The Time (June 3, 2026) Ice Cream Castle – LP US

Rhino Records celebrates Black Music Month with a premium Rhino Reserve reissue of The Time’s influential 1984 album Ice Cream Castle. This limited-edition 180g vinyl pressing faithfully reproduces the original Minneapolis Sound classic, featuring the smash hits “Jungle Love” and “The Bird”.

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: The Time

Title: Ice Cream Castle

Date: June 3, 2026

Label: Warner Bros. Records / Rhino Reserve

Format / Type: LP (180g Vinyl) Country: United States

Catalogue: RES1 25109 / 081227804343

TRACK LIST

Side One

A1. Ice Cream Castles – 7:33

A2. My Drawers – 4:04

A3. Chili Sauce – 5:45

Side Two

B1. Jungle Love – 5:29

B2. If The Kid Can't Make You Come – 7:33

B3. The Bird – 7:40

THE STORY

Ice Cream Castle was The Time’s third studio album, recorded during the height of the Minneapolis Sound era. Produced by Morris Day and The Starr Company, it delivered a perfect mix of funk, pop, and playful swagger, highlighted by the Prince-penned (uncredited) hits “Jungle Love” and “The Bird”.

CONTEXT & NOTES

Originally released in 1984, Ice Cream Castle became one of The Time’s most successful albums. This 2026 Rhino Reserve edition on 180g vinyl offers superior sound quality and collectible packaging, making it a must-have for fans of the Purple Funk sound.

PERSONNEL

• Morris Day – lead vocals, drums

• Jesse Johnson – guitar

• Jellybean Johnson – drums

• Monte Moir – keyboards

• Jimmy Jam – keyboards

• Terry Lewis – bass

Production Produced by Morris Day and The Starr Company

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

• 180g black vinyl

• Faithful reproduction of the original gatefold artwork

• Rhino Reserve branding and premium mastering

WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS

The front cover features The Time posing in front of a stone castle with a yellow car, dressed in flamboyant 80s fashion. The iconic yellow “Ice Cream Castle” logo and red “THE TIME” title dominate the top.

SOURCES

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