Steve Winwood – Back In The High Life (Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Records Pressing, 1986, Island Records 9-25448-1 / 1-25448)

Why This Record Matters
Back In The High Life marked Steve Winwood's commercial breakthrough as a solo artist, blending polished pop rock with sophisticated songwriting. The album produced multiple hit singles and became one of the defining releases of the mid-1980s.

Collector Note
Released in 1986 on Island Records, this US Specialty Records pressing features the Grammy Award-winning hit "Higher Love" along with "The Finer Things," "Freedom Overspill," and the title track. The album showcases collaborations with several notable musicians while highlighting Winwood's distinctive vocals and keyboard work. It remains an essential title for collectors of 1980s pop rock and Steve Winwood's solo catalog.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+
In original shrink with hype sticker.
Includes original inner sleeve.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Specialty Records Pressing
Label: Island Records – 9-25448-1, Island Records – 1-25448
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: Pop Rock, Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Higher Love 5:45
A2 Take It As It Comes 5:20
A3 Freedom Overspill 5:33
A4 Back In The High Life Again 5:33

Side B
B1 The Finer Things 5:47
B2 Wake Me Up On Judgment Day 5:48
B3 Split Decision 5:58
B4 My Love's Leavin' 5:19

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

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