Limited 45th anniversary reissue of Reaching For The Sky, the 1980 sophomore album by Dutch sophisti-pop artist RENÉE. This special edition is pressed on translucent magenta 180 g audiophile vinyl, part of Music On Vinyl’s anniversary series, and is available for preorder (release date: October 3, 2025).
The album combines lush pop melodies, breezy yacht rock, and subtle funk/reggae influences, illustrating RENÉE’s singular place in the Dutch pop landscape. Tracks like “Lay Me Down” and “Change Your Style” have earned a cult status among collectors and DJs, bridging the gap between retro pop and modern revival interest.
Tracklist
Side A
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Dry Your Tears
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Lay Me Down
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Sadman
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Just One Look
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It’s Absurd
Side B
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Jimmy
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Come Closer
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Change Your Style
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Reaching For The Sky
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Stranded Lady
Features
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Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Anniversary Edition
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Colour: Translucent Magenta
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Label: Music On Vinyl
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Catalog #: MOVLP3948C
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Barcode / EAN: 8719262041035
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Release Date: October 3, 2025 (Preorder)
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Original Album Year: 1980
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Weight: 180 g audiophile pressing
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Genre: Sophisti-Pop, Yacht Rock, Pop
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Notes: 45th anniversary edition; limited pressing