Lisa Stansfield – AffectionReleased in 1989 on Arista Records and produced by Ian Devaney and Andy Morris, Affection is one of the finest debut albums in British soul history. Arriving at the tail end of the '80s, it introduced Lisa Stansfield's extraordinary voice to a global audience and went on to sell over five million copies worldwide. Rooted in classic soul and R&B but wrapped in a sleek, contemporary production, the album sounds as warm and timeless today as it did on release — and particularly rewarding on vinyl, where the depth of the arrangements really comes through.Stand-Out Tracks "All Around the World" – The breakthrough single and one of the defining soul-pop records of the era. A UK #1 and US Top 3 hit, its opening bars are instantly recognisable and its emotional pull remains undimmed. "This Is the Right Time" – The album opener and a UK Top 20 hit, a confident, groove-driven introduction that sets the tone perfectly for what follows. "Live Together" – A lush, six-minute soul workout that became a UK Top 10 hit and showcases the album's more expansive, dancefloor-influenced side. "You Can't Deny It" – A driving, funk-inflected cut that became a US hit and highlights the album's transatlantic appeal. "Mighty Love" – The epic nine-minute centrepiece of Side One, a slow-burning soul ballad that demonstrates Stansfield's vocal stamina and emotional range. Record Details Artist: Lisa Stansfield Title: Affection Format: LP (12") Year: 1989 Label: Arista Records Barcode: 4007192103799 Genre: Soul / R&B / Pop-Soul / Dance Decade: 1980s Notable: Over 5 million copies sold worldwide — features UK #1 "All Around the World" ConditionRecord: VGSleeve: VGAll records are graded using the Goldmine standard. See our full Condition Grading Guide for details.Browse our full 1980s Vinyl Collection. You might also enjoy our 1990s Vinyl or explore our range of Compact Discs.
