The Orchids - The Orchids (Vinyl LP)

The Orchids – The Orchids is the only album by the Californian all-female band, released in 1980 and produced by Kim Fowley. Rock with power-pop energy, including Girls, The Boy Can't Dance and Radio Dream (The Last Song). Featuring Laurie McAllister, previously of the Runaways.

On offer is the original 1980 US pressing on MCA Records (MCA-3235) with lyric insert.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: MCA-3235
• Format: Vinyl LP Album
• Pressing: US Original
• Country: USA
• Released: 1980
• Genre: Rock – more in Rock
• Features: Lyric insert

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• 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. Girls (3:35)
2. The Boy Can't Dance (3:35)
3. Bad Guys (3:28)
4. When Does Love Turn Out Right (3:32)
5. Daughters Of Babylon (3:35)

Side B

1. Blame It All On The Night (2:50)
2. Turn Off The Lights (2:39)
3. I'm No Fool (2:24)
4. Sunshine Fire (4:56)
5. Radio Dream (The Last Song) (1:51)

Personnel

Kim Fowley (Producer [Produced And Directed By]), Che Zuro (Lead Guitar, Piano, Vocals, Synthesizer), Laurie Bell (Drums, Vocals, Percussion), Laurie McAllister (Bass, Vocals), Sunbie Sinn (Guitar, Piano, Vocals).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original 1980 US pressing on MCA Records.

Which well-known songs are included?
Among others Girls, The Boy Can't Dance, Bad Guys, Sunshine Fire and Radio Dream (The Last Song).

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 Rock collection.