INXS – Shabooh Shoobah (LP, Album, Specialty Pressing, 1982, ATCO Records 90072-1)

Why This Record Matters
Shabooh Shoobah was the breakthrough album that introduced INXS to a wider international audience. Blending New Wave energy with sharp pop songwriting and rock dynamics, it features standout tracks including "The One Thing" and "Don't Change." The album captures the band just before their global commercial ascent and remains one of the strongest releases in their catalog.

Collector Note
1982 US Specialty pressing on ATCO Records, catalog number 90072-1. Matrix/runout inscriptions featuring MASTERDISK RL confirm mastering by renowned engineer Robert Ludwig, while the SRC markings identify manufacture by Specialty Records Corporation. Includes the original inner sleeve. RL-mastered early pressings are particularly sought after for their exceptional sound quality.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean, glossy surfaces and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Specialty Pressing
Label: ATCO Records – 90072-1, ATCO Records – 7 90072-1
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: STC-835143-A MASTERDISK RL SRC logo 1-1 SM 1-1
Side B: STC-835144-A MASTERDISK RL 1-1 SM 1-2 SRC logo

Tracklist
Side A
The One Thing 3:23
To Look At You 3:54
Spy Of Love 3:55
Soul Mistake 2:56
Here Comes 2:59

Side B
Black And White 3:39
Golden Playpen 3:02
Jan's Song 3:19
Old World New World 3:37
Don't Change 4:24

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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