The Kinks – Word Of Mouth (Vinyl, 1984, Arista AL 8-8264)

Why This Record Matters
Word Of Mouth continued The Kinks' successful 1980s run and features one of the band's most enduring songs from the later era, “Living On A Thin Line.” The album balances arena-ready rock with Ray Davies' sharp songwriting and social commentary.

Collector Note
1984 US Carrollton club edition pressing on Arista, catalog number AL 8-8264. Runout inscriptions indicate original release-period metalwork from the album's initial production era, making this an original-era pressing despite the club designation.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean glossy surfaces and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Club Edition, Carrollton Pressing
Label: Arista – AL 8-8264
Country: US
Released: Nov 19, 1984
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL8 8264A G/A G1 A7
Side B: AL8 8264B G/A G1 A6

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Do It Again 4:09
A2 Word Of Mouth 3:48
A3 Good Day 4:33
A4 Living On A Thin Line 4:12
A5 Sold Me Out 3:43

Side B
B1 Massive Reductions 3:14
B2 Guilty 4:12
B3 Too Hot 3:57
B4 Missing Persons 3:24
B5 Summer's Gone 3:53
B6 Going Solo 3:20

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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