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Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Blood & Chocolate (180g)
Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Blood & Chocolate (180g)
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Elvis Costello & The Attractions – Blood & Chocolate (180g Vinyl LP)
Dive into the raw energy of 1986 with Elvis Costello & The Attractions' Blood & Chocolate, a powerful statement on 180-gram vinyl. This album delivers a potent blend of Rock and New Wave, capturing a distinct mood of intensity and lyrical brilliance. For collectors seeking premium Alternative Rock vinyl LPs, this pressing offers an essential sonic experience.
About the Album
Released in 1986, Blood & Chocolate marked a significant return to form for Elvis Costello & The Attractions, reuniting with his classic backing band for a sound that was both urgent and introspective. The album stands as a testament to their enduring chemistry, showcasing sharp songwriting and a visceral performance that resonates with fans of his earlier, more aggressive output. It's a pivotal entry in the extensive Elvis Costello discography.
The Vinyl Experience
Experience the full dynamic range of this iconic record on a pristine 180-gram Vinyl LP. The robust wax ensures a stable playback, allowing every guitar riff and vocal nuance to emerge with clarity and the warm analog sound sought by audiophiles. A true pleasure for any turntable, this pressing invites a deep needle drop into its grooves.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Elvis Costello & The Attractions
- Label: Universal
- Genre: Rock / Alternative Rock / New Wave
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, serious collectors, fans of 1980s alternative rock, intense listening sessions
Collector's Note
Few records from the mid-1980s capture such raw, unvarnished emotion with the lyrical dexterity of Blood & Chocolate. This 180-gram pressing offers a premium way to own a piece of 1980s vinyl records history, a true highlight for any discerning collector of Elvis Costello vinyl.
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• Canada: 1 - 5 business days (USPS First Class, FedEx Economy / Priority)
• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
To maintain our uncompromising grading integrity and preserve the delicate nature of physical media all vinyl record sales are final. Because our curators double inspect every copy under high intensity light and play test rare releases to verify audio fidelity we guarantee the exact condition and authenticity described before it leaves our vault.
We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
Our expert curators spend years building direct networks with licensed international distributors private estates and legendary collectors around the globe. We only acquire original copy presses from verified RIAA certified pressing plants and trusted historic suppliers ensuring every archive item is one hundred percent authentic.