The Bangles Sweetheart Of The Sun (LP, Colored Vinyl, Ltd.)

(Real Gone Music) 12 tracks, colored vinyl (blue), limited edition.

The last (2011) record released by The Bangles - now a trio of Susanna Hoffs and Debbi & Vicki Peterson - is one of their best, a loving paean to '60s pop inspired in part by Sheila Weller's book Girls Like Us, which weaves together the stories of Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon.

You'll hear plenty of that Laurel Canyon vibe on this album from these three songwriters, as well as some allusions to The Bangles' power-pop past, all blessed with the vocal harmony arrangements that fans of the group cherish. Produced by Matthew Sweet, Sweetheart of the Sun was only available on vinyl for a short time, with the originals costing a fortune. The Real Gone reissue was released in collaboration with the band and features the original album cover with inner sleeve. Limited teal colored vinyl pressing!