


MADONNA EROTICA
J**E
One of Madonmna's Most UnderRated Albums Still Holds Up Well
Tracklist Hide Credits .1 EroticaEngineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 5:192 FeverEngineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – Robin HancockKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – E. Cooley*, J. Davenport* 5:003 Bye Bye BabyBacking Vocals – Donna DeLory*, Niki Harris*Engineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 3:564 Deeper And DeeperBacking Vocals – Donna DeLory*, Niki Harris*Engineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockGuitar – Paul PescoKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone*, T. Shimkin* 5:335 Where Life BeginsBass – Doug Winbush*Engineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – George Karras, Robin HancockGuitar – Jerome DickensKeyboards [Bass], Drum Programming, Strings – Andre BettsPiano [Acoustic] – James "Sleepy Keys" Preston*Programmed By [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Saxophone – Danny WilenskyWritten-By – A. Betts*, M. Ciccone* 5:576 Bad GirlEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 5:237 WaitingDrums, Programmed By [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Drums, Synth [Synth Strings], Programmed By – Andre BettsEngineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – George Karras, Robin HancockGuitar – Jerome DickensPiano [Acoustic], Synthesizer [Synth Strings] – James "Sleepy Keys" Preston*Written-By – A. Betts*, M. Ciccone* 5:468 Thief Of HeartsEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 4:519 WordsEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording], Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Written-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 5:5610 RainDrum Programming – Tony ShimkinEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep PettiboneWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 5:2411 Why's It So HardBacking Vocals – Donna DeLory*, Niki Harris*, Tony ShimkinEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockGuitar – Paul PescoKeyboards [Additional] – Joe Moskowitz*Keyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep Pettibone, Tony ShimkinWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 5:2312 In This LifeArranged By [Strings, Additional] – Jeremy LubbockBacking Vocals – Donna de Lory, Niki Harris*Drums – Anton FigEngineer [Mix] – Goh HotodaEngineer [Recording, Strings] – Mike FarrellEngineer [Recording] – P. Dennis Mitchell*, Robin HancockKeyboards, Sequenced By, Programmed By – Shep PettiboneLeader [Strings Led By] – Glen Dicterow*Programmed By [Additional] – Sander SeloverWritten-By – M. Ciccone*, S. Pettibone* 6:2313 Did You Do It?Featuring [Special Guest Appearance] – Dave Murphy, Mark GoodmanWritten-By – A. Betts*, M. Ciccone* 4:5414 Secret GardenBass – Doug Winbush*Bass, Synthesizer, Piano, Drums – Andre BettsEngineer [Mix] – George KarrasEngineer [Recording] – George Karras, Robin HancockPiano [Acoustic] – James "Sleepy Keys" Preston*Saxophone – Danny WilenskyWritten-By – A. Betts*, M. Ciccone* 5:32
M**L
Impulse buy
The first copy Amazon sent out had a huge scratch on the record and the inlay was bent. They sent a replacement the next day and I was able the enjoy one of her last brilliant tracks she ever recorded. If you’re a ridiculously huge fan of hers, get it. If you were alive when it came out and want nostalgia, get it. Honestly, this is a cash grab and nothing really special.
D**M
Beautiful collectible
This was 30 years in the making. Originally produced in the UK but never released. Some say it was because of Sarah Ferguson's paparazzi scandal involving feet so they destroyed the stock and others say there was a warehouse fire. Either way, there was only a handful that existed and for thirty years was considered one of the most expensive Madonna records. This Picture Disc is nice and heavy and has clear view of the photo. Great item to have.
C**S
Finally released!
Great sound quality for a picture disc! Lovely artwork all around. Odd the producers chose three similar versions of the song when so many remixes were made for Erotica. Nice to have an official release of a record that has such a story behind it.
N**R
OMG!
I can't believe this is finally getting released. Super excited to have gotten my preorder in and it arrived in a timely manner.
M**S
The 30 year wait is over!
The Erotica Picture Disc, is perhaps the most coveted Madonna collectible, after the Sex Book. The wait was long, but so worth it. I absolutely love it!
W**N
Waited since the 90’s for this picture disc!
One of the most underrated Madonna songs ever! Sounds gorgeous on this picture disk!
A**N
For nostalgia
Had to get just because we weren’t allowed to 30 years ago. Love 180g picture discs. Not a fan of PVC sleeves. The hype sticker on mine was damaged, but the vinyl is nice.
D**Y
There's Only One Queen... And That's Madonna!
Ive waited 30 years for this Pictures disc and it hasn't disappointed. This being the 30th Anniversary of the Album "Erotica" and 30 years since the original release of this Singles Picture Disc was Cancelled.... this has come at a perfect time. Im so happy to now finally own it! Long Live The Queen! #MADONNA
G**P
Erotica.
Admittedly I’ve come to this controversial Madonna album 'Erotica' rather late! It was her fifth studio album released way back in 1992, and as the title suggests it’s all about sex, love, and romance, incorporating her alter ego Mistress Dita. Here we see a more sophisticated, grown up, and adventurous album from Madonna covering some sexual taboos and also AIDS. Six singles were released from the album including the pure disco ‘Deeper and Deeper’. I feel that 'Erotica' is straight-talking, and quite intimate with songs based on the experience of relationships, with a brave comment at the time on the chilly detachment of sex under the cloud and fear of AIDS. The album incorporates elements of classic disco, modern house, with jazz house beats, and techno. And today, it's an album that couldn't be more timely as it asks us to love and respect one another, and has a collection of songs/lyrics that requires the full attention of the listener.
M**E
Great reissue.
After reading a couple of negative reviews about the sound quality of this album, I decided to give it a go anyway.Glad I did.... The pressing quality is fantastic, zero surface noise on all 4 sides and the sound quality is stunning... Much prefer it over the CD.Played on an Audio technika LP 120 through a Technics amplifier and Mordaunt short speakers, it's crystal clear with no sibilance and a perfect balance of bass.The artwork is excellently reproduced too... Would have liked poly lined sleeves, but I'll rectify this myself.Well worth buying this reissue as I've always wanted this album on vinyl, but originals can be pricey.A full 5 stars from me.... Highly recommended.
M**N
One of the best albums of its time yet one of the most underrated.
Erotica has always divided the critics & her fans. Thankfully, as time goes by more people seem to be recognising this album for what it is: AMAZING!I feel that most people looked at the headlines, the 'SEX' book and the film (Body of Evidence) and completely overlooked the music from Erotica which is a shame. People thought she had finally gone too far and were in shock by the stunts she pulled and Madonna's willingness to continuously push the boundaries. Maybe she pushed them too far too soon? But Madonna has never been subtle. She is a bull in a china shop when it comes to the delicate issues. Personally, i LOVE this about her.Erotica has some of her best music on at the time yet is also has some of her worst. The album is great, i can't argue that however there are some rubbish songs that should have been left off.Erotica: 5/5! This is one of her best singles. So naughty yet so brilliant. I love her as Mistress Dita and i love the sound of the song.Fever: 4/5 A brilliant cover of a iconic hit. Madonna changed it a little bit to put her own mark on it. I respect this as it has been covered countless times before.Bye bye Baby: 3.5/5 A catchy tune which is great for a dance floor but I find the vocal sound slightly annoying.Deeper and Deeper: 5/5! This is the best dance song after Vogue from the 90's!! It's amazing!! And the way she included Spanish guitar on a disco song!Where Life Begins:5/5 Okay, so we have one of the most sexual song on the album. Where life begins lyrics talk of cunnilingus. It also proves to be among my favourite.Bad Girl: 4/5 Raw and emotional. Madonna sounds amazing here. My only critique is that it seems to drag on a little too long.Waiting: 3/5 I like it but its one of the weaker songs.Thief of hearts: 5/5 Love this song. Sounds amazingWords: 4/5 Another great song from Erotica. The darker and less sexual side comes out!Rain: 5/5. So Rain is sounds like it belongs on another album. This beautiful ballad doesnt follow the sexual New Jack Swing, Dance & big beats the rest of the album has. It's a great song and is among her best ballads.Why's it so hard: 5/5 Maybe not one of her best made songs but certainly one of my favorites.In this life: 2.5/5 The song sounds a little confused. I think it has an important message and i have respect for it but i feel that she could have made a better song for such a serious and close issue.Did You Do it?: 1/5 as a HUGE Madonna fan I only wish she left this off the album. I hate it with a passion. Samples of her song Waiting with some random guy rapping in it. Ruins the albumSecret Garden: 1.5/5 Like the previous song it ruins what is a brilliant album.Overall It's a great album with brilliant songs on it but is really let down by the last 2 or 3 tracks. Worth a listen, if you don't like it first time IT WILL GROW!
M**S
Absolutely no protective packaging
The album is one of Madonna’s best. But this supplier does not know how to package vinyl. It was only wrapped in the basic plastic like you get when buying in the store. No cardboard wrap. Hence quite a few scuffs on the cover. Thankfully vinyl was ok but half the point of getting vinyl is the cover. Careful when choosing to buy this.
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