{"product_id":"various-artists-the-hit-factory-vol-2-1988-vinyl-lp-record","title":"Various Artists – The Hit Factory Vol. 2 (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 Fanfare\/PWL, The Hit Factory: The Best of Stock Aitken Waterman Vol. 2 brings together fourteen tracks showcasing the production partnership of Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman. Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Rick Astley, Bananarama and Mel \u0026amp; Kim lead a line-up built around bright synthesizers, dancefloor rhythms and instantly memorable pop choruses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis volume captures the team’s late-eighties sound through hits including “Love in the First Degree”, “The Harder I Try” and “Who’s Leaving Who?”. Three extended selections add extra appeal: the 12-inch remixes of Jason Donovan’s “Nothing Can Divide Us”, Kylie Minogue’s “I Should Be So Lucky” and Sinitta’s “Cross My Broken Heart”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pictured sleeve features artist portraits on the front and individual song notes on the reverse, alongside a photograph of the production trio. It’s a lively snapshot of the PWL era, balancing familiar singles with less obvious selections from Sequal, Steve Walsh and Stock Aitken Waterman themselves.\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\u003eJason Donovan – “Nothing Can Divide Us” (12\" Remix)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn upbeat introduction built around bright keyboards and a strong singalong chorus. The extended mix gives the rhythm and instrumental passages more room than a standard single version. UK No. 5, as noted on the sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKylie Minogue – “I Should Be So Lucky” (12\" Remix)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining songs of Kylie’s early career, pairing an immediately recognisable keyboard hook with an infectious chorus. This longer mix stretches out the dance-pop arrangement. UK No. 1, as noted on the sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBananarama – “Love in the First Degree”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered group vocals and a brisk electronic rhythm give this track its distinctive blend of pop polish and dancefloor energy. Its memorable chorus makes it a natural centrepiece for the compilation. UK No. 3, as noted on the sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrother Beyond – “The Harder I Try”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA buoyant rhythm and soulful pop styling distinguish this selection from the compilation’s more overtly electronic tracks. Its punchy arrangement delivers one of the album’s most exuberant moments. UK No. 2, as noted on the sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMel \u0026amp; Kim – “That’s the Way It Is”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfident vocals and crisp programmed percussion carry this energetic dance-pop selection. The sisters’ personality gives it an edge that sits neatly alongside the album’s brighter pop material. UK No. 10, as noted on the sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Various Artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: The Hit Factory: The Best of Stock Aitken Waterman Vol. 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: Fanfare Records \/ PWL Records\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue No.: HF4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003eBarcode: \u003cspan\u003e5011956000414\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM, Stereo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinyl colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Pop \/ Dance-Pop \/ Hi-NRG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecade: 1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction: Stock Aitken Waterman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack count: 14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial features: Three 12-inch remixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging: Picture sleeve with artist photographs and track notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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":59524197843292,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1938\/8252\/files\/Various_Artists_The_Hit_Factory_Vol._2_1988_Vinyl_LP_Record.jpg?v=1792071700","url":"https:\/\/www.groovejunkievinyl.co.uk\/products\/various-artists-the-hit-factory-vol-2-1988-vinyl-lp-record","provider":"Groove Junkie Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}