Duran Duran RIO Vinyl LP Harvest ST-12211 VG++ 1st Press Hungry Like the Wolf

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Duran Duran RIO Vinyl LP - Harvest ST-12211 VG++/NM First Pressing (1982) with "Hungry Like the Wolf"
Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays really well throughout with no issues. Original cover is strong with great color and includes original inner sleeve with lyrics.
Barcode 0 7777-12211-1 Matrix / Runout (Side A): ST-1-12211 Z18 Precision ─◁ Matrix / Runout (Side B): ST-2-12211-Z11 #2  ─◁
Rio is the second studio album by Duran Duran, released in 1982. A new wave album with musical elements such as dance and synth-pop, Rio is mostly composed of fast, upbeat numbers, with a couple slower synthesiser-based ballads. Lead vocalist Simon Le Bon's obtuse lyrics cover topics from chasing one's dreams to pursuing a love interest. The cover artwork, painted by Patrick Nagel and designed by Malcolm Garrett to resemble 1950s cigar packaging, is considered one of the greatest of all time.
Retrospective reviewers consider Rio timeless and the band's best work, praising its instrumentation and band performances. With the album, Duran Duran were forerunners in the Second British Invasion of the 1980s, helping ensure the success of other English artists throughout the decade. It has since made appearances on best-of lists and has been reissued several times.

Tracklist
A1 Rio   5:32 A2 My Own Way 4:41 A3 Lonely In Your Nightmare 3:52 A4 Hungry Like The Wolf 3:40 A5 Hold Back The Rain 3:59
B1 New Religion 5:31 B2 Last Chance On The Stairway 4:18 B3 Save A Prayer 5:33 B4 The Chauffeur 5:12
Duran Duran Simon Le Bon – lead vocals, vibraphone on "New Religion", marimba on "Last Chance on the Stairway" Nick Rhodes – keyboards, synthesizers, sound effects, backing vocals on "Last Chance on the Stairway" John Taylor – bass guitar, backing vocals Andy Taylor – guitars, backing vocals Roger Taylor – drums, percussion _____________________________________________
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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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