The Smiths Meat Is Murder RARE Japanese LP Morrissey
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The Smiths - 'Meat Is Murder' Japanese First Press Vinyl LP - 1985
Catalogue No. 25RTL-3001 - Tokuma Japan
Japanese LPs are well known for their exquisite packaging and the attention to detail which goes into their production, not to mention the quality of the vinyl itself. Such items occupy a special place amongst collectors, and examples in fine condition are highly sought after. This auction is for an example of a first-press of The Smiths' third album, 'Meat Is Murder', which is on the original Tokuma label rather than the later 'Victor' re-issue. Not only is this item complete, with the (often missing) OBI strip and fold-out Japanese/English lyric booklet, but it is in remarkable condition and has been carefully looked-after from new (see below). A genuinely rare find in such condition, this is an LP which would grace any Smiths collection; its desirability was recognised by Record Collector in its well-known 'Top 100' Smiths collectables article, in which this Japanese LP was ranked a respectable Number 47.The vinyl and labels are in near mint condition, having been played very few times and looked after extremely well. The vinyl retains its original glossy 'sheen' and there are no detectable surface marks even when held to the light! The impressive outer sleeve is also in near mint condition, with only one minor corner 'bump' in the top left corner preventing it being fully new in appearance. There are no seam splits or 'ringwear', with the record having been stored outside of the sleeve, and there is neither any wear to the edges or corners other than the aforementioned 'bump'. The OBI strip has no damage or wear, but just some light 'ripples' on the reverse which are too mild to be considered true creases. The terrific inner sleeve is also near mint with no wear or damage anywhere. It would be difficult to track down a copy which has been better preserved today. Please see the accompanying photos for more detail; note that the 'Ebay ID' lettering is just on the pictures and not on the item itself.
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