{"product_id":"cars-candy-o-1979-us-1st-press-vg-vg","title":"Cars - Candy-O 1979 US 1st Press VG+\/VG+","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE CARS - CANDY-O\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDive back into the sleek, high-octane definitive era of New Wave with The Cars’ masterpiece sophomore album, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eCandy-O\u003c\/i\u003e. Released in 1979 under the masterful production of Roy Thomas Baker, this record flawlessly balances power-pop precision with the raw, driving edge of rock and roll. Featuring timeless, hook-laden anthems like \"Let's Go\" and \"It's All I Can Do,\" alongside the brooding title track, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"400\"\u003eCandy-O\u003c\/i\u003e remains a masterclass in synths, sharp guitar riffs, and unforgettable melodies. Complete with its iconic, pin-up cover art painted by legendary artist Alberto Vargas, this album isn't just a listening experience—it’s an essential piece of rock history that belongs in every serious vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1979 US release by Elektra, catalog #5E-507.  First pressing from Specialty plant with RTB (Roy Thomas Baker) initials in runouts; no artist\/title on the front cover.  Track B5 listed as \"Dangerous Type\" on back cover, \"The Dangerous Type\" on inner sleeve tracklist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve grades VG+.  \u003c\/strong\u003eSlight corner dings, minor creases along spine and in upper left and upper right (hard to notice on the white cover; more noticeable on the back); a couple minor stain\/spots on the front if you're looking for them.  Not an archive quality cover, but meets the VG+ grading criteria and should satisfy most people looking for a high quality first pressing of this album.  Includes the original inner sleeve in good condition but has two small seam splits and some ringwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl grades VG+.  \u003c\/strong\u003ePlays through with no issues or deficiencies.  There are some hairlines\/insertion marks on both sides of the vinyl, mostly visible under direct light\/magnification - nothing that impacts the playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CS5 Vinyl and Memorabilia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47221173616771,"sku":null,"price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3553\/6003\/files\/WIN_20260528_18_18_45_Pro.jpg?v=1780011324","url":"https:\/\/cs5music.com\/products\/cars-candy-o-1979-us-1st-press-vg-vg","provider":"CS5 Vinyl and Memorabilia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}