I understand that someone might steal the rights but the "audio mark" really sucks! The raw version is cool to listen to after hearing the more commercial version made famous.
It is nice to hear the original version of HARDEN MY HEART, but I have to say the audio watermark spoils the listening experience to a certain degree. Though I don't doubt what 'thelost45s' guy says is true there's no getting around the fact it IS distracting. I also agree that 'PHYSICAL' and 'WAITING FOR A GIRL LIKE YOU' don't sound anywhere near as 'fresh' as this song does.
Give a thumbs up if your from PO. We rock. In 1980 I was walking by Sacks Front Avenue and Rindy was filling the waterfront with this song. She is on of many bands from th N.W.
I own this single (it's in storage with the rest of my vinyl), and man it's good to hear this stripped down, raw version of the record. I remember hearing it on KGW in the summer of 1980 and saying, "That's a hit record." Too bad the major label version was out at the same time as Physical and Waiting For A Girl Like You, I don't think it would have stalled at #3 as it did.
@cactusblue60 Both "physical" and "waiting for a girl like you" are stale sounding and they haven`t aged as well. "Harden my heart" is a bonafide new wave classic. It should have hit #1. I never liked those other two songs. 30 years later, I still don`t.
Its really nice to get a retrospect of the version that predated Quarterflash
mrsolofeo 2 months ago
I understand that someone might steal the rights but the "audio mark" really sucks! The raw version is cool to listen to after hearing the more commercial version made famous.
magicrick7425 2 months ago
It is nice to hear the original version of HARDEN MY HEART, but I have to say the audio watermark spoils the listening experience to a certain degree. Though I don't doubt what 'thelost45s' guy says is true there's no getting around the fact it IS distracting. I also agree that 'PHYSICAL' and 'WAITING FOR A GIRL LIKE YOU' don't sound anywhere near as 'fresh' as this song does.
SECAMsLive 7 months ago
I love this version. It sounds less overproduced and more authentic.
stuvo1977 8 months ago
Give a thumbs up if your from PO. We rock. In 1980 I was walking by Sacks Front Avenue and Rindy was filling the waterfront with this song. She is on of many bands from th N.W.
michaelobrienww155 9 months ago
I own this single (it's in storage with the rest of my vinyl), and man it's good to hear this stripped down, raw version of the record. I remember hearing it on KGW in the summer of 1980 and saying, "That's a hit record." Too bad the major label version was out at the same time as Physical and Waiting For A Girl Like You, I don't think it would have stalled at #3 as it did.
cactusblue60 10 months ago
@cactusblue60 Both "physical" and "waiting for a girl like you" are stale sounding and they haven`t aged as well. "Harden my heart" is a bonafide new wave classic. It should have hit #1. I never liked those other two songs. 30 years later, I still don`t.
stuvo1977 8 months ago
Marv & Rindy are very cool...more to come!
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thelost45s 1 year ago
wow, what a find! always loved Quarterflash, thanx much!
truthaintpretty 1 year ago
i know you need to keep people from stealing this but couldn't you just put one in? must you put it in every 45 seconds???
debthemango 1 year ago
yes ......Euphoria and The Earth..........
NeverEverForgotten 1 year ago
As a lifelong Portlander, the audio watermark aside, this is a fantastic find. Thanks!
pdx1chris 1 year ago
Watermark aside, it's great to hear an alternate version of a song i really like. thanks for posting.
circusitch 1 year ago
Audio mark is necessary for radio programs that constantly steal rarities!
thelost45s 1 year ago
Not a fan of the audio watermark.
xianrex1 1 year ago 6
@xianrex1 ditto...leaving now because of it.
DavidDietzII 9 months ago