The Pretenders Stop Your Sobbing - Debut Single from Rock Legends

Own this historic debut 7" single from The Pretenders featuring their powerful cover of "Stop Your Sobbing". This iconic 1979 Real Records (ARE 6) release launched Chrissie Hynde and her band into rock stardom, showcasing the raw energy and distinctive sound that would define new wave and punk rock music for generations to come.

Product Details

This authentic Pretenders single features their breakthrough interpretation of Ray Davies' "Stop Your Sobbing" along with the B-Side "The Wait", transforming the Kinks original into a punk rock anthem. Released as their debut single, this 45rpm record captures the band's early sound that blended punk attitude with melodic sensibility, establishing The Pretenders as pioneers of the new wave movement. Red and blue labels. In plain brown cardboard sleeve. Vinyl has minor scuffs but is in very good plus condition.

Key Features Of The Pretenders Stop Your Sobbing

• Original Pretenders debut single "Stop Your Sobbing"
• Historic 1979 first release from the legendary rock band
• Features Chrissie Hynde's iconic vocal performance
• Classic punk rock and new wave collectible vinyl
• Ray Davies Kinks cover transformed into punk anthem
• Authentic vintage 45rpm pressing
• Perfect for Pretenders collectors and punk rock enthusiasts
• Essential new wave era recording for music collections

Musical Significance

"Stop Your Sobbing" marked the beginning of The Pretenders' influential career, with Chrissie Hynde's distinctive vocals and the band's tight musicianship creating an instant classic. This debut single demonstrated how punk rock could embrace melody while maintaining its rebellious edge, influencing countless bands in the new wave and alternative rock movements.

Secure this piece of rock history today. Add this essential Pretenders debut single to your collection and own the record that launched one of rock's most important bands.