The Communards With Sarah Jane Morris – Don't Leave Me This Way (12", 1986, MCA Records MCA-23665, Gloversville Pressing)

Why This Record Matters
The Communards’ 1986 recording of “Don't Leave Me This Way,” featuring Sarah Jane Morris alongside Jimmy Somerville, became a major international hit and topped the UK singles chart. This US 12-inch expands the track into the 11-minute Mega Mix and 13-minute Gotham City Mix alongside the original version.

Collector Note
US 1986 MCA Records 12-inch picture-cover release pressed at MCA’s Gloversville plant, identified by the ▣-G-▣ runout marks. This pressing contains three versions of “Don't Leave Me This Way,” including the extended Mega Mix and Gotham City Mix.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
Label: MCA Records – MCA-23665
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop, Hi NRG

Matrix / Runout
Side A: MCA 5963-A SS1 ▣-G-▣
Side B: MCA 5964-B SS2 ▣-G-▣

Tracklist
Side A
A Don't Leave Me This Way (Mega Mix) – 11:00

Side B
B1 Don't Leave Me This Way (The Gotham City Mix) – 13:00
B2 Don't Leave Me This Way (Original Version) – 4:50

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.

About Maple City Music
Maple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.