Paul Young – The Secret Of Association (Vinyl, LP, Album, 1985, Columbia FC 39957)

Why This Record Matters
The Secret Of Association was Paul Young's commercial breakthrough in the United States, driven by the chart-topping hit "Every Time You Go Away." The album blends sophisticated pop production with blue-eyed soul influences that defined mid-1980s adult contemporary radio. It remains Young's most recognizable studio album.

Collector Note
1985 US Pitman pressing on Columbia Records, catalog number FC 39957. Mastered by Vlado Meller, whose "VLADO" signature appears in the runout. Original copies with the factory inner sleeve remain the most desirable format for collectors of 1980s pop rock.

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

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

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Pitman Pressing
Label: Columbia – FC 39957
Country: US
Released: 1985
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: P (MP) O AL 39957-1H VLADO
Side B: P-? O AL 39957-1E SUE

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Bite The Hand That Feeds 4:28
A2 Every Time You Go Away 5:23
A3 I'm Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down 5:06
A4 Standing On The Edge 4:36
A5 Soldier's Things 6:20

Side B
B1 Everything Must Change 5:34
B2 Tomb Of Memories 3:53
B3 One Step Forward 3:42
B4 Hot Fun 4:25
B5 This Means Anything 3:13
B6 I Was In Chains 5:43

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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