Shake Your Body (US 12″ Promo) (1982)

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Double Discovery: Yaz & Sunfire – A Sire Records Promo Exclusive

Today’s post is a Double Discovery courtesy of Sire Records—two standout tracks from two very different but equally essential acts of the early ’80s. This special promotional 12″ brings together synth-pop and soul/funk on one slab of vinyl, offering a rare pairing that’s both surprising and satisfying.

Side A: Yazoo – “Don’t Go” (Long Version)
Kicking things off is the synth-pop classic “Don’t Go” by the English duo Yazoo (known simply as Yaz in North America). While the label lists this as the “Long Version,” what’s actually pressed here is a unique edit of the “Re-Mix + Re-Re-Mix” found on most commercial 12″ singles—making this version exclusive to this promotional release. A high-energy track driven by Vince Clarke’s signature synth work and Alison Moyet’s powerhouse vocals, “Don’t Go” climbed all the way to #1 on the US Billboard Dance Chart and remains a dancefloor staple.

Side B: Sunfire – “Shake Your Body”
Flipping the record, we dive into a soulful, funk-infused groove from New York-based trio Sunfire. Their track “Shake Your Body” is a tight, feel-good jam produced by none other than Reggie Lucas—best known for his work on Madonna’s “Borderline.” Sunfire only released one self-titled album in 1982 before quietly disbanding, but this track shows they certainly left behind a few gems.

This promo 12″ not only showcases the diversity of Sire Records’ roster at the time but also delivers two dancefloor-ready cuts that span genres and styles. A must-have for collectors and fans of early ’80s dance music.

SIDE A:
Yaz– Don’t Go (Long Version) 5:57
Written-By – Clarke

Yaz– Bring Your Love Down (Didn’t I) (LP Version) 4:40
Written-By – Moyet

Yaz– Bad Connection (LP Version) 3:18
Written-By – Clarke

SIDE B:
Sunfire– Shake Your Body (Long Version) 5:22
Written-By – Dean Gant, Rowland Smith

Sunfire– Shake Your Body (Edit) 3:33
Written-By – Dean Gant, Rowland Smith

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Sire – PRO-A-1072, Warner Bros. Records – PRO-A-1072, Mute – PRO-A-1072
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Promo, Double Discovery
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul
Style: Synth-pop, Funk

CREDITS:

Noises, Producer [Additional] – Daniel Miller (tracks: A1 to A3)
Producer – E.C. Radcliffe* (tracks: A1 to A3), Reggie Lucas (tracks: B1, B2), Yaz* (tracks: A1 to A3)

NOTES:
Promotional Copy – Not For Sale.

On cover: Double Discovery.

Side A: From the Sire Album Upstairs At Eric’s (1-23737)
Side B: From the Warner Bros Album Sunfire (1-23730)

Made in U.S.A.

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May 9, 2025

Blondie – Heart Of Glass (US 12″) (1978)

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As we spin into another Disco Friday, we shine the glitterball on one of the most iconic genre-crossing tracks of the late ’70s—Blondie’s “Heart of Glass.” Released in 1979, this shimmering hybrid of new wave cool and disco heat wasn’t just a stylistic curveball—it was a game-changer.

Produced by Mike Chapman, “Heart of Glass” was Blondie’s bold leap from punk-infused power pop into the throbbing lights of the dancefloor. Originally written as a slower, reggae-tinged track titled “Once I Had a Love,” the band revamped it with a four-on-the-floor beat, swirling synths, and Debbie Harry’s icy, detached vocal that would become instantly iconic. It wasn’t just a hit—it was a revolution.

Some fans of Blondie’s CBGB-era grit were shocked, even outraged, by the shift. But the gamble paid off. “Heart of Glass” reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 their first in the U.S., and topped charts in the UK, Canada, and Australia. Suddenly, it was cool for punk kids to dance.

Today’s feature is the 12″ Disco Version, running nearly 6 minutes of slick, extended grooves and hypnotic instrumental breakdowns—a must-have for any serious vinyl spinner. Released on Chrysalis Records, this version turned dance floors upside down and made Blondie club royalty.

More than 40 years later, “Heart of Glass” still pulses with life, bridging genres and generations with effortless glamour. Whether you’re a punk, pop kid, or disco devotee—this track belongs on your turntable.

SIDE A:
Heart Of Glass 5:51

SIDE B:
Heart Of Glass (Instrumental) 5:17

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

U.S. CHART HISTORY:

Year	Single	Chart	Position
1979	Heart Of Glass	U.S. Billboard Hot 100	#1
1979	Heart Of Glass	U.S. Billboard Adult Contemporary	#44
1979	Heart Of Glass	U.S. Billboard Disco Top 80	#58

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Chrysalis – CDS-2275
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Terre Haute Pressing
Country: US
Released: 1978
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: Disco, New Wave

CREDITS:

Producer – Mike Chapman
Written-By – C. Stein*, D. Harry*

NOTES:
A: From The Chrysalis Album “Parallel Lines” CHR-1192

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May 8, 2025

Eurythmics – Thorn In My Side (UK 12″) (1986)

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Today’s feature takes us back to 1986 with one of Eurythmics’ most defiant and infectious singles—”Thorn In My Side.” Pulled from their sixth studio album Revenge, this track showcases the duo’s pivot from icy synths toward a more guitar-driven, rock-infused sound, without losing an ounce of their signature edge.

Released in August 1986, “Thorn In My Side” was a UK smash, reaching #5 on the Singles Chart. While it didn’t make as big of a splash stateside (peaking at #68 on the Billboard Hot 100), it became a staple of Eurythmics’ live setlists and remains a fan favorite for its blistering lyrics and triumphant tone. This isn’t a heartbreak song—it’s a take-your-power-back anthem.

Annie Lennox delivers a vocal performance that walks the line between controlled disdain and cool detachment, spitting lines like:
“You gave me such a bad time / Tried to hurt me, but now I know…”
Backed by Dave Stewart’s guitar and slick production, it’s pure Eurythmics: sharp, stylish, and unafraid.

The Extended Mix on this UK 12″ vinyl release opens things up with an expanded intro and instrumental passages, giving the track more groove and weight—perfect for the dancefloor or just a dramatic solo strut across your apartment.

On the B-side, we get the live recording of “In This Town”. It’s a muscular, politically tinged performance that captures the raw, charged energy of the band at their mid-’80s peak.

Thorn In My Side” endures not just as a great single, but as a statement of resilience. A glittering middle finger to heartbreak, dressed up in hooks and eyeliner.

Now—a quick collector’s note for the completists out there:
Yes, I am aware of the sought-after “Houston Mix” of “Thorn In My Side.” It’s an ultra-rare pressing that’s reportedly identical to this standard UK 12″ mix, with one crucial difference: the run-out groove etching reads DAT 8 A1 rather than the common DAT 8 A3 —and that’s the only known distinguishing mark. I’ve never personally come across a copy, and believe me, I’ve looked. If I ever do get my hands on one, you better believe I’ll post it here.

SIDE A:
Thorn In My Side (Extended Mix) 6:57
Engineer – Gary Moon
Keyboards – Patrick Seymour
Keyboards, Drum Programming, Backing Vocals – David A. Stewart
Lead Vocals – Annie Lennox

SIDE B:
Thorn In My Side (Album Version) 4:15
Backing Vocals – Bernita Turner
Bass Guitar – John McKenzie
Drums – Clem Burke
Guitar – David A. Stewart
Keyboards – Patrick Seymour
Lead Vocals – Annie Lennox
Saxophone, Harmonica – Jimmy Z

In This Town 3:45
Backing Vocals – Bernita Turner, Joniece Jamison
Drums – Clem Burke
Keyboards – Patrick Seymour
Lead Vocals – Annie Lennox
Saxophone – Jimmy Z
Vocals, Guitar – David A. Stewart

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

U.S. CHART HISTORY:

Year	Single	Chart	Position
1986	Thorn In My Side	U.S. Billboard Hot 100	#68

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: RCA – DAT 8
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Single
Country: UK
Released: Sep 6, 1986
Genre: Electronic, Pop
Style: Synth-pop

CREDITS:

Coordinator [Creative Co-ordination] – Billy Poveda
Design – Timothy Eames
Engineer [1st Assistant] – Fred Defaye (tracks: B1, B2)
Engineer [2nd Assistant] – Serge Pauchard (tracks: B1, B2)
Engineer [Mixing] – Jon Bavin (tracks: B1, B2), Manu Guiot (tracks: B1 B2)
Engineer [Recording] – Jon Bavin (tracks: B1, B2)
Photography By – Jeff Katz (2)
Written-By – Lennox*, Stewart*

NOTES:
Recorded at Conny’s Studio Cologne & Studio Grand Armée Paris.
Track A remixed at Studio Grand Armee Paris.
Track B2 recorded at Manu’s Party.

Manufactured in the U.K.

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May 7, 2025

Vicious Pink – Take Me Now (UK 12″)

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Released in January 1986, “Take Me Now” marked the final single from the provocative Leeds-based synth-pop duo Vicious Pink. Comprised of Josephine Warden and Brian Moss, the pair had built a cult following throughout the early ’80s with their bold, sensual lyrics and pulsing electronic beats. “Take Me Now” carried forward their signature style but with a more polished, mainstream-friendly sound, reflecting the shifting landscape of mid-’80s synth-pop.

The track was written by John David, a songwriter best known for his work with artists like Status Quo and Cliff Richard. It was produced by Gary Moberley, an Australian keyboardist and producer whose sleek, radio-ready touch gave the song a glossy sheen, contrasting with the rawer edge of the duo’s earlier tracks like “Cccan’t You See” or “Fetish.”

“Take Me Now” layers icy synth textures with Warden’s sultry vocals, conveying urgency and desire with the kind of restraint that made Vicious Pink so intriguing. The song didn’t chart significantly, but it remains a hidden gem of the era—an elegant swan song that closed the Vicious Pink chapter on a sophisticated note.

The 12″ single, released on Parlophone, featured an extended version along with two additional tracks: the hidden gem “I Confess” and “Always Hoping”, both of which showcase the production’s crystalline quality and dancefloor potential. Despite its under-the-radar status, “Take Me Now” has aged remarkably well, offering a glimpse into a band that was always a little ahead of its time—darkly stylish, fiercely independent, and unapologetically provocative.

SIDE A:
Take Me Now (Extended Version) 6:21
Producer – Gary Moberley
Written-By –John David

SIDE B:
I Confess 3:57
Engineer – Martin Webster
Producer – Tony Mansfield
Remix – Gary Moberley
Written-By – Moss, Warden*

Always Hoping 3:55
Producer – Tony Mansfield
Written-By – Moss, Warden

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Parlophone – 12PINK 3, Parlophone – 12 PINK 3
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Single
Country: UK
Released: Jan 1986
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop

CREDITS:

Design – Shoot That Tiger!
Other [Hair] – Donna At Vincent Lonnro
Photography By – Johnny Rozsa

NOTES:
Manufactured in the UK

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