Sad Café – Misplaced Ideals LP Vinyl Record (1978, RCA Victor)

Artist / Label

• Artist: Sad Café

• Album: Misplaced Ideals

• Label: RCA Victor

• Catalog #: VPL1-7210 (Stereo)

• Country: Australia / New Zealand pressing

• Year: 1978

Description

An original pressing of Misplaced Ideals, the 1978 debut album from UK rock band Sad Café, released on RCA Victor.

Known for their polished blend of soft rock, soul, and progressive influences, Sad Café enjoyed a string of late-70s and early-80s hits. This debut features tracks like “Run Home Girl,” “Black Rose,” and “No Place to Go,” showcasing their smooth production and strong vocals by Paul Young (later of Mike + The Mechanics).

The album’s striking surrealist cover art was created by Hipgnosis, the legendary design studio behind iconic sleeves for Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Genesis.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Black Rose

2. Run Home Girl

3. Shadow on the Wall

4. My Oh My

5. Nothing Left Toulouse

Side B

1. No Place to Go

2. Medley (Dreaming / Sad Café)

3. Relax

4. (I Believe) Love Will Survive

5. Emptiness

Condition

• Vinyl: Very good – clean with minimal surface marks.

• Sleeve: Good – some ring wear and light edge scuffing.

• Labels: Clear and intact.

Collector’s Notes

An excellent example of late-70s UK soft rock with a soul edge. The Hipgnosis cover design makes this record a collectible item in itself, appealing to both music and art lovers.

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