{"product_id":"various-artists-hit-factory-3-1989-vinyl-lp-record","title":"Various Artists – Hit Factory 3 (1989) 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\u003eHit Factory 3: The Best of Stock Aitken Waterman brings together the bright melodies, electronic rhythms and polished production of Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman. Released in 1989 on Fanfare and PWL, this compilation features Rick Astley, Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Brother Beyond, Samantha Fox and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first record presents twelve selections, ranging from the upbeat “Take Me to Your Heart” and “I’d Rather Jack” to Kylie and Jason’s romantic duet “Especially for You”. The collection also includes “Help!” by Bananarama and Lananeeneenoonoo, alongside the ensemble recording of “Ferry ’Cross the Mersey”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special double-album edition adds a second record containing nine 12-inch mixes arranged into two Pumping Party Mix sides. The pictured gatefold sleeve includes artist photographs and notes, making it an engaging snapshot of the Stock Aitken Waterman sound at the end of the 1980s.\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\u003e“Take Me to Your Heart” – Rick Astley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA brisk electronic rhythm and an immediately catchy chorus give this track its buoyant appeal. Astley’s rich vocal provides a distinctive contrast to the bright production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Made in Heaven” – Kylie Minogue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn energetic pop selection with a light, uplifting feel. Its insistent rhythm and melodic hooks capture the dance-oriented side of the compilation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Especially for You” – Kylie \u0026amp; Jason\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA romantic duet that offers a gentler change of pace. The shared vocals and measured arrangement place the emphasis on melody rather than dancefloor momentum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I’d Rather Jack” – The Reynolds Girls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA playful, rhythm-led track with a direct, memorable refrain. Its cheeky attitude brings a different personality to the collection’s polished pop sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“He Ain’t No Competition” – Brother Beyond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright harmonies and a driving beat make this a lively second-side highlight. The combination of an assertive chorus and upbeat arrangement fits neatly into the Hit Factory style.\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: Various Artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Hit Factory 3: The Best of Stock Aitken Waterman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1989\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: Fanfare \/ PWL Records\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue No.: HF8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Double Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio: Stereo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinyl colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain album: 12 tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonus album: Pumping Party Mix One and Pumping Party Mix Two, incorporating nine selections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Pop \/ Dance-Pop \/ Hi-NRG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecade: 1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducers: Stock Aitken Waterman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging: Gatefold picture sleeve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarcode: 5099926119632\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\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59522213314908,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1938\/8252\/files\/Various_Artists_Hit_Factory_3_1989_Vinyl_LP_Record.jpg?v=1792064715","url":"https:\/\/www.groovejunkievinyl.co.uk\/products\/various-artists-hit-factory-3-1989-vinyl-lp-record","provider":"Groove Junkie Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}