Paul Young – The Secret Of Association Cassette Tape (1985 UK/Europe Release, CBS 40-26234)
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Paul Young – The Secret Of Association Cassette Tape (1985 UK/Europe Release, CBS 40-26234)
£3.50
Add a definitive piece of 1980s sophisti-pop to your collection with Paul Young's chart-topping second studio album, The Secret of Association. This original 1985 cassette release from CBS Records (Catalog No. 40-26234) features the definitive UK track configuration—notably including the special extended remix versions and an extra track embedded right into the cassette layout.
Produced by Laurie Latham for LOL Productions, this certified multi-platinum album includes the massive global #1 hit single "Everytime You Go Away" (written by Daryl Hall), alongside iconic tracks like "I'm Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down", "Everything Must Change", and "Tomb of Memories". Powered by Young's soulful vocal delivery and Pino Palladino's legendary fretless bass work, this album is a masterclass in mid-80s production.
An ideal addition for retro tape enthusiasts, pop music collectors, or anyone curating a premium vintage cassette library.
Product Highlights:
- Format: Original Cassette Tape (Stereo, Dolby System)
- Label / Pressing: CBS Records / Made in England / Europe
- Catalog Number: CBS 40-26234
- Barcode/Price Codes: CB 481 / 57 / LC 0149
- Genre: Pop / New Wave / Sophisti-Pop / 80s Soul
Condition Report
- Overall Condition: Very Good (VG)
- Cassette Shell: Very Good (VG). Features the original black plastic shell with vintage off-white paper labels. The text stamping, tracklists, and classic CBS logo are clear, dark, and perfectly legible. Very minor surface scuffs from age.
- Inlay / J-Card: Very Good Plus (VG+). The multi-panel paper foldout remains crisp, displaying the iconic portrait of Paul Young on the front cover. The inner panels include full performance credits (crediting Pino Palladino, Ian Kewley, and others). Clean corners, bright graphics, and free from any handwriting or ink stamps.
- Plastic Jewel Case: Good (G) to Very Good (VG). Housed in an authentic clear vintage case showing standard light surface shelf wear and hairline scuffs. Hinges and teeth are fully functional and secure.
Side 1
- Bite The Hand That Feeds
- Everytime You Go Away (Extended Mix)
- I'm Gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down (Extended Mix)
- Standing On The Edge
- Soldier's Things
- Man In The Iron Mask
Side 2
7. Everything Must Change
8. Tomb Of Memories
9. One Step Forward
10. Hot Fun
11. This Means Anything
12. I Was In Chains
7. Everything Must Change
8. Tomb Of Memories
9. One Step Forward
10. Hot Fun
11. This Means Anything
12. I Was In Chains