The Cars – Shake It Up (Vinyl LP, 1981, Elektra 5E-567, US Specialty Pressing)

Why This Record Matters
Shake It Up is The Cars’ fourth studio album, pairing the band’s sharp new wave sound with pop hooks on songs like “Shake It Up,” “Since You’re Gone,” and “I'm Not The One.” Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, this 1981 release includes the band’s first U.S. Top 10 single, the title track.

Collector Note
This U.S. Elektra pressing was pressed by Specialty Records Corporation and includes the original printed inner sleeve with lyrics, credits, and band photo. The runouts include Sterling and RTB markings.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light signs of handling
Sleeve: VG+ with strong overall presentation
Inner Sleeve: Original printed inner sleeve included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Elektra – 5E-567
Country: US
Released: 1981
Genre: Rock
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock, Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Side A: 5E-567-A-SH-SP 0-3SM1-3 RTB-2 △977 STERLING + SLM +
Side B: 5E-567-B-SH-SP 0-2SM2-4 SP RTB-2 △977X STERLING + SLM + [A̶l̶l̶i̶e̶d̶ ̶"̶ɑ̶"̶ ̶l̶o̶g̶o̶]

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Since You're Gone – 3:30
A2 Shake It Up – 3:32
A3 I'm Not The One – 4:12
A4 Victim Of Love – 4:24
A5 Cruiser – 4:54

Side B
B1 A Dream Away – 5:44
B2 This Could Be Love – 4:26
B3 Think It Over – 4:56
B4 Maybe Baby – 5:04

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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