Sinéad O'Connor - The Lion And The Cobra (Vinyl LP)

Sinéad O’Connor – The Lion And The Cobra is a 1987 album by the Irish singer, which she produced herself together with Kevin Moloney. It includes “Mandinka”, “Jerusalem” and “Troy”; Enya provides the spoken voice on “Never Get Old”. On offer is the European original pressing on Chrysalis/Ensign (208 563) with original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Chrysalis / Ensign – 208 563
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Pressing: EU – Original
• Country: Europe
• Year: 1987
• Genre: Pop, Pop Rock, Alternative Rock (Indie Rock)
• Inserts: Original inner sleeve

Condition

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

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Jackie
2. Mandinka
3. Jerusalem
4. Just Like U Said It Would B
5. Never Get Old

Side B

1. Troy
2. I Want Your (Hands On Me)
3. Drink Before The War
4. Just Call Me Joe

Personnel

Sinéad O’Connor (vocals, electric guitar, songwriting), Rob Dean (guitar), Spike Hollifield (bass), John Reynolds (drums, electronics), Mike Clowes (keyboards, synthesizer), Marco Pirroni (guitar on A2), Kevin Mooney (guitar, bass on B4), Enya (spoken word on A5), Leslie Winer (spoken word on B4). Produced by Sinéad O’Connor, co-produced by Kevin Moloney.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes – this is the European first edition from 1987 with catalogue number 208 563, manufactured in Germany.

Who speaks on “Never Get Old”?
The spoken voice on “Never Get Old” is Enya; on “Just Call Me Joe” you hear Leslie Winer.

What does media NM- / sleeve VG+ mean?
NM- means almost like new with at most minimal traces, VG+ for the sleeve means light signs of wear. More at Vinyl Grading.

Do you have more pop rock?
Yes – browse our Pop Rock collection.