Vinyl Records from the Era of Big Hair and Big Sound: The 1980s
The 1980s was a decade that saw the resurgence of vinyl records, with many music lovers seeking out the unique sound and tactile experience of listening to music on physical media. As the era of big hair and big sound, the 1980s was home to some of the most iconic and influential bands in rock history, from the likes of Guns N' Roses and Bon Jovi to Def Leppard and Van Halen. And what better way to experience their music than on vinyl?
During this era, record labels began to release a wide range of albums on vinyl, including classic rock records, new wave and post-punk releases, and even the occasional pop album. This led to a golden age for vinyl collecting, as fans sought out rare and hard-to-find LPs to add to their collections. And with the advent of digital music formats in the 1990s, vinyl continued to evolve, becoming a sought-after collectible item that's still popular today.
The sound quality of vinyl records from the 1980s is particularly noteworthy, with many albums featuring warm and richly detailed soundscapes that were expertly mastered by top audio engineers. Whether you're listening to the soaring vocals of Axl Rose on Guns N' Roses' "Appetite for Destruction" or the thunderous riffs of Eddie Van Halen on Van Halen's "1984", vinyl records from this era offer an unparalleled listening experience that's hard to replicate with digital formats.
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![The Specials - The Singles [VINYL] Sent Sameday*](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/855344/thumb_Main_855344_66eb628bedaa0.jpg "The Specials - The Singles [VINYL] Sent Sameday*")
![Bob Marley - Legend [VINYL]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/855345/thumb_Main_855345_66eb628bc8448.jpg "Bob Marley - Legend [VINYL]")
Motörhead : Ace of Spades VINYL 40th Anniversary 12" Album Box Set 3 discs
Price: £35.38
Condition: New
Jane's Addiction | Black Vinyl LP | Nothing's Shocking | Rhino
Price: £32.39
Condition: New
Style Council The JAM Come To Milton Keynes 45 7" Single with Unique Sleeve
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
NWA | Black Vinyl LP | Straight Outta Compton | Ruthless Records
Price: £32.99
Condition: New
Brideshead Revisited Soundtrack; Burgon; Vinyl LP (Chrysalis CDL 1367) 12 Inch
Price: £3.95
Condition: Used
The Farmer's Boys : Get Out & Walk & Free 12" Single - 1983 - EMI Vinyl LP
Price: £7.49
Condition: Used
![The Smiths - Louder Than Bombs [VINYL]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/855357/thumb_Main_855357_66eb6283904d4.jpg "The Smiths - Louder Than Bombs [VINYL]")
![DEPECHE MODE MUSIC FOR THE MASSES [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862607/thumb_Main_862607_66ec2d3fd5720.jpg "DEPECHE MODE MUSIC FOR THE MASSES [Vinyl]")
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![Madness Mad Not Mad [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862609/thumb_Main_862609_66ec2d4363fa2.jpg "Madness Mad Not Mad [Vinyl]")
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![Whitney Houston Whitney [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862611/thumb_Main_862611_66ec2d415fded.jpg "Whitney Houston Whitney [Vinyl]")
![Queen Is Dead [180 Gram Vinyl] by The Smiths (Record, 2012)](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862612/thumb_Main_862612_66ec2d40daea1.jpg "Queen Is Dead [180 Gram Vinyl] by The Smiths (Record, 2012)")
Various - The Chart Show - Rock The Nation - 2x 12” Vinyl Album Kiss INXS ADD 2
Price: £3.00
Condition: Used
MOTORHEAD/GIRLSCHOOL/ 7" Vinyl/St Valentines Day Massacre/3 trk.EP/1980 BRO 116
Price: £10.00
Condition: Used
![The Cure The Head On The Door [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862615/thumb_Main_862615_66ec2d48db05c.jpg "The Cure The Head On The Door [Vinyl]")
![Cocteau Twins Head Over Heels [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862616/thumb_Main_862616_66ec2d4a1cb97.jpg "Cocteau Twins Head Over Heels [Vinyl]")
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CLIFF RICHARD SILVER BOX SET DOUBLE VINYL PLUS BOOKLET EMI RECORDS
Price: £6.99
Condition: Used
![Kate Bush Hounds of Love (Vinyl LP 12") Raspberry Beret [NEW]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862619/thumb_Main_862619_66ec2d4c89fa1.jpg "Kate Bush Hounds of Love (Vinyl LP 12\") Raspberry Beret [NEW]")
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Pixies Doolittle 25 B-Sides, Peel Sessions and Demos [Vinyl] Collector's Edition
Price: £35.09
Condition: New
George Michael - Listen Without Prejudice - Original Vinyl 1990 Record LP Album
Price: £19.99
Condition: Used
![Together Pangea Bulls and Roosters [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862623/thumb_Main_862623_66ec2d4ead4c7.jpg "Together Pangea Bulls and Roosters [Vinyl]")
![Lack Of Knowledge Grey [Vinyl]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/862624/thumb_Main_862624_66ec2d4f3a588.jpg "Lack Of Knowledge Grey [Vinyl]")
INXS : Kick Vinyl***NEW*** Value Guaranteed from eBay’s biggest seller!
Price: £29.38
Condition: New
Sade : The Best of Sade VINYL 12" Album 2 discs (2016) ***NEW*** Amazing Value
Price: £28.15
Condition: New