The Associates Sulk (40th Anniversary Edition/Blue Vinyl Record)

Formed in Dundee, Scotland in 1979, The Associates were comprised of vocalist Billy Mackenzie and multi-instrumentalist Alan Rankine. Built on an eclectic mix of influences and interests ranging from art rock to glam and disco, the duo found early success with their debut record The Affectionate Punch in 1981. Their second studio album Sulk, released in 1982, was the group's definitive statement, a fascinating blend of lush, New Romantic popcraft and dark, surreal cabaret stylings. Upon its release, he album was voted the album of the year by Melody Maker. This 40th Anniversary edition celebrates Sulk, the original album remastered, on 140g Blue Vinyl for the first time. Sulk, Billy Mackenzie recalled before his death in 1997, “was a real liberation. It had the essence of what I’m about. I realized I could create my own sunshine.”

Tracklist

Disc: 1
• Arrogance Gave Him Up (2016 Remaster)
• No (2016 Remaster)
• Bap De La Bap (2016 Remaster)
• Gloomy Sunday (2016 Remaster)
• Nude Spoons (2016 Remaster)

Disc: 2
• Skipping (2016 Remaster)
• It's Better This Way (2016 Remaster)
• Party Fears Two (2016 Remaster)
• Club Country (2016 Remaster)
• Nothinginsomethingparticular (2016 Remaster)

Protection
Each record is protected within its record sleeve by a white vellum anti-dust sleeve.

Packaging
All items are shipped brand-new and unopened in original packaging. Every record is shipped in original factory-applied shrink wrap and has never been touched by human hands.