Soul Mining, The The

The The – Soul Mining
Intense, emotional, and utterly absorbing — Soul Mining (1983) is The The’s landmark debut, where post-punk edge meets art-pop ambition. Matt Johnson pours out raw honesty and restless spirit across lush synths, deep rhythms, and unforgettable hooks. From the pulsing anthem “Uncertain Smile” (complete with that legendary piano solo) to the brooding “Giant,” the album blends vulnerability, drama, and razor-sharp songwriting. Moody, cinematic, and deeply human, this is a record that crawls under your skin and stays there. Clean vinyl, rich production — essential for collectors of thoughtful ’80s alternative, emotional depth, and music with real soul at its core.

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve