back to those late nights in my college dorm in Chicago, just cranking disco tracks while everyone else was trying to sleep. There’s something about that "Ma Baker" beat that just hits different when you aren't expecting it. It’s pure nostalgia wrapped in a groove. If you can find a clean copy of these, definitely grab it.
Just picked up a VG+/EX copy of Boney M.’s "El Lute / Gotta Go Home" on vinyl. Honestly, there’s just something about that era of disco—it hits different when you've got the physical wax spinning. I was digging through some crates the other day at a local shop over in Austin, and stumbling upon this felt like a total win. It’s one of those records that just fills the room immediately. If you haven't spun this lately, you're seriously missing out on some top-tier grooves.
Just picked up a little gem for the collection—Boney M.’s "Rasputin" paired with "Painter Man." It’s a solid VG+/VG+ find. Honestly, there’s just something about that disco era that hits different when you’ve got a clean pressing in hand. I was spinning this the other night while catching up on some reading, and man, those tracks still have that infectious energy. It’s one of those records where you can almost feel the groove before the needle even settles into the wax. Definitely a win for the crates.
Found this little gem the other day—Boney M.’s "Belfast / Plantation Boy" on a VG+/VG+ pressing. Honestly, there’s just something about those old disco-pop grooves that hits different when you actually take the time to sit down and listen. It’s not just background noise for a party; it’s got that specific, lush production style that makes you want to just lean back and let it wash over you. I remember spinning stuff like this back in the day during long weekend road trips through the Midwest—just cruising down the interstate with the volume up, feeling like life was a lot simpler than it is now. This particular copy is holding up pretty well, too. No major pops or clicks to ruin the vibe, which is a win in my book. If you can track these two down in decent shape, definitely grab them. It's a mood.
Just picked up a copy of Boney M.’s "Rivers of Babylon" paired with "Brown Girl in the Ring"—it's in VG+/VG+ condition, which honestly feels like a steal these days. I was digging through some crates at a local shop in Austin last weekend—you know how it goes, you go in for one specific thing and end up walking out with a whole stack of vinyl you didn't know you needed—and this one just jumped out at me. There’s something about that disco-reggae fusion they were doing back then... it’s almost impossible to listen to without getting that rhythmic itch in your feet. It’s pure nostalgia, even if you weren't around for the height of the disco era. The grooves look clean, too—no major pops or clicks to ruin the vibe when you're just trying to chill out on a Sunday afternoon. Definitely a solid addition to the collection.
I finally tracked down an EX/EX copy of Bata Illic’s *Auf Der Straße Der Sehnsucht*—and man, holding this thing feels like finding a lost relic in a dusty corner of a used record shop in Chicago. It’s one of those finds that just makes you stop and stare for a second. You know that feeling when you stumble upon something rare, something that actually carries some weight? Yeah, that. The condition is pretty much exactly what you'd expect from a vintage find—super clean, barely any signs of life on it—but even with that "excellent" grading, there's just something about the way these old pressings sound. It's got that warmth, that specific analog grit that modern digital stuff just can't quite replicate, no matter how many high-end plugins they throw at it. I was spinning it last night while just chilling with a coffee, and honestly, the whole vibe is just... different. It’s moody, it’s soulful, and it really pulls you into that sense of longing the title promises. It’s funny, because I remember seeing someone mention a similar pressing back when I was browsing some old collector forums—I think it might have been George Hill4 talking about his own collection—but nothing prepared me for having this particular gem in my hands. If you ever get the chance to hunt this down, don't sleep on it. It's more than just a record; it's an entire atmosphere.
So, I finally got my hands on this Bata Illic – Schwarze Madonna pressing. It’s a VG+/VG+ copy, which—let's be honest—is basically the sweet spot for these older records where you get all the soul without the constant surface noise driving you up the wall. I was digging through some boxes at a local shop in Chicago last weekend—you know how it goes, spending way too much time hovering over dusty crates while the shop owner gives you that "get moving" look—and this one just jumped out at me. There’s something about the vibe of this specific release that hits different. It’s got that moody, dark energy that makes you want to dim the lights, pour a glass of bourbon, and just disappear into the music for an hour. The condition is solid, too. Not perfect, obviously—it's a used record, after all—but it plays beautifully. No major skips or anything crazy, just that slight, warm crackle that actually adds to the whole atmosphere. If you’ve been hunting for this one, honestly, don't sleep on it. It's a total mood.
I was digging through some old crates recently—you know how it goes, just looking for something to scratch that itch—and I stumbled upon this absolute gem. It’s that Bata Illic track, "Judy, I Love You," specifically the EX/EX version. Man, there is just something about those older recordings that hits differently. It’s got this specific, soulful grit that you just don't hear in modern studio polish. It reminded me of sitting in my uncle's garage back in Chicago, listening to his old vinyl collection while the summer heat settled in—just pure nostalgia wrapped up in a melody. If you haven't tracked this one down yet, do yourself a favor and hunt it down. It's a mood.
I was digging through some old crates the other day—just one of those late-night deep dives where you end up down a rabbit hole of vintage vinyl—and I stumbled upon this Bata Illic track, "Mädchen Mit Den Traurigen Augen." It’s an EX/EX copy, which is basically the holy grail for collectors like me who can't stand a single surface scratch. There's just something about that specific era of songwriting that hits differently, you know? It’s got that melancholic, soulful undertone that stays with you long after the needle lifts. It reminded me of sitting in a dim coffee shop in Seattle back in the early 2000s, just watching the rain hit the window and feeling that exact same kind of beautiful, quiet sadness. It’s not even depressing, really—it’s more like a mood you want to wrap yourself in. Anyway, if you ever get the chance to hunt this one down, don't sleep on it. It’s a total gem.
So, I finally managed to track down a copy of Barry Blue’s "Dancin' On A Saturday Night" from '89—it’s sitting there in a VG+/EX condition, which, honestly, feels like a miracle given how much people beat up these old pressings. It’s one of those tracks that just hits different when you aren't hearing it through some tinny Bluetooth speaker or a compressed streaming file. I remember being at this dive bar over in Austin back in the day—nothing fancy, just a spot with a decent jukebox—and hearing something with this kind of disco-infused energy. It’s got that specific late-era groove that makes you want to actually get up and move, even if you’ve got two left feet. There’s a certain warmth to the production here that you just don't find in modern digital stuff. It’s smooth, it’s rhythmic, and it carries that nostalgic weight without feeling dated or cheesy. If you're looking to add a little bit of that classic floor-filler energy to your collection, this one is definitely worth the hunt.
I finally got my hands on a decent copy of Bobbie Gentry’s "Ode to Billie Joe"—this one's a Generic/EX pressing—and man, I’ve been sitting here just letting the needle drop and staring at the ceiling for the last hour. There’s just something about that swampy, Southern Gothic storytelling that hits different when you aren't rushing to get somewhere. It’s not just a song; it’s like a tiny, tragic short film played out through a guitar and that hauntingly calm vocal delivery. It reminds me of those humid, heavy summer nights back in Georgia where everything feels a little too quiet, and you know there's some kind of drama brewing behind closed doors in the neighborhood. You listen to the lyrics and you can practically feel the tension in that dinner table scene—that awkward, suffocating silence while everyone pretends everything is normal despite the elephant in the room. It's masterclass songwriting, honestly. The way she weaves the mystery of what happened to Billie Joe with the mundane details of everyday life... it's brilliant. If you haven't given this specific pressing a spin yet, do yourself a favor and clear your schedule. You're gonna want to just sit with this one.
Found this old Boney M. gem at a local record shop last weekend—Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring on a decent VG+/VG+ pressing. Honestly, there’s just something about that disco era that hits different when you drop the needle—it’s pure nostalgia, even if it is a bit cheesy. I remember my dad used to blast these tracks during our summer road trips through the Midwest, and every time "Brown Girl In The Ring" comes on, I’m instantly ten years old again, sitting in the backseat of an old Ford, probably complaining about the AC. It’s one of those records that just feels like sunshine, regardless of how gray the weather is outside. Definitely a solid addition to the collection.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of the Bee Gees' *Alive*—an EX/EX pressing, if you can believe it—and man, it’s a trip. Honestly, sitting there with the needle dropping, it just hits different than those polished studio tracks we all grew up hearing on the radio. It’s got that raw, unvarnished energy that makes you feel like you're actually in the room with them, which is exactly what I was looking for. I remember back in high school, I used to spend hours scouring local record shops in Chicago, hunting for these kinds of live cuts while my buddies were all obsessed with whatever the latest hair metal band was. There’s just something about that specific era of disco-infused pop that feels so much more visceral when it isn't smoothed over by a million layers of studio production. You can hear the grit, the slight imperfections, and that unmistakable vocal harmony that somehow sounds even more haunting when it's live. It's definitely not for everyone—some people might find the transition from their ballad stuff to this kind of live groove a bit jarring—but for me? It’s pure gold. If you ever get the chance to spin this one, do it. Just grab a drink, dim the lights, and let it wash over you. It’s a mood, for sure.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of the Bee Gees' "Tragedy" in pretty solid VG+/VG+ condition—not quite mint, but definitely holds its own if you aren't looking for perfection. It’s one of those records that just hits different when you drop the needle. You know how some tracks feel like they were made for a specific era, but then you realize they actually just sound timeless? That’s this for me. I was spinning it the other night, just chilling with a drink, and man, that disco-infused energy is infectious. It’s funny, because back in the day, I remember hearing this on the radio while I was driving around a small town in Ohio, thinking it sounded a bit too "produced" for my taste. Fast forward a few decades, and now I'm sitting here realizing I was totally wrong—it’s pure pop craftsmanship. The production is tight, the harmonies are soaring, and honestly, it’s a total mood lifter when everything else feels a bit heavy. It's definitely earned its spot on my shelf.
Just picked up a solid copy of the Bee Gees' *Too Much Heaven / Rest Your Love On Me* on vinyl—VG+ condition, which honestly feels like a win these days if you aren't paying through the nose for a mint press. There’s just something about that late 70s disco-pop era that hits differently when you drop the needle; it’s got that specific kind of polished, shimmering production that modern digital tracks just can't replicate. I remember being a teenager back in the day, sitting in my room in Chicago, just looping these tracks until my parents started complaining about the bass vibrating the floorboards. "Rest Your Love On Me" always felt a bit more soulful to me than their high-octane dance stuff, whereas "Too Much Heaven" is basically pure sonic sunshine. It’s one of those records that makes you want to turn the lights down low and just drift. If you happen to see a clean pressing floating around, definitely grab it—it’s a total vibe.
I finally got my hands on a copy of Connie Francis’s "Du Mußt Bleiben, Angelino"—it's that generic VG condition—and man, it really takes me back. There's just something about those old-school recordings that hits differently than anything you hear on Spotify today. It’s got that warm, crackly soul that makes you want to pour a drink and just sit there for a minute. Honestly, finding these gems in decent shape around here isn't easy, but when you do, it feels like a massive win. Definitely one for the collection.
Dana – Give him my best, will you? EX/EX
I still find myself thinking back to that whole Elvis era—it’s one of those things that just sticks in your brain, you know? Looking back at the sheer scale of what he was, it feels almost surreal now. It wasn't just about the music or the moves; it was this massive, cultural shift that seemed to happen overnight, yet felt like it had been building forever. I remember sitting around with my buddies back in the day, just completely floored by how much he changed the game. It wasn't just some pop star thing—he was a phenomenon. You couldn't escape him. Even if you weren't into rock and roll, his presence was everywhere, from the radio to those grainy clips on TV. There was this raw energy to it all, a kind of lightning in a bottle that we haven't really seen quite like that since. It makes you wonder, honestly—do we ever get anything like that again? In an age where everything feels so manufactured and polished, there was something so unvarnished and visceral about his rise. He was a force of nature, plain and simple. Just one of those rare moments in American history where everything aligned perfectly to create something legendary.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of David Cassidy’s "If I Didn't Care / Frozen Noses" in that sweet EX/EX condition—and man, let me tell you, it’s a total trip. It’s one of those finds that just makes you sit back and realize how much the music landscape has shifted since the heyday of teen idols turning into actual musicians. Listening to this, you can really hear the transition happening. It’s got that classic pop sensibility, but there’s a layer of soulfulness underneath that people usually overlook when they’re busy making jokes about the Partridge Family era. It’s not just bubblegum; there’s some genuine craft in the arrangements here. I remember sitting in my old apartment in Chicago back in the late 70s, spinning records like this while trying to convince myself I was way more sophisticated than I actually was. There was something about that specific crackle of a clean vinyl pressing that just hits different. This particular copy is so crisp, though—no surface noise to ruin the vibe, which is a miracle given how many beat-up copies were tossed around back then. If you ever get the chance to hunt down an EX/EX pressing of this, don't sleep on it. It’s a beautiful bit of pop history that deserves a lot more respect than it usually gets from the critics.
So, I finally got my hands on this David Cassidy—Daydreamer / The Puppy Song—EX/EX release, and man, it’s a trip down memory lane. You know, the kind of thing that hits you right in the nostalgia center when you weren't even expecting it. It’s one of those records that just captures a very specific, very breezy era of pop perfection. I remember sitting in my cousin's basement back in the suburbs of Chicago—just a kid with nothing better to do—listening to stuff like this on a beat-up cassette player. There was something about the songwriting here that felt so earnest, almost painfully so, but in a way that totally works if you aren't trying too hard to be "cool." It’s all about that dreamy, melodic vibe. The production on these tracks is surprisingly lush for the time. It’s got that polished, sunshine-soaked quality that makes you want to just lean back and let the afternoon drift by. It isn't trying to reinvent the wheel or push some heavy political agenda; it’s just pure, unadulterated melody. Some people might call it lightweight, sure—and hey, they wouldn't be wrong—but there’s a craft to it that gets lost in a lot of the overproduced junk we hear on the radio these days. If you're looking for something to spin while you're hanging out on the porch or just killing time on a Sunday morning, this is it. It’s mellow, it’s sweet, and honestly? It’s just a damn good listen. No pretension required.
So, I finally dug out that old Donny Osmond pressing—the one for "The Twelfth of Never"—and man, it’s an absolute gem. It's the EX/EX grade, which honestly feels like a miracle given how much dust usually accumulates on these older records sitting in someone's basement. Listening to this takes me straight back to being a kid, probably sitting on the floor of my parents' living room in Chicago, just mesmerously watching the needle drop. There's something about that specific era of pop production—it’s so polished, so earnest, and just incredibly smooth. You don't get that kind of unapologetic sentimentality much anymore without feeling like you're being mocked, you know? But with Donny, he just leans into it, and it works. It’s pure, unadulterated nostalgia wrapped in a perfect vocal performance. Definitely one of those finds that makes you glad you didn't toss your old collection during the last big move.
Easy Connection – Besame Mucho (Señora) / Sally's O.K. EX/EX
So, I finally managed to track down an old pressing of Eddy Grant’s "Do You Feel My Love?"—VG+ condition, which honestly feels like a miracle given how many times I’ve dropped a record over the years. It’s one of those albums that just hits different when you actually sit down and listen, rather than just having it as background noise while you're cleaning up the kitchen or whatever. There’s this specific groove to his stuff—it’s got that soulful, rhythmic weight that makes you want to just lean back and let it wash over you. It reminds me of those lazy Sunday afternoons back in Chicago, just spinning vinyl and losing track of time. It’s a solid find, definitely worth the hunt.
Man, I was just spinning some Eddy Grant earlier—specifically that "Living On The Front Line" extended version—and it hit me right in the gut. You know those tracks that feel like they were written for a different era but somehow manage to get more relevant every single year? That’s this one. It’s got that gritty, driving energy that just refuses to let you sit still, even when the lyrics are hitting you with all that heavy social commentary. It’s funny, because whenever I hear those opening beats, I can't help but think about how much the landscape has shifted since this dropped. Back then, it felt like a warning; now, listening to it while stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the I-95, it feels more like a documentary. There’s a certain weight to his voice—it isn't just singing, it’s like he’s reporting from the ground floor of everything going wrong in society. I remember sitting in my first apartment in Chicago, probably late at night, just letting this record loop while I stared at the ceiling and thought about the state of things. Some people try to strip the edge off songs like this to make them "radio-friendly," but honestly? Don't touch it. The grit is the whole point. If you smooth out the edges, you lose the soul of what he was trying to say about being caught in the middle of the struggle. It's a masterclass in how to make a protest song that actually sounds like a damn good time, too. Pure class.
I was just spinning that classic Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickson duet, "I Know Him So Well," and man... it hits different when you're older. It’s one of those tracks that feels like a cinematic gut punch—especially since both singers have such distinct, powerhouse styles that somehow mesh perfectly without stepping on each other's toes. It’s funny, actually—it reminds me of this one rainy Tuesday back in Seattle when I was nursing a lukewarm coffee and listening to old Broadway soundtracks, just thinking about how much life changes. You start out thinking you've got someone completely figured out, and then reality just... happens. That song captures that specific brand of bittersweet realization so well—that weird space between knowing someone intimately and realizing you don't really know them at all. Just a beautiful, melancholy little masterpiece.
So, I finally got my hands on this Focus - Hocus Pocus / Janis pressing in VG/EX condition—and man, let me tell you, it’s a bit of a trip. I’ve been hunting for a clean copy of this one for a minute now, mostly because finding anything that isn't trashed or scratched to hell feels like a full-time job lately. The grading actually holds up, too. It’s got that lovely, lived-in feel without being beat up, which is exactly what I was hoping for when I pulled the trigger. There’s just something about that specific sound profile... it hits different when you aren't fighting surface noise the whole time. I ended up spinning it last night with a glass of bourbon while watching some old noir film, and honestly? Perfect vibe. Just sitting there, letting the needle do its thing, thinking about how much effort goes into tracking down these weirdly specific gems. Anyway, if anyone else is eyeing this one, just know the quality is legit.
Just picked up this Frankie Miller pressing—Darlin' / Drunken Nights In The City—and honestly, the condition is killer. It’s sitting at a solid VG+/VG+. There's just something about that soulful, gritty vibe he brings to a track... it hits different when you're winding down for the night. Definitely a gem for the collection.
Geraldine—honestly, just top-tier stuff. It’s easily hitting that VG+/VG+ sweet spot for me.
Found this absolute gem of a pressing—Puccini’s *Four Arias* featuring Renata Tebaldi. It’s a VG+ to NM copy, which honestly feels like a miracle given how many people tend to treat vinyl like a scratchpad these days. If you haven't spent much time with Tebaldi, man, you are missing out. There’s just something about her tone—it’s got this lush, velvety weight to it that makes modern recordings feel kind of thin by comparison. I remember sitting in my living room back in Chicago last winter, nursing a lukewarm coffee and putting this exact record on while the snow was coming down hard outside, and it just... hits different. It’s pure, unadulterated drama without all the over-produced polish you get from those big digital remasters today. Anyway, if you're looking to add some heavyweight soprano magic to your collection, this is a solid pick. Definitely worth the spin.
Just picked up this Heintje record—"I'm Your Little Boy" paired with "Two Little Stars"—and honestly, the condition is pretty sweet for being a VG+/VG+ find. It’s one of those old-school gems that just hits different when you drop the needle. There's something about that vintage sound that modern digital stuff just can't quite replicate, you know? Definitely a nice little addition to the collection.
So, I finally got my hands on this generic pressing of The Irish Rovers’ *The Unicorn / Black Velvet Band*—it’s in EX condition, which is honestly a win in my book because finding anything decent lately feels like hunting for a needle in a haystack. I was spinning this the other night while finishing up some paperwork at my desk—just one of those quiet, rainy Tuesday vibes—and man, there’s just something about these tracks that hits different. It’s got that raw, storytelling energy that makes you feel like you’re sitting in a dimly lit pub in Boston rather than staring at a laptop screen. "The Unicorn" is such a classic, obviously, but hearing it with this specific warmth... it just works. It’s nothing fancy, just a solid, clean listen that doesn't try too hard to be modern or polished. Sometimes you don't need a high-fidelity remaster from some big studio in LA; sometimes you just want that authentic, slightly unvarnished sound that lets the melody breathe. Definitely a nice little addition to the collection.
Man, I was just spinning some old Joe Dassin tracks—specifically that "Darlin'" version from the EX/NM sessions—and it really hit me how much certain vibes just transcend everything. There’s something about that specific era of production that feels so effortless, you know? It’s got that smooth, almost lazy confidence that you just don't hear in modern pop anymore. I remember sitting in a tiny coffee shop back in Seattle a few years ago, raining like crazy outside, just listening to this exact kind of stuff. It wasn't even about the music at first, just the way the melody seemed to settle into the room and make everything feel... I don't know, less chaotic? Anyway, if you haven't sat with this particular cut lately, give it a spin. It’s one of those tracks that demands you just sit still for three minutes and actually listen.
Man, I was just digging through some old crates and stumbled upon this Jimmy Osmond track—"I'm Gonna Knock On Your Door"—and honestly? It’s a total trip. If you weren't around for the bubblegum pop era, you might think it's just another sugary little tune, but there's something about that specific kind of vintage production that hits different when you're older. It’s got that earnest, almost desperate energy that only kid stars from back in the day could pull off—you know, that "I'm gonna love you forever" vibe that feels both incredibly sweet and slightly hilarious looking back. It reminds me of those old Saturday morning variety shows we used to watch in the States—just pure, unadulterated nostalgia wrapped up in a catchy melody. It’s definitely one of those songs that lives rent-free in your head once you hear it. Just a little slice of Americana history right there.
Kajagoogoo – The Lion's Mouth EX/EX
I finally managed to track down a copy of Kim Wilde’s *Love Blonde*—and yeah, I’m talking about that specific EX/NM version that’s been hovering just out of reach for a while now. Honestly, finding stuff like this in such clean condition feels like hitting a jackpot you weren't even looking for. It’s one of those releases that really hits a certain nostalgia, especially if you grew up listening to her stuff on the radio back in the day. Just a solid addition to the collection.
Just picked up a copy of Kim Wilde’s *Dancing In The Dark*—NM/NM condition, which is honestly a miracle for a record this age. It’s one of those albums that just hits different when you’re sitting in your living room with the lights turned way down. There’s something about that late 80s production—it’s polished, sure, but it still has this moody, driving energy that feels incredibly cinematic. I remember hearing some of these tracks back in the day through my buddy's old stereo system, and even then, I was hooked on that specific synth-pop grit she pulls off. It’s not just bubblegum pop; there’s a bit of an edge to it. If you haven't spun this lately, you're seriously missing out. It’s the perfect soundtrack for a rainy night in Seattle or just staring at the ceiling wondering where the time went. Truly a gem.
So, I was digging through some old crates recently—you know how it goes, one minute you’re looking for that one specific jazz fusion record and the next you’re three hours deep into a nostalgia trip—and I stumbled upon this Little Jimmy Osmond track, "Long Haired Lover From Liverpool." It’s one of those weirdly catchy little gems that just hits you right in the gut with all that retro energy. It’s funny how music works, isn't it? You hear a certain beat or a specific vocal inflection and suddenly you're transported back to some random Tuesday afternoon in your childhood living room. This track has that specific kind of polished, slightly kitschy pop vibe that defines an era—it's unapologetic about what it is. There’s something almost comforting about that level of sincerity, even if it feels a bit dated by modern standards. It’s not trying to be edgy or reinvent the wheel; it’s just out there being exactly what it set out to be. Honestly, sometimes we could all use a little more of that kind of straightforwardness in our playlists these days.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Linda Ronstadt’s "It's So Easy"—specifically an EX/EX pressing—and man, it really hits different when you actually get your hands on it. There's just something about that era of American rock that feels so much more tactile than the digital stuff we're stuck with these days. You know that feeling when you drop the needle and the warmth just fills the room? It’s like stepping back into a smoky club in Nashville or something. I remember sitting in my dorm back in college, probably wasting way too much time, listening to similar tracks on a beat-up turntable that sounded like a lawnmower. But this? This is clean. It’s smooth. Linda’s voice is just... well, she’s a force of nature. Even on a track that isn't her typical ballad style, that power is undeniable. It’s one of those records where you can tell the engineer actually gave a damn about the soundstage. Honestly, if you haven't spent an afternoon just sitting there, doing absolutely nothing but letting a classic like this wash over you, are you even really listening to music? Just a thought.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Marshall Hain ‎– Dancing In The City (the Generic/EX pressing), and man... let me tell you, digging through crates for this stuff is always a bit of a gamble. You spend half your time praying you don't pull a beat-up record that sounds like someone ran it over with a Jeep, but when you hit gold? It’s worth every second. This specific version is just... chef's kiss. The sound quality is incredibly crisp—way cleaner than those dusty old pressings I used to find at the local flea markets back in Philly. It’s got that perfect, driving disco groove that just makes you want to clear some space in your living room and actually move. It’s one of those tracks that feels like a time machine, taking you straight back to a neon-soaked dance floor in the late 70s. I remember being at this tiny, hole-in-the-wall club near downtown Chicago years ago—super dim lighting, smells like cheap gin and excitement—and hearing something with this exact kind of energy. This record captures that vibe perfectly. It’s smooth, it’s rhythmic, and honestly, it’s just a total blast to spin on the turntable after a long day. If you can find a clean copy of this, don't even think twice—just grab it and run.
I was digging through some old vinyl stacks the other day—you know how it goes, you start looking for one specific record and suddenly two hours have vanished into thin air—and I stumbled upon Mary MacGregor’s "Torn Between Two Lovers." It’s still sitting there in that pristine, near-mint condition state, which feels like a minor miracle given how much I tend to toss my records around. Man, listening to this track really hits different when you're older. When you first hear it, it’s just this catchy, smooth little pop tune from back in the day, but once those lyrics actually sink in... yeah. It’s heavy. It’s that classic, messy human dilemma where nobody is necessarily the "villain," but everyone ends up getting hurt anyway. It captures that paralyzing indecision perfectly—that feeling of being stuck between two different lives or two different people, and knowing that choosing one means losing the other forever. It’s funny how certain songs act like little time machines. One minute you're just enjoying the melody, and the next, you're staring at the wall thinking about your own life choices and all the "what ifs" that kept you up at night back in your twenties. Definitely a gem for the collection, though. It’s one of those tracks that stays with you long after the needle lifts off the wax.
Just picked up this Milva record—*Da Troppo Tempo / I Tetti Rossi Di Casa Mia*—in some pretty stellar VG+/VG+ condition. Honestly, finding vintage pressings that haven't been thrashed by decades of heavy hands is getting harder by the day. It’s one of those gems that just hits different when you drop the needle and realize the audio quality actually holds up. If you're into that classic vibe, this one is definitely worth a spot on the shelf.
So, I was digging through some old vinyl the other day—you know, that dusty corner of the living room where everything feels like a time capsule—and I stumbled upon Marie Osmond’s "Paper Roses." Man, talk about a trip down memory lane. It’s one of those songs that just hits you right in the nostalgia, isn't it? There’s something about that specific era of music—that polished, almost dreamy production—that makes you feel like you're sitting in a diner in a small Midwest town at 2 AM. I started thinking about how much things have changed since those tracks first hit the airwaves. Back then, you’d just sit by the radio and let a song wash over you, no skipping, no playlists, just pure vibes. Now, we’ve got everything at our fingertips, but sometimes I miss that feeling of waiting for that one specific track to come on. It also made me think about how certain artists just hold onto that classic, heartfelt storytelling style. Whether it's "Paper Roses" or something more upbeat, she had this way of making you feel the lyrics. It’s funny how a simple melody can trigger such a specific mood—kind of a bittersweet, quiet sort of melancholy—that stays with you long after the needle lifts off the record. Just one of those little moments of reflection while cleaning out the house, I guess.
Mystic – In The Year 2525 EX-/EX
So, I finally got my hands on this Nilsen Brothers pressing—it’s that Sacramento/Sweetheart Generic release in EX condition. Honestly, finding these things around in such good shape is like hitting a tiny bit of luck in a sea of scratched-up junk. It’s one of those records that just feels right when you pull it out of the sleeve—no pops, no clicks, just that clean, smooth sound that makes you wonder why everything else in my collection sounds like it was recorded through a tin can. I spent most of last night just sitting there, spinning this thing, nursing a coffee, and letting the tracks wash over me. It’s a total vibe. If you ever stumble across a copy of this in a crate, don't overthink it—just grab it and run.
I was digging through some old crates the other day—you know how it goes, one minute you’re looking for a specific jazz fusion record and the next you’ve spent three hours down a rabbit hole of obscure psych-rock—and I stumbled upon this Passengers track, "He's Speedy Like Gonzales." It's an EX/EX pressing, which honestly makes the whole experience feel a bit more special when the needle actually hits the groove. There’s just something about that era of music that feels so much more intentional, isn't there? You can practically hear the room they recorded it in. This track has this specific, driving energy to it—it doesn't scream at you, but it definitely moves. It’s got that laid-back, almost effortless swagger that makes you want to lean back in your chair and just let the rhythm do the heavy lifting. I remember playing something similar back in my college days up in Seattle—just sitting in a cramped apartment with a couple of friends, trying to act like we were music critics while we actually just vibed to whatever was spinning on the turntable. It’s funny how certain sounds can instantly trigger those specific, hazy memories of being twenty and thinking you had all the time in the world. Anyway, if you haven't tracked down a copy of this, do yourself a favor and hunt it down. It’s a total mood.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Paul Anka’s *Love Me Warm And Tender*—it’s sitting somewhere in that sweet spot between Generic and VG+, you know? Not quite mint, but it’s got that lived-in soul that makes you want to just kick back and let it spin. Honestly, listening to this stuff takes me back—I remember my old man used to have these kinds of crooners playing in the background while he was tinkering in the garage back in Ohio. It’s that specific kind of smooth, effortless nostalgia that hits you right in the chest. Anka really knew how to lean into those romantic arrangements without making them feel too over-the-top or cheesy, which is a fine line to walk if you ask me. It’s a solid little find for the collection. Nothing flashy, just some classic, beautifully produced tracks that remind you why we bother collecting vinyl in the first place. If you ever see one floating around a local shop in a place like Chicago or Nashville, grab it. It’s worth the listen.
I was digging through some old archives the other day—you know how it is when you go down those rabbit holes at 2 AM—and I stumbled upon this Penny McLean track, "Lady Bump." It’s one of those classic EX/EX era vibes that just hits different when you remember the scene back then. There’s something about that specific production style that feels like a time capsule, honestly. It’s got that driving energy that makes you want to turn the volume up way too high while you're just hanging out in your living room. Just a little nostalgic gem for the collection.
Found this gem recently—Perry Como’s *Just Born (To Be Your Baby)*. It’s a VG+ copy, though just a heads up, there’s no cover included. Honestly, for a guy like Como, the vocals alone make it worth the hunt if you can handle the naked sleeve. Such a smooth vibe... definitely one of those records that makes you want to pour a drink and just lean back for a while.
Found this absolute gem at a local shop the other day—Peoples' Blend, specifically their *Paloma Blanca / Come On Home* pressing. It’s a VG+/VG+ copy, which honestly, in this market, feels like hitting the jackpot. I was digging through some dusty crates near a little hole-in-the-wall spot back in Philly—you know the type, smells like old paper and cheap coffee—and this one just jumped out at me. There’s something about that specific era of soul and groove that hits different when you actually take the time to sit down and listen. No background noise, no distractions, just the needle dropping and that warm, analog magic taking over the room. It’s one of those records that makes you realize why we still bother with vinyl in the first place. You can’t get this kind of texture from a streaming playlist, no matter how many algorithms they throw at you. Anyway, if anyone else has been hunting for this one, let me know—it’s a total mood.
I finally managed to get my hands on a copy of Peter Holm’s "Monia / My Prayer"—specifically looking for that sweet spot of VG+ to EX grading—and man, it was worth the hunt. There's just something about these specific pressings that hits different, you know? It’s one of those records where if the vinyl isn't pristine, the whole vibe just falls apart. I spent way too much time scouring the local shops and digging through online listings, but finding a copy in this condition felt like a genuine win. Just sat down with it last night, dropped the needle, and let the sound wash over me... absolutely stellar.
Just picked up this Rita Pavone record—*La Partita Di Pallone / Come Te Non C'È Nessuno*—and honestly, it’s in surprisingly solid shape for being an older pressing. I'd call it a solid VG/Generic grade, which is pretty decent if you're looking for that vintage vibe without paying museum prices. It’s got that classic soulfulness that just hits different when you drop the needle. Definitely worth a spin if you're digging for something with a bit of character.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Salomé’s *Vivo Cantando*—the one with the *Amigos, Amigos* VG+ and EX grading—and man, digging through these old vinyl finds is always such a trip. It’s funny how you can spend half your weekend hunting for a specific pressing just to feel that hit of dopamine when you finally drop the needle. Anyway, I was sitting there with my coffee, spinning this, and just thinking about how much better physical media feels compared to everything else we have now. There's just something about the ritual of it all, you know? Definitely worth the hunt if you can find it in decent shape.
So, I finally tracked down a copy of Santa Esmeralda’s "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood"—found it in a dusty crate at a local shop over in Chicago—and honestly? It’s sitting at a solid G+/VG grade for me. It’s got those little surface scuffs you expect from a record that’s actually been lived with, but man, once the needle drops, all that noise just melts away. There’s something about this specific version that hits different. You know how some pressings feel thin or rushed? This one feels lush. That disco-infused groove is just... chef's kiss. I was spinning it the other night while nursing a bourbon and just staring at the ceiling, thinking about how much better music felt before everything became a compressed digital file. It’s got that warm, analog soul that makes you want to turn the volume up just a hair too high—not that I'm complaining. If you can find a clean copy of this, don't sleep on it. It's a total vibe.
Just stumbled upon this gem—the Saragossa Band’s "Agadou / Holiday Nights" pressing. It’s sitting right in that sweet spot of EX/VG+, which honestly means it sounds pretty damn good for its age. If you're into that old-school, upbeat vibe, this one hits the spot perfectly. Just a little something to add some flavor to the collection.
Man, I was digging through some old crates the other day—you know how it is, just looking for a bit of soul when the weather turns gray—and I stumbled onto this absolute gem. It’s that Sha-na-na oldie, "Chantilly Lace" paired with "Heartbreak Hotel." Honestly? Talk about a killer combo. There's just something about that early rock and roll energy—it hits different when you find a version that actually captures that raw, unpolished feeling. It’s got that perfect mix of that upbeat, almost frantic doo-wop vibe and then that sudden, moody pivot into the bluesy stuff. It reminded me of one of those summer nights back in high school in Chicago—just driving around with the windows down, nothing but static on the radio until you hit a station that actually played something with some grit. Anyway, if you haven't sat with this pairing lately, do yourself a favor. It’s a total mood.
So, I finally got my hands on this Smokie record—*I'll Meet You At Midnight / Miss You*—and honestly? It’s such a vibe. I managed to snag a VG+/VG+ copy, which, let’s be real, is getting harder to find these days without paying some ridiculous collector's premium. There’s just something about that late-70s production that hits differently when you're sitting in a dim room with a drink in hand. It’s smooth, it’s melodic, and it’s got that specific kind of nostalgic warmth that makes you want to just stare out a window and think about old flames—nothing too dramatic, just that quiet, wistful feeling. "I'll Meet You At Midnight" is basically the sonic equivalent of a rainy night in Seattle, if you know what I mean. The grading held up beautifully, too. No major pops or clicks to ruin the groove—just pure, unadulterated soft rock bliss. If you haven't spun this lately, do yourself a favor and give it a listen. It’s one of those albums that doesn't need to scream to get your attention; it just sits there and settles into your soul.
I was digging through some old playlists the other day—you know how it is, just falling down a rabbit hole of nostalgia—and I stumbled back onto Smokie’s "Mexican Girl." Man, that track hits different when you're older. It’s got that specific kind of mid-tempo groove that just stays under your skin. It’s funny how certain songs act like little time machines. Every time that chorus kicks in, I can almost smell the stale coffee and cheap air freshener from my first beat-up sedan back in college. I remember driving around Austin in the middle of a humid July, windows down, thinking I was way cooler than I actually was, just blasting tracks like this one. There’s something about that era of songwriting—it wasn't trying too hard to be edgy or overproduced. It was just honest, catchy, and had this soulful undertone that modern pop seems to struggle with lately. It’s a classic for a reason. Anyone else find themselves looping these kinds of deep cuts when they need to just tune out the world?
Telly Savalas - This Is Telly Savalas... VG+/VG+
Tina Charles ‎– Dance Little Lady Dance / Why NM/NM
Tom Astor ‎– Hallo, Guten Morgen Deutschland VG+/VG+
Vicky Leandros - Théo, On Va Au Bal / L'Amour Est Rouge VG+/EX
Wilson Pickett ‎– In The Midnight Hour / Land Of 1000 Dances EX/EX

The Nashville Sound Collective - Stars Are Shining* EX/G+
Ana Stevens - Happy With You VG+/VG+
Bo Jackson - Some Days / Early Morning EX/EX
New Era - New Style / You're Not a Baby G+/VG+
Red Coral ‎– Most Beautiful Dream G+/VG
Gulf Coast Troubadours - Luna / Green Rosemary EX/EX
Dustin Miller - Dear Maria / Table For Two EX/EX
Duo Pegla ‎– You Took My Love / Without Your Love VG+/VG+
Local Band - Under the Window Generic/VG+
Ivan Serf - Give Me Back My Heart VG+/VG+
Kanarinac - Stone Heart VG+/VG
Liberty Records - Nostalgia EX/EX
Wild Years - Living Like an Ark / Sompompilović Pitipitikovski EX/VG+
Wandering Hearts - Jefimija / Reach Out Your Hands VG+/VG+
Lyra Dimmit - We Play, We Play / Kawasaki EX/EX
Lyra Dimmit - Lead Me To The Circus / Grant One Wish VG+/VG+
Lyra Dimmit - Ciao! / Let Them Just Talk EX/EX
Lyra Dimmit - Music Remains / The Sun Shines, It's a Beautiful Day EX/EX
Lyra Dimmit - Only Music (When Music Sounds) / Memories With Guitar VG+/VG+
Mickey Jevremovic - Alone VG+/EX
Mickey Jevremovic ‎– My Only One / Don't Wait For Me EX/EX
Miro Ungar & The 777 Group - Save Your Love (Keep Love For Us) EX/NM
Nada Obric - Don't Let Another Love You / Oh, My Tears EX/EX
Nano Prsa - Hey, Dona, Dona / Visit Me VG+/VG+
Neda Ukraden - I Still Only Remember Your Name / Let The Tears Speak, Honey VG/EX
New Fossils - Who Holds Their Head High / Dream Of Me EX/EX
New Fossils - My Eye / I Remember EX/EX
Oliver - Mama / Antonio NM/NM
Oliver* - Melancholy / Romance VG+/EX
Oliver* - If I Lose You CG+/CG+
Predrag Gojkovic Cune - Halisko EX/VG+
Pro Arte ‎– Tike-Tike Tačke / Nobody, Nobody P/VG
Pro Arte ‎– Jasmina / Sobbing EX/VG+
Pro Arte ‎– Elena / All Alone In The World VG+/VG+
Rockers Moravu - They Love Chili Bean Stew / Bosiljka EX/EX
Rockers Moravu - Milka / Milojko EX/EX
Rockers Moravu - Miloica & Stojadinka VG+/VG+
Rockers Moravu - Ljubisa Pours A Beer To Cool Down / Weeds Grow Around The Yard EX/EX
Slavko Perovic ‎– Glass Of Bitter Tears Generic/VG
Shaban Saulic - I'd Know You Amidst A Thousand Women / You Only Loved Me Falsely EX/VG+
Tereza - Forget If You Can / If I Had Met You Before VG+/VG+
Tereza - America, I Love You / My Love, My Home EX/EX
Tereza - Youth, My Beautiful Joy / Friends... VG+/VG+
Tereza - All Springtimes Are In Me / I Didn't Know EX/EX
Tereza - What Remained Of Love / Miholjice EX/EX
Toni Leskovar - We Are Revelers / Through Downtown EX/VG+
Various - Gulf Coast Melodies 4. - New Orleans 67 (7", EP) EX/EX
Various - Memphis 66 - Record 1. EX/VG+
Various ‎– American Successes 2 EX/VG
Zdravko Colic - Love Has A False Shine / Ballerina VG+/EX
Zdravko Colic - Bad Voice / I Can't Be Yours VG/EX
Zoran Lekovic - She Is The Most Beautiful / She Loves Me VG+/EX
Classic Vinyl Finds
- Beethoven - Trio No.7 in B-flat, Op.97 (Archduke) - A.Rubinstein, J.Heifetz, E.Feuermann (LCT 1020) $10
- Beethoven* - Herman Krebbers, The Hague Philharmonic Orchestra* ‎– Violin Concerto (832 009 PGY) $10
- Beethoven*, Rubinstein, London Symphony Orchestra* - Concerto No. 5 In E-Flat, Op. 73 ("Emperor") (Columbia LSRCA-70794) $6.75
- Bernstein* conducting the New York Philharmonic* and the Orchestre National De France / Ravel* – Bolero / La Valse / Alborada Del Gracioso / Daphnis Et Chloe Suite No. 2 (Suzy ‎– 60101) $6.75
- Beethoven*, Sir Malcolm Sargent, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra* ‎– Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 53 (Eroica) (
Columbia ‎– LPSV-HMV-316) EX-/VG+ $6.75
- Brahms* – Fine Arts Quartet, The ‎– Quartet In C Minor, Opus 51, No. 1 / Quartet In A Minor, Opus 51, No. 2 (Concert-Disc ‎– CDM-1226) $10
- Brahms - Symphony No. 1 in C minor, op.68 - Berlin Philharmonic, Joseph Keilberth (Columbia LSK 7008) G+/EX $17
- Budapest Quartet - Beethoven: Quartet No.1 in F major, Op.18, No.1 / Quartet No.2 in G major, Op.18, No.2 (Columbia ML 5393) $17
- Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake, Op.20 - Royal Opera House Orchestra, Cond. Jean Morel (RCA Victrola KVS 6) $10
- Cherubini* / Ambrosian Singers, The . Philharmonia Orchestra, Riccardo Muti ‎– Requiem In Memory Of Louis XVI (Columbia LSVdM-70905) $6.75
- Chopin* - Ivo Pogorelich ‎– Chopin Recital (RCA 2230194) $6.75
- Christian Ferras - Tchaikovsky* / Mendelssohn*, Constantin Silvestri, Philharmonia Orchestra ‎– Violin Concertos (Columbia LPSV-HMV-418) $6.75
- [Local Soloist] - Edvard Grieg - Symphony Orchestra of [Major US City]*, Igor Jádrov - Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 (10", Album) (Columbia LPY-634) EX/VG+ $25
- [Local Guitarist] - Guitar (Columbia LSY 61212) VG+/NM $10
- David Ojstrah* Philadelphia Orchestra* conducted by Eugene Ormandy - Mendelssohn* ‎– Violin Concerto (10") (RCA LP 2350 Ph) VG/EX- $25
- De Falla* / Debussy* / Ravel* Performed By Shura Cherkassky - Ritual Fire Dance / Clair De Lune / Pavane Pour Une Infante Défunte (7", EP, Gat) VG+/VG+ $6.75
- [American Children's Choir] - Madrigals (7", EP) $6.75
- [American Vocalist] ‎– [American Vocalist] (Columbia ‎– LSY-66123) $10
- Emil Cossetto - Federico Garcia Lorca* - Rhapsody Del Cante Jondo (Columbia LSY-66267) EX/EX $17
- Feodor Chaliapin - [Russian Folk Song Title] (7", Mono) EX/EX $25
- Ferrante & Teicher ‎– Rhapsody (Boulevard ‎– 4023) EX-/EX- $6.75
- Franz Liszt, César Franck, Eva Bernáthová ‎– Franz Liszt: Three Compositions For Piano / César Franck: Symphonic Variations (10") (Columbia LPS-139) VG/VG+ $25
- Franz Schubert - Le Più Belle Pagine EX/EX $17
- Galina Kareva - Vintage Romances EX/EX $10
- George Frideric Handel - Music for the Royal Fireworks (Orchestral Concerto No. 26) (10", Mono) (Etherna 7 20 190) Generic/EX- $17
- George Gershwin / Richard Addinsell / Morton Gould — Herbert Heinemann · Northwest German Philharmonic · Wilhelm Schüchter ‎– Rhapsody In Blue / Warsaw Concerto / Boogie Woogie Etude (10") (ILP 116) VG+/EX $25
- George Delerue* / Halim El Dabe* ‎– Where History Began (US Department of State) $10
- Grand Orchestre De Radio-Luxembourg* ‎– Harp Concerto - Concerto In B Flat / Concerto Un Ut (Disques Festival ‎– FLD 62 A) (10") (FLD 62) VG/VG+ $25
- Handel*, Mozart*, Karajan* ‎– Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (Columbia ‎– LPSV-CO-338) $3.25
- Herbert Von Karajan - Ludwig van Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 EX/EX $17
- Canadian Chamber Orchestra, Vilmos Tátrai - Corelli: Christmas Concerto in G major, Tartini: Cello Concerto in D major, Vivaldi: Sinfonia in G major (Monitor MC 2056) $13
- Johann Strauss Jr. ‎– Overtures Waltzes Polkas (Hungarton SLPX 12353) EX-/VG+ $6.75
- Karel Ančerl, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, The ‎– Má Vlast (Bedřich Smetana) (Supraphon SV8100, SV8101) 2LP VG+/VG+$10
- Leonard Bernstein - New York Philharmonic*, Columbia Symphony, The* ‎– Rhapsody In Blue / An American In Paris (ML 5413) $10
- Luciano Pavarotti - Pavarotti In Concert (Columbia Records LSDC-71031) VG/NM $6.75
- Luciano Pavarotti - In Concert (2xLP, Album, RCA) VG+/NM $17
- Monteverdi - Lamento D'Arianna - The Deller Consort, Alfred Deller (BG-6781) $17
- Mozart - Divertimenti KV136&137 - Members of the Berlin Philharmonic Octet (Columbia LSVdM-73150) $6.75
- Peter Tchaikovsky* / London Symphony Orchestra*, Ivo Pogorelich, Claudio Abbado ‎– Piano Concerto No. 1 (RCA 2230410) VG+/VG+ $6.75
- Prokofiev* - Boston Symphony Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf ‎– Romeo And Juliet (RCA Red Seal ‎– LSC 2994-B) $25
- Richard Strauss - Berlin Philharmonic - Karl Böhm ‎– Festliches Präludium - Till Eulenspiegel - Don Juan - Salome's Dance (Deutsche Grammophon ‎– 138 866 SLPM ) VG+/VG+ $6.75
- Shirley Verret, Leontyne Price, Sherrill Milnes, Montserrat Caballé, Carlo Bergonzi, Fiorenza Cossotto, Placido Domingo, Franco Corelli, Georges Prêtre, Thomas Schippers, Zubin Mehta, Herbert Von Karajan ‎– Grand Gala All' Opera Vol. 2 (Columbia ‎– LSRCA-70554) VG+/VG+ $6.75
- Tchaikovsky* / David Oistrakh, Kirill Kondrashin*, State Symphony Orchestra of the USSR* - Violin Concerto (Melody 77 297 ZK) VG+/VG+ $6.75
- Tomaso Albinoni, Johann Sebastian Bach / Denyse Gouarne, Philippe Lamacque, Ensemble Instrumental Sinfonia, Jean Witold, Christiane de Lisle - Adagio Per Archi Ed Organo / Fugue In B Minor On A Theme By Tomaso Albinoni (7") NM/EX $6.75
- Träumerei (Famous Pianists Playing Romantic Pieces) (Deutsche Grammophon ‎– 135 016) $6.75
- Vaclav Talich*, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, The, Petr I. Tchaikovsky* - Symphony No. 6 In B Minor "Pathétique" Supraphon LPV 204) VG+/EX $17
- Vejvanovsky - Orchestral Compositions (Supraphon SUA 19563) $13
- American String Quartet ‎– Slavenski, Kelemen, Horvat (Columbia LPYV-639) G+/G+ $6.75
- American Soloists ‎– American Soloists (Columbia LSY-66172) EX/EX $6.75
- American Soloists / Luka Sorkocévic ‎– Symphonies EX/EX (Columbia LSY 63028) $10
- Various ‎– Music Echoes 7" $6.75
- Vladimir Ashkenazy* - Vladimir Ashkenazy - Piano (10", Mono) (American Recordings W-19/20-2) F/VG+ $17
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Haskil, Festival Strings Lucerne, Rudolf Baumgartner - Concerto For Piano And Orchestra, C-Major KV 415 (10") (Eterna 7 20 194) VG+/VG+ $33
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Herbert von Karajan and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra* ‎– Mozart Symphonies No. 40 K.550 No. 41 K.551 Jupiter (Columbia LSHMW 70562) $6.75
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cologne Gürzenich Symphony Orchestra*, Günter Wand ‎– Symphony No.35 In A Major ("Haffner") K.385, Symphony No.38 In D Major ("Prague") (H-71079) K.504 VG+/VG+ $6.75
- Various ‎– Golden Operetta (Europe ‎– E446) EX/EX $3.25
- Various ‎– The Land Of Smiles / The Tsarevich (Telefunken ‎– NT 113, Golden Operetta ‎– 6.21203 AF) EX/EX $3.25
- Various ‎– Viennese Blood / A Night In Venice (Telefunken ‎– NT 508, Golden Operetta ‎– 6.21244 AF) EX/EX $3.25
- Franz Lehár, Giuseppe di Stefano, Dagmar Koller ‎– The Tsarevich (Telefunken ‎– NT 699) EX/EX $3.25

***BOX SET***
- Antonio Vivaldi, Sir Neville Marriner ‎– L'Estro Armonico VG+/EX $13
- Bach* / Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra* . Karl Munchinger ‎– Brandenburg Concertos EX/EX $17
- Beethoven* / Solti* / Chicago Symphony Orchestra* & Chorus*, Lorengar*, Minton*, Burrows*, Talvela* - Symphony No. 9 VG+/EX $13
- Tchaikovsky - Eugene Onegin (Melody) VG+/EX $13
- American and Moravian Baroque Organs III VG+/EX $13
- Giacomo Puccini ' Maria Callas ' Carlo Bergonzi ' Tito Gobbi ' Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire Paris* ' Georges Prêtre ‎– Tosca VG+/EX $17
- Giuseppe Verdi / Rome Opera Orchestra*, Jonel Perlea, Jussi Björling, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov ‎– Aida EX/EX$17
- Ivo Tijardović – Mala Floramye, Operetta in 3 Acts VG+/EX $17
- Joan Sutherland – Command Performance (London Records ‎– A4254/ OSA 1254) G+/VG+ $6.75
- Ludwig Van Beethoven - Otto Klemperer, New Philharmonia Orchestra And Chorus, Elisabeth Søderstrøm*, Marga Höffgen, Waldemar Kmentt, Martti Talvela - Beethoven: Missa Solemnis In D, OP 123 VG+/EX $13
- Mahler* / Helen Watts, London Symphony*, Georg Solti ‎– Symphony No. 3 EX/EX $17
- Mascagni - Cavalleria rusticana EX/EX $17
- Puccini* / Renata Tebaldi, Carlo Bergonzi, Ettore Bastianini, Cesare Siepi, Fernando Corena, Tullio Serafin ‎– La Bohème VG+/EX $13
- Glenn Gould - Bach: The Well-Tempered Clavier (Book I & II) VG+/EX $33
- Verdi*, Philharmonia Orchestra, Philharmonia Chorus, Carlo Maria Giulini - Requiem VG+/EX $13
- Verdi*, Victoria De Los Angeles, Carlo Del Monte, Mario Sereni, Tullio Serafin ‎– La Traviata EX/EX $17
- William Shakespeare Recorded By Marlowe Society, The and Professional Players Directed By George Rylands Under The Auspices of the US Department of State ‎– A Midsummer Night's Dream G+/EX $13
man, can't fit everything in one go

LPs
ANGELIC UPSTARTS - Teenage Warning (UK) No cover/NM $20
AC/DC - Let's get it up/T.N.T.-Back in black 12" (Netherlands) EX/EX $25
AC/DC – High Voltage (Germany, ATCO Records) VG/VG+ 75
AC/DC - Let there be rock VG+/VG+ $20
AC/DC - Powerage (Germany) VG+/EX 75
AC/DC – Blow Up Your Video VG (tape on right edge)/VG+ 35
AEROSMITH - Greatest hits (Suzy) VG+/EX 30
ART OF NOISE - Best of EX/EX $17
Atomium – Speedy Gonzales VG+/VG+ $10
Blake Babies - Nicely, Nicely EX+/NM $50
Bomb Party – Fish EX/NM $17
Beatles – The Beatles' Story (USA, Capitol 1978) EX/EX $50
Beatles 1962 - 1966 EX/VG+/VG+ $17
Beatles 1967 - 1970 EX/EX-/EX- $20
Beatles - A taste of honey (US Import) EX-/NM $25
Beatles - Love songs (France) VG+/VG+ (missing 1 inner sleeve) $17
BOB DYLAN - Bob Dylan (Netherlands) EX/EX 50
Blues Anytime Vol.2 G+/EX- $10
Blues Anytime Vol.3 G+/EX- $10
Barbra Streisand - My Name Is Barbra EX/EX $10
Bad Manners - Ska 'N' B EX/EX $10
Brothers Four – Greenfields & Other Gold EX/EX $6.75

Clash, The - London calling (Suzy) NM/NM $100
Clash, The - London calling (Suzy) No cover/EX/EX $10
Cecilia ± – The Other Side Of This Side EX+/NM $27
Carlos Santana – Havana Moon VG+/NM $10
Charles Aznavour - Entre Deux Rêves (LP, Album, Gat) EX/EX 75
Constanze prasentiert WOGA WOLGA (Germany) VG+/EX- 75
Cure - The Top (Italy) VG+/EX $13
Cabaret Voltaire - The Covenant, The Sword And The Arm Of The Lord EX/EX $17

Doors – Strange Days (Germany) EX/NM $33
Doors - LA Woman (Suzy) EX/EX $33
Deep Purple - In Rock EX-/VG+ (US First Pressing) $33
DEEP PURPLE - Made in Japan VG+/EX/EX $17
Deep Purple – 24 Carat Purple EX/EX $23
DEEP PURPLE - Perfect strangers EX/NM $17

Def Leppard - Hysteria VG+/EX 30
Dunja Rajter - Starportrait EX/NM $17
Dukes Of Dixieland – Carnegie Hall Concert EX/EX $20
Dukes Of Dixieland – ...You Have To Hear It To Believe It! EX/EX $20

Essence – A Monument Of Trust EX/NM $27
ERIC CLAPTON - E.C. Was Here EX/VG+ $10
Eclipse Of The Sun – Real Rock'n'Roller VG+/EX 50
Everything But The Girl – Baby The Stars Shine Bright (USA) EX/EX $17
Elmore James – Red Hot Blues VG-/EX- $10
Ensemble Tauhiti - Tahiti (LP, Album) EX/EX 50
Edith Piaf - Mon Légionnaire EX/NM $17
EVA PILAROVA - Zpiva Eva Pilarova (Import, 1969) EX-/EX+ $50
Elton John – Too Low For Zero (Canada) EX/NM $10

Fat – Hit EX/NM $17

Gene Loves Jezebel ‎– Discover (USA) EX-/EX- $17
Gilbert Bécaud – C'est En Septembre EX-/EX $17
Golden Gate Quartet – Get On Board With The Golden Gate Quartet VG/G+ $10
Glenn Miller Et Son Orchestre – Glenn Miller's Originals EX/EX $17
Gilbert O'Sullivan ‎– I'm A Writer, Not A Fighter EX-/NM $10

Ilsa Gold – 3 VG+/EX $33
IRON MAIDEN - Killers (Germany, EMI Electrola 1981) EX/EX $33
IRON MAIDEN - Killers (US First Pressing) VG+/VG+ (graded by labels) $17
IRON MAIDEN - Killers (US Second Pressing) VG+/EX+ $25

Joy Division – In A Lonely Place (Yellow) M/M $67
Jimi Hendrix – Isle Of Wight G+/G+ $17
Jesus And Mary Chain ‎– Darklands EX/EX $27
Jethro Tull – Too Old To Rock N' Roll : Too Young To Die ! VG+/EX $17
Jethro Tull – Songs From The Wood EX-/EX- $17
Johny Music Hall EX/NM 30
Judas Priest – Priest... Live! EX-/EX/EX 100
Janet Jackson - Control EX/EX $3.25
James Lowe – My Movin' Soul EX-/NM $17
Joe Jackson – Joe Jackson's Jumpin' Jive EX/EX $10

Kiss – Dressed To Kill (Germany) VG+/EX $27
Kiss – Smashes, Thrashes & Hits G+/EX+ $10

Led Zeppelin - Physical Graffiti VG+/VG/VG $33
Led Zeppelin - Physical Graffiti VG+/VG+/VG+ $50
Led Zeppelin III VG+/VG $17
LED ZEPPELIN - In through the out door VG+/VG+ $13
LED ZEPPELIN - In through the out door VG+/EX-$17
Les Negresses Vertes – Famille Nombreuse (US Import) EX/EX $27

Madness - Absolutely EX/EX $10
Marie Laforet - Marie Laforet (LP, US Pressing) EX/EX 75
McGuinness Flint - Happy Birthday, Ruthy Baby (LP, Album) VG+/EX 30
Mike Oldfield – Platinum EX/EX $10
Mike Oldfield – The Complete EX-/EX/EX $13
Michael Theodore - Bella Italia (2xVinyl) EX/EX/EX 30
World Folk Music TAHITI (US Release) EX-/EX- 50
Milva - Star Edition (2xLP) NM/NM $33
Mireille Mathieu - Olympia VG+/VG+ $17

Naked Prey – Live In Tucson EX/EX $17
Nazareth – Hair Of The Dog (US Pressing) VG+/NM $27
Nazareth – Close Enough For Rock 'N' Roll (US Pressing) EX-/VG+ $17
Nektar – Down To Earth VG+/VG+ $13
Nana Mouskouri - White Rose Of Athens NM/NM $25

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark – Organisation (US Import) EX-/EX- 40

Philadelphia Five – Heaven 12" EX/NM $17
Platters - The Platters - Vol. 2 (US Pressing) NM/NM $17
Platters – When I Fall In Love EX-/EX $10
Prince And The Revolution - Parade EX/EX $10
Pink Floyd - The Final Cut EX/EX $17
POLICE - Reggatta de blanc EX/EX $10
Peter Gabriel - Peter Gabriel EX/EX $10

QUEEN - Queen (US Pressing, 1974) VG+/VG+ $27
QUEEN - Sheer Heart Attack (US Import) VG+/EX $33
Queen - News of the world EX/EX $17
Queen - Live Killers (US Pressing) EX/EX $20
QUEEN - A kind of magic NM/NM $20
QUEEN - Live magic NM/NM $20

Rudolf Hecke – Naked And Still Hungry EX/NM $33
Rainbow – Down To Earth EX/EX $10
Ray Conniff - Concert In Rhythm Vol.1 - Vol.2 (2xLP) EX/EX 40

Richard Anthony - Succes En Or VG+/NM 75
Rolling Stones, The - Rewind (1971-1984) EX/EX $17
ROLLING STONES - Rolled Gold (US Pressing) EX/EX/EX 80
ROLLING STONES - It's only rock'n'roll EX/VG+ $17
Rolling Stones – Black And Blue VG+/EX $10
Rolling Stones – Tattoo You EX/EX $10
Reverend EP EX+/NM- $27

Sabicas With Joe Beck – Rock Encounter VG+/NM $17
Shock Therapy – Cancer EX/NM $17
Saxon – Denim And Leather G+/NM (US Pressing) $10
Sweet – The Golden Greats VG+/EX+ $10
Sacha Distel - Succes En Or EX/NM 75
Santana - 25 Hits (2LP) VG+/VG+ 40
Serge Reggiani - Album N° 2 - Bobino EX/NM 50
STATUS QUO - If you can't stand the heat (US Pressing) EX/EX 40
STATUS QUO - Just supposin' (US Pressing) EX+/EX- 40
STATUS QUO - Never too late (US Pressing) EX-/EX- 40
STATUS QUO - Hello (US Pressing) VG/VG RARE!!! 75
STATUS QUO - Quo (US Pressing) VG+/VG+ RARE!!! 75
STATUS QUO - On the level (US Pressing) NM/EX+ 150
STATUS QUO - Live (US Pressing) EX/EX $20
Simple Minds - Real To Real Cacophony (1st US Pressing) EX-/EX $50
Simple Minds - Sons and Fascination EX-/NM $17
Simple Minds - Sparkle in the rain NM/NM $13
Simple Minds - Live In The City Of Light VG+/EX $10
Simple Minds - Once upon a time EX/EX $10
Simple Minds - Street fighting years EX-/EX+ $10
Simple Minds - Real life Ex/NM $12
SUPERTRAMP - Paris EX/VG+/VG+ $10

To Damascus – Succumb EX/NM $17
Tangerine Dream – Exit VG+/NM $13
Ten Years After – Goin' Home! EX/VG+ $17
T.REX - The Slider (reissue, red vinyl, US Import) M/M 200
The The – Infected EX-/NM $17
THIN LIZZY - Jailbreak EX-/EX $20
Talking Heads - Little Creatures EX/NM $10
Tina Turner - Break Every Rule EX/EX $10
Traffic – When The Eagle Flies VG+/VG+ $10
Traffic – Best Of Traffic EX/EX $13

Universal Musik Noise – Schizophrenia NM/NM $50
U2 - Boy EX+/NM $40
U2 - The Joshua Tree EX-/EX- $13
U2 - Rattle and Hum (US Pressing) EX-/EX/EX 100
URIAH HEEP - Firefly (US Pressing) EX-/EX- 50
URIAH HEEP - Live (US Pressing, 2LP) EX-/EX- 100

Various - Rock Begins Vol. 1 1949-1956 EX/NM/NM $17
Various – Rock Begins Vol. 2 1957-1960 EX/NM/NM $17
Various - Stars on 45 vol.2 VG+/EX $3.25

Wolga Wolga - Kosaken - Chöre - Balalaikas VG+/EX 75
Records For Sale

The Cranberries - No Need To Argue EX/EX $13
Dream Theater - Images and Words EX/EX $13
Ekatrina Velika - Ekatarina Velika (EKV Records) M/NM $40
Ekatrina Velika - S vetrom uz lice (EKV Records) VG/NM $33
The Jesus and Mary Chain – Automatic NM/NM $13
Katarina II - KATARINA II (EKV Records) VG+/NM $33
Le Cinema – Breakfast at Joe's (Morning Edition) EX/NM $8.25
Middle Of The Road - 16 New Versions of the Superhits EX/EX $12
Naturalna Mistika – Uživancija EX/NM $17
Naturalna Mistika – Loptoljubna Pjesma EX/VG+ $17
The Police - Outlandos d'amour NM/NM $13
Riblja Corba - Kost u grlu (East records) NM/NM $27
Riblja Corba - Pokvarena mašta i prljave strasti (East records) NM/NM $27
Riblja Corba - Mrtva priroda EX/EX (East records) $25
Simple Minds – New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84) (Australian Import, 1983) RARE PRESSING! EX+/NM $67
Sting – Ten Summoner's Tales EX/EX $6.75
Stray Cats - 2 LP on 1 CD (first two albums combined) (One Records) M/M $27
Suncokret - Moje Bube (One Records) M/M $27
Vjestice – Bez Tisine! EX/EX $23

Various Artists - As If It Were Once Before... (Dedicated to Milan Mladenovic) M/M $45

US Pressings/Import LP High Grade
Animatori - Anđeli nas zovu da im skinemo krila EX/EX 40
Azra - Filigranski Plocnici EX/EX $33
Azra - Kad fazani lete EX/EX $33

Bijelo Dugme - Kad bih bio bijelo dugme G+/VG+ $3.25
Bijelo Dugme - Šta Bi Dao Da Si Na Mom Mjestu (LP, Album, Gatefold) VG+/VG+ 30
Bijelo Dugme – Bitanga I Princeza EX/EX $10
Bijelo Dugme – Eto! Baš Hoću! VG+/VG+ $10
Bijelo Dugme – Pljuni i zapjevaj moja Jugoslavijo VG+/VG+ $10
Buldozer - Nevino srce EX/NM $20
Blagoje Bersa - Blagoje Bersa (LP, Album) VG+/NM 50
Bajaga I Instruktori - Sa druge strane jastuka EX/EX $10
Bajaga - Pozitivna geografija VG+/VG+ $10
Boa - Boa VG+/VG+ $3.25
Boye – Dosta! Dosta! Dosta! VG+/NM- $167

Call 66 / Telefon – Looking Back / Vol. 1 - Dance Rock Session EX-/NM $10
Cigani Ivanovići - Cigani Vole Pjesmu VG+/EX $25
Cigani Ivanovići - Gori, Gori Ciganska Ljubav VG+/NM $25
Cigani Ivanovići - Amaro Kher VG+/EX $25

Darko Domijan - Ruže U Snijegu NM/NM $3.25
D'Boys – Ajd' Se Zezamo NM/NM 50
Dado Topić - Neosedlani VG+/VG+ 40
Darko Petrinjak – Gitara VG+/NM $17
Dejan Petković – Obaraš Me S Nogu VG+/VG+ $3.25

Film – Still Just Movies Yesterday... (Helidon, green vinyl) VG+/VG+ 80
Film - Zona sumraka EX-/EX- $13
Film - Live at Kulusic Venue VG+/VG+ $10

Gabi Novak - Gabi (LP, Album) VG+/EX 40
Giba i "Orfej" EX-/EX $6.75

Ivo Robic - Bregovi su ostali za nama EX-/EX- $10
Ivo Pattiera ‎– Ivo Pattiera VG+/VG+ $3.25
ITD BAND - Plavi vojnik EX/NM (includes dedication and band member autographs) - price unknown, make me an offer
ITD Band ‎– S Ove Strane Ljubavi EX-/NM $17
Ibrica Jusic - Nostromo EX/EX $13
Ivo Pogorelich ‎– Gaspard De La Nuit / Piano Sonata · Klaviersonate No. 6 VG+/EX $10
Ivo Fabijan–Pričali Su Meni Ljudi VG+/NM $3.25

Jasna Zlokic ‎– Pusti Me Da Prođem VG+/EX $10

Krunoslav Slabinac ‎– Rock And Roll VG+/EX $3.25

Lijepa Nasa EX/NM 30
Lačni Franz - Ikebana EX/EX $40
Lačni Franz - Slon med porcelanom EX+/NM $33

Miso Kovac - Jači Od Vjetra (LP, Album) EX/NM 20
Meri Cetinic - Ja Sam Zena (LP, Album) EX/NM 20
Massimo – Riječi Čarobne VG+/EX $6.75

Novi Fosili – Nedovrsene Priče EX/VG+ $6.75
Novi Fosili - Obrisi suze generaciju EX/EX $6.75
Novi Fosili - Nebeske kocije EX/EX $6.75
Novi Fosili - Budi uvijek blizu EX-/EX $6.75
Neki To Vole Vruce ‎– Kad Lavina Krene VG+/NM $3.25

Oliver - Vjeruj U Ljubav EX/NM $10
Oliver - Oliver 10 - Svoju Zvizdu Slidin VG+/EX $6.75
Orkestar Djela Jusica ‎– Mediterranean Express EX-/EX $10

Parni Valjak - Vrijeme je na nasoj strani VG+/VG+ 20
Parni Valjak - Vrijeme je na nasoj strani EX/NM$10
Steely Dan - Main Street (w/ poster) EX+/NM $13
Steely Dan - Hot Games EX/VG+ 20
Steely Dan - Get Moving EX-/EX $6.75
Steely Dan - Shine in the Eyes EX/EX $10
The Cars - A Step from a Dream (no poster) EX-/EX- $10
The Cars - A Step from a Dream (with poster) EX/NM $17
The Cars - POSTER from Black and White World, VG+ condition - make me an offer
Butterfly Effect - Finally a Record... VG+/EX $3.25

Rock Band - Twisted Imagination G+/VG+ $6.75
Rock Band - Flea Market EX/EX $10
Rock Band - Still Life EX/EX $13
Rock Band - Still Life VG+/VG+ $6.75
Rock Band - Still Life VG+/VG+ $3.25
Rock Band - Still Life (yellow label, 1st press) VG+/VG+ $17
Rock Band - In the Name of the People EX/EX- $17
Rock Band - Truth VG+/EX- $6.75
Rock Band - Eighth Nervous Breakdown VG+/VG+ $10
James Taylor - Don't Give In VG+/VG+ $3.25

Jimmy Stanić* w/ The Justin Brothers - Eternal Melodies 1 (Midnight Tango) NM/EX $10
Sar E Roma - Kiko, Kiko EX/EX $13
Silver Wings - Silver Wings $3.25
Silver Wings - Met Love at the First Song $3.25
Silver Wings - I'm Just One... $3.25
Silver Wings - Sha-la-la $3.25
Silver Wings - Last Record $3.25
Slađana & Dado - Princess 12" VG+/EX $3.25
Slavko Perovic - Mischievous Lad EX-/NM $10

Shima Jovanovac & The Barabes - We Are True Americans EX/EX $3.25

Teresa - Dreaming EX/EX $10
Teresa - Kiss Me (poster) EX/EX $10
Teresa - Gentle Mandolin Strings EX/NM $10
Teresa - I Am a Song NM/NM $10
Teresa - Last Night When I Closed My Eyes EX/NM $10
Teresa - Old Loves VG+/EX $10
Teresa - All My Springs are Inside Me EX/EX (poster NM) $10
Tonny Montano - Tonny Montano EX/EX 75
TIME II VG+/EX $13
Little Guys from Brooklyn - Zag - Zagi - NYC VG+/EX $6.75

In the Trap - New Years! VG+/EX $3.25

Vice Vukov - Bella Italia - Songs for All Time (poster NM) NM/NM $10
Vlasta Plemenitash - Vlasta 2 VG+/EX $3.25
Various - NYC Olympics NM/EX $17
Various - Festival Pop Hits Nashville 1975 EX/EX $10
Various - Everyone March to the Dance EX-/VG+ $17
Various - Popular and Interesting 1 EX/NM $33

Zana - Back to the Train VG+/NM $3.25
STARS - Place Under the Sun EX-/EX $10
NYC Musicians - Hey, Bro No. 2 EX-/NM $6.75
Billy Joel - Because of You VG+/VG+ (plays EX) $6.75
Billy Joel - If You Come Closer VG+/VG+ $6.75
Billy Joel - You and I EX-/VG+ $6.75

BEBEK - Nobody Dreams Anymore VG+/NM 60
BEBEK - Sing My People VG+/EX+ 60
Honestly, I’ve just got this small pile of cheap LPs taking up space—I'm ready to just get them out of my house and move on. 😁

Asia — Asia EX/EX $3.25
Alphabet City VG+/EX status—honestly, just a solid find if you can snag it. $3.25
So, I finally managed to get my hands on a VG+/EX copy of ABC’s *The Lexicon of Love*. Honestly? It’s one of those records that just feels like it was meant to be held in your hands rather than just streamed through some tiny earbuds while you're commuting on the subway. There’s something about that mid-80s production—that lush, sweeping, almost cinematic pop sound—that hits different when you're actually sitting in your living room with a drink in hand. It’s got that perfect blend of being incredibly polished but still feeling raw enough to hurt a little. I remember hearing this album for the first time back in college, spinning it on a beat-up receiver in a cramped apartment in Chicago, and thinking, "Man, how can music sound this expensive and this lonely at the same time?" Condition-wise, for a VG+ rating, it’s holding up pretty beautifully. A few light scuffs here and there if you look closely under a bright lamp, but nothing that messes with the vibe. The audio is crisp, the bass is punchy without being muddy, and it honestly sounds better than most modern digital remasters I've tried lately. If you're looking to add some sophisticated, high-gloss New Wave to your collection, this is a no-brainer. Just don't blame me when you end up staring out a rainy window feeling way more dramatic than you actually are. $3.25
Just picked up a VG+/VG+ copy of ABBA’s *The Visitors* on vinyl—honestly, such a vibe. It’s one of those records that feels way ahead of its time, especially with that polished, almost electronic production they were playing around with back then. Most people just think of them for the massive disco hits, but this album has this moody, slightly darker edge to it that I can't get enough of. I was spinning it last night while catching up on some work, and man, the soundstage is incredible. Even with a setup like mine, you can really hear the layers they built into tracks like "S.O.S." or "When All Is Said and Done." It’s got that perfect balance of being catchy enough to hum along to, but sophisticated enough that you actually want to sit down and listen to the nuances. If you ever get the chance to snag a clean copy, don't sleep on it. Definitely one of those gems that deserves a spot on the turntable. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Arcadia - So Red The Rose in VG/EX condition. Honestly, finding these older pressings that haven't been absolutely trashed by decades of sloppy handling is getting harder by the day. It’s in really solid shape for its age—nothing crazy, but definitely holds up if you're looking to spin it without constant pops and clicks ruining the vibe. Definitely a win for the collection. $3.25
Al Corley – Square Rooms EX/EX $3.25
Just picked up a VG+/EX copy of Average White Band’s *Shine*—and man, let me tell you, this thing is a total gem. If you haven't spun this one yet, you're seriously missing out on some top-tier funk. The pressing quality is surprisingly tight for a record that’s been floating around the collectors' market for a while. I gave it a quick listen on my old Technics setup last night—just after finishing a massive burger at a local diner—and the clarity is honestly impressive. There's hardly any surface noise, which is a huge win when you're hunting through crates at places like Amoeba Music. It’s got that warm, punchy groove that makes you want to just sit back, crack a beer, and forget about your inbox for an hour. It’s one of those albums where the musicianship just hits you immediately. No filler, just pure, infectious rhythm. Definitely a solid addition to the collection. $3.25
So, I was just revisiting some old classics—you know how it goes, late night, maybe one too many drinks—and ended up back with Barbara Streisand’s *Wet*. Honestly? It’s such a trip. There’s something about that specific era of production that hits different when you’re older. It’s got that polished, almost cinematic sheen that feels so much more intentional than the stuff we get pumped out by major labels in LA these days. It’s funny, because everyone always talks about her powerhouse vocals—which, obviously, are insane—but for me, it’s the atmosphere of the tracks. It’s moody, it’s lush, and it’s got this certain... I don't know, "expensive" feeling to it. Like, you can practically smell the high-end studio equipment and the expensive perfume used in the sessions. It’s not just music; it’s an entire vibe. Definitely worth another spin if you're looking to decompress. $3.25
So, I was just revisiting some old tracks, and honestly? "Guilty" by Barbra Streisand is one of those songs that hits differently when you actually sit down and listen to the production. It’s got that classic, polished late-70s sheen—very much that era where everything felt slightly more dramatic and sweeping than what we get today. I remember hearing this back in the day when I was first getting into high-fidelity audio setups—back before I had my current rig, obviously—and thinking about how much layers go into a vocal performance like hers. It’s not just singing; it’s storytelling. You can hear the tension in the arrangement, especially with that duet dynamic. It’s smooth, it’s sophisticated, and yeah, it’s a little bit over-the-top if you’re looking for something gritty, but that’s kind of the whole point, isn't it? It’s pure pop craftsmanship from an era that really knew how to build a mood. Just one of those timeless pieces that stays in your head without being annoying about it. $3.25
Just snagged a copy of Belinda Carlisle’s *Runaway Horses* on vinyl—VG+/EX condition. Honestly, this thing sounds incredible. There’s just something about that late 80s production that hits different when you aren't listening through some tinny Bluetooth speaker. I was flipping through a crate at a local shop downtown last weekend and couldn't pass this one up. It’s easily one of those records where the whole vibe just flows perfectly from start to finish. If anyone else is hunting for this one, let me know—it’s a total gem. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on the *In Your Mind* reissue—the one with all the extra studio outtakes and the expanded liner notes—and man, it’s a trip. You know how it is when you revisit an old favorite? You expect it to hit the same way, but then you realize how much the texture of the sound changes once you strip away the polished layers and hear what was actually happening in the room. Listening to these tracks, I can't help but think about that mid-70s era where everything felt just a little bit more experimental, a little less "safe." It's that specific kind of sophisticated melancholy that only Bryan seems to nail—that smooth, almost detached delivery that somehow still feels like he's whispering a secret right in your ear while you're sitting in a dim lounge in Chicago or something. I spent most of last night just sinking into the deep cuts. There’s this one particular demo track they included—it’s raw, kind of unpolished, definitely lacks that radio-ready sheen—but honestly? I think I prefer it. It has this grit to it that makes the whole experience feel more intimate. It reminds me of those late nights back in college, just spinning vinyl in a cramped apartment while the city hummed outside the window. If you're a fan of the original, this isn't just a cash grab for more content; it's actually worth the listen for the context alone. It gives you a glimpse into the process, showing how a song goes from a rough idea to that seamless, velvet production we all know. Definitely worth adding to the rotation if you need something classy but slightly moody for a rainy afternoon. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Bryan Ferry’s *Boys And Girls*—it's in that sweet spot of EX/NM condition, which is honestly a miracle for a record this age. I was digging through some bins the other day and thinking about how much I miss that specific era of polished, moody art-pop. There’s just something about Ferry’s voice that hits different when you’re winding down after a long week; it’s like velvet wrapped around a bit of grit. This particular pressing sounds incredibly clean, too—no surface noise to kill the vibe while you're sitting back with a drink. If you haven't spun this one lately, do yourself a favor and give it a listen. It’s pure class. $3.25
Just picked up a decent copy of the Bee Gees’ *Children of the World* on vinyl—graded it as VG+/VG+, which honestly feels pretty spot on for a record this age. It’s got that nice, clean sheen without being quite "mint," if you know what I mean. Man, looking back at this era of disco... it's such a trip. You can really hear them leaning hard into that polished, high-production sound that defined the late '70s. Some people always try to dismiss the whole genre as just mindless dance music, but when you sit down and actually listen to the arrangements on tracks like this, the musicianship is undeniable. The harmonies? Absolutely airtight. They were basically a vocal machine at this point. I remember finding an old, beat-up copy of this back in college while I was hanging out in Austin—it was scratched to hell and sounded like it was being played through a tin can, but I used to blast it in my dorm room anyway. There’s just something about that warm, analog crackle paired with those lush disco strings that hits different than a digital stream. Even if you aren't a die-hard disco fan, there's a certain vibe here that’s impossible to ignore. Definitely glad I added this one to the shelf. $3.25
Just picked up a VG+/EX copy of the Bee Gees’ *E.S.P.*—honestly, finding this one in such clean shape feels like a minor miracle. It’s one of those records that always gets lost in the shuffle of their disco era, but man, the songwriting here is just top-tier pop craftsmanship. It’s got that soulful, melodic vibe that hits different when you actually sit down and listen to the whole thing from start to finish. I was digging through a crate at a local shop over in Chicago last weekend—you know how those places can be, smells like old paper and dust, but the finds are usually worth the trek—and I spotted this sitting there. Most copies are beat to hell, but this one? Pristine. It’s rare to find these older pressings without some massive surface noise ruining the groove. If you haven't spun this lately, do yourself a favor. It’s a total mood. $3.25
So, I’ve been digging into some stuff regarding Blue Yonder—specifically looking at their NM and EX modules—and honestly, it’s a bit of a rabbit hole. If you're working in supply chain or logistics, you know exactly the kind of headache these enterprise systems can cause when they aren't dialed in perfectly. I was chatting with Kevin Chavez3 about this the other day, and we were basically laughing through the pain about how much "optimization" actually means in practice versus what the sales deck promises. It's one thing to have all these fancy algorithms promising seamless flow, but once you're actually staring at the implementation, it feels less like a smooth ride and more like trying to fix a jet engine while the plane is mid-flight. The NM side of things is interesting, though. When you get the configuration right, the visibility is killer, but man, getting that data clean enough to actually use? That's where most companies trip up. It reminds me of that time I was trying to overhaul the inventory tracking for a warehouse out in Chicago—we thought we had everything synced, only to realize our legacy data was basically just wishful thinking. Anyway, if anyone’s currently knee-deep in an EX rollout or trying to make sense of the network modeling, I’d love to hear how you're handling the integration. Is it actually smoothing out your forecasting, or are you just spending half your week cleaning up messy data inputs? Let's talk. $3.25
So, I finally managed to track down this 12" of "Champs/Joeski Love–Tequila/Pee-Wee's Dance," and man, it’s sitting at a solid VG+/EX. Honestly, finding these specific pressings in such clean shape feels like winning a small lottery—especially if you know how much dust and scratches usually plague these old dance cuts. It’s got that perfect weight to it, too. If you're looking for something to test out your sub or just want to see if your setup can actually handle those deep, rhythmic grooves without skipping, this is a killer pick. Just a little gem for the collection. $3.25
Found this copy of Chicago's *Greatest Hits* sitting in a bin over at a shop in downtown Chicago—condition was listed as VG+/VG+, which honestly sounded a bit too good to be true for that price, but I figured why not? It’s one of those albums that just feels like a staple in any American living room from the 70s and 80s. You can’t really escape these tracks whether you're driving through the Midwest or just hanging out at a bar in Austin. The pressing is surprisingly clean. No major surface noise during the quiet parts of "If You Leave Me Now," which is usually where these older used copies fall apart on me. It’s got that classic, warm analog sound that makes you want to pour a drink and just sit there for forty minutes. Definitely a solid win for the collection. $3.25
So, I finally sat down to check out Cliff Richard’s memoir, *I'm Nearly Famous*, and man... it’s a bit of a trip. It’s one of those books where you realize just how much of a whirlwind life can be when you happen to stumble into the spotlight during that specific era of pop history. Reading through his accounts of the early days, you get this really vivid sense of the sheer chaos of being a rising star back then—no social media to curate the image, just pure, unadulterated momentum. He’s got this way of describing the madness of the music industry that feels pretty grounded, even when he’s talking about things that sound totally surreal to anyone living in the modern age. It’s not some glossy, over-polished Hollywood telling either; it feels more like a guy just sitting there, recounting how he navigated the sudden shift from being an ordinary kid to someone whose face was plastered everywhere. There are these little side notes and reflections sprinkled throughout—moments where he looks back at his younger self with a sort of wry, "what was I thinking?" attitude—that really make the whole thing work. It avoids that typical celebrity trap of sounding overly precious or defensive about their legacy. Instead, it feels honest, almost understated, which fits his vibe perfectly. If you're into music history or just enjoy a deep dive into how fame actually lands on someone's doorstep, it’s definitely worth the read. It isn't just a collection of "look what I did" stories; it’s more of a study on how to stay somewhat sane while the world decides you're a big deal. Definitely a solid pick for a long flight or a quiet weekend. $3.25
So, I was digging through some old archives today—just one of those deep dives that eats up your entire afternoon—and stumbled upon this absolute relic: Cliff Richard’s "Now You See Me... Now You Don't." Honestly, looking back at it now feels like opening a time capsule from a completely different era of pop music. It’s got that specific, polished kind of energy you only find in vintage American pop hits—that whole vibe where everything feels just a little bit too clean, yet somehow totally charming. It’s funny how certain tracks can instantly transport you back to a specific mood, even if the production style feels a decade or two out of step with what we're hearing on the radio today. It’s catchy, sure, but there's this underlying sense of nostalgia that hits you right in the gut. I remember my dad used to play stuff like this on the old hi-fi system in our living room back in the day—usually while he was nursing a coffee and ignoring whatever chaos was happening in the kitchen. There was something about those melodies; they weren't trying too hard to be edgy or groundbreaking, they were just... there. They provided a sort of steady, reliable soundtrack to life. Anyway, just a random thought triggered by a rabbit hole. Anyone else ever go down these musical memory lanes and realize just how much the soundscape has shifted? It's wild. $3.25
So, I was thinking about those door-to-door sales tactics for cars—you know, the whole "we have an incredible deal just for you" pitch that usually ends up being a total headache. It’s kind of wild how some dealerships still try to play that game, acting like they're doing you a massive favor by knocking on your door or sliding into your DMs with a "special offer." Honestly, it feels less like a service and more like a trap. I remember back when I was living in Chicago, some guy from a local lot practically cornered me at a coffee shop trying to sell me on this "exclusive" financing deal. It was all smoke and mirrors—just a way to get you in the driver's seat before you even realize the math doesn't add up. Most of these guys aren't looking to help you find a reliable ride; they’re just looking to hit their monthly quota and move inventory. It’s funny because people act like there’s some hidden treasure waiting if you just listen to the pitch, but in reality, it’s usually just a high-pressure tactic designed to bypass your common sense. You end up walking away with a car that's overpriced and a feeling in your gut that you definitely got played. If a deal seems too good to be true coming from someone who basically hunted you down, it probably is. Just stay skeptical, man. It saves a lot of grief in the long run. $3.25
So, I finally tracked down this old-school gem—the David Lee Roth *Crazy From The Heat* EP. This specific pressing is the Canadian import, and honestly? It’s in mint condition. We’re talking EX/EX here, which is pretty rare for something that’s been floating around in collections for this long. If you grew up listening to much of the hard rock stuff coming out of the States back in the day, you know exactly what kind of energy Roth was bringing to the table during his solo run. This EP is just one of those little pieces of history that hits different when you actually hold the physical copy in your hands. It’s got that unmistakable vibe from an era where everything felt just a bit more electric. Anyway, if anyone’s looking to add this to their stash, let me know. It’s a beauty. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on this Duran Duran self-titled record—the one with the iconic monkey on the cover—and honestly? It’s a killer find. I managed to snag a VG+/VG+ copy, which, if you know anything about digging through crates at a local shop, is basically hitting the jackpot. Most of these old pressings are beat to hell, but this one is clean enough to actually enjoy without feeling like I'm listening to a bag of gravel. It’s funny how much nostalgia hits you when that first synth line kicks in. I remember hearing this album back in high school, probably blasting it in my old beat-up sedan while driving around suburbia, thinking I was way cooler than I actually was. There’s just something about that early 80s production—it’s polished, it’s flashy, but it still has this grit that modern pop just can't seem to replicate. If you’re looking to add some New Wave staples to your collection, this is a solid pick. Not quite mint, but definitely good enough to spin on a Friday night with a cold beer. Just a little slice of pure, unadulterated 80s magic. $3.25
So, I finally snagged this Elton John *Greatest Hits* on vinyl—VG+ to NM condition, which is honestly a miracle for a record that’s been floating around for decades. It’s one of those albums that just feels essential to have sitting on the shelf, you know? I was spinning it last night while catching up on some chores, and man, the sound quality is crisp. There’s something about hearing those piano melodies through actual needle and groove that hits different than just streaming it through some cheap Bluetooth speaker. It’s got that warm, analog soul that makes you want to sit in a dark room with a drink and just... exist for a second. Definitely a solid addition to the collection. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Elton John’s *Friends*—the Canadian pressing—and honestly, it’s sitting at a solid VG/VG+ if you're looking for a clean spin. I've always had a soft spot for those North American imports; there's just something about that specific mastering that hits different when you're settling in for a late night. It’s one of those records that feels like an old friend every time the needle drops. Definitely worth adding to the collection if you can find a clean one. $3.25
So, I finally got around to spinning Edie Brickell & New Bohemians' *Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars*. Honestly? It’s one of those records that just kind of hangs out in the room with you—it doesn't demand your attention, but once it has it, it’s pretty hard to shake. The vibe is super laid-back, almost like sitting on a porch in Austin during a humid July afternoon. It’s got that breezy, soulful quality that defines early '90s alternative pop, but without feeling dated or forced. Edie’s voice is just... effortless. She has this way of gliding over the melodies that makes everything feel incredibly smooth, even when the lyrics get a little bit introspective or weird. I found myself thinking about how much I love music that isn't trying too hard to be "important." You know what I mean? In an era where everything feels so polished and overproduced—kind of like a high-budget Marvel flick compared to an indie movie—this album feels refreshingly organic. It’s got these subtle layers, some really tasty guitar work, and a rhythm section that stays tucked in perfectly behind her vocals. It’s definitely a "low-stakes" listen in the best possible way. It’s the perfect soundtrack for driving down a coastal highway or just killing time on a Sunday morning. It doesn't hit you over the head with angst or massive crescendos; it just flows. If you’re looking for something to mellow out to, this is a solid pick. Definitely worth a spin if you appreciate songwriting that prioritizes mood and melody over sheer volume. $3.25
I managed to snag an EX/NM copy of Engelbert Humperdinck’s *Greatest Love Songs* recently—and man, it is just pure, unadulterated nostalgia. You know those records that just feel like a warm hug after a long week? This is one of them. It’s got that classic, sweeping production that you just don't hear much anymore—none of that over-compressed, digital mess we deal with today. Just big vocals, big arrangements, and zero apologies for being sentimental. Honestly, listening to this takes me back to my parents' living room in Chicago, sitting on that old velvet sofa while they'd play these kinds of crooners in the background. There was something about the way he handled a ballad—it wasn't just singing; it was like he was telling you a secret. If you're into that vintage, smooth-as-silk vocal style, you really can't go wrong with this one. Definitely a gem for anyone building out a collection of the classics. $3.25
Man, I was digging through my old crates the other day and stumbled upon this copy of the *Footloose* soundtrack—the original Paramount pressing. It’s in that absolute mint condition, basically "Ex/Ex" status if you're talking collector grade. Honestly, holding something this clean feels like a tiny victory against the chaos of the world. There’s just something about these mid-80s soundtracks that hits different. You put this on, and suddenly you aren't sitting in your living room anymore; you're basically back in a high school gym in some small town in the Midwest, dodging awkward stares and feeling way too much emotion over synth-pop. It’s pure nostalgia, even if you weren't actually alive when this dropped. The production on these tracks is so crisp, too. It’s got that specific, polished energy that defined an entire era of American pop culture. Every time I hear those opening notes, I can almost smell the hairspray and floor wax. If you happen to find one of these in the wild without a single scratch on the disc, do yourself a favor and grab it. It’s a little slice of cinematic history that sounds just as big today as it did decades ago. $3.25
Man, I was digging through some old vinyl crates the other day and stumbled upon this absolute gem—Franck Pourcel and his Big Band doing "An American in Paris" mashed up with "Rhapsody in Blue." Seriously, if you haven't heard this specific arrangement, you are missing out on some top-tier vibes. It’s got that lush, sweeping orchestral feel that makes you want to pour a glass of bourbon and just stare out the window while it rains. It’s smooth, it’s cinematic, and honestly? It’s way more soulful than those overly polished digital remasters you hear on streaming nowadays. There's just something about that analog warmth that hits different. Definitely worth adding to your late-night listening rotation if you're into that classic, big-city jazz energy. $3.25
So, I was digging through some old gear today—standard weekend cleaning ritual—and stumbled upon that Fabrique VG+ piece we were all obsessing over a few months back. It’s funny how quickly things shift in this industry, isn't it? One minute everyone's treating a specific drop like it's the Holy Grail, and the next, it’s just sitting in a box in your closet gathering dust. I remember when this first hit the scene. There was so much noise around the quality and that specific aesthetic. It felt different, you know? Like it actually had some soul instead of being just another mass-produced trend from some giant conglomerate. I actually took it out to a dinner in Chicago last year—just a casual spot, nothing too fancy—and even then, the fit felt spot on. It didn't have that "fast fashion" vibe where you feel like you're wearing a cardboard box. Anyway, I was thinking about what Kevin Chavez3 mentioned in that thread last week regarding the longevity of these high-end pieces. He made a decent point about whether the price tag actually reflects the durability or if we're all just paying for the brand name. It's a valid question. Personally, I think there's a middle ground between overpriced hype and cheap junk, but finding it is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Has anyone else revisited their early collections lately? Or am I just getting old and sentimental about fabric weights and stitching details? Let me know if you've found anything else worth holding onto. $3.25
So, I finally tracked down a Gazebo unit—EX/VG+ condition, if you can believe it. Honestly, after hunting through local listings for a while, finding one this clean feels like a minor victory. It’s sitting here looking pretty sharp, definitely holds up well against the usual wear and tear you see with these things. Just wanted to put it out there for anyone else currently scouring the marketplaces for something similar. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on this Gerry Rafferty – Night Owl EX/EX thing, and man, it’s one of those finds that just makes you sit back and exhale. You know that feeling when you stumble upon a record that feels less like a product and more like a lost piece of your own history? That’s where I’m at. It’s funny, because I was digging through some old bins at a shop over in Seattle last weekend—just one of those rainy afternoons where you have nothing better to do than hunt for ghosts—and there it was. It’s got that specific, moody atmosphere that Rafferty just mastered. He had this way of crafting melodies that felt like they were floating in mid-air, almost too delicate to touch, but then he’d hit you with these deep, soulful layers that just ground the whole thing. The production on this particular pressing is honestly kind of surreal. Everything is so crisp, yet it doesn't feel clinical—it’s got that warm, analog soul that modern digital stuff just can't quite replicate, no matter how much expensive gear they throw at it. It reminds me of those late nights back in college, driving around empty highways at 2 AM with the windows cracked just enough to let the cool air in. There’s a certain loneliness in his voice, sure, but it’s a comfortable kind of loneliness. The kind that makes you feel less alone in your own head. Anyway, if you ever get the chance to track down an original or a high-quality reissue of this, don't overthink it. Just grab it. It’s one of those albums that doesn't demand your attention with flashy gimmicks; it just earns it, one note at a time. $3.25
Head west—seriously, just pack up and head out to New Mexico or Arizona. $3.25
Guru·Josh – Infinity EX-/NM $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on an EX/NM copy of Heaven 17’s *The Luxury Gap*, and man... let me tell you, it is a trip. It’s one of those records that just feels like it was designed for a specific kind of mood—sort of high-end, slightly detached, and incredibly polished. You know that feeling when you put on a record and it instantly changes the vibe of the room? Yeah, this is that. I remember back in the late 80s, I used to hang out near a small independent record shop in Seattle—nothing huge, just a little hole-in-the-wall—and I’d spend hours just staring at these synth-pop covers, wondering if I’d ever actually own half of them. Seeing this one in such pristine condition feels like a bit of a victory lap. The production on this thing is just surgical. Everything is so crisp, so intentional. It’s got that classic blend of soulful vocals and that driving, electronic pulse that defines the era. It doesn't feel dated in a "cheesy synth" way; it feels timeless, like it was engineered in a lab specifically to sound expensive. Even the tracks that lean a bit more pop-heavy still carry this underlying tension that keeps it from feeling too sugary. If you’re a fan of that sleek, New Wave-adjacent sound, you really can't go wrong here. It’s smooth, it’s smart, and honestly, it’s just a damn good listen. Definitely one for the permanent collection. $3.25
So, I finally dug out my old copy of Huey Lewis and the News’ *Sports*—the one with that classic EX-/EX grading—and man, it really takes me back. You know those albums that just feel like a sunny afternoon driving down a coastal highway? This is exactly that. It’s pure, unadulterated 80s energy, but without being too obnoxious about it. I was flipping through the liner notes and thinking about how much this record defined an era. Every time "The Power of Love" or "Hip to Be Square" comes on, it’s impossible not to feel that specific kind of upbeat, optimistic vibe that seemed to rule everything back then. It’s got that tight, polished production—nothing too experimental, just incredibly solid songwriting and hooks that stick to your ribs. I remember sitting in my dorm room back in the day, probably listening to this on some beat-up Sony Walkman, feeling like life was just one big montage. Looking at it now, through the lens of someone who's seen a few more decades pass, there's something almost comforting about its simplicity. No over-the-top synth madness or trying too hard to be "edgy"—just great musicians playing great songs. It's a total classic for a reason. $3.25
So, I finally sat down and revisited Huey Lewis and the News—specifically that *Fore!* album—and man, it’s such a trip. It’s one of those records that just feels like a sunny afternoon in a coastal town somewhere in California. You know the vibe. I was listening to "EX/EX" the other day while I was stuck in some soul-crushing traffic on the I-95, and it hit me how much they just nailed that specific brand of upbeat, blue-collar pop-rock. It’s got that polished, almost surgical precision in the production, but there's still this grit underneath it all. It doesn't feel manufactured, even though it’s incredibly catchy. The whole thing is just pure, unadulterated nostalgia for a certain era of American radio. It’s music you can play while grilling in the backyard or driving down a highway with the windows rolled down. It’s not trying to be deep or avant-garde—it’s just trying to be good, and honestly? It succeeds. It’s that perfect blend of tight musicianship and hooks that just refuse to leave your head. Sometimes, you don't need a complex concept album; sometimes you just need a killer groove and a singer who knows how to deliver a line. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Heart’s *Bad Animals* on vinyl—VG+/EX condition. Honestly, finding an old pressing like this that hasn't been played to death by some teenager in a basement is a total win. It sounds surprisingly crisp for being a later release, too. If you're looking to fill out that rock section of your collection, this one's definitely worth the hunt. $3.25
I finally got my hands on that Japanese import of *The Tin Drum*—the EX/EX version—and man, I’ve been sitting here staring at the packaging for a good twenty minutes. There is just something about those high-end Japanese pressings that hits different, you know? Even though we're looking at an American release context here, that specific level of curation feels like something you'd only find if you went hunting through a boutique shop in Brooklyn or some specialty collector's nook in Seattle. It’s honestly wild how much attention goes into the physical media over there. Everything feels intentional. It's not just a disc in a plastic case; it’s an experience. I remember back when I was first getting into collecting, I used to just grab whatever was on the shelf at my local Best Buy, but once you start seeking out these specific imports, your standards change. You start noticing the weight of the paper, the clarity of the print, and that weirdly satisfying feeling of unboxing something that actually feels like art rather than just mass-produced plastic. If you can track one down, do it. It’s one of those things that makes the whole hobby feel worth the clutter in your living room. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on this J. Geils Band *Bloodshot* pressing—specifically that G/EX version—and man, I’ve gotta say, it’s a bit of a trip. You know how some records just feel like they were mastered in a basement with a single blown speaker? This isn't one of those. It actually has this surprising amount of punch to it. I was sitting there in my living room, just spinning it after a long day, and the way that opening track hits... it’s got this grit that feels incredibly intentional. It’s not overly polished, which is exactly what you want with a band like these guys. They weren't trying to be some slick, over-produced pop act from LA; they had this raw, almost sweaty energy that really comes through when the audio quality is actually decent. It’s funny, because I remember hearing this stuff on the radio back in the day—probably caught it playing at a dive bar somewhere in Chicago—and it always sounded a little thin. But holding this specific pressing, hearing the separation between the percussion and those driving guitar lines... it’s a different experience entirely. It makes you realize how much gets lost in a standard broadcast or a cheap digital rip. Anyway, if you can find a clean copy of this, don't sleep on it. It’s one of those albums that rewards you for actually sitting down and listening instead of just treating it as background noise while you're doing dishes or whatever. Definitely worth the hunt. $3.25
So, I finally managed to snag this 2LP set—*An Evening With John Denver*. It’s sitting in that sweet spot of VG/EX/EX condition, which, if you know anything about hunting for vintage vinyl, is basically hitting the jackpot. I was digging through some bins the other day—kind of like that feeling when you find a rare first pressing at a local shop in Austin—and seeing this pop up felt like a win. Honestly, there’s just something about the way these old live recordings capture the room. You can almost feel the air in the studio. It’s laid back, unpretentious, and honestly? A bit of a mood. Perfect for when you just want to dim the lights, pour a drink, and tune out the rest of the world for a while. Definitely one for the permanent collection. $3.25
So, I finally managed to snag a VG/NM copy of Johnny Hates Jazz’s *Turn Back The Clock*. Honestly, finding this thing in decent shape is like trying to find a parking spot in downtown Chicago on a Saturday night—nearly impossible if you aren't looking for it. I’ve been spinning this one all afternoon, just letting it ride while I mess around with some old gear in the garage. There’s something about that mid-80s production—it’s so polished, yet it has this specific kind of melancholy that hits different when you're just sitting there with a coffee. "Shattered Dreams" still absolutely slaps, even decades later. It’s one of those tracks that feels perfectly engineered for a late-night drive down a lonely stretch of highway. The vinyl itself is surprisingly clean. For a record that’s been floating around the secondary market for years, the transition from the lead-in groove to the first track was smooth as silk. No major pops or clicks to ruin the vibe, which is a massive win in my book. If you've been hunting for this one, don't sleep on it. It's a total mood. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of John Cougar Mellencamp’s *Scarecrow*—VG+/NM condition—and man, it still hits just as hard as it did back in the day. Honestly, there’s something about that mid-80s heartland rock sound that just feels more honest than anything you hear on the radio these days. It’s got that gritty, unpolished soul that makes you want to drive down a backroad in a beat-up Chevy just to clear your head. I spent way too much time flipping through the bins at my local record shop last weekend, dodging the crowds and praying I wouldn't find another scratched-up copy of some overplayed pop album, but stumbling onto this was a total win. The pressing is super clean, too—no pops or surface noise to ruin the vibe when "Rain on the Scarecrow" starts playing. If you haven't sat down with this whole album lately, do yourself a favor and give it a spin. It's one of those rare records that actually feels like it has a heartbeat. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on this EX-/NM copy of "Give A Little Love" by the Judds—and man, let me tell you, holding this one feels like a little slice of nostalgia heaven. It’s easily one of those records that just hits different when you drop the needle. I was digging through some old bins recently and stumbled upon a similar pressing, but the condition was absolutely trashed—scratches everywhere, sounding like someone was running a gravel truck over the grooves. So, finding this specific copy in such stellar shape? Total win. It’s smooth, quiet, and that vocal harmony is just... chef's kiss. You don't hear much like that anymore. Anyway, if anyone else is hunting for this one, keep your eyes peeled. It's a gem. $3.25
Julio Iglesias – Libra EX/EX $3.25
So, I was scrolling through some real estate listings earlier—you know how it goes when you're procrastinating—and I stumbled upon that massive Julio Iglesias estate over at 1100 Bel Air Place. It’s listed as an EX/EX deal, which basically means it’s a total unicorn in the luxury market. Honestly, looking at those photos just makes me feel like I need to go win the lottery or at least find a much better job. It’s one of those places that feels less like a house and more like a private fortress for someone who’s already conquered the world. You look at that kind of acreage sitting right there in the hills of LA and you realize just how much space there is to hide from the rest of us. It’s wild, really—just pure, unadulterated California opulence. $3.25
Julio Iglesias – Non-Stop EX/EX $3.25
I just scored this absolute gem—the Julio Iglesias & Diana Ross "All Of You" 12-inch pressing from Canada. I’ve been hunting for this specific version for a minute, and honestly, finding it in such killer condition is a massive win. It’s sitting right at that sweet spot between EX and NM, which, let's be real, is getting harder to find these days if you aren't careful. The wax looks incredible, almost like it's never even seen a turntable. If you're looking to add some smooth, classic soul to your collection, this one is definitely worth the hunt. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on this old Julio Iglesias "Starry Night" pressing—the EX/EX copy, which is basically saying it’s in mint condition if you aren't being a total snob about it—and man, I had to sit down and really listen. It’s one of those records that just hits different when you actually give it the space to breathe. It’s pure, unadulterated smooth vibes. You know that feeling when you’re driving through the hills of Malibu late at night, windows down, just letting the cool air hit you? That’s exactly what this sounds like. It’s not trying too hard to be edgy or "alternative," and honestly, thank God for that. In a world where everything feels overproduced and loud, there’s something incredibly grounding about these lush, sweeping arrangements. It’s just classy. I remember back in the day, my old man used to have a similar kind of easy-listening stuff spinning on the turntable during Sunday dinners—nothing fancy, just good music that filled the room without demanding you stop talking to listen. This brings back that exact same energy. It’s nostalgic, sure, but it doesn't feel dated in a bad way; it just feels timeless. If you’ve got a decent setup and a drink in hand, this is an absolute essential for those quiet evenings when you just want to turn the rest of the world off for a bit. Definitely worth the hunt if you can find a clean copy. $3.25
I was just sitting here thinking about that classic Julio Iglesias track, "Un Hombre Solo"—you know, the one that hits you right in the gut? It’s such a mood. There’s something about those old-school ballads that just cuts through all the overproduced pop we hear on the radio these days. It’s raw, it’s lonely, and honestly, it’s kind of beautiful in a heartbreaking sort of way. It reminds me of those late nights back in college when I'd stay up way too late listening to vinyl, just feeling completely adrift. Some songs just have that soul, you know? They don't need a bunch of flashy production to tell a story—they just let the melody and the lyrics do the heavy lifting. Definitely one for the rainy days. $3.25
I was digging through some old bins the other day—just one of those aimless afternoon things where you end up more tired than when you started—and I stumbled onto this Julio Iglesias collection. It’s one of those "Best Of" sets that feels like it was curated specifically to trigger a massive wave of nostalgia for anyone who grew up listening to easy listening stuff on the radio back in the day. It’s definitely got that smooth, polished vibe that defines an entire era of pop balladry. You know the type—music that sounds just as good playing softly in the background of a high-end steakhouse in Chicago as it does during a lazy Sunday morning at home. There’s a certain effortless quality to his vocals that you just don't see much anymore; everything is so manicured and melodic. Even if it's not exactly your cup of tea if you're more into grunge or indie rock, there's no denying the craftsmanship there. It's just pure, unadulterated lounge perfection. $3.25
So, I finally got my hands on those Jacksons—Victory VG+ in EX- condition. Honestly, after seeing them listed, I wasn't sure if I was being played, but I took the plunge. They’re pretty solid, though. If you’ve ever spent time around a high-end boutique shop in Austin or maybe poked around some vintage gear in Nashville, you know that "EX-" tag can be a bit of a gamble. Usually, it means there’s some honest wear that tells a story, rather than just being beat to hell. These feel like they’ve been played, loved, and probably sat in a studio for a few years too long, but they aren't junk by any means. The build is tight—no weird warping or anything crazy—but there’s definitely some cosmetic character that makes you realize they haven't been sitting in a museum case. It’s that perfect middle ground where you don't have to baby the thing like it's made of glass, but you still feel like you're holding something worth a damn. Just my two cents after getting them dialed in. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Kim Wilde’s *Close*—VG+/EX condition—and man, it’s such a vibe. It’s one of those records that just feels right when you drop the needle. I was digging through some bins at a local shop in Seattle last weekend and stumbled upon this beauty. Everything from the sleeve to the vinyl itself looks fantastic, almost like it hasn't even been played much. There’s something about that late 80s production that hits different now—it’s polished, sure, but it still has that punchy, synth-driven soul that makes you want to turn the volume way up. I ended up putting it on immediately when I got home, grabbed a coffee, and just leaned back for a bit. It’s the perfect kind of "no thoughts, just music" record. If you’re a fan of that era, this one is definitely worth having in the collection. $3.25
So, I finally managed to track down a copy of Kim Wilde’s *Catch As Catch Can* on vinyl—VG+ condition, which is basically a miracle given how much people beat up these old records. It’s easily one of her most underrated eras, honestly. Most people just want to talk about "You Keep Me Hangin' On," but this whole record has such a specific, polished late-80s vibe that just hits different when you're spinning it on a good setup. I remember hearing this back in high school, sitting in my bedroom in Chicago, just letting the synth layers wash over me while I tried to act like I wasn't obsessed. It’s got that perfect balance of pop accessibility and those moody, driving textures that defined the decade. The pressing I got sounds incredibly clean—no surface noise to ruin the groove, which is rare for a find like this. If you ever get the chance to hunt one down, don't sleep on it. It's a total mood. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Kim Carnes’ *Mistaken Identity* on vinyl—VG+/EX condition, which honestly feels like a win these days. You don't see much this clean unless you're digging through some high-end collector's bins in Austin or something. The sound is pretty stellar, too. It’s got that classic late-70s/early-80s polish that just hits different when you aren't dealing with surface noise every five seconds. I was spinning it last night while just chilling, and man, those tracks really hold up. It's one of those records where you realize she wasn't just a "one-hit wonder" type of artist—there’s actual craft here. Anyway, if anyone else is hunting for this one, keep an eye out. It’s a solid addition to the stack. $3.25
Just picked up a VG+/EX copy of Kim Carnes’ *Mistaken Identity* on vinyl—it's such a vibe. If you haven't spun this one lately, you're seriously missing out. It’s got that perfect late-70s/early-80s grit that just feels right when you're settling in for the night. The condition is surprisingly solid, too; barely a surface noise issue to speak of, which is always a win when you're hunting through bins. Honestly, Kim’s voice on these tracks is just unmatched—there’s a certain soulful rasp there that hits differently on analog. Definitely one of those albums I'll be keeping in the "heavy rotation" pile for a while. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Kid Creole And The Coconuts’ *Tropical Gangsters*—it’s in EX/NM condition, which is honestly a miracle for a record this age. If you haven't spun this one yet, you're seriously missing out on some of the tightest, most infectious grooves ever laid down. It’s got that whole sophisticated, big-band-meets-disco vibe that just makes you want to pour a drink and forget about everything else for an hour. I remember seeing a similar setup back in the day at a club in New Orleans—just pure, rhythmic chaos in the best way possible. This album captures that exact energy. Everything from the brass arrangements to the percussion is just... chef's kiss. It’s smooth, it’s flashy, and it’s got enough swagger to make a guy like Kevin Chavez3 look like he’s trying too hard. Seriously, if you're looking to add some class to your collection, this is the move. Grab it before someone else does. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Kajagoogoo’s *White Feathers* on vinyl—VG+/NM condition. Honestly, finding an old pressing like this that isn't totally beat up is a massive win. It sounds incredible. $3.25
Larry McCray – Ambition EX-/EX $3.25
So, I just managed to snag an EX-/EX- copy of Leo Sayer’s "Living In A Fantasy" from a seller up in Canada—man, talk about a nostalgic trip. It’s one of those records that just hits different when you find it in such pristine condition. You don't see much like this floating around these days, especially with how beat up most vintage vinyl gets after decades of being shuffled around. I remember hearing this track back in the day, probably through some fuzzy radio station while I was hanging out in my old apartment in Chicago, and it always had this specific, dreamy vibe that just pulls you right in. There’s something about that era of production—it’s polished, sure, but it’s got this soul to it that modern stuff often misses. Honestly, sitting here now, dropping the needle on this beauty, it feels like stepping into a time machine for a second. If anyone else is hunting for this one, keep your eyes peeled—finding a clean copy like this is a total win. $3.25
I was just spinning some old Limahl tracks—you know, that whole early 80s synth-pop vibe—and it got me thinking about how much certain production styles just age like fine wine while others... well, they don't. It’s funny how you can listen to a track from decades ago and it still feels like it could fit right into a modern playlist if the mixing was handled correctly. Anyway, I wasn't sure if anyone else had been digging through these deep cuts lately, but I’ve been wondering about the technical side of things. Does anyone actually think the VG+ or EX grading holds up for these types of pressings? Sometimes I feel like what a collector calls "Excellent" is basically just "it isn't broken," whereas I'm looking for that pristine, studio-quality crispness. Just my two cents, though. $3.25
So, I was spinning that Limahl track—you know, "Don't Supply"—and it got me thinking about those old-school vinyl pressings versus the digital stuff we're all stuck with these days. It’s funny how much of a difference the medium makes when you're really digging into the production. I was chatting about this with wiredtinker30 the other day, and he had some pretty interesting takes on the audio fidelity, though I think he might be overthinking the technical specs a bit. Then Kevin Chavez3 chimed in with his usual skepticism, basically arguing that unless you're listening on a $10,000 setup, the difference is negligible. Honestly? He's not entirely wrong, but there's just something about that analog warmth that hits different when you're sitting in your living room with a drink in hand. It’s like the difference between watching a movie on a massive IMAX screen in Los Angeles versus just catching a flick on your laptop while you're commuting on the subway. Sure, the content is the same, but the *vibe*? Totally different. Anyway, just my two cents while I'm lost in the music. $3.25
I was just spinning some old-school soul tracks this morning—specifically that Lisa Stansfield classic "Real Love"—and man, it hit me right in the feels. There’s just something about that era of production that modern stuff can't quite replicate. It’s got that perfect balance of being smooth enough for a late-night vibe but punchy enough to actually move you. I remember back in the day, I used to blast this whenever I was driving around Chicago, just cruising through the city streets feeling like I was in a music video myself. It’s one of those songs where the vocals aren't just singing lyrics; she’s actually telling a story. You can hear the grit and the genuine longing in there. It’s not just polished pop; it’s got soul. Anyway, I don't know if anyone else gets this specific kind of nostalgia from 90s R&B, but for me, it’s unmatched. It makes everything feel a little more cinematic, you know? Just a solid, timeless piece of songwriting that holds up no matter how many years pass. $3.25
So, I was just spinning some Linda Ronstadt earlier—specifically "Living in the USA"—and it really got me thinking about how much certain tracks just capture a specific vibe of the country. It’s one of those songs that feels like a snapshot of an era, you know? That whole feeling of being on the move, the road, the sheer scale of everything here in America. It’s funny because whenever I hear her voice, I don't just think about the music; I think about those endless stretches of highway between cities like Chicago and Denver, or even just driving through the suburbs of Atlanta. There’s this certain restlessness baked into the melody that feels so uniquely American. It’s that constant drive to get somewhere else, to find something better, or just to see what’s over the next ridge. I remember back when I was first starting out, doing a bit of a road trip through the Midwest, playing these exact tunes on a beat-up cassette deck while watching the landscape shift from farmland to industrial outskirts. It wasn't always glamorous—sometimes it was just cheap motels and lukewarm coffee—but there was a sense of freedom in it that you can't quite replicate. You just feel it in the air out here. Anyway, just a random thought while listening to the classics. Does anyone else get that same sense of nostalgia for a time they might not have even lived through? Or am I just getting old? $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Los Levantinos' *La Cucaracha*—you know, that one with the "Heiß Brennt Die Sonne In Mexiko" subtitle—on vinyl. It’s an EX/EX grading, which honestly feels like a steal for this kind of stuff. I was digging through some crates at a local shop over in Austin last weekend—just one of those rainy afternoons where you end up spending way too much money on dusty sleeves—and this beauty jumped out at me. There’s something about the way these tracks hit that just feels right. It’s got that specific, sun-drenched vibe that makes you want to kick back, grab a cold drink, and just forget about the grind for a while. The pressing itself is super clean, too. No pops, no skips, just smooth sailing from start to finish. If you haven't spun this yet, you're definitely missing out on a mood.
Just picked up this vintage pressing of Luis Alberto Del Parana Y Los Paraguayos - Historia De Un Amor. Condition is sitting right at that sweet spot of VG+/VG+. Honestly, for an old record like this, it’s holding up pretty well—no major skips or anything, just that lovely, warm crackle you expect when you're digging through the crates. It’s got that soul, you know? Not like those over-produced modern tracks that feel totally sterile. This one actually feels alive. Definitely a solid addition to the collection if you can find it in this shape. $3.25
I was digging through some old vinyl crates the other day—you know how it is, just looking for something soulful to spin while I’m working—and I stumbled upon this track by Luis Alberto del Parana y Los Paraguayos. It’s "Guantanamera," specifically that EX/EX version. Man, there is just something about these old-school arrangements that hits different. It’s got that raw, unpolished warmth you just don't get with modern digital recordings. You can practically hear the room around the musicians. It’s laid back, slightly melancholic, but still has that rhythmic backbone that keeps you nodding along. Honestly, if you're into folk music with a bit of grit and soul, you really need to give this specific version a listen. It’s one of those tracks that makes you want to pour a drink, dim the lights, and just exist for a few minutes. Total vibe. $3.25
The Indians of Paraguay EX/NM $3.25
I finally got my hands on an EX/NM copy of the Love Story soundtrack—man, what a find. I was digging through some bins at a local record shop in Chicago last weekend, just killing time while waiting for a friend, when I spotted this beauty tucked away near the jazz section. Honestly, I almost walked right past it because the sleeve looked a little weathered, but once I saw the grading, I knew I had to grab it. There’s just something about those classic cinematic scores that hits different, you know? It takes me straight back to watching old movies on rainy Sunday afternoons. This particular pressing is pristine—no surface noise, no pops, just pure, sweeping orchestral bliss. It’s one of those albums where you can actually hear the breath of the musicians in the room. Definitely a centerpiece for the collection now. If anyone else is hunting for this specific pressing, good luck—it's a rare beast out there. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of the Manhattan Transfer on Pastiche—VG+/EX condition—and honestly, it’s such a gem. If you haven't spent much time with these guys, you're missing out on some seriously smooth vocal arrangements that just hit different when you've got a decent setup. It’s one of those records where you can really hear the precision in the harmonies; it’s almost eerie how tight they are. I was spinning it the other night while just chilling with a drink, and man, it’s the perfect vibe for winding down. Everything about the pressing feels solid, too. Definitely worth adding to the collection if you can find a clean copy like this. $3.25
Just picked up a copy of Manfred Mann's Earth Band’s *Somewhere In Afrika*—it's easily an EX/NM beauty. Honestly, finding this one in such killer condition feels like a massive win. It's one of those albums that just hits different when you can actually hear every layer of those synth textures without some scratchy surface noise getting in the way. Definitely adding this to the "holy grail" pile for the weekend. $3.25
So, I finally sat down and gave Mike Oldfield’s *Crises* a proper, deep-dive listen—specifically hunting for that VG+ to EX sweet spot on the vinyl. Honestly? It’s one of those records that just demands you sit still, grab a drink, and actually pay attention. You can’t just have this playing as background noise while you’re scrolling through your phone or folding laundry; if you do, you’re missing the whole point of the textures he's building here. It’s such a trip how much detail is packed into these tracks. There’s this specific, lush layering happening where everything feels incredibly intentional, yet somehow flows like it’s just breathing on its own. I was thinking back to when I first picked up a high-end setup—it took me forever to realize that certain pressings just breathe differently. With *Crises*, if you catch a copy in that near-mint territory, the separation between the instruments is kind of mind-blowing. You can practically hear the physical space in the room where it was recorded. I remember digging through some old bins in a dusty shop in Seattle a few years back, looking for something with this exact kind of atmospheric weight, and finding a clean copy of this felt like a small victory. It’s got that perfect blend of being technically complex without ever feeling "mathy" or cold. It’s warm, it’s moody, and it’s just... massive. If you find a copy that hasn't been played to death by someone's budget turntable, do yourself a favor and grab it. It’s a total journey. $3.25
So, I finally got around to diving back into Mike Oldfield’s *Discovery*—specifically the EX/EX versions—and man, it’s a trip. It’s one of those albums that really makes you sit back and realize how much the landscape of prog and ambient music shifted once things started getting more polished and "pop" leaning. I remember sitting in my dorm room back in the late 90s, spinning this CD until the laser practically gave up, just trying to wrap my head around how he could blend those massive, sweeping instrumental movements with such crisp, almost radio-friendly production. It’s got that specific vibe where it feels both incredibly expansive and weirdly intimate at the same time. The EX/EX thing is a bit of a deep dive for the collectors, obviously. Having those extra tracks and different mixes really lets you peel back the layers. It’s like looking at a high-res photo versus a grainy Polaroid; you start seeing all these little melodic flourishes and percussion details that you totally missed when you were younger and just vibing to the main hooks. It isn't quite the raw, pastoral stuff from his early days—it’s definitely more "studio perfectionist" era—but there's a certain magic in how seamless everything feels. It’s smooth, sure, but it’s not shallow. If you’re into that whole atmospheric journey style, this is basically the gold standard. Just a really solid, thoughtful listen that holds up way better than most of the overproduced junk coming out of the major studios these days. $3.25
I was listening to some old vinyl the other day—just digging through some dusty crates I picked up at a flea market in Chicago—and I stumbled back into the world of Mahalia Jackson. Honestly, man, calling her the "greatest gospel singer" feels like an understatement. It’s almost too small a label for someone who carried that much soul in her lungs. There’s just something about that era of American music that hits different. You listen to her, and you aren't just hearing notes being hit; you’re feeling the weight of everything she went through. It wasn't just church music, either—it was the soundtrack to the entire Civil Rights Movement. When she stood up to sing, even the most cynical people in the room had to stop and listen. It was raw, it was unfiltered, and it was powerful in a way that modern production just can't replicate. I remember my grandfather used to sit by the radio for hours, just soaking in those deep, resonant tones. He always said that some voices are given to us by God, and Mahalia was definitely one of them. It’s wild how much influence one person can have just by having a voice that refuses to be quieted. If you haven't spent some serious time with her discography, do yourself a favor and go find a high-quality recording. It changes you, I swear. $3.25
Man, I was just sitting here thinking about how some soundtracks just hit different, you know? Like, they don't even need a movie to be good—they just exist as these perfect little sonic moods. Case in point: the Martin Böttcher & Orchestra version of "Love Story." I’ve been spinning this specific arrangement lately, and honestly, it’s got that lush, sweeping cinematic quality that makes you feel like you’re starring in a high-budget Hollywood drama, even if you’re just sitting on your couch in Chicago eating cold pizza. There's something about those orchestral swells—it’s nostalgic, a little bit heartbreaking, but mostly just incredibly smooth. It’s one of those tracks that feels like a warm blanket on a rainy Tuesday. Definitely worth a deep dive if you're into that classic, sweeping orchestral vibe. $3.25
So, I finally got around to digging through my old collection and pulled out that Mick Jagger solo effort—*She's The Boss*. Honestly? It’s one of those records that really makes you wonder what the hell was going through everyone's heads back then. You know the vibe—that mid-80s era where everything felt just a little too polished, a little too desperate to be "modern," and frankly, a bit much. I remember sitting in my dorm room back in college, probably fueled by way too much cheap coffee, listening to this and thinking, "Man, is this really what the legend is doing now?" It’s got that glossy, over-produced sheen that defines the decade—lots of heavy synths and drum machines trying desperately to sound cutting edge, but instead just sounding dated the second they hit the airwaves. It lacks that raw, gritty swagger you’d expect from someone who basically helped invent rock and roll. The title track itself... well, it’s fine, I guess, if you’re into that kind of high-gloss pop-rock. But compared to the stuff he did with the Stones, it feels like he’s wearing a suit that doesn't quite fit him. It’s like watching a heavyweight champion try to enter a ballroom dance competition—you can tell the talent is there, but the setting is just all wrong. It’s definitely a trip down memory lane, though. Every time I hear certain tracks, I’m immediately transported back to some rainy afternoon in Seattle, just staring at the ceiling and wondering why we ever thought these production styles were a good idea. It’s a weirdly nostalgic listen, even if it isn't exactly a masterpiece. Just one of those odd chapters in a massive career. $3.25
I was digging through some old crates recently and stumbled upon Marianne Faithfull’s *Dangerous Acquaintances*. Honestly, if you haven't sat down with this one lately, you're missing out on some seriously moody, textured stuff. It’s got that specific kind of grit—not the loud, obnoxious kind, but that weathered, lived-in feeling that only comes from someone who’s actually been through the wringer. The songwriting here is just... it’s heavy, but in a way that feels earned. It isn't just melodrama for the sake of it; it feels like she's sitting across a dim table at some dive bar in Brooklyn, just letting the truth spill out between sips of something strong. There's a certain weary elegance to her delivery that hits different when you're older and realize life isn't exactly the polished pop dream we were sold back in the day. It’s raw, it’s unvarnished, and man, it really sticks with you. Definitely worth a deep dive if you're in the mood for something with actual soul. $3.25
Mario Lanza – Princ Student EX-/EX- $3.25
So, I finally sat down to listen to that Neil Sedaka "Greatest Hits" collection—you know, the one with the expanded tracks—and man, it’s a trip. It’s funny how much nostalgia you can pack into a single disc. Listening to these tracks feels like being stuck in a time machine, but in a good way, not one of those weird sci-fi movies where everything goes wrong. It’s got all those big, melodic hits that everyone knows, even if they don't realize they know them. There’s this specific kind of polish to his stuff from back in the day—that classic, clean production that just doesn't seem to exist anymore. Everything today sounds so compressed and loud, whereas this? This had room to breathe. I found myself leaning back in my chair, just letting the melodies wash over me, thinking about how much simpler things felt when music was built around a killer hook and a solid arrangement. The extra tracks they threw in are a nice touch, too. They aren't just filler; they actually give you a little peek behind the curtain at his evolution. It’s definitely worth a spin if you’re looking for something smooth to have on in the background while you're tinkering around the garage or just decompressing after a long day. It’s easy listening, sure, but there’s enough craft in there to keep it from feeling cheap. Definitely a solid addition to the rotation. $3.25
Nils Lofgren – Cry Tough EX-/EX $3.25
Outfield – Voices Of Babylon EX-/NM $3.25
Paul Young – No Parlez EX-/EX $3.25
Paul Young – Between Two Fires (US Import) VG+/EX $3.25
Phil Collins – No Jacket Required (Suzy) VG+/EX $3.25
Platters - Somebody loves me VG/VG $3.25
Platters – 20 Classic Hits VG+/EX- $3.25
Pat Benatar – Crimes Of Passion VG+/EX $3.25
Ray Charles – Wish You Were Here Tonight VG+/EX $3.25
Rod Stewart – Love Touch 12" VG+/NM $3.25
Rod Stewart – Blondes Have More Fun (US Import) VG+/EX $3.25
Rod Stewart – Camouflage EX/NM $3.25
Rod Stewart – Vagabond Heart EX/NM $3.25
Rod Stewart – Foolish Behaviour VG+/VG+ $3.25
Roxy Music – Avalon EX-/EX- $3.25
Roxy Music – Flesh+Blood EX/EX $3.25
Re-Flex – The Politics Of Dancing (US Import) EX-/EX $3.25
Royal Court Of China – Geared And Primed EX-/EX- $3.25
Sound Of Bread - Their 20 Finest Songs VG+/EX $3.25
Sting – The Dream Of The Blue Turtles VG+/EX $3.25
Stray Cats - Stray Cats VG+/VG+ $3.25
Simple Minds - Sparkle in the rain VG/EX+ $3.25
Soft Cell – Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret VG+/VG+ $3.25
Spandau Ballet–Diamond VG+/EX $3.25
Spandau Ballet–Parade VG+/EX $3.25
Spandau Ballet–Heart Like A Sky VG+/EX $3.25
Shakin' Stevens – The Bop Won't Stop EX/EX $3.25
Shakin' Stevens – Hot Dog VG+/EX $3.25
Shakin' Stevens – Give Me Your Heart Tonight VG+/EX $3.25
Shakin' Stevens – Shaky VG+/EX $3.25
Shakin' Stevens – Marie, Marie EX-/EX $3.25
Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers - Southern Accents EX/EX $3.25
Thrashing Doves – Bedrock Vice EX-/EX $3.25
Wendy & The Rocketts – Dazed For Days EX/NM $3.25

A Flock Of Seagulls – Listen (US Import) EX-/EX $6.75
Allman Brothers Band – The Road Goes On Forever VG+/VG+ $6.75
Adam Ant - Friend Or Foe EX/EX $6.75
Bangles – Everything EX-/NM $6.75
Barbara Streisand – Guilty EX/EX $6.75
Billie Holiday – Billie Holiday VG+/VG+ $6.75
Bee Gees – One EX/EX- $6.75
Cyril's Magic Journey – My World / Janet Is Waiting For You 12" $6.75
Chicago – The Heart Of Chicago EX/EX $6.75
Donna Summer - Greatest Hits - Volume I & II EX/EX $6.75
Duran Duran – Liberty EX/EX $6.75
Duran Duran – Seven And The Ragged Tiger EX/EX $6.75
Duran Duran - Big thing VG+/EX $6.75
EURYTHMICS - Savage (US Pressing) EX/EX 20
Elvis Presley – I Was The One VG+/EX $6.75
Elvis Presley–Elvis' Golden Records Vol.1 VG+/EX $6.75
Garland Jeffreys – One-Eyed Jack (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Giuseppe Di Stefano - O Sole Mio VG+/EX $6.75
Giuseppe Di Stefano - The World Of Neapolitan Songs Ex/EX $6.75
Goat – Your Love Isa Mine (12", PIC) EX/EX $6.75
George Michael – Faith (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates - H2O (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates - H2O EX-/NM $6.75
Hall&Oates ‎– Bigger Than Both Of Us (US Import) EX/NM $6.75
Hall&Oates - X-Static (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates ‎– Past Times Behind (US Import) VG+/NM $6.75
Hall&Oates ‎– No Goodbyes (US Import) VG+/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates - Rock 'N Soul Part I (US Import) EX-/EX- $6.75
Hall&Oates - Private Eyes (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates - Private Eyes EX/EX $6.75
Hall&Oates - Live (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Harry Cox – Nice & Strong VG+/NM $6.75
Human League – Hysteria EX-/EX $6.75
Humble Pie - Greatest Hits EX/EX $6.75
Hooters – Nervous Night (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Joe Walsh – "But Seriously, Folks..." EX/EX $6.75
Joe Jackson – Will Power (US Import) EX/NM $6.75
Julio Iglesias – Sono Un Pirata, Sono Un Signore (US Import) EX-/NM $6.75
Julio Iglesias – Momentos (US Import) EX-/EX $6.75
Kim Wilde – Select EX/EX $6.75
Kim Carnes – Mistaken Identity VG+/NM $6.75
Karel Gott – Christmas Collection (US Import, 1970) EX-/EX- $6.75
Kissing The Pink – Naked EX/NM $6.75
Los Indios Tabajaras – Magic Guitars (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Mahavishnu Orchestra - Birds Of Fire VG/VG 20
Midge Ure – Answers To Nothing (US Import) VG+/EX $6.75
Mike Oldfield – Hergest Ridge VG+/VG+ $6.75
Mikis Theodorakis – In A State Of Siege EX-/VG+ $6.75
Madonna - Madonna EX/EX $6.75
Madonna - Like A Virgin EX/EX $6.75
Manitas De Plata – The Art Of The Guitar EX/EX $6.75
Mirko – Gypsy Guitar, The Firery Moods Of Mirko EX/EX $6.75
Motors – Tenement Steps EX-/EX $6.75
Mother's Finest – Mother's Finest Live EX-/EX $6.75
Morphielder – Morphing Fields VG+/EX $6.75
Nightwing - Stand Up And Be Counted EX-/NM $6.75
New Top-Hits NM/NM 20
Paul McCartney – Press To Play EX-/NM $6.75
Phil Collins – No Jacket Required (US Pressing) EX-/EX- $6.75
Pilgrim Souls – Is This All Of Us? EX-/EX $6.75
Paragon – The Poets VG+/VG+ $6.75
Pretenders ‎ Get Close (US Import) VG+/VG+ $6.75
Pretenders – Learning To Crawl EX-/EX $6.75
Power Station – The Power Station (US Import) EX/EX $6.75
Re-Flex – The Politics Of Dancing (US Import) EX/NM $6.75
Ry Cooder – Get Rhythm EX-/NM $6.75
Russian Balalaika (Soviet Union) EX/EX $6.75
Smokie - Greatest hits EX/EX $6.75
Smokie – The Montreux Album EX/EX $6.75
Santana - Greatest hits VG+/VG+ $6.75
Santana – Amigos EX/EX $6.75
STATUS QUO - Rockin' all over the world (RTB) VG/VG+ 20
STATUS QUO - Whatever you want (RTB) VG/VG+ 20
Simple Minds - Sparkle in the rain VG/NM $6.75
Stranglers - The Raven VG+/EX $6.75
Then Jerico – The Big Area G+/EX $6.75
Trio Hellenique – Zorba's Dance EX/EX $6.75
Thomas Dolby – The Golden Age Of Wireless EX-/EX $6.75
Thomas Dolby – The Flat Earth EX/EX $6.75
Tanita Tikaram – Everybody's Angel EX/EX $6.75
U2 – October VG+/VG+ $6.75
Van Halen – OU812 VG+/EX $6.75
Various - Classic US Pop Hits - 1967 $6.75
Wasteland – Live (12") EX/EX $6.75
ZZ Top – Afterburner EX-/EX $6.75
A good chunk of this comes straight from my own home collection—mostly just leftover bits from various lots I picked up over the years that didn't quite fit my vibe or find a permanent spot on my shelves
Most of this stuff is totally open for trades if anyone's interested
If you're looking for the vinyl, I've got them listed over at (apologies for the link dump, but man, the list is way too massive to just paste here)

CDs

The Cranberries - No Need To Argue EX/EX $13
Dream Theater - Images and Words EX/EX $13
Ekatrina Velika - Ekatrina Velika (EKV Records) M/NM $40
Ekatrina Velika - S Vetrom Uz Lice (EKV Records) VG/NM $33
Ekatrina Velika - S Vetrom Uz Lice (KA Production) NM/NM $40
Ekatrina Velika - 19LIVE86 CD (KA Production) M/M $40
Katarina II - Katarina II (EKV Records) VG+/NM $33
Le Cinema – Breakfast at Tiffany's (Morning Edition) EX/NM $8.25
Middle Of The Road - 16 Neuaufnahmen Der Superhits EX/EX $12
The Police - Outlandos d'amour NM/NM $13
Riblja Corba - Kost u Grlu (East Records) NM/NM $27
Riblja Corba - Pokvarena Mast i Prljave Strasti (East Records) NM/NM $27
Riblja Corba - Mrtva Priroda EX/EX (East Records) $25
Stray Cats - 2 LP on 1 CD (first two albums on one disc) (One Records) M/M $27

Various - Like It Never Happened Before... (Tribute to Milan Mladenovic) M/M $45
Check out my current stash here: http://www.discogs.com/seller/velijura

I'm looking to trade some of this stuff for the following:
The Velvet Underground:
- Ikebana CD or LP
- V živo 2CD
- 9CD box

The Cure
- S vetrom uz lice LP or CD (Atlantic Records)
- Live 1986 CD (Atlantic Records)
- Ljubav CD (Atlantic Records)

Iron Maiden LP or CD
- Iron Maiden
- Piece of mind

Motörhead LP or CD
- Ace of Spades Queen LP

Queen and Rolling Stones LP collection
- Queen
- Queen II
- Sheer heart attack
- Jazz

Rolling Stones LP or CD
- Emotional rescue

Index
- Sve ove godine 4 LP box

AC/DC (Looking specifically for those old-school Australian Albert production LPs or CDs)
- High Voltage
- TNT
- Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
- Let There Be Rock

KISS album collection (LP or CD)
- Destroyer
- Love Gun
- Live
- Live II

Zabranjeno Pušenje LP or CD
- Das ist Walter
- Pozdrav iz zemlje safari