Why This Cassette Matters
“Short Sharp Shocked” is Michelle Shocked’s breakthrough release, blending folk, punk attitude, and political storytelling. It became a defining album of late-80s alternative folk.
Collector Note
Recognized debut-era release with crossover appeal between folk and alternative collectors. Not rare, but consistently sought after in clean condition.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Tape: VG+. Professionally cleaned for optimal playback.
Case & Insert: VG+. Original case and insert present with light general wear; clean and fully intact.
Technical Details
Label: Mercury / PolyGram Records
Format: Cassette, Album
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Rock, Folk
Style: Alternative Rock, Folk
Track Listing
When I Grow Up
Hello Hopeville
Memories Of East Texas
(Making The Run To) Gladwater
Graffiti Limbo
If Love Was A Train
Anchorage
The L&N Don’t Stop Here Anymore
V.F.D.
Black Widow
Matrix / Runout
Not applicable / not visible.
Shipping & Handling
Tape in cassette professionally cleaned
Ships with protective outer bag
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 quality media. Every item is handled with care to ensure it arrives exactly as described.
Why This Cassette Matters
“Short Sharp Shocked” is Michelle Shocked’s breakthrough release, blending folk, punk attitude, and political storytelling. It became a defining album of late-80s alternative folk.
Collector Note
Recognized debut-era release with crossover appeal between folk and alternative collectors. Not rare, but consistently sought after in clean condition.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Tape: VG+. Professionally cleaned for optimal playback.
Case & Insert: VG+. Original case and insert present with light general wear; clean and fully intact.
Technical Details
Label: Mercury / PolyGram Records
Format: Cassette, Album
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Rock, Folk
Style: Alternative Rock, Folk
Track Listing
When I Grow Up
Hello Hopeville
Memories Of East Texas
(Making The Run To) Gladwater
Graffiti Limbo
If Love Was A Train
Anchorage
The L&N Don’t Stop Here Anymore
V.F.D.
Black Widow
Matrix / Runout
Not applicable / not visible.
Shipping & Handling
Tape in cassette professionally cleaned
Ships with protective outer bag
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 quality media. Every item is handled with care to ensure it arrives exactly as described.
