Thompson Twins – Side Kicks (Vinyl LP, 1983, Arista AL 6607)

Why This Record Matters
Side Kicks marked the Thompson Twins’ breakthrough as the trio of Tom Bailey, Alannah Currie, and Joe Leeway, reaching the U.S. album charts in 1983. Produced by Alex Sadkin and recorded at Compass Point Studios, it includes “Love On Your Side,” “Lies,” and “We Are Detective.” The album also features “If You Were Here,” later prominently used in Sixteen Candles.

Collector Note
This 1983 U.S. Arista AL 6607 pressing has the supplied A1/HPM runout configuration on both sides. The deadwax also carries stamped STERLING markings, identifying mastering at Sterling Sound.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG
Strong VG sleeve.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Label: Arista – AL 6607
Country: US
Released: 1983
Genre: Electronic
Style: Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Side A runout, etched: A1 <--> AL 6607 SA HPM 1
Side B runout, etched: A1 <--> AL 6607 SB HPM1
Side A/B runout, stamped: STERLING

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Love On Your Side – 3:32
A2 Tears – 5:00
A3 Lies – 3:15
A4 We Are Detective – 3:05
A5 Love Lies Bleeding – 2:51

Side B
B1 Watching – 3:57
B2 If You Were Here – 2:55
B3 Kamikaze – 3:57
B4 Judy Do – 3:48
B5 All Fall Out – 5:25

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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