Robert Palmer – Riptide (LP, Album, Club Edition, Stereo, Carrollton Pressing, 1985, Island Records A1-90471)

Why This Record Matters
Riptide became Robert Palmer's commercial breakthrough and features his signature hit “Addicted To Love.” The album combines polished rock, pop, and sophisticated production from Bernard Edwards, helping establish Palmer as one of the defining solo artists of the 1980s. Original US pressings remain popular with collectors of classic rock and MTV-era releases.

Collector Note
1985 US Columbia House club edition pressed at Columbia Records' Carrollton, Georgia plant. Identified by the G1 runout markings and Columbia House manufacturing credits. Includes the original printed inner sleeve and features the original hit version of “Addicted To Love.”

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light surface wear and strong playback throughout
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Club Edition, Stereo, Carrollton Pressing
Label: Island Records – A1-90471
Country: US
Released: 1985
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: STIL855795-1A G1 A4
Side B: STIL855796-1A G1 A4

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Riptide 2:24
A2 Hyperactive 5:08
A3 Addicted To Love 6:01
A4 Trick Bag 3:01

Side B
B1 Get It Through Your Heart 2:49
B2 I Didn't Mean To Turn You On 3:43
B3 Flesh Wound 3:43
B4 Discipline Of Love 6:06
B5 Riptide (Reprise) 2:00

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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