Burning The Ground Exclusive 1984
NEW 2024 Transfer!
NEW Meticulous Audio Restoration!
Original post date: October 3, 2013
“Stranger in Town” is a song by Toto, released in 1984 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, “Isolation.” Written by David Paich and Jeff Porcaro, it features lead vocals by Fergie Frederiksen, who had recently joined the band. The song is notable for its darker tone compared to some of Toto’s other hits and its compelling story about a mysterious figure entering a quiet town.
The lyrics tell a haunting narrative of a drifter or “stranger” who seems to bring trouble and fear wherever he goes. The song builds suspense, aligning with its thematic undercurrent of paranoia and danger.
Musically, “Stranger in Town” blends rock, synth-driven sounds, and Toto’s signature polished production. It performed well on the charts, particularly in the U.S., where it reached No. 30 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The music video, directed by Steve Barron, was also widely recognized. It features a noir-like theme where the band members appear as characters trying to track down this mysterious “stranger.” The video’s cinematic style complements the song’s mood of tension and intrigue.
+De-notes vinyl only.
SIDE A:
Stranger In Town (Dance Mix)+ 6:52
Written-By – D. Paich, J. Porcaro
Synthesizer [Additional Effects] – Mike Cohen
SIDE B:
Change Of Heart 4:10
Arranged By [Strings] – David Paich, James Newton Howard
Conductor [Orchestra] – James Newton Howard, Marty Paich
Performer – London Symphony Orchestra, The
Written-By – D. Paich, F. Frederiksen
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
U.S. CHART HISTORY:
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Stranger In Town | U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | #30 |
| 1984 | Stranger In Town | U.S. Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks | #7 |
CREDITS:
Label: CBS – CBSA 12.4461, CBS – A 12-4461
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
Country: Europe
Released: 1984
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: Pop Rock
CREDITS:
- llustration – Robert Kopecky
- Mixed By – Greg Ladanyi
- Photography By – Raul Vega
- Producer – Toto
NOTES:
Special Version From The CBS Lp: “Isolation”
Made in Holland
Buy the 12″ at DISCOGS
VINYL TRANSFER & AUDIO RESTORATION:
-DjPaulT
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THE GEAR:
Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon 2M Black PnP MkII
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
Tubes: Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 ECC83/B759 Gold Pins Vacuum Tube – Matched Pair
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 25 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator
RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
**24bit FLAC Only Available For Seven Days!
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