Name: Stretched The 12" Mixes
Brand: Sparks

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

V282

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Colour

Clear

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-11-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

4009910238714

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Total Cap

2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / clear

Artist

Sparks

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

Repertoire Records 

Repertoire Records is a multinational label that specializes in reissuing sought after rock releases from the beat, progressive, and psychedelic genres. They focus on using the original cover art and often release limited editions as well as new editions of earlier reissues. To ensure accuracy, detailed documentation is provided to help distinguish between different versions. Repertoire Records is distributed in Austria by Ixthuluh Tonträger-Vertrieb and LPs mastered by Peter Harenberg can be identified by the handwritten 'H1' at the runout area.

Brothers Ron and Russell Mael from Los Angeles, USA have been making diverse music since 1969 under various incarnations of Sparks. In 1979 they ditched the guitars and keyboards of glam geek rock and started working with Italian producer Giorgio Moroder, beginning a love affair with electronic music.
Since then they have collaborated with a variety of artists including Finitribe, Les Rita Mitsouko, Erasure, Faith No More and Franz Ferdinand. Their innovative approach to music has earned them a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim throughout their career.
With their unique blend of genres and unmistakable style, Sparks continue to push boundaries in the world of music. Whether it's through their captivating live performances or their thought-provoking lyrics, this iconic duo remains an influential force in the industry.

Sparks brothers Ron and Russell Mael have endeared themselves to successive generations of fans since the early 1970s and are numbered among the most influential acts ever. Franz Ferdinand , Siouxsie Sioux, the Pet Shop Boys and many more are numbered among Sparks loyal disciples, while the group’s following is truly international. This collection of 12-inch versions of Sparks work pays homage to the extended mixes that were often created in the studio for use in discos. 

They found success in Europe in 1979 working with Italian-born producer Giorgio Moroder who, with Pete Bellotte, had turned US singer Donna Summer into a megastar with his hypnotically repetitive Eurodisco instrumental style. Beat The Clock and Tryouts For The Human Race were early results. They then moved on to register US dancefloor hits with the likes of I Predict and Cool Places - a collaboration with Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Gos. This unique compilation brings these mixes together on vinyl for first time, including many rare disco and club mixes that are essential listening for any Sparks or Giorgio Moroder fans.

Side A Tryouts For The Human Race – 12” A Side (USA) Extended Version Beat The Clock – 12” A Side (UK) Extended Version Young Girls – 12” A Side (UK) Disco Version

Side B I Predict – 12” A Side (France) Extended Version Modesty Plays – 12” A Side (France) Extended Version Cool Places feat. Jane Wiedlin – 12” A Side (France) Extended Version

Side C All You Ever Think About Is Sex – 12” A Side (USA) Club Version Dance Godammit – 12” B Side (USA) Club Version Pretending To Be Drunk – 12” A Side (USA) Extended Version Kiss Me Quick – 12” B Side (USA) Extended Version

Side D Progress – 12” A1 (USA) Vocal / Extended Club Mix Sparks In The Dark – 12” A2 (USA) Instrumental / Extended Club Mix With All My Might – 12” B Side (USA) Vocal / Extended Club Mix