David Sylvian – Brilliant Trees (Vinyl LP)

David Sylvian – Brilliant Trees is the solo debut of the former Japan singer, originally released in 1984. Between art rock, hints of jazz and experimental synth-pop, it offers atmospheric songs like Red Guitar, The Ink In The Well and Pulling Punches – with guests such as Holger Czukay and Kenny Wheeler.

On offer is the 1985 European reissue on Virgin (206 343) with the original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Virgin – 206 343
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: EU Reissue
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1985
• Genre: Synth-Pop, Experimental, Art Rock – more in New Wave
• Features: Original inner sleeve (OIS)

Condition

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

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Pulling Punches (5:00)
2. The Ink In The Well (4:29)
3. Nostalgia (5:40)
4. Red Guitar (5:09)

Side B

1. Weathered Wall (5:42)
2. Backwaters (4:50)
3. Brilliant Trees (8:34)

Personnel

David Sylvian (Guitar, Cover Design), Steve Jansen (Drums), Holger Czukay (French Horn, Guitar), Danny Thompson (Double Bass), Kenny Wheeler (Flugelhorn), Steve Nye (Engineer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, this is the 1985 European reissue on Virgin – the album was originally released in 1984.

Which well-known songs are included?
Among others Red Guitar, Pulling Punches, The Ink In The Well and Brilliant Trees.

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.