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Originally posted the US 12″ on July 20, 2012
🔥This post features a brand-new, meticulously restored 2025 transfer, giving this sparkling gem the clarity, punch, and presence it deserves. Audiophiles and fans alike—get ready to hear this one like never before.
💋 “My kisses are exclusive—no one can afford them.” 💋
Today’s Pride Month selection whirls us back to 1987, into the glitter-drenched world of one of the boldest, most flamboyant acts of the era—Dead or Alive. I’m thrilled to feature their underappreciated but wildly addictive single, “I’ll Save You All My Kisses,” the fourth release from their Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know album.
While it didn’t dominate the charts like “You Spin Me Round,” this track has long been a fan favorite—a Hi-NRG love letter draped in sequins and synths. Produced by the unstoppable Stock Aitken Waterman, it’s packed with hard-edged drum machines, shimmering layers of synth, and Pete Burns’ signature theatrical delivery.
💿 This 12″ single (Japan release) is all about the drama:
The Long Wet Sloppy Kiss Mix — stretched to 7:10 of pulsing, dancefloor perfection.
The Sonia Mezumbda Memorial Mix — a tighter, high-energy edit clocking in at 5:19 (edited by Mark McGuire).
A quick word on that mysterious mix name:
According to fan lore from the now-defunct Right Stuff forum, Sonia Mezumbda—likely real name Sonya Mazunda—was said to have done backing vocals for Frankie Goes To Hollywood in 1982. Whether she passed away or the title was simply a tribute, it’s unclear—but it adds a bittersweet edge to this already emotionally charged track.
And of course, there’s Pete. 💄
More than a frontman, he was an icon of queer defiance. Gender-blurring, razor-sharp, and impossible to ignore, Pete Burns brought a fierce confidence to everything he did. He didn’t ask for permission—he demanded attention. “I’ll Save You All My Kisses” isn’t just a club-ready track—it’s a statement. It says: I know my worth, and you better be special if you’re going to get close.
For many in the LGBTQ+ community, Pete’s unapologetic self-expression was a beacon. And during Pride Month, this kind of synth-drenched empowerment hits especially hard. This track is about passion, power, and the pleasure of owning your narrative.
🎧 So cue up the strobes, turn it all the way up, and strut like you’re wearing six-inch platforms and a crown made of mirror shards. Because these kisses are couture, darling—and not everyone’s on the guest list.
SIDE A:
I’ll Save You All My Kisses (The Long Wet Sloppy Kiss Mix) 7:10
SIDE B:
I’ll Save You All My Kisses (The Sonia Mezumbda Memorial Mix) 5:19
Edited By – Mark McGuire
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
OBI: Near Mint
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Epic – 12・3P-834
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Stereo
Country: Japan
Released: Aug 26, 1987
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop
CREDITS:
- Design [Assisted By] – Andrew Biscomb
- Design [Sleeve Design] – Peter Barrett (3)
- Photography By – Paul Cox (5)
- Photography By [Additional Floral Photography] – Simon Marsh (2)
- Producer – Stock, Aitken & Waterman
- Remix – Dead Or Alive, Phil Harding
- Written-By – Dead Or Alive
NOTES:
From the LP “Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know”
Includes OBI, and insert
Buy the 12″ at DISCOGS
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Thank you Paul, I love the Japanese editions you post, they’re such a treat. 🙂
You’re welcome 🙂
Smalltown Boy in his First 9 min Version, pls
I’m very grateful you posted this DOA single as I don’t remember this at all, but it’s definitely an earworm of a track.
These Japan 12” singles always sound good too.
Thanks Paul 🙂
Thanks so much, Mark! I’m really glad this one found its way to your ears—it is such an underrated earworm, and I’m thrilled to give it a bit of spotlight again. And yes, those Japan 12″ pressings really do have a little sonic magic to them. Appreciate you listening and joining in for Pride Month! More to come 💜
—Paul
Sonya Mazunda seems to have been part of an early lineup of Frankie Goes To Hollywood, according to the Holly and Paul interview that appears as One September Monday on the b-side of the Relax 7-inch:
https://www.zttaat.com/song.php?title=72
Thank you for the info I appreciate it 🙂
What a fun song Paul! You’re right, Dead Or Alive is so much more than You Spin Me Round. And Pete Burns was such an icon and I just love your description. He, along with Boy George, were real trailblazers. I give them so much credit for their, as you said, “unapologetic self-expression.” Thank you for restoring this single!!
Thank you so much! Totally agree—Pete Burns and Boy George really were trailblazers. They kicked down doors with style, wit, and total fearlessness. I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. Dead or Alive’s catalog deserves more love beyond the big hit, and it’s a joy to give these tracks a fresh life. Thanks for listening and being part of the celebration! 🌈💜
—Paul
Sonia “Mezumbda” is indeed alive and well. Pete & Steve had been misinformed of her passing, so the mix title was used in her honor. Before they learned the truth, the single had already been released. Another fun fact about this single: It was released in Japan FIRST to be out in time for the 1987 “Rip It Up” tour, but the record label had not been given the B-side for the 7″. so they used the same B-side (DJ Hit That Button) as the previous single, “Something In My House”. The UK versions included the correct B-side, “Lover Come… Read more »
Thank you so much for the information clarifying the Sonia “Mezumbda” mystery. It is also interesting how all of the releases came about.
What a great tribute to Pete Burns. Muwah!
Thank you, Conner! Pete absolutely deserved the spotlight—one of a kind, bold as ever. Muwah right back atcha! 💋✨
—Paul
It wouldn’t be Pride Month without Pete Burns and Dead Or Alive! Paul, this group is near and dear to my heart! I know how much they mean to you, too! You’ve giving us the best collection of their singles (in the best quality!) over the years, and for that I am most grateful! Pete was such a light in our lives, and I lament his passing to this day. Thank you for your enthusiasm and the love you have for such a monumental musical entity! I so love your write up concerning them. Pete was so unapologetic for the… Read more »
Jeff, thank you so much for this beautiful message—it means the world to me. You’re absolutely right: it just wouldn’t be Pride Month without Pete Burns and Dead or Alive. Their music—and especially Pete’s presence—has left such an indelible mark on so many of us. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to share these singles with this amazing community, and your words remind me why I do it. Pete wasn’t just a performer—he was a walking revolution. Fearless, wild, and totally unbothered by what anyone thought. That kind of authenticity is still rare, and it deserves to be celebrated… Read more »