Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Liverpool (Мелодия / Melodiya USSR 1987) Rare Soviet Pressing

A rare Soviet edition of Frankie Goes To Hollywood 's second studio album, "Liverpool," released in 1987 on the state-owned label Melodiya . The record showcases the British band in their experimental later phase – featuring energetic pop-rock, synth sounds, and ambitious arrangements. Tracks such as "Warriors of the Wasteland" and "Rage Hard" are particularly well-known.

Historical background

Following the worldwide success of Relax and Two Tribes , "Liverpool" (1986) marked Frankie Goes To Hollywood 's attempt to musically reposition themselves – harder, more mature, and with more rock influences. The Melodiya pressing offered here originates from the former Soviet Union and was produced under license for the Eastern European market. Due to limited production runs and the political situation at the time, these editions are now sought after internationally – a fascinating historical document of East-West musical relations in the 1980s.

Product details

• Format: LP

• Artist / Band: Frankie Goes To Hollywood

• Title: Liverpool

• Label: Мелодия (Melodiya) – С60 27879 005

• Year of publication: 1987

• Origin: USSR

• Genre: Synthpop, Pop Rock, New Wave

• Cover condition: Good (VG) – visible abrasion, creases at the corners, back cover with slight stains and edge marks.

• Vinyl condition: Very good (VG+) – glossy, with only a few light hairlines, plays clearly and with low noise.

• Special features: Russian licensed pressing with Cyrillic lettering, rarely available outside Eastern Europe.

Notes

• Rare Soviet edition on Melodiya

• Historical collector's item from the 80s

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