Graham Parker And The Shot – Steady Nerves (Vinyl LP) Still Sealed

Graham Parker And The Shot – Steady Nerves was released in 1985 on Elektra and was produced by Graham Parker himself. His long-time companion Brinsley Schwarz plays guitar – high-energy power pop and rock with sharp lyrics. Best known is “Wake Up (Next To You)”, alongside “Break Them Down” and “Lunatic Fringe”.

On offer is the original US pressing from 1985 on Elektra (9 60388-1), still sealed; the sleeve has a small cut-out.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Elektra – 9 60388-1
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Pressing: US Original
• Country: US
• Released: 1985
• Genre: Alternative Rock, Rock, Power Pop – more in Alternative Rock
• Features: still sealed, CO – small cut-out

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: Still Sealed
• Cover: VG+ (still sealed; CO – the sleeve has a small cut-out)

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Break Them Down (4:32)
2. Mighty Rivers (3:22)
3. Lunatic Fringe (3:15)
4. Wake Up (Next To You) (5:10)
5. When You Do That To Me (3:35)

Side B

1. The Weekend Is Too Short (4:06)
2. Take Everything (3:05)
3. Black Lincoln Continental (3:10)
4. Canned Laughter (2:25)
5. Everyone's Hand Is On The Switch (3:26)
6. Locked Into Green (2:27)

Personnel

Graham Parker (Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar, Producer), Brinsley Schwarz (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals), George Small (Keyboards), Kevin Jenkins (Bass), Mike Braun (Drums), George Marino (Mastered By).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original US pressing from 1985 on Elektra (9 60388-1), still sealed.

Which songs are best known?
Mainly “Wake Up (Next To You)”, plus “Break Them Down” and “Lunatic Fringe”.

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 Alternative Rock collection.