Tears For Fears – Songs From The Big Chair (LP, Album, Stereo, 53 - Hauppauge Pressing, 1985, Mercury 422-824 300-1 M-1)

Why This Record Matters
Songs From The Big Chair is one of the defining albums of the 1980s, combining sophisticated production with massive international hits. The album includes “Shout,” “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” “Head Over Heels,” and “Mothers Talk,” helping establish Tears For Fears as one of the era's most influential bands. Original US pressings remain highly collectible among new wave and alternative rock fans.

Collector Note
1985 US Hauppauge Record Manufacturing pressing identified by HRM runout markings and the "53" plant designation. Features Sterling Sound mastering with Greg Calbi's distinctive baseball etching in the deadwax. Early US pressings are favored for their strong sound quality and original mastering.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light surface wear and clean playback
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf and edge wear

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, 53 - Hauppauge Pressing
Label: Mercury – 422-824 300-1 M-1
Country: US
Released: 1985
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: New Wave, Alternative Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: 422824-300-1-AS-HRM 1 A-1 STERLING ⚾︎
Side B: 422824-300-1-BS-HRM 1 B-2 STERLING ⚾︎

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Shout 6:35
A2 The Working Hour 6:29
A3 Everybody Wants To Rule The World 4:10
A4 Mothers Talk 3:53
Side B
B1 I Believe 4:53
B2 Broken 2:33
B3 Head Over Heels 5:00
B4 Listen 6:54

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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