Pretenders – The Singles (LP, Compilation, Club Edition, Columbia House, 1987, Sire W1-25664)

Why This Record Matters
The Singles gathers the band's most successful recordings from their first decade, including "Brass In Pocket," "Back On The Chain Gang," "Middle Of The Road," and "Don't Get Me Wrong." It remains one of the best introductions to Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders' influential blend of new wave and rock.

Collector Note
Verified 1987 US Columbia House Club Edition. Matrix/runout: Side A W1-25664A-1A G1 B4; Side B W1-25664B-1A G1 A2. Includes the original printed inner sleeve.

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

Condition & Details
Media: NM with exceptionally clean surfaces and minimal signs of handling.
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear.
Inner Sleeve: Original printed inner sleeve included.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Club Edition, Columbia House
Label: Sire – W1-25664
Country: US
Released: 1987
Genre: Rock
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: W1-25664A-1A G1 B4
Side B: W1-25664B-1A G1 A2

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Stop Your Sobbing 2:37
A2 Kid 3:04
A3 Brass In Pocket 3:05
A4 Talk Of The Town 3:14
A5 I Go To Sleep 2:55
A6 Day After Day 4:01
A7 Message Of Love 3:24
A8 Back On The Chain Gang 3:50

Side B
B1 Middle Of The Road 4:12
B2 2000 Miles 3:37
B3 Show Me 4:07
B4 Thin Line Between Love And Hate 3:39
B5 Don't Get Me Wrong 3:47
B6 Hymn To Her 4:28
B7 My Baby 4:07
B8 I Got You Babe (with UB40) 3:10

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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