Marilyn Martin – Marilyn Martin – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Marilyn Martin’s self-titled 1986 debut is a snapshot of pop music in transition—where the earnest, big-voiced balladry of the early ’80s meets the glassy production and hooks that defined the decade’s second half. With a background as a sought-after session vocalist (notably, her soaring duet with Phil Collins, “Separate Lives”), Martin steps confidently into the spotlight here. The album brims with radio-ready energy, but what sets it apart is Martin’s expressive voice, which brings both vulnerability and grit to glossy arrangements. Standouts like “Night Moves” and “Move Closer” balance synth-driven sheen with emotional depth, while the subtle rock edges hint at her versatility. This record isn’t just for completists—it’s a time capsule of late-’80s pop craftsmanship, capturing the moment when the genre’s sound was growing sleeker but still left room for real vocal artistry. For collectors and fans of the era, Marilyn Martin’s debut offers a rewarding listen and a reminder of a moment when pop music was unafraid to aim for both the heart and the charts.

Track List:
A1 – Body And The Beat – 4:05
A2 – Night Moves – 5:17
A3 – Too Much Too Soon – 4:33
A4 – Turn It On – 4:30
A5 – Thank You – 4:31
B1 – One Step Closer – 4:30
B2 – Beauty Or The Beast – 4:31
B3 – Move Closer – 4:18
B4 – The Dream Is Always The Same – 4:29
B5 – Here Is The News – 3:56