Tracy Bonham – The Burdens Of Being Upright (CD, 1996, Island Records 314-524 187-2, US)

Why This CD Matters
The Burdens Of Being Upright is Tracy Bonham's 1996 debut album and includes her breakthrough single “Mother Mother.” The album also features “The One,” “Sharks Can't Sleep,” and “One Hit Wonder,” combining alternative rock with Bonham's vocals, guitar, violin, and classically informed musicianship. The album earned Bonham Grammy nominations for Best Alternative Music Performance and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance.

Collector Note
This U.S. CD edition was issued by Island Records under catalog number 314-524 187-2 on March 19, 1996. Its 12-track program opens with “Mother Mother” and concludes with “The Real.” Matrix/runout information has not been specified for this copy.

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

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Island Records – 314-524 187-2
Country: US
Released: Mar 19, 1996
Genre: Rock
Style: Alternative Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Mother Mother – 3:00
Navy Bean – 2:49
Tell It To The Sky – 4:05
Kisses – 2:20
Brain Crack – 1:05
The One – 3:26
One Hit Wonder – 3:01
Sharks Can't Sleep – 4:33
Bulldog – 2:07
Every Breath – 2:33
30 Seconds – 3:14
The Real – 3:16

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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