Thomas Dolby - Close But No Cigar Original 1992 UK 7" Vinyl Picture Sleeve Single (Virgin VS 1410)
£4.50
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Thomas Dolby - Close But No Cigar Original 1992 UK 7" Vinyl Picture Sleeve Single (Virgin VS 1410)
£4.50
Own a rare slice of early-90s synth-pop history with this crisp 1992 UK first-pressing 7" single, featuring a legendary guest appearance by Eddie Van Halen.
- Scarce 1992 UK First Pressing: Released during the decline of the 7" vinyl format, making original copies highly collectible and sought after today.
- Iconic Guest Performance: Features spectacular, distinct rhythm guitar work contributed directly by rock icon Eddie Van Halen on the A-side track.
- Conservatively Graded: Honestly described with clear, transparent notes detailing light handling on the wood-grain art sleeve and superb vinyl gloss.
- Artist: Thomas Dolby
- Title: Close But No Cigar
- Format: 7-Inch Vinyl Single (45 RPM)
- Release Year: 1992
- Country of Manufacture: United Kingdom
- Record Label: Virgin Records Ltd.
- Catalog Number: VS 1410 (International: 115 344)
- Barcode: 5012980141074
- Art Direction: Larry Vigon
Tracklist
Side A (A Side):
- Close But No Cigar - 4:05
Side B (B Side):
2. Neon Sisters - 4:52
2. Neon Sisters - 4:52
Condition Report
- Vinyl Disc: Very Good Plus (VG+). The vinyl is beautifully preserved, retaining a deep, mirror-like glossy sheen across both sides. The black-and-silver Virgin script labels are exceptionally clean, displaying crisp typography with no writing, sticker residue, or heavy spindle trails. Under direct inspection, only a few microscopic superficial paper-sleeve hairlines are present, promising a pristine playback experience.
- Picture Sleeve: Very Good (VG). A very clean, presentable original picture cover featuring the distinct Surrealist pipe artwork. Shows typical light vintage corner softening, mild edge handling wrinkles, and small soft surface indentation lines visible under close light reflection. Completely free of seam splits, writing, or ring-wear tearing.