Sinead O'Connor The Lion and the Cobra Vinyl LP Chrysalis 1st Press Mandinka NM

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Sinead O'Connor The Lion and the Cobra Vinyl LP - Chrysalis OV 41612 VG+/NM First Pressing (1987) with "Mandinka" and "I Want Your (Hands On Me)"
Condition: VG+ Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Vinyl was tested and plays very well. Cover still has some gloss, and includes original inner sleeve.
The Lion and the Cobra is the debut album by Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor, released on 4 November 1987 by Ensign and Chrysalis Records. O'Connor recorded the album while in the later stages of pregnancy with her first child. The title of the album is from Psalm 91:13 "you will tread upon the lion and cobra", and the track "Never Get Old" opens with an Irish language recital of Psalm 91 by singer Enya. 
The second single was "Mandinka", was a mainstream pop hit in the UK, peaking at number 17 in the singles chart in February 1988, as well as number six in her native Ireland. The song, "I Want Your (Hands on Me)", was featured in the 1988 horror film, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, where it was used in a prominent characters' death sequence, as well as the films end credits. It was also released as the third single from the album in the UK (after "Troy" and "Mandinka"), where it peaked at number 77, in May 1988.
Tracklist
Side One Jackie 2:28 Mandinka 3:45 Jerusalem 4:17 Just Like U Said It Would B 4:32 Never Get Old 4:38
Side Two Troy 6:30 I Want Your (Hands On Me) 4:38 Drink Before The War 5:20 Just Call Me Joe 5:50
Personnel Sinéad O'Connor – vocals, electric guitar, producer, audio mixing, arranger Marco Pirroni – electric guitar, acoustic guitar Richard "Spike" Holifield – bass guitar Rob Dean – electric guitar, acoustic guitar John Reynolds – drums, programming Mike Clowes – synthesizer, keyboards, string arrangement Kevin Mooney – guitar, bass guitar Gavyn Wright – orchestra director Enya – speaking part Leslie Winer – spoken words
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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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