U2 "4 U2 Play" pack of early 7" singles - colored vinyl

$

898

Extremely rare 1982 pack of U2's first four singles - all on CBS Records, all on colored vinyl, released in Ireland.

This is a set of four early U2 singles which come in a big plastic holder.  These singles were released in Ireland--I bought it as an import here in the US in 1982.  The container they come in is a clear plastic pack with slots for all 4 singles.  At the top is a cardboard sign which says "4 U2 Play" (get it?) and "Exclusive to Ireland".  Above the cardboard sign are two eyelets which allow you to hang the plastic pack on the wall, if you wish.

The condition of the vinyl for all four 7" singles:  VG+ condition (I didn't play these singles much at all after buying them).
The condition of the sleeves vary from record to record due to some of the sleeves printed on very thin paper and some printed on thicker durable card stock.  I will give detailed condition descriptions below.
The condition of the plastic pack is VG+.  Although I have kept it folded for 26 years, the plastic has not cracked at all.

INFORMATION FOR ALL SINGLES

Label:    All are on CBS Records--I presume these tracks were under ownership of CBS before U2 signed to Island?
Catalog#:     CBS 7951, CBS 8306, S CBS 8687, S CBS 9065
Format:     4 x Vinyl, 7", Limited Edition, all on colored vinyl
Country:    Ireland
Released:    1982

TRACK LISTINGS/COVER DESCRIPTIONS:

CBS 7951
Front cover shows three black-and-white images of a young boy along with song titles.  Back cover shows black-and-white images of a very young U2 playing live on stage.

A    Out Of Control
B1  Stories For Boys
B2  Boy / Girl
NOTE:  Out Of Control and Stories For Boys are somewhat different versions than those found on the Boy LP.

Vinyl Color: Bright orange.

Condition:
Vinyl in VG+ condition; cover in VG condition except for slight "dog ear" on bottom left corner.

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CBS 8306
Front cover shows black and white graphics of two balloons with faces on them (see photo).  Back cover gives handwritten track/recording info alongside drawing of faceless child standing next to a grave holding the strings of the balloons from the front cover (Underneath track info is written "Sleeve - Bono", which could mean he wrote all the text and drew the pictures himself).

A    Another Day
B    Twilight

NOTE:  Twilight is somewhat different version than that found on the Boy LP.

Vinyl Color: Bright yellow.

Condition:
Vinyl in VG+ condition; cover in VG condition except for the white sleeve on left side of back cover turning a little off-white over the years.

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S CBS 8687
Front cover shows blue and black graphics of clock face (see photo).  Back cover shows black-and-white photo of a very young U2 along with track info/recording info.

A         11 O'Clock Tick Tock
B         Touch

Vinyl Color: Bright yellow.

Condition:
Vinyl in VG+ condition; cover in VG condition except that since it was printed on very thin paper, it has slightly cracked and wrinkled over the years, even without removing it from the plastic sleeve very often!

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S CBS 9065
Front cover shows black-and-white photo of the same tot who would be used for the cover of "Boy" LP.  Back cover shows black-and-white photo of each band member alongside track info and a small bit of production info.

A         I Will Follow
B         Boy / Girl (Live)

Vinyl Color: White vinyl.

Condition:
Vinyl in VG+ condition; cover in VG+ condition because it was printed on a thicker card stock.

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I'm selling this rare U2 record pack because my vinyl collection has grown into a hairy beast, chomping into every nook and cranny of my tiny house.  Since I already have this single on CD, I felt it was time it went to a crazed U2 fan who could enjoy it for years to come.

I will be selling a huge amount of vinyl singles (and a few LP's) over the next few months so check my auctions often.  New items will be added every week (or more).  Good luck with the bidding and thanks for looking.

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