The Human League Love Action 1981 Vinyl 12"

The Human League – Love Action (1981) [7-Inch]

The Human League’s Love Action is a UK 7-Inch single on Virgin from 1981, pairing “Hard Times” with “Love Action (I Believe In Love)”. A concise snapshot of the band’s early ’80s phase on a major label.

Why we rate it

Issued in 1981 on Virgin, this release forms part of The Human League’s short-lived “RED” series, used to differentiate styles across their releases. Notes indicate both A and B sides were mastered at TOWNHOUSE on this UK pressing. Production is credited to Martin Rushent and The Human League, with mentions of vocals, synthesisers and digital drums, plus design, photography and layout credits on the back cover.

Track highlights

• A – Hard Times / Love Action (I Believe In Love)
• B – Hard Times / Love Action (I Believe In Love) (Instrumentals)

Release details

• Label: Virgin
• Year: 1981
• Country: UK
• Format: 7-Inch
• Catalogue number: VS435
• Pressing info: 1981, , 12"

Condition & grading

Media: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Credits

• Produced by Martin Rushent and The Human League
• Mastered at TOWNHOUSE (both sides)
• ℗ & © 1981 Virgin Records Ltd.
• Cover design and photography: Philip and Adrian
• Layout and co-ordination: Ken (At A.S.)
• Publishing: “Hard Times” — Dinsong Ltd./Sound Diagrams; “Love Action (I Believe In Love)” — Dinsong Ltd.

Good to know

• Curated by AAA Vinyl Coffee House & Bar in Harrogate.