{"product_id":"julia-fordham-julia-fordham-1988-vinyl-lp-record","title":"Julia Fordham – Julia Fordham (1988) Vinyl LP Record","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbum Introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased in 1988 on Circa Records, Julia Fordham’s self-titled debut blends sophisticated pop with jazz and soul influences. Her rich, expressive voice sits at the centre of carefully arranged songs, moving between warm lower notes and soaring melodic passages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by Bill Padley, Grant Mitchell and Julia Fordham, with Hugh Padgham and Fordham producing “The Comfort of Strangers” and “Unconditional Love”, the album includes “Happy Ever After” and “Where Does the Time Go?”. Its thoughtful lyrics and understated instrumentation make it an inviting choice for a relaxed, attentive listen. This copy includes the pictured printed inner sleeve with lyrics, credits and photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand-Out Tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHappy Ever After\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lilting melody and warm vocal delivery introduce the album’s sophisticated pop sound. Beneath its inviting surface, the lyric reflects on apartheid-era South Africa, giving the song a thoughtful emotional weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Comfort of Strangers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA spacious arrangement gives Fordham’s distinctive voice room to unfold. Its reflective mood and measured delivery highlight her ability to make a polished studio recording feel personal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Does the Time Go?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gently flowing song exploring passing time and emotional distance. Fordham’s phrasing brings depth to its questioning lyric, making it one of the album’s most absorbing moments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoman of the 80’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA more rhythmically assertive selection that adds contrast to the quieter material. Its conversational lyric and confident vocal bring a playful edge to the record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnconditional Love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intimate closing track built around an open-hearted expression of devotion. The restrained setting keeps the focus on Fordham’s voice and the song’s emotional directness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_1thwv_191\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Julia Fordham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Julia Fordham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: Circa Records\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue No.: CIRCA 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional sleeve reference: 209 163 630\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP, 11 tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressing: Exact pressing unconfirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded: Printed lyric and credits inner sleeve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducers: Bill Padley, Grant Mitchell and Julia Fordham; Hugh Padgham and Julia Fordham on “The Comfort of Strangers” and “Unconditional Love”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Sophisti-Pop, Pop, Jazz Pop, Soul\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecade: 1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarcode: 5015165000418\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: VG+\/VG+, see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/pages\/condition-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCondition Grading Guide\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/1980s-vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003e1980s Vinyl\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e collection, our full \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eVinyl Records\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range, or our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/compact-discs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCompact Discs\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Julia Fordham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59588599873884,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1938\/8252\/files\/Julia_Fordham_Julia_Fordham_1988_Vinyl_LP_Record.jpg?v=1792408224","url":"https:\/\/www.groovejunkievinyl.co.uk\/products\/julia-fordham-julia-fordham-1988-vinyl-lp-record","provider":"Groove Junkie Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}