The Cult - Love (Vinyl LP | EU Original | 1985)

The Cult – Love is the 1985 album that made The Cult known internationally – with the singles “She Sells Sanctuary” and “Rain” it blends goth rock, post-punk and classic hard rock. It was produced by Steve Brown. On offer is the European original pressing from 1985 on Virgin / Beggars Banquet (207 388) in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Virgin / Beggars Banquet – 207 388
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold
• Pressing: EU Original
• Country: Europe
• Year: 1985
• Genre: Rock – Goth Rock, Post-Punk
• Inserts: Inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Sleeve: VG (sticker rip-off on back of sleeve, wear)

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Nirvana
2. The Big Neon Glitter
3. Love
4. Brother Wolf, Sister Moon
5. Rain

Side B

1. The Phoenix
2. The Hollow Man
3. Revolution
4. She Sells Sanctuary
5. Black Angel

Personnel

Ian Astbury (vocals), Billy Duffy (guitar), Jamie Stewart (bass, keyboards); Mark Brzezicki (drums, except “She Sells Sanctuary”), Nigel Preston (drums on “She Sells Sanctuary”). Produced by Steve Brown.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes – the 1985 European edition on Virgin / Beggars Banquet, catalogue number 207 388, in a gatefold sleeve.

Who plays drums on “She Sells Sanctuary”?
Nigel Preston drums on the single track; Mark Brzezicki plays on the rest of the album.

What does media VG+ / sleeve VG mean?
VG+ (Very Good Plus) means light signs of use with good playback. VG (Very Good) means clear signs of use – here a sticker rip-off on the back. Details on our Vinyl Grading page.

Do you have more 80s rock?
Yes – have a look at our Rock collection.