1978 US (white back) pressing with hype stickers on shrink. The Iconic debut shot Elvis into the New Wave spot light. Contains 'Alison' & 'Waiting For The Detectives'. My Aim Is True was released in the United Kingdom on July 22, 1977, by Stiff Records, and quickly established Costello as a distinctive voice in rock and new wave music. Produced by Nick Lowe, the album was recorded at Pathway Studios in London over a series of sessions with American band Clover—who, due to contractual reasons, were uncredited on the original release. The record features ten original songs, including timeless tracks like “Alison,” “(The Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes,” and “Watching the Detectives”—the latter added to US pressings after its initial success as a single. The music blends elements of pub rock, punk, country, and pop, driven by Costello’s literate lyrics and biting wit. The iconic cover, shot by photographer Chris Gabrin, features Costello in a pigeon-toed stance behind a camera, instantly recognizable to vinyl collectors. Audiophiles appreciate the original UK vinyl for its dynamic sound and warmth, with subsequent reissues offering alternate artwork and bonus tracks. My Aim Is True is widely considered a landmark debut, earning a place on multiple “greatest albums” lists and remaining a sought-after collector’s item for its historical importance and unfiltered energy.