{"product_id":"44-05081","title":"Elvis Costello - The Only Flame in Town (12\" Single) (1984) Vinyl 12\" Single •","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/h3\u003e 44-05081\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eMusical Styles:\u003c\/h3\u003e 1980s, Art Rock, Classic Rock, Contemporary R\u0026amp;B, New Wave, Pop Rock, Post-Punk, Synth-Pop\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eSleeve Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Excellent (EX)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eRecord Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Near Mint (NM or M-)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eVinyl plays nicely; a few light hairlines (play-graded). 12\" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front\/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is unbroken and easy-to-read with mild-wear. Shelf-wear along top\/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eTracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col style=\"margin-top: 0px ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe Only Flame In Town (Special Mix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBaby, It's You (Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe )\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003ePump It Up (1984 Monster Mix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eAbout The Record:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eThe Only Flame in Town (12\" Single),\u003c\/span\u003e by Elvis Costello, released in 1984, is a notable release from his seventh studio album, \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eGoodbye Cruel World\u003c\/span\u003e, showcasing a polished pop sound with new wave influences. The title track, \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eThe Only Flame in Town\u003c\/span\u003e, features a duet with Daryl Hall and a vibrant music video, becoming a modest hit, peaking at No. 56 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 71 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The 12\" single includes extended mixes and B-sides like \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eBaby It's You\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003ePump It Up (Remix)\u003c\/span\u003e, reflecting Costello's versatility and his collaboration with The Attractions. Historically, the single marks a period of transition for Costello, as he explored a more commercial sound amid mixed critical reception for the parent album. Despite its limited chart success, \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eThe Only Flame in Town\u003c\/span\u003e remains a fan favorite for its catchy melody and 1980s production sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Record Vision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52793763168537,"sku":"44-05081","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/6937\/8329\/files\/LP-elvis_costello-the_only_flame_in_town_12_single.jpg?v=1783554600","url":"https:\/\/record-vision.myshopify.com\/products\/44-05081","provider":"Record Vision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}