Culture Club - Victims

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Review by Jamie Lundstrom

Culture Club's album Victims is an 80s classic that showcases the band's unique blend of pop, soul, and reggae. The album was released in 1983 and features hit singles such as "Church of the Poison Mind" and "Victims."

The album opens with the upbeat and infectious "That's the Way (I'm Only Trying to Help You)," which sets the tone for the rest of the record. The songs are catchy and upbeat, but they also have a depth and sincerity that is often lacking in pop music.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Victims," which is a powerful ballad that addresses the issue of domestic violence. The song is a testament to lead singer Boy George's songwriting abilities and his willingness to tackle difficult social issues in his music.

Other highlights on the album include "Mistake No. 3," which features a catchy reggae beat, and "Karma Chameleon," which is one of the band's most well-known songs.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Romance Revised
Colour By Number3:57
Victims4:36
I'll Tumble 4 Ya (Remix)
Colour By Numbers3:57
Romance Revisited4:54

Video

Culture Club - Colour By Numbers

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Catalog Numbers

  • VS 641
  • VS641-12
  • 106 015, 106 015-100
  • VSY 641
  • VS 641-12
  • VIN 45095
  • 601 077-213, 601 077
  • VS 641-12, VS 64112
  • VINX 37
  • JB 258
  • VS 548
  • F-601.077
  • B-106.015
  • Д60 3977
  • 106 015
  • VS641A
  • VS641

Labels

  • Virgin
  • буд кон

Listen online

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  • online anhören
  • lytte på nettet
  • online luisteren
  • lyssna på nätet
  • ouvir online
  • ascolta in linea
  • escuchar en línea
  • écouter en ligne

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single
  • Poster Sleeve
  • 12"
  • Picture Disc
  • Limited Edition
  • Postersleeve
  • Maxi-Single
  • Promo
  • Jukebox
  • Flexi-disc
  • 5½"
  • Single Sided
  • Unofficial Release
  • Mono
  • Brown
  • Cassette
  • Poster Cover Sleeve

Companies

RoleCompany
Pressed ByEMI Records
Mastered AtCBS Studios, London
Phonographic Copyright (p)Virgin Records Ltd.
Copyright (c)Virgin Records Ltd.
Published ByVirgin Music (Publishers) Ltd.
Lacquer Cut AtCBS Studios, London
Record CompanyVirgin Records
Produced ForDo Not Erase Productions
Marketed ByVirgin Records NZ Ltd.
Distributed ByVirgin Dischi S.R.L.
Printed ByMohndruck Graphische Betriebe GmbH

Credits

RoleCredit
EngineerGordon Milne
Mastered ByTimtom (tracks: A), TY (tracks: B)
ProducerSteve Levine
Arranged ByTrevor Bastow
FeaturingHelen Terry
Lacquer Cut Bytimtom (tracks: A), ty (tracks: B)
Mixed ByJon Moss, Steve Levine
Photography ByDavid Levine
SleeveAssorted Images
Written-ByCulture Club
StringsTrevor Bastow
Composed ByCulture Club

Notes

  • Sleeve opens to a 72 X 53 cm poster
  • Originally came with sticker on plastic "sleeve".
  • Variant 1 has a more blue coloured label.
  • Variant 2 has a more green coloured label
  • ℗ 1983 Virgin Records Ltd.
  • © 1983 Virgin Records Ltd.
  • Picture disc in plain plastic stickered bag.
  • Made in Italy
  • Tiratura Limitata
  • 1st catalog number on the cover, 2nd on the label
  • VS 641-12 on sleeve, stamped: promotion only not for sale.
  • VS 64112 on label, not for sale.
  • Made In Italy Stated On Label
  • Edizione Speciale Juke Box. Vietata La Vendita Al Pubblico (Special Edition Jukebox. Not for public retail sale)
  • This release has a solid center label but is Dinked with the large center hole.
  • Do Not Erase Productions
  • (p)1983 Virgin Records Ltd.
  • Virgin Music(Publishers)Ltd.
  • 1st press without poster
  • Produced for Do Not Erase Productions
  • Published by Virgin Music (Publishers) Ltd.
  • Irish pressing double dip centres with UK print labels
  • Slightly different Run-Off details to UK issues
  • Vinyl is a translucent brown vinyl when held up to a bright light.
  • Catalog# on sleeve : 106 015-100
  • Catalog# on center labels : 106.015
  • "Push aside those that whisper never..."
  • ℗ & © 1983 Virgin Records Ltd.
  • LC3098 - STEMRA
  • Virgin Music Publishing
  • Promo only
  • Irish Paper Double Dip Labels. Vinyl translucent when held to light

Barcodes

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  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout variant 4): VS 641 A-1U-1-2-3 timtom-cbs
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout variant 4): VS 641 B-2U-1-1-7 TY
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A): VS 64112 A-2U-1-2-1 tim.tom.cbs
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  • Rights Society: GEMA STEMRA BIEM
  • Label Code: LC 3098
  • Price Code: -100
  • Matrix / Runout (Label A): S 106 015 A
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  • Matrix / Runout (Runout A, stamped/etched, var. 1): DS 106015 A-1/83S I Made in Germany
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  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): VSY 641 A2 11 SRT
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): VSY 641 B JB 8
  • Rights Society: S.I.A.E.
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Etched): VIN 45095-1
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Etched): VIN 45095-2
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): S 601 077 A
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): S 601 077 B
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side A, stamped): 601077 A-1/83S I Made in Germany
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, stamped): 601077 B-1/83S I Made in Germany
  • Price Code: -213
  • Rights Society (Boxed): GEMA STEMRA BIEM
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A label): MX203557
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B label): MX203558
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): MX 203557-D VS64112-1
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): MX 203558 VS64112-S2
  • Matrix / Runout (A-side): VINX 37 A
  • Matrix / Runout (B-side): VINX 37 B
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout area side A): VIN 45095 - 1
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout area side B): VIN 45095 - 2
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): JB 258/1
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): JB 258/2
  • Matrix / Runout (A-side, label): VS641A
  • Matrix / Runout (B-side, label): VS641B
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  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 2, A-side, stamped): VS 641 A-1U-1
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  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 3, B-side, stamped): VS 641 B-1U-1-5-3
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 4, A-side, stamped): VS 641 A-1U-1-1-7
  • Matrix / Runout (Variant 4, B-side, stamped): VS 641 B-1U-1-4-1
  • Matrix / Runout (All variants: A-Side, etched): timtom-cbs
  • Matrix / Runout (All variants: B-Side, etched): TY
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A stamped): VS 641-1 A MX203555-B
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B stamped): VS 641-2 A MX203556
  • Other (label side A): MX203555
  • Other (label side B): MX203556
  • Depósito Legal (Dep. Legal): M-2118-84
  • Matrix / Runout (A-side, label): VS641-12A
  • Matrix / Runout (B-side, label): VS641-12B
  • Matrix / Runout (A Side, Stamped): VS 64112 A-2U-1
  • Matrix / Runout (A Side Etched): timtom cbs
  • Matrix / Runout (B Side, Stamped): VS 64112 B-2U-1
  • Matrix / Runout (B Side Etched): Ty
  • Rights Society: STEMRA
  • Matrix / Runout (Etched runout side A): 106015-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Etched runout side B): 106015-B
  • Matrix / Runout (A-side label): MX 203557
  • Matrix / Runout (B-side label): MX 203558
  • Matrix / Runout (A-Side, Stamped): VS 64112 A-2U-1- 2-1
  • Matrix / Runout (B-Side, Stamped): VS 64112 B-2U-1-2
  • Other (A-Side, Hand-etched): timtom-cbs
  • Other (B-Side, Hand-etched): TY
  • Barcode: n/a
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Summary by Jamie Lundstrom

Victims is a strong album that showcases Culture Club's talent and versatility. The songs are well-crafted, and the band's unique sound and style make for an enjoyable listening experience. Fans of 80s pop music will definitely want to add this album to their collection.

Comments

sigaweca
sigaweca
I love the music. This is my favorite ballad and LOVE CULTURE CLUB
rickcola
rickcola
Should've been on the album instead of a B-side.
rchi
rchi
rebirth this song! Beautiful piece!
ridvanerbas
ridvanerbas
November 27. 2022 . CONTINUE GOD'S SPACE INTERNATIONAL the (or THE) or PROGRAM, PLEASE and GOOD LUCK.
sutfre
sutfre
Best entertainers, of all time.
manu
manu
What a voice, boy George is one of the best male performers ever to exist, amazing. On my bucket list to shake the hand of 1 of the entertainers of all time, God bless him.
kirwanpm1
kirwanpm1
I got a copy of this song and added it to my tape of my album back in the 80s. Beautiful song and perfect end to the album.
fetamaireciclat
fetamaireciclat
Simply beautiful!
notrudehonest
notrudehonest
i discovered this song as a B-side to another track from the Colour by Numbers album, and i loved this song so much that i hardly ever played its A-side and have even forgotten what it was!
this song is so smooth and calm...i've always loved it, i love it still, and it'll always be one of my all-time favorite ballads.
i love Culture Club and Boy George -- then, now, always! <3 <3
thriftingincanada
thriftingincanada
Nice love songs
chickinashortwhitecoat
chickinashortwhitecoat
When I looked in your eyes
Felt the spirit of man
Demanding more than just a smile
Took a chance for a while
Speaking in tongues
That float us down rivers
The past will remind us

All colours we chose

When i told you those lies
Felt the spirit of love
Demanding more than comprimise
Took a chance for a while
Speaking in tongues
That float us down rivers
The past will remind us

All colours we chose

Some people say that the way that we live
Is out of this place
And some people say that the way that we live
Is blinded by fate

All colours we chose
yaadgar
yaadgar
One of the most beautiful pieces they ever released, still holds a powerful place in the hearts of true fans. It's simple a perfect song.
nfelkhoury
nfelkhoury
Should have been on the album.....and a single.
assistedlivingcareblog
assistedlivingcareblog
Seriously one of the best songs of all time. When you meet someone whose colours you cannot live without they just have to be in your life.... I met that person 38 years ago. Anyone who says love at first sight does not exist, I beg to differ. it does. I'm married to him and still feel the same way back when I was 12.x
kennewhouse
kennewhouse
My favourite song ever ❤️
grav69
grav69
Maybe the best Culture Club song. The bridge words in the middle are beyond.
thomaslnc31
thomaslnc31
as great as Colour by numbers album was. and it was great! i just could not believe they did not put this song on it! b side song for life!
look2thehills
look2thehills
My Number One ❣️ forever Boy George ???♾️?
sqth
sqth
I remember there’s a video of this. I’m sure of it. It was very subdued. I wonder if anyone has it to upload.