Vault Finds

Title: It's In Everyone Of Us

Artist: David Pomeranz

Label: BMG Japan

Original Release: 1925 (Arista Records)

Re-issued on CD: 2007

Considered a landmark album for David Pomeranz, the backstory is nothing short of destiny. After fulfilling a two-album contract with Decca Records, he decided to explore more opportunities in songwriting and singing. He then met the legendary Clive Davis, who was putting together Arista Records at the time and signed Pomeranz as an upcoming act to power up the label. He started working on the tracks that would eventually become his first hit, released on this album, entitled "It's In Everyone Of Us".

As a soft-rock, ballad-inspired album, Pomeranz successfully established himself as a singer-songwriter with some of the most timeless tracks that everyone came to love. While the first single, "It's In Everyone Of Us," had little initial success, a particular song caught the attention of the highly popular Barry Manilow. Manilow recorded it himself, and audiences adored it. As the story goes, this was the beginning of Pomeranz's journey toward worldwide success. To complete the success story, another track from the album, entitled "If You Walked Away," sort of became a second single that heavily appealed to music fans. Up to this day, artists from all over the globe continue to cover his songs.

Zapped!: A story that changed David Pomeranz's destiny.

While he did record several albums with modest success, it was a stint on the motion picture soundtrack for "Zapped!"—starring then-teenage heartthrobs Scott Baio and Willie Aames—that literally introduced him to the Philippines. Pomeranz was tasked with singing two songs, "King & Queen Of Hearts" and "Got To Believe In Magic." Radio stations picked them up and played them endlessly, and they remain anthems to this day. 

This re-issue was released in Japan, complete with its original album cover and liner notes. Packaged in a mini-LP gatefold cardboard case, it includes Japanese liner notes and lyrics for fans and collectors to enjoy.

Title: Whenever You Need Somebody (2CD Expanded Edition)

Artist: Rick Astley

Label: Edsel Records

Original Release: 1987 (RCA Records)

Re-issued: April 2010

Rick Astley’s blockbuster debut album, Whenever You Need Somebody, is the definitive pop artifact of 1987. This expanded 2CD deluxe edition from Edsel Records revives the multi-platinum phenomenon that sold over 15 million copies worldwide, topped the Official UK Charts, and earned a Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist. Driven by Rick’s booming, soulful baritone vocals and the electronic wizardry of the Stock Aitken Waterman (SAW) production team, this reissue stands as a masterclass in late-1980s dance-pop history.

Deluxe Edition Breakdown

          Disc 1: Features the fully remastered, 10-track original studio masterpiece.

         Disc 2: A deep-dive archive of hard-to-find remixes, alternative 12" club versions,           and original B-sides making their rare CD debut.

         Collector's Booklet: Includes full-color original single artwork and comprehensive      liner notes by respected music journalist Tom Parker.

1. "Never Gonna Give You Up"

         The Record Breaker: The lead single was a massive global smash, spending five weeks at No. 1 in the UK and topping the Billboard Hot 100. It went on to win the 1988 BRIT Award for Best British Single. Decades after its release, the track inspired the internet phenomenon "Rickrolling," transforming the vintage music video into one of the most viewed and culturally significant memes in digital history.

2. "Whenever You Need Somebody"

          The Recycled Hit: The album's infectious title track was not originally written for Rick. It was first recorded in 1985 by fellow PWL artist O'Chi Brown. While her version stalled at No. 97, Rick's 1987 cover soared straight to No. 1 across Europe.

3. "Together Forever" & "It Would Take a Strong Strong Man"

·       "Together Forever" secured Rick's second No. 1 single on the US Billboard Hot 100. Meanwhile, the soulful ballad "It Would Take a Strong Strong Man" was released exclusively in North America to capture the R&B/AC radio market, peaking at No. 10.

4. "When I Fall in Love"

·         The Christmas Chart Battle: Rick’s cover of this 1952 classic standard was aiming for the coveted 1987 UK Christmas No. 1 spot. It was narrowly beaten by EMI Records re-releasing the original Nat King Cole version simultaneously to split the sales, leaving Rick to settle for No. 2.

The Legendary PWL "Hit Factory" Connection

Before his overnight success, Rick Astley worked as a studio tape-op at Pete Waterman's London studio learning the inner workings of the music industry. The songwriting trio of Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman used their signature "LinnDrum" patterns and Roland synthesizers to shape the era.

While SAW heavily curated his sound, they recognized Rick's burgeoning talent by letting him co-write and compose four self-penned tracks on the album with the PWL team. You'd certainly notice the similarity in the music production of some of the 80's acts such as Bananarama, Kylie Minoque, Jason Donovan, Dead Or Alive, Cliff Richard and a whole lot more as most of their smash hit were produced by PWL with the signature Stock-Aitken-Waterman sound. 

Title: Everything (I Ever Wanted)

Artist: Fruits Of Passion

Label: Unofficial (DPS-CD001)

Release Year: 2024

While a proper re-issue once seemed remote, this unofficial CD release by forgotten Scottish new wave outfit Fruits Of Passion provides a welcome light at the end of the tunnel for ardent fans who still chase their music. The group signed with Siren Records in 1985—the celebrated Virgin Records sub-label that served as the launching pad for iconic chart-toppers like Breathe, Cutting Crew, and T'Pau.

Fruits Of Passion released their first single, “All I Ever Wanted,” with little initial fanfare, followed by their self-titled debut album in 1986. The band toured extensively across the UK to promote their material, but a commercial breakthrough was simply not in the cards. However, their sweeping, superb songwriting resonated deeply with a dedicated cult following that still remembers them as an exceptionally fun, vibrant lost 80s pop act.

Release Highlights & Audio Quality

• Comprehensive Tracklist: This CD compiles the full Fruits Of Passion 1986 studio album alongside selected A-sides, B-sides, and extended versions that definitively represent their recorded legacy.

• Collectible Artwork: The sleeve features the original, colourful, hand-painted LP artwork for the single “Everything (I Ever Wanted),” making the physical packaging a standalone collectors' item for fans of obscure sophisti-pop.

• Authentic Vinyl Sound: Because no digital masters exist for this catalog, this release delivers high-quality rare 80s vinyl rips taken directly from original singles and LP pressings. The result is remarkably crisp, preserving that warm, tactile vinyl character you would have experienced listening to the band back in ’86.

• Numbered Series: The CD is packaged with an OBI strip mirroring the Japanese CD releases to provide a sense of authenticity replete with a numbering series indicating that it is a limited manufacturing release.

For those hunting down the DPS-CD001 pressing, this CD is an essential addition for serious collectors of 80s Scottish new wave. While the band is arguably rooted in pop, many purists will rightly classify them under the classic new wave umbrella. Pressing play delivers a wave of magnificent nostalgia, capturing a brilliant throwback feel that deserves to be preserved.

Title: Love Crowns & Crucifies (2CD Deluxe Box Set)

Artist: Care

Label: Needle Mythology

Original Release: 1983 on Arista Records/Camden records

Re-issued: Feb 2026

The highly sought-after Care album is finally available in a premium 2CD collectible box set featuring two distinct artwork covers. For dedicated new wave collectors, this release is a massive relief; prior to this, the tracks were widely thought to be lost because no official, comprehensive LP or CD version existed. While Camden Records previously surprised fans with Diamonds & Emeralds—a budget 19-track collection of singles and B-sides—this new collection serves as the definitive, exhaustive compilation of their work.

The backstory of Care is a legendary chapter in indie-pop history. Following the disbandment of his iconic band The Wild Swans, Paul Simpson decided to collaborate on new songs with Ian Broudie. The duo signed with Arista Records in 1983, quickly releasing their debut single "My Boyish Days (Drink To Me)", produced by the legendary Clive Langer. This box set honors that original creative spark, featuring extensive liner notes written by Simpson himself detailing his close relationship with Broudie and how the duo first formed.

What Makes This Set Essential:

• Premium Clamshell Packaging: The 2CD package comes housed in a beautiful clamshell box that includes an inlay booklet replete with extensive liner notes and band backstory. Inside, the 2CD itself is neatly enclosed in a mini LP gatefold carton sleeve.

• Dual Artwork Covers: The first version features artwork created by James Gosling, who collaborated closely with Paul Simpson for inspiration. The alternative version features the original artwork from their iconic single cover for "Kites".

• Superior Digital Remastering: Digitized directly from the original master tapes, the tracks offer a completely fresh listening experience. The audio has been given a massive lift, differing immensely from the muddy 1997 release to deliver sonically enhanced, pristine songs.

• Exhaustive Archive: Compiles highly sought-after configurations, unreleased studio gems, and single-only tracks that have been incredibly hard to find for decades.

• 2 hidden tracks are embedded on both CD's at the end of the final songs.

Title: Trapped And Unwrapped (2CD Expanded Edition)

Artist: Friends Again

Label: Cherry Red Records

original release: 1984 on Mercury Records

re-issued: 2014

Originally released back in 84', the 2CD Expanded Edition of “Trapped And Unwrapped” is a magnificent celebration of Glasgow's jangle pop movement. Serving as a pinnacle piece of sophisticated, guitar-driven indie pop, this re-issue offers a deep dive into the band's brief but bright era before members splintered into other iconic Scottish outfits.

The backstory of Friends Again is a legendary chapter in new wave music history. Following this debut studio album, the band split up, paving the way for the creation of celebrated acts like Love and Money and The Bathers. This definitive collection honors that original creative spark, beautifully remastered from the original production tapes by the band’s own Paul McGeechan to ensure every lush arrangement sounds crisper than ever.

This specific expanded release from Cherry Red Records has become an essential standalone collectible for serious collectors, holding a distinct edge over past pressings. While the incredibly rare, long out-of-print 2001 Japan CD reissue only contained the standard album tracks and selected bonus cuts, this UK archive edition blows the vault wide open. This original UK Cherry Red pressing serves as the foundational, internationally sought-after definitive physical archive.

The Remastered Classic: Features a crisp, dynamic reproduction of the original 12-track album, making hits like "Honey At The Core" and "State Of Art" feel brand new.

• Rare B-Sides and 12" Mixes: Compiles highly sought-after extended configurations and single-only tracks that showcase the band's sonic experimentation for radio and club play.

• The Archival Vault Demos: Includes a notable second disc featuring three completely unreleased session demos alongside pristine instrumental versions.

• Definitive Packaging: Complete with a comprehensive booklet featuring expanded sleeve notes, rare artwork, and a detailed UK discography.