The Monroes – Let’s Go (UK 12″)

BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1985

“Let’s Go” is a single by Norwegian new wave band The Monroes taken from their second studio album “Face Another Day” released in 1985.

The Monroes were formed in 1983 by guitarist Eivind Rølles and vocalist Lage Fosheim, who both played in the band Broadway News, which was dissolved in 1982. Monroes was initially inspired by the English band Madness, but after their first album went in the direction of smoother pop music.

Sadly both members of The Monroes have passed away, Eivind Rølles died on March 18, 2013, at the age of 54 and Lage Fosheim died on October 19, 2013, at the age of 55.

SIDE A:
Let’s Go (12″ Version) 5:01

SIDE B:
Beating Of A Lover’s Heart 4:21
Let’s Go 3:23

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Parlophone ‎– 12R 6105
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM
Country: UK
Released: 1985
Genre: Electronic
Style:New Wave, Synth-pop

CREDITS:
Design – Nigel Winfield
Producer – Bob Sargeant

NOTES:
From the album “Face Another Day”

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:
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)
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German from Argentina
German from Argentina
February 26, 2019 6:21 pm

I remember “Cheerio” and “(Stay with Me) Jeanette”. Both were big hits in Argentina. Thank you Paul.

DJMrTim
DJMrTim
February 20, 2019 3:07 pm

Great track from a little known (in the US) band. Not to be confused with the San Diego based Power Pop/New Wave one-hit wonder The Monroes who released “What Do All the People Know” in 1982. Thanks.

Jeff
Jeff
February 20, 2019 9:50 am

Paul!! Count me in as a fan of The Monroes too! And I loved what Jermajesty had to say about what you’re posting. I feel like I’m back in the 1980’s, discovering new music all the time. This is music I love and it’s better because you’re the one “playing” the records. It’s like I’m discovering things left and right and at all turns. You are amazing. I hate to use such an overused adjective, but you are so above extraordinary; like,…. you’re miraculous! I just worship you Paul. You’re just the sweetest and knowledgeable person I know. Thank you… Read more »

Daniel
Daniel
Reply to  Jeff
February 20, 2019 10:53 am

I usually begin to comment with “Wow Paul!” but now I have to say “wow Jeff!”. What a wonderful comment. I totally agree with you. You express in words exactly what I feel deep inside of me. Yes Paul is amazing with everything he does but you are amazing too with your outstanding comments. I really feel blessed to be part of this wonderful community.

In honesty

Daniel

Jeff
Jeff
Reply to  Daniel
February 21, 2019 12:31 pm

Daniel, thank you so very much for your kind words. You are such an incredibly sweet person and I love that you and I and so many others are involved with Paul’s beautiful Burning The Ground site sharing in all the music displayed and discovering like minded individuals here. I love reading of your utter excitement when Paul rips a record that is most dear to you. You have got to be one of the nicest people I’ve never met. I think the world of you Daniel. Paul’s site attracts special people and you’re one of them. Have a nice… Read more »

Troy
Troy
February 19, 2019 9:46 pm

Love these Totally Obscure 8’s records! Please keep them coming!

Daniel
Daniel
February 19, 2019 2:25 pm

Never heard about The Monroes. I like this song. The guitar sounds great. It makes me think a bit of Roxette’s Dressed for success. Thank you Paul for introducing me to this norwegian band. Please keep up this fantastic series of Totally Obscure 80s.

Daniel
Daniel
Reply to  Daniel
February 19, 2019 4:36 pm

Bonus beats. Just purchased their album “Face another day” on discogs. It contains this single and another song I just discovered on youtube. That’s the wonderful ballad “Cheerio”. I’m so happy about this new discovery and that is all because of you Paul. My music angel striked again 🙂

OMAR
OMAR
February 19, 2019 12:10 pm

Thanks Paul.

Jermajesty
Jermajesty
February 19, 2019 11:51 am

I’ve got to hand it to you Paul – it’s 7/7 so far in your Totally Obscure 80s – neither me nor my friends have heard of any of these tracks, or bands, which is quite remarkable, esp given that you’re posting a lot of British stuff. This one sounds a bit J. Geils Band (Centrefold), and also reminds me of something like Squeeze or Joe Jackson. BTW do you know the Joe Jackson song It’s Different For Girls? It’s frikkin’ awesome. Please keep up your total obscureness. I’ll never forget the day you posted Toto Coelo’s fourth single. You’re… Read more »

Simon
February 19, 2019 11:44 am

Looks like the wrong front cover, Paul!

Simon
Reply to  DjPaulT
February 19, 2019 11:59 am

All sorted now – it originally appeared as Hall & Oates’ Possession Obsession!