When The Wind Blows (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1986)

When The Wind Blows (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is the soundtrack to the 1986 animated film based on Raymond Briggs' graphic novel about nuclear war. Side A features songs by David Bowie (the title song), Hugh Cornwell, Genesis, Squeeze and Paul Hardcastle, while side B is devoted entirely to Roger Waters' film score. A moving album between pop, rock and electronics.

On offer is the 1986 German original pressing on Virgin (208 042).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Virgin – 208 042
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1986
• Genre: Rock, Electronic, Stage & Screen, Soundtrack – more in Soundtracks

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. When The Wind Blows (3:35)
2. Facts And Figures (4:19)
3. The Brazilian (4:51)
4. What Have They Done (3:38)
5. The Shuffle (4:16)

Side B

1. The Russian Missile - Towers Of Faith - Hilda's Dream - The American Bomber - The Anderson Shelter - The British Submarine - The Attack - The Fall Out - Hilda's Hair - Folded Flags (24:26)

Personnel

David Bowie (Title Song), Roger Waters (Film Score), Peggy Ashcroft (Voice of Hilda), John Mills (Voice of Jim), Peter Kennard (Photomontage).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the 1986 German original pressing on Virgin (208 042).

Which well-known songs are included?
Bowie's When The Wind Blows, Genesis with The Brazilian, Squeeze with What Have They Done and Roger Waters' suite on side B.

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 Soundtracks collection.