John Miles – Stranger In The City (Vinyl LP | UK Original | 1976)

John Miles – Stranger In The City was released on Decca and produced and arranged by Rupert Holmes. The singer and guitarist from the north east of England blends melodic pop rock with classic rock and orchestral arrangements here; the sleeve was designed by Hipgnosis. Highlights are the title track “Stranger In The City”, “Slow Down” and “Manhattan Skyline”.

On offer is the 1976 UK original pressing on Decca (TXS 118) in stereo in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Decca – TXS 118
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold
• Pressing: UK Original
• Country: UK
• Released: 1976
• Genre: Rock, Pop Rock, Classic Rock, Prog Rock – more in Pop / Rock
• Features: Gatefold sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (gatefold)

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Stranger In The City
2. Slow Down
3. Stand Up And Give Me A Reason
4. Time

Side B

1. Manhattan Skyline
2. Glamour Boy
3. Do It Anyway
4. Remember Yesterday
5. Music Man

Personnel

John Miles (Vocals, Guitar), Rupert Holmes (Producer, Arranged By, Conductor), Bob Marshall (Bass), Barry Black (Drums), Gary Moberley (Keyboards), Hipgnosis (Sleeve Design).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the 1976 UK original pressing on Decca (TXS 118).

Is the hit “Music” on this album?
No, “Music” is not on Stranger In The City. Here you get the title track, “Slow Down”, “Manhattan Skyline” and “Remember Yesterday”, among others.

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 Pop / Rock collection.