John Cougar – American Fool (LP, Album, 53 - Hauppauge Pressing, Plaid Label, 1982, Riva RVL 7501)

Why This Record Matters
American Fool was John Cougar's commercial breakthrough, producing the chart-topping hits "Jack & Diane" and "Hurts So Good." The album helped define heartland rock in the early 1980s and remains one of Mellencamp's signature releases.

Collector Note
1982 US 53-Hauppauge pressing on Riva Records, catalog number RVL 7501. Features the plaid label design and includes the original inner sleeve.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean playing surfaces and light signs of use
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and handling wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, 53 - Hauppauge Pressing, Plaid Label
Label: Riva (2) – RVL 7501
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: Rock
Style: Southern Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
A1 Hurts So Good 3:35
A2 Jack & Diane 4:16
A3 Hand To Hold On To 3:24
A4 Danger List 4:30
A5 Can You Take It 3:30
B1 Thundering Hearts 3:40
B2 China Girl 3:32
B3 Close Enough 3:37
B4 Weakest Moments 4:07

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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