BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1982
“Voyeur” is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Kim Carnes for her seventh studio album of the same name (1982). Written by Carnes, her husband Dave Ellingson, and Duane Hitchings, the song is an uptempo synthpop track. It is the first track from the album, and it’s lead single. It peaked at #29 on the Billboard Hot 100.
“Voyeur” was a hit in the United States and in Europe, where it peaked highest in Norway (#5). It featured a then-controversial music video, which was later banned for its suggestiveness. The song received a nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance at the 1983 Grammy Awards.
SIDE A:
Voyeur (Extended Version) 5:45
SIDE B:
Voyeur (Extended Version) 5:45
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
U.S. CHART HISTORY:
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Voyeur | U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | #29 |
| 1982 | Voyeur | U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play | #52 |
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: EMI America – SPRO 9845
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: Synth-pop
CREDITS:
Producer, Recorded By – Val Garay
Recorded By [Assistant] – Niko Bolas
Written-By – D. Ellingson*, D. Hitchings*, K. Carnes*
NOTES:
From the forthcoming LP “VOYEUR”
Same track appears on both sides.
Find the 12″ at DISCOGS
VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net
EQUIPMENT USED:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge: Ortofon 2M
Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Isolation: Auralex Acoustics ISO-Tone Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Schiit Mani
Soundcard: ESI Juli@ XTe Audio Interface
Monitiring: Novation Audiohub 2×4 Audio Interface
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE USED:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling: iZotope RX Advanced 2, ocenaudio
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)
MP3 (320kbps)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
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This song was the theme of the soap opera (Novela) “Sol de Verão” (1982). I didn’t even know there was an extended version… Thnk Paul
🙂 Thanks!!!
“Voyeur” was a big hit in Brazil in 1982-83 due to TV Globo’s soap opera “Sun of Summer”. In the international soundtrack there are also: Carl Carlton, The Korgis, Eddy Grant, Captain Sensible, Yazoo, Duran Duran and Janet Jackson.
Thank you Paul. I love Kim Carnes. I have this mix on CD. It is included on the 2001 remastered edition of the album “voyeur”. Still waiting for a proper rip of “Abadabadango”. The 12″ single contains 2 exclusive remixes which were never released digitally. Have a nice weekend.
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“Voyeur” is a song I am extremely fond of. I have so many great memories of this song from when it was played on my college radio station when the record first came out. I really love Kim Carnes and her music. It’s such an interesting voice, like Bonnie Tyler. Your post of her “Draw of the Cards” is such a highlight for me also. I am so happy that you’ve posted this 12-inch mix. I’m hearing it in my head right now and I’ll probably be hearing it all through the Memorial Day weekend. Have a fantastic weekend Paul… Read more »
Thank you, Jeff. happy Memorial Day weekend 🙂
B-side is missing….
There is no b-side it’s a 12″ promo same track on both sides. I mentioned it in the release notes.