Sold Date: July 11, 2024
Start Date: February 13, 2024
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Talking Heads True Stories Vinyl LP - Sire 9 25512-1 VG++ First Pressing (1986) with Wild Wild Life
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG++ (EX)  Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well throughout -- clean copy. Original cover is strong with great color, no splits, and includes original inner sleeve in great shape.
True Stories is the seventh studio album by Talking Heads. It was released in 1986, by Sire Records. The album includes only Talking Heads studio recordings of songs from the film; an original cast recording from the film was planned, but was not released at the time, although some actors' performances were featured on singles of songs drawn from the album.  The single "Wild Wild Life" became the most prominent hit from the album, accompanied by its video airplay on MTV. 
From contemporary reviews, Ken Tucker of The Philadelphia Inquirer gave the album a three out of four stars rating, stating the album was "gently melodic pop, with little of the polyrhythmic aggressiveness that has characterized recent Talking Heads albums." 
Tracklist
A1Love For Sale4:30 A2Puzzlin' Evidence   5:23 A3Hey Now   3:42 A4Papa Legba   5:54
B1Wild Wild Life3:39 B2Radio Head   3:30 B3Dream Operator4:39 B4People Like Us   4:26 B5City Of Dreams   5:06
Talking Heads David Byrne – guitar, vocals Chris Frantz – drums Jerry Harrison – keyboards, guitar, backing vocals Tina Weymouth – bass guitar, backing vocals _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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