{"product_id":"girlfriend-is-better-talking-heads-7-promo","title":"Girlfriend Is Better, Talking Heads - 7\" Promo","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTalking Heads – Girlfriend Is Better (7\" Promo)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Talking Heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Girlfriend Is Better (Remix) \/ Girlfriend Is Better (Live)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e 7\" Vinyl Promo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release:\u003c\/b\u003e 1983 (UK\/Europe) \/ 1984 (Australia\/US)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Sire \/ EMI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Deep Dive\" Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Stop Making Sense\" Hype:\u003c\/b\u003e While the song originally appeared on \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eSpeaking in Tongues\u003c\/i\u003e, the promo single was released to capitalize on the 1984 concert film \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"158\"\u003eStop Making Sense\u003c\/i\u003e. Most promos feature the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"201\"\u003eStudio Remix\u003c\/b\u003e on the A-side and the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"236\"\u003eLive version\u003c\/b\u003e on the B-side. The live version here is a unique edit specifically for the 7\" format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Rare Australian \"Sample\" (7-259445):\u003c\/b\u003e In Australia, the promo was released via \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003eEMI\/Sire\u003c\/b\u003e. Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003e\"Sample Record - Not For Sale\"\u003c\/b\u003e text printed directly on the yellow Sire label (not a sticker). Australian Sire promos are highly collectible because they used a heavier vinyl weight than the US \"Quiex\" pressings of the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe US \"Mono\/Stereo\" Rarity:\u003c\/b\u003e If you have the US Sire promo (Catalog: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003e7-29215\u003c\/b\u003e), check if it features \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eStereo\u003c\/b\u003e on one side and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"123\"\u003eMono\u003c\/b\u003e on the other. This was common for 7\" radio promos in the early 80s to accommodate both AM and FM radio stations. The Mono mix is a distinct \"fold-down\" that is highly prized by audiophiles because it packs more punch in the drum and bass frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Extended\" Confusion:\u003c\/b\u003e The label often lists the track as \"Girlfriend Is Better.\" However, the promo version is frequently the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"130\"\u003e3:32 Single Edit\u003c\/b\u003e. This edit is rare on vinyl today as most modern compilations only use the full 5-minute album version or the longer live version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMatrix\/Runout - \"Sterling\" Stamp:\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the word \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eSTERLING\u003c\/b\u003e stamped in the runout. This indicates the record was mastered at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003eSterling Sound\u003c\/b\u003e in NYC by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003eTed Jensen\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"165\"\u003eGeorge Marino\u003c\/b\u003e. Their mastering on Talking Heads records is legendary for its wide dynamic range—essential for the \"jittery,\" funk-heavy percussion of this track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Talking Heads, Girlfriend Is Better, 7 inch Vinyl, Promo Single, 1984, Sire Records, Stop Making Sense, David Byrne, Rare Talking Heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTags:\u003c\/b\u003e New Wave Classics, 80s Funk Rock, Rare Promos, Talking Heads Collector, Sterling Sound Master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Talking Heads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51402117710141,"sku":"5651","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/R-2052380-1639997274-6464.jpg?v=1771484750","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/girlfriend-is-better-talking-heads-7-promo","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}