John Cougar - American Fool - Japanese Vintage Vinyl
American Fool is the 1982 album that made John Cougar a household name. Produced by Don Gehman with Cougar himself, it reached number one on the Billboard 200 and held the top spot for nine weeks.
"Jack & Diane", his little ditty about two American kids, went to number one, while "Hurts So Good" reached number two and won him a Grammy for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. "Hand To Hold Onto" added another hit, and songs like "Danger List", "Thundering Hearts" and "Weakest Moments" show the Midwestern grit, driven by Kenny Aronoff's drumming, that carried him through the decade.
This is the Japanese edition on Riva, catalogue P-11217, made by Warner-Pioneer. Japanese pressings from the early 1980s are valued for their quiet vinyl and careful quality control, which lets the punchy drums and ringing guitars come through clearly.
A heartland rock essential for any classic rock collection.
- Media Condition: VG+
- Jacket Condition: VG+
- OBI Strip Condition: VG+
- Additional Notes: Includes liner notes
Side A
1. Hurts So Good
2. Jack & Diane
3. Hand To Hold Onto
4. Danger List
5. Can You Take It
Side B
1. Thundering Hearts
2. China Girl
3. Close Enough
4. Weakest Moments
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Avoid extreme heat or sunlight. Definitely don’t let it mingle with any Justin Bieber records. Treat it like your grandma — gentle, respectful, and quiet during Murder, She Wrote.
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John Cougar - American Fool - Japanese Vintage Vinyl
