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.
MACK AND MABEL In Concert LP vinyl record 1988 musical soundtrack First Night
Price: £7.99
Condition: Used
OMD Orchestral Manoeuvres In the Dark The Best of OMD Vinyl LP 1988 OMD1 Ex/VG+
Price: £41.28
Condition: Used
Michael Jackson Off The Wall LP Album vinyl record limited picture disc 2018
Price: £29.97
Condition: New
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PLAY DEAD 'The Collection' limited edition blue vinyl - 10-track anthology 2023
Price: £10.79
Condition: New
IAN HUNTER - SHORT BACK n’ SIDES 1981 vinyl LP U.S. 1st PRESS CHR 1326 Vinyl Ex
Price: £16.32
Condition: Used
Huey Lewis And The News / Picture This UK 1982 CHR 1340 ROCK EXCELELNT LP VINYL
Price: £12.12
Condition: Used
Hue and cry job lot 2x records UK 1987/1988 jazz/funk very good+ LP vinyl
Price: £16.08
Condition: Used
Cameo Word Up UK 12" Vinyl Record Single 1986 JABX38 Great Condition
Price: £3.80
Condition: Used
RAY GOODMAN & BROWN - Take It To The Limit Vinyl LP Album Record EMI ST-17235
Price: £6.44
Condition: Used
The Beatles - I Want To Hold Your Hand - 7" Picture Disc Single - LTD Re - (EX)
Price: £18.92
Condition: Used
FLEETWOOD MAC Tusk 1979 UK 7" vinyl single Never Make Me Cry original K17468 45
Price: £9.04
Condition: Used
Bee Gees "E.S.P"12" Vinyl Lp+ Inner Lyric WB Records 925 541-1 WX83 German Press
Price: £3.84
Condition: Used
Hank Williams Jr There's A Tear In My Beer 7" vinyl USA Warner Bros 1989 in
Price: £5.92
Condition: Used
Loose Ends - Hangin' On A String (Extended Dance Mix) 12" Vinyl Record Single
Price: £5.91
Condition: Used
Spandau Ballet 1985 The Singles Collection Chrysalis Vinyl LP Album Record
Price: £4.87
Condition: Used
Winger In The Heart Of The Young Vinyl LP Record NEAR MINT COPY Atlantic 1990
Price: £32.99
Condition: Used
U2 The Unforgettable Fire Vinyl Record EX/EX 1984 Album Island Records U2 5
Price: £34.99
Condition: Used
Electric Light Orchestra Balance Of Power Vinyl Record VG+/VG 26467 1986
Price: £20.00
Condition: Used
SKY - THE GREAT BALLOON RACE VINYL LP1985 EPIC RECORDS EPC 26419 A1/B1 VG+VG+
Price: £10.60
Condition: Used
A Guy Called Gerald Voodoo Ray Original 12" Vinyl Record Single Good Condition
Price: £18.92
Condition: Used
The Jam - The Gift - ORIGINAL 1982 UK POLYDOR VINYL LP - MOD REVIVAL
Price: £19.39
Condition: Used
LIONEL RICHIE-LIONEL RICHIE 1982 ALBUM RECORD 80'MUSIC VINYL LP EX / EX
Price: £12.95
Condition: Used