Donna Summer - The Wanderer (1980) Vinyl LP • Cold Love

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Vinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases; little scuffing, small surface abrasions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (lyrics); one seam mostly split, one seam partially split. Spine is readable with mild wear. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier wear across bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. The Wanderer
2. Looking Up
3. Breakdown
4. Grand Illusion
5. Running For Cover
6. Cold Love
7. Who Do You Think You're Foolin'
8. Nightlife
9. Stop Me
10. I Believe In Jesus

About The Record:

The Wanderer, by Donna Summer, marks a bold musical shift as she moves away from her signature disco sound toward rock and new wave influences while still showcasing her powerful vocals and songwriting contributions on several tracks. This album features a narrative concept following a young woman's adventurous journey escaping small-town life, blending earthy themes with spiritual elements like her faith-inspired closer I Believe in Jesus, earning Grammy nominations for tracks such as Cold Love in the rock category. Fan-favorites and standout cuts include the title track with its energetic, Elvis-inspired delivery, along with Cold Love and Who Do You Think You're Foolin' for their catchy hooks and emotional depth, making it a critically acclaimed favorite for many despite the era's disco backlash. It was also notable for being her first release on Geffen Records and featuring one of her earliest music videos. The title track hit No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 while the album reached No. 13 on the Billboard 200.