MADNESS The Sun And The Rain Vinyl Record 7 Inch Stiff 1983 Picture Disc Single 45rpm P BUY 192 Pop

Madness - The Sun And The Rain
(Original UK Picture Disc. Housed in PVC sleeve. A/B2 Matrix)

Format: Vinyl Record - 7 Inch Single (45 rpm)
Country: UK
Year: 1983
Label: Stiff
Catalogue No. P BUY 192

Matrix / Runout (Side A, runout, etched): P+BUY+192+A BILBO TAPE ONE ORLAKE
Matrix / Runout (Side B, runout, etched): P+BUY+192+B2 B ORLAKE SCREAM BOO HOO BILBO TAPE ONE

Condition: EX/EX (PVC sleeve and picture disc are both in excellent clean condition)

Side A: The Sun And The Rain
Side B: Fireball XL 5

Followers of the British ska and pop movement have a wonderful chance to pick up this eye-catching original UK picture disc edition of the classic Madness melody, "The Sun And The Rain". Distributed during the autumn of 1983 by the legendary independent label Stiff Records, this highly collectable 45 rpm release hit the high street under the distinct catalogue reference P BUY 192. It serves as a prime example of the creative promotional formats that helped define the early eighties music scene.

This visually striking record comes neatly presented in its clear PVC outer jacket, letting the colourful artwork on the vinyl surface act as the main display. Specialist collectors will spot the interesting hand-etched inscriptions hidden in the dead wax area. Side A shows P+BUY+192+A BILBO TAPE ONE ORLAKE, referencing the famous Orlake pressing plant and mastering engineer Denis Blackham, whilst the reverse side reads P+BUY+192+B2 B ORLAKE SCREAM BOO HOO BILBO TAPE ONE, identifying this specific copy as a genuine A/B2 matrix variation.

The audio selection captures the Camden band delivering their signature brand of catchy, melancholic pop. The main side presents the wonderfully upbeat title track "The Sun And The Rain", which became another major chart success for the group. Flipping the disc over reveals the rarer non-album track "Fireball XL 5", named after the vintage Gerry Anderson puppet television show.

This particular copy has been awarded a highly desirable double excellent condition grading across the board. The clear PVC sleeve is beautifully tidy without split seams or clouding, whilst the graphic vinyl disc remains exceptionally clean and bright, indicating very careful handling over the decades. At Planet Earth Records, we thoroughly check and audition all of our vintage catalogued items to ensure complete buyer satisfaction. Add this piece of classic British music history to your online basket today and take advantage of free delivery within the UK.