The Pasadenas are a R&B / pop group from the United Kingdom, best known for their hit songs, "Tribute (Right On)" and "I'm Doing Fine Now".
A vocal group firmly focused on the music and artists from earlier decades, their music was heavily influenced by 1950s doo-wop, 1960s Motown, and early 1970s funk and R&B. The band was not given much attention in the United States, but they were briefly stars in their native country.
The group scored a UK #5 hit in 1988 with its initial release, "Tribute (Right On)", which paid homage to soul luminaries such as Diana Ross & The Supremes and Aretha Franklin. They released a companion album, To Whom It May Concern, which appeared in October 1988, selling in excess of one million copies.The band's concerts received rave reviews for their tight musicianship and choreographed dance moves. In addition to "Tribute (Right On)", the disc included the minor hit "Riding on a Train", and a version of The Chi-Lites' "Living In the Footsteps of Another Man". They had several follow-up hits as well, including "Love Thing" (UK #22) in 1990.
The previous year the Pasadenas were part of Band Aid II.
The group followed with Elevate in 1991 and Yours Sincerely in 1992, but never again charted in the U.S., although they landed another UK hit with a remake of New York City’s "I'm Doin' Fine Now", which sold over 200,000 copies. It was slightly re-titled ("I'm Doing Fine Now"), and became their biggest hit, reaching #4 in the UK. The Pasadenas continued to perform around the UK into the 21st century.
In 2002 Cherry Red Records re-issued To Whom It May Concern on CD.[1] In April 2005 the Pasadenas took part in week three of the TV reality show, Hit Me, Baby, One More Time.
Band member Andrew Banfield's sister, Susan, was one half of the Cookie Crew.
7” SINGLE
A side: Riding On A Train
B side: A Little Love
Condition: Near Mint
Sleeve, Very Good
Released on the CBS Label
Date: 1988
Number: PASA 2
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Record Grading
The grading system I use when determining the condition of the vinyl is The 'Record Collectors' Grading System, taken from the Rare Record Price Guide book.
Mint (M) The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
Near Mint (NM) The record looks brand new with no scuffing or any deterioration in sound quality and only the smallest hint that its ever been played. The cover and any additional extras are clean, crisp and with no wear whatsoever.
Excellent (EX) The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
Very Good (VG) The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
Good (G) The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.
Fair (F) The record is still just about playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
Poor (P) The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
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To illustrate my point: if I describe a record as Good (G), it's not brand new or excellent - sound quality has noticeably deteriorated and the cover may be damaged with splits or discoloration.
