ABC – Beauty Stab (Vinyl LP | FR Original | 1983)

ABC – Beauty Stab was released in 1983 as the follow-up to The Lexicon Of Love. Instead of lush strings, ABC go for a harder, guitar-driven sound between new wave and pop rock, produced by Gary Langan and the band. Tracks include That Was Then But This Is Now, S.O.S., King Money and United Kingdom.

On offer is the 1983 French original pressing on Vertigo (814 661-1) with original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Vertigo – 814 661-1
• Format: Vinyl LP – Album
• Pressing: FR – Original
• Country: France
• Released: 1983
• Genre: Electronic, Rock, New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-Pop – more in New Wave
• Features: Original inner sleeve (OIS)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, it is the 1983 French original pressing on Vertigo (814 661-1), including original inner sleeve.

How does it differ from its predecessor?
It sounds much more rock- and guitar-oriented than the orchestral The Lexicon Of Love.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our New Wave collection.