Duran Duran – Rio (LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 3rd Edition, Winchester Pressing, 1982, Capitol Records ST-12211)

Why This Record Matters
Rio is one of the defining albums of the New Wave era, helping launch Duran Duran to international stardom with a polished blend of synth-pop, rock, and unforgettable hooks. Featuring classics including "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Rio," and "Save a Prayer," this U.S. edition reflects the mixes that introduced many American listeners to the band and remains one of the most recognizable albums of the 1980s.

Collector Note
1982 U.S. Winchester Pressing on Capitol Records (ST-12211), the desirable third U.S. edition featuring the David Kershenbaum remixes on most of Side A and the 5:14 "Night Version" of "Hungry Like the Wolf." This copy includes the original inner sleeve and Precision-mastered lacquers from Capitol's Winchester pressing plant.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: Strong VG
Sleeve: VG+
Original inner sleeve included.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, 3rd Edition, Winchester Pressing
Label: Capitol Records – ST-12211
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: Electronic, Rock, Pop
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ST-1-12211-Z-18 #4 Precision ─◁
Side B: ST-2-12211-Z11 ─◁ Precision

Tracklist

Side A
A1 Rio – 5:28
A2 My Own Way – 4:36
A3 Lonely In Your Nightmare – 4:52
A4 Hungry Like The Wolf – 5:14
A5 Hold Back The Rain – 6:32

Side B
B1 New Religion – 5:31
B2 Last Chance On The Stairway – 4:18
B3 Save A Prayer – 5:33
B4 The Chauffeur – 5:12

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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