Ace of Base: Cruel Summer (1998 Rare 4-Track Remix CD Single) – London Records (Very Good)

Bring the ultimate sound of a 90s summer to your music library with this rare, original 1998 physical CD maxi-single release of "Cruel Summer" by Ace of Base. Issued in the UK by London Records under license from Mega Records, this brilliant cover version of the iconic 1983 Bananarama classic exploded onto the global charts, hitting the Top 10 in both the UK and the US Billboard Hot 100.

Produced by the legendary Danish production duo Cutfather & Joe, this version perfectly blends the haunting minor-key melody of the original track with a driving, sun-soaked upbeat Euro-reggae pop rhythm.

This specific 4-track listing is the premium club configuration, highly sought after by physical media collectors and DJs for featuring the rare, extended Hartmann & Langhoff Club Mix alongside the massive Big Bonus Edit (mixed by Johnny Jam & Delgado). A wonderful, high-energy time capsule for 90s dance archivists and Swedish pop completists.

1. Cruel Summer (Cutfather & Joe Edit) – 3:33
2. Cruel Summer (Big Bonus Edit) – 4:05 (Remixed by Johnny Jam & Delgado)
3. Cruel Summer (Hartmann & Langhoff Short Mix) – 3:23
4. Cruel Summer (Hartmann & Langhoff Club Mix) – 7:45 (Rare 7-minute extended version)

• Artist: Ace of Base
• Record Label: London Records 90 Ltd. / Polydor GmbH under license from Mega Records (1998)
• Catalog Number / Barcode: ACECD 8 / 567 813-2 / 731456781327

• Overall Condition: Pre-owned in Very Good condition.
• Disc Condition: Features the original bright yellow-and-orange sunflower graphic disc face design. The data playing surface is beautiful and exceptionally clean, showing only minor, light hairline handling marks consistent with careful normal storage, and plays flawlessly through all four tracks without any skipping or reading errors.
• Inlay Booklet & Case: The custom paper J-card insert remains structurally crisp, sharp, and clean with rich color depth, completely free of any pen writing or water damage. The slimline plastic case shows standard minor storage shelf scuffs but has no cracks or broken hinges.
• Please review the provided close-up photographs to examine the exact track list, barcode typography, and physical case presentation before purchasing.