The Pretenders – Learning To Crawl (LP, 1984, Sire 1-23980)

Why This Record Matters
Learning To Crawl is widely regarded as one of The Pretenders' strongest albums and includes enduring hits such as "Back On The Chain Gang," "Middle Of The Road," "My City Was Gone," and "2000 Miles." The album marked a successful return for the band during a challenging period in its history.

Collector Note
1984 US Columbia House Pitman pressing on Sire Records. Original pressings remain popular among collectors of new wave, alternative rock, and 1980s college radio favorites.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG with signs of use consistent with a solid player copy
Sleeve: VG with general shelf and handling wear
Includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Club Edition, Columbia House, Pitman Press
Label: Sire – 9 W1-23980, 1-23980
Country: US
Released: 1984
Genre: Rock
Style: Alternative Rock, New Wave

Matrix / Runout
Side A: P W1-23980 A-1B
Side B: P W1-23980B-1E

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Middle Of The Road 4:08
A2 Back On The Chain Gang 3:44
A3 Time The Avenger 4:47
A4 Watching The Clothes 2:46
A5 Show Me 4:00
Side B
B1 Thumbelina 3:12
B2 My City Was Gone 5:14
B3 Thin Line Between Love And Hate 3:33
B4 I Hurt You 4:27
B5 2000 Miles 3:30

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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