Swann herself continued a multifaceted career in the arts, eventually becoming known as a high-profile (notably for Paloma Faith) and a photographer, though this 1982 debut remains her primary contribution to the original New Wave canon. PAULA SWANN - Excel Entertainment
The record was manufactured with significant attention to technical quality, involving several industry stalwarts of the time: The album was recorded at Calypso Records . Paula Swann - Paula Swann (1982)
Guitar, Keyboards, Backing Vocals, and Producer. John La Verne: Bass and Backing Vocals. Stavros: Drums. Tracklist Analysis Swann herself continued a multifaceted career in the
The album consists of ten tracks that blend original compositions with stylized covers, typical of the New Wave genre's penchant for reimagining classic pop through a post-punk lens. Track Number I Want You Back Comin' Down Like Rain Traffic Hazard Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend B Jade Continental Touch Tone Juvenile Hall Brats Beat Me, Whip Me Love Potion #9 Legacy and Context John La Verne: Bass and Backing Vocals
The lacquer was cut at the legendary A&M Studios , with mastering handled by the renowned Bernie Grundman . Core Personnel: Paula Swann: Lead Vocals.
Though not a mainstream chart-topper like fellow 1982 releases such as Michael Jackson's Thriller , the Paula Swann LP is a sought-after item for collectors of . Its inclusion of edgy track titles like "Juvenile Hall Brats" and "Beat Me, Whip Me" reflects the era's rebellious underground spirit. Today, copies of the record occasionally surface through specialized outlets such as Records By Mail and eBay .