Vinyl Record
Kate Bush - The Kick Inside (2018 Remaster)
Buy Kate Bush’s The Kick Inside (2018 Remaster) on LP in Kilmorna near Listowel—an art-pop classic with timeless singles and rich early-songwriting.
LP · 2018
Available from Kilmorna Collection in Listowel.
Buyer notes: 2018 LP, currently available from the Kilmorna Collection vinyl shelf. Pay for pickup in Listowel or ship within Ireland for EUR 5.50.
Kate Bush’s debut is one of those rare first statements that feels fully formed: bold, theatrical, and emotionally precise, yet packed with tunes you can hum after one listen. The Kick Inside introduced her gift for character-led storytelling and dramatic melody, moving from intimate confession to widescreen romance without losing its pop snap. The set pivots between piano-led balladry and springy, eccentric art-pop, with arrangements that make space for her voice to act, whisper, and soar. It’s also an album of contrasts—tender and unsettling, playful and earnest—where the writing is as interested in atmosphere as it is in hooks. This 2018 remaster keeps the album’s early-era charm while presenting it with a clean, modern touch, making it an easy recommendation whether you’re discovering Kate Bush for the first time or returning to a cornerstone record you already know by heart.
The Kick Inside isn’t just a celebrated debut; it’s a template for how ambitious pop can be without sacrificing immediacy. Its blend of narrative songwriting, daring vocal performance, and left-field arrangement choices helped open doors for generations of art-pop and singer‑songwriter artists.
This listing is for the 2018 remastered LP edition. It’s a great “daily-play” copy for anyone who wants a fresh, readily available pressing of a canonical title, without the cost or condition worries that can come with early originals. If you’re collecting her catalogue on vinyl, this is an essential foundation piece.
Bright, detailed, and vocal-forward, with plenty of space around piano and rhythmic accents. The presentation leans clean and clear rather than overly thick, keeping the album’s drama and dynamics intact.
Recommended for: listeners building a Kate Bush vinyl starter shelf; fans of art pop with strong narrative songwriting; collectors who want a reliable modern pressing of a classic; anyone who loves dramatic, piano-led pop and striking vocals.
Is this the original album or a later version? It’s the original album sequence presented as a 2018 remaster—same core record, refreshed mastering for this reissue. What style of music is it? Pop at the core, but it leans strongly into art-pop and singer‑songwriter territory, with theatrical arrangements and vivid storytelling. Is this a good entry point if I’m new to Kate Bush? Yes. It captures her distinctive voice and imagination right from the start, with accessible songs alongside more eccentric, adventurous moments.