The Specials In the Studio with the Special AKA Vinyl LP Chrysalis PV 41447 NM

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In the Studio with Special AKA Vinyl LP - Chrysalis PV 41447 Near Mint First Pressing (1984)
Condition: Near Mint Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was tested on both sides and plays beautifully. Cover is great, with a spot of ringwear and small sticker remainder. Still has gloss, and spine still visible. Includes original Chrysalis inner sleeve.
In the Studio is the third studio album by British ska revival band the Specials. It was released under the name the Special AKA in June 1984. The album took over two years to produce before finally seeing release, by which time the original Specials had long since disbanded.
In the Studio was ranked No. 3 among the "Albums of the Year" for 1984 by NME. It charted in the UK Top 35. "(Free) Nelson Mandela" became an international hit single.
Tracklist
A1 Bright Lights 4:10 A2 The Lonely Crowd 3:52 A3 Housebound 4:10 A4 Girlfriend 4:49 A5 Night On The Tiles 3:03
B1 Free Nelson Mandela 4:07 B2 War Crimes 6:14 B3 Racist Friend 3:47 B4 Alcohol 5:00 B5 Break Down The Door 3:34
The Special AKA Stan Campbell – vocals Rhoda Dakar – vocals, backing vocals Jerry Dammers – organ, piano; vocals on "What I like Most About You Is Your Girlfriend" Gary McManus – bass guitar John Shipley – lead guitar John Bradbury – drums; bass and synthesizer on "Break Down the Door"
Additional personnel Rico Rodriguez – trombone Dick Cuthell – flugelhorn Andy Aderinto - saxophone Claudia Fontaine – backing vocals on "What I Like Most About You Is Your Girlfriend" Edgio Newton – vocals, percussion Horace Panter – bass guitar on "What I Like Most About You Is Your Girlfriend", "War Crimes" and "Alcohol" Roddy Radiation – lead guitar on "Racist Friend" Lynval Golding - backing vocals on "Night On the Tiles" Nigel Reeve – saxophone Tony "Groko" Utah - percussion on "The Lonely Crowd" Dave Heath - flute on "Nelson Mandela" Paul Speare - penny whistle on "Nelson Mandela" Nick Parker - violin on "War Crimes" Dave Wakeling, Elvis Costello, Lynval Golding, Molly Jackson, Polly Jackson, Ranking Roger - backing vocals on "Nelson Mandela" Caron Wheeler – backing vocals on "What I Like Most Like About You Is Your Girlfriend" Naomi Thompson - backing vocals on "What I Most Like About You Is Your Girlfriend" _____________________________________________
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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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