The Cars - Shake It Up (Vinyl LP | UK Original | 1981)

The Cars – Shake It Up was released in November 1981 on Elektra and is the Boston band's fourth studio album. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, it combines Ric Ocasek's catchy new wave songwriting with sleek synth sounds. Highlights are the title track “Shake It Up”, “Since You're Gone” and “Think It Over”.

On offer is the UK original pressing from 1981 on Elektra (K 52330).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Elektra – K 52330
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: UK Original
• Country: UK
• Released: 9 Nov. 1981
• Genre: Electronic, Rock, New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-pop – more in New Wave

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.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Since You're Gone (3:30)
2. Shake It Up (3:32)
3. I'm Not The One (4:12)
4. Victim Of Love (4:24)
5. Cruiser (4:54)

Side B

1. A Dream Away (5:44)
2. This Could Be Love (4:26)
3. Think It Over (4:56)
4. Maybe Baby (5:04)

Personnel

Ric Ocasek (Written-By, Performer), Benjamin Orr (Performer), Elliot Easton (Performer), Greg Hawkes (Performer), David Robinson (Performer), Roy Thomas Baker (Producer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the UK original pressing from 1981 on Elektra.

Which songs stand out?
The title track “Shake It Up”, “Since You're Gone” and “Think It Over”.

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.