The Cure – Disintegration (LP, Album, Carrollton, 1989, Elektra 60855-1)

Why This Record Matters
Disintegration is widely regarded as The Cure's masterpiece, blending atmospheric production, post-punk textures, and emotionally expansive songwriting. Featuring "Pictures Of You," "Lovesong," "Lullaby," and "Fascination Street," it remains one of the most influential alternative rock albums ever released.

Collector Note
1989 US Carrollton pressing on Elektra Records, catalog number 60855-1. Includes original inner sleeve and original Carrollton runout markings. Original US copies remain highly sought after among collectors of alternative rock, post-punk, and 1980s vinyl.

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 ring wear visible on the upper portion of the front cover, a small corner ding on the bottom right corner, and original inner sleeve included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Carrollton
Label: Elektra – 60855-1, Elektra – 9 60855-1
Country: US
Released: Apr 28, 1989
Genre: Electronic, Rock, Pop
Style: Alternative Rock, Post-Punk

Matrix / Runout
Side A: STE 60855 A 1A G1 MP B1
Side B: STE 60855-B 1A G1 MP A3

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Plainsong 5:12
A2 Pictures Of You 7:24
A3 Closedown 4:16
A4 Love Song 3:28
A5 Lullaby 4:08
A6 Fascination Street 5:16
Side B
B1 Prayers For Rain 6:04
B2 The Same Deep Water As You 9:18
B3 Disintegration 8:18
B4 Untitled 6:30

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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