Why This Record Matters
Waiata continued Split Enz’s shift into sophisticated new wave and experimental pop songwriting during the early 1980s. The album includes “History Never Repeats” and “One Step Ahead,” two of the band’s most enduring and influential recordings.
Collector Note
1981 US Pitman pressing on A&M Records, catalog number SP-4848. Alternate cover variations and early US pressings remain collectible among Split Enz and Finn Brothers collectors.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: VG with solid playback and moderate cosmetic wear, strong overall player copy
Sleeve: VG with light shelf wear and a crease visible primarily on the back cover
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Green/White/Grey Cover, Pitman Pressing
Label: A&M Records – SP-4848
Country: US
Released: 1981
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: Leftfield, Pop Rock, Experimental
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Side A
A1 Hard Act To Follow 3:17
A2 One Step Ahead 2:52
A3 I Don't Wanna Dance 3:31
A4 Iris 2:50
A5 Wail 2:49
A6 Clumsy 3:29
Side B
B1 History Never Repeats 3:00
B2 Walking Through The Ruins 4:15
B3 Ships 3:01
B4 Ghost Girl 4:26
B5 Albert Of India 4:03
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.
Why This Record Matters
Waiata continued Split Enz’s shift into sophisticated new wave and experimental pop songwriting during the early 1980s. The album includes “History Never Repeats” and “One Step Ahead,” two of the band’s most enduring and influential recordings.
Collector Note
1981 US Pitman pressing on A&M Records, catalog number SP-4848. Alternate cover variations and early US pressings remain collectible among Split Enz and Finn Brothers collectors.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: VG with solid playback and moderate cosmetic wear, strong overall player copy
Sleeve: VG with light shelf wear and a crease visible primarily on the back cover
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Green/White/Grey Cover, Pitman Pressing
Label: A&M Records – SP-4848
Country: US
Released: 1981
Genre: Rock, Pop
Style: Leftfield, Pop Rock, Experimental
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Side A
A1 Hard Act To Follow 3:17
A2 One Step Ahead 2:52
A3 I Don't Wanna Dance 3:31
A4 Iris 2:50
A5 Wail 2:49
A6 Clumsy 3:29
Side B
B1 History Never Repeats 3:00
B2 Walking Through The Ruins 4:15
B3 Ships 3:01
B4 Ghost Girl 4:26
B5 Albert Of India 4:03
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.
