The Knack – Get The Knack (Vinyl, 1979, Capitol Records SO-11948)

Why This Record Matters
Get The Knack became one of the biggest debut albums of the late 1970s, propelled by the massive hit “My Sharona.” Its blend of power pop hooks, new wave energy, and Beatles-inspired songwriting helped define the transition from 1970s rock into the new wave era.

Collector Note
1979 US Winchester pressing on Capitol Records, catalog number SO-11948. Steve Hall-mastered copies are sought after by collectors looking for original US pressings of this breakthrough album.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG with visible cosmetic wear consistent with a solid player copy
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf and edge wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Winchester Pressing, Steve Hall
Label: Capitol Records – SO-11948
Country: US
Released: Jun 1979
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Steve Hall mastering (per pressing identification)
Additional runout details not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Let Me Out 2:20
A2 Your Number Or Your Name 2:57
A3 Oh Tara 3:04
A4 (She's So) Selfish 4:30
A5 Maybe Tonight 4:00
A6 Good Girls Don't 3:07

Side B
B1 My Sharona 4:52
B2 Heartbeat 2:11
B3 Siamese Twins (The Monkey And Me) 3:25
B4 Lucinda 4:00
B5 That's What The Little Girls Do 2:41
B6 Frustrated 3:51

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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