Newman, Randy
Born Again
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1979 US original, LA pressing. Born Again is Randy Newman’s 1979 album of sharp satire wrapped in glossy production. Known for its infamous cover art, the record takes aim at corporate greed, celebrity culture, and political hypocrisy with Newman’s trademark irony. Tracks like “It’s Money That I Love” and “The Story of a Rock and Roll Band” blend biting wit with catchy melodies, while ballads such as “Ghosts” show his more tender side. Though divisive at release, it stands as one of his boldest and most pointed works.