Skids The Absolute Game 1980 UK 1st Edition Embossed + Free Album

SKIDS - THE ABSOLUTE GAME (+ BONUS ALBUM)

1980 UK 1st Pressing (First Edition w/ Embossed Sleeve - Still in Shrink!) & Includes the "Free Album" bonus and original insert!

Widely regarded as the band's masterpiece, The Absolute Game marks the pinnacle of Skids' sonic evolution, blending big-room post-punk intensity with majestic, widescreen guitar arrangements. Driven by Stuart Adamson's soaring guitar hooks and Richard Jobson's dramatic, anthemic vocals, the 1980 release produced classic singles like "Circus Games" and "Goodbye Civilian". Produced by Mick Glossop at The Manor, this premier first UK edition comes housed in the distinctive tactile embossed sleeve and includes the scarce, limited-edition bonus LP Strength Through Joy—making it the definitive artifact of the band's peak era.

1980 UK import/release by Virgin, catalogs # V 2174 (LP) and # VDJ 33 (free album).  First pressing, first edition in embossed sleeve with front sticker that says "V2174 CONTAINS FREE ALBUM".

Sleeve grades VG+.  Still in original shrink wrap!  Great condition with just dinged corners.  Includes original insert in excellent condition.

Vinyl grades VG+.  The LP and the free album both play tested great with no issues.  The LP surface is very very clean under magnification, not far from NM... the free album is also super clean and a strong VG+.