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The B-52's  -  Two Classic LPs

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The B-52's - "The B-52's"

1979 Release - Warner Bros. - BSK 3355

Original "Lyrics" Sleeve

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The B-52's - Wild Planet

1980 Release - Warner Bros. - BSK 3471

Original Graphic Sleeve

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(See Pictures for Excellent Condition)

Released on July 6, 1979, The B-52's contained re-recorded versions of "Rock Lobster" and "52 Girls", six originals recorded solely for the album, and a cover of the Petula Clark hit "Downtown". The album was a major success, especially in Australia, where it reached No. 3 on the charts alongside its three singles: "Planet Claire", "Rock Lobster", and "Dance This Mess Around". In the U.S., the single "Rock Lobster" reached the Billboard Hot 100 chart while the album itself was certified platinum by the RIAA. In 1980, John Lennon called the B-52's his favorite band, and specifically cited "Rock Lobster" as an inspiration for his comeback with Double Fantasy.

In April 1980, The B-52's returned to Compass Point Studios to record their follow-up album. Several of the songs for the new album had been concert staples since 1978; the band consciously did not record them for their first album since they already had too many tracks and wanted a strong second album, knowing that their live performances would make fans look forward to it. Rhett Davies co-produced the album, which featured a more polished production sound than the debut.

Released on August 27, 1980, Wild Planet was well received by critics, most of whom regarded it as a strong second album following the success of their first; many fans consider it their best album. The album reached No. 18 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1980 and was certified gold; "Private Idaho" became their second Hot 100 entry. On January 26, 1980, The B-52's performed on Saturday Night Live and later performed at the Heatwave festival (which was promoted as the "New Wave Woodstock") in Toronto, Canada in August 1980 and appeared in the Paul Simon film One Trick Pony.

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