Madness ORIG Sth African LP Absolutely EX '80 Stiff SEEZ(B)29 Ska revival
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Oct 10, 2025
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Madness ORIG Sth African LP Absolutely EX '80 Stiff SEEZ(B)29 Ska revival
Original South African LP released in 1980 on Stiff Records. Cat: SEEZ (B) 29. Comes with printed inner bag which is in Excellent condition.
A classic example of a second album delivering more of the same, at least on the surface, Absolutely does benefit from the kinetic energy of being recorded quickly in the aftermath of Madness’ immediate success with One Step Beyond. Absolutely does motor ahead on breakneck ska rhythms, but it never quite feels as raw as its predecessor, and that hint of gloss serves the three big hit singles very well: the schoolyard nostalgia of “Baggy Trousers” has a bit of a sepia-toned lilt with this extra dose or production, the terrific “Embarrassment” slides by so smoothly it’s possible to not realize what an expertly crafted piece of pop it is, and “The Return of the Los Palmas 7” has a nice element of swinging ‘60s lounge cinema.
Tracks : Baggy trousers/ Embarrassment/ E.R.N.I.E./ Close escape/ Not home today/ On the beat Pete/ Solid gone/ Take it or leave it/ Shadow of fear/ Disappear/ Overdone/ In the rain/ You said/ Return of the Los Palmas 7.
There are some spindle marks on labels. Record has some light scuff marks that cause a few light crackles and is in EXcellent condition. Cover has light ring wear, some light marks and light scuffing on corners and is in VG+ condition.
Wrapping method: All records are sent in stiff cardboard mailers then wrapped in brown paper and sealed around edges with brown packaging tape. Records are taken out of sleeve to avoid seam splits and ring wear.
Post methods within Australia: All records are posted via Australia Post. Within Australia all items come with a tracking number.
Post method for overseas: All parcels are sent via Australia Post standard airrmail with tracking number.
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1678 (GS 9.8.2 (1678))
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