Herbert Grönemeyer – 4630 Bochum (LP, AMIGA, GDR pressing, 1984) – Cult album of German-language pop rock

This LP , "4630 Bochum," by Herbert Grönemeyer, was released in 1984 on the East German label AMIGA as a licensed East German pressing of the successful West German album. With songs like "Männer" (Men) , "Bochum," " Flugzeuge im Bauch" (Butterflies in My Stomach) , and "Alkohol" (Alcohol) , the album is still considered a milestone in German-language pop music. Grönemeyer's unmistakable voice, his genuine Ruhr area charm, and his poetically direct lyrics made the record an emblem of an entire generation.

This AMIGA issue was the first contact for many listeners in the GDR with the West German pop phenomenon Grönemeyer – a fascinating piece of music and contemporary history between East and West.

Historical background:
"4630 Bochum" marked Grönemeyer's definitive breakthrough. The album became the best-selling German pop album of the 1980s and made him the voice of a young generation in transition. The AMIGA licensed pressing not only documents the cultural exchange between West and East Germany, but also symbolically represents the unifying power of German-language music.

Condition:

• Vinyl: Very good (VG+) – glossy surface, slight signs of wear, plays clearly with a powerful sound.

• Cover: Good (VG) – edge wear and minor pressure marks, subtle wear on the front, back cover with fine age spots. Typical chalk lettering design with authentic patina.

Product details:

• Format: LP, 33 1/3 RPM

• Artist: Herbert Grönemeyer

• Album: 4630 Bochum

• Label: AMIGA – 8 56 419

• Year of release: 1984 (Licensed pressing of the West German original EMI Electrola)

• Origin: GDR

• Genre: Pop, Rock, Singer-songwriter

• Design style: Minimalist, handwritten cover with classic 80s typography

Notes:

• Original AMIGA licensed pressing

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