Pulp - Different Class Aperture Sleeve First Press Vinyl

Artist: Pulp
Title: Different Class
Label: Island Records
Catalogue Number: ILPS 8041
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1995
Pressing Year: 1995 UK First Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Different Class is Pulp's defining album and one of the most important records of the Britpop era. Released in October 1995, the album propelled the band to international success and features some of their most iconic songs, including "Common People", "Disco 2000", "Sorted For E's & Wizz" and "Something Changed". Combining Jarvis Cocker's sharp social observations with infectious melodies, the album reached No.1 in the UK and remains a landmark British album of the 1990s.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing issued on Island Records under catalogue number ILPS 8041. First press copies were released with the famous die-cut aperture sleeve and a set of interchangeable cover inserts, allowing owners to choose from multiple front cover images. Complete examples with all inserts present are particularly sought after by collectors and represent one of the most desirable Britpop vinyl releases of the 1990s.

Track Listing

Side A

Mis-Shapes
Pencil Skirt
Common People
I Spy
Disco 2000
Live Bed Show

Side B

Something Changed
Sorted For E's & Wizz
F.E.E.L.I.N.G.C.A.L.L.E.D.L.O.V.E.
Underwear
Monday Morning
Bar Italia
Matrix / Runout

Side A: ILPS 8041 A
Side B: ILPS 8041 B

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Island Records ILPS 8041
Die-cut aperture sleeve
Interchangeable cover inserts
Features "Common People", "Disco 2000" and "Sorted For E's & Wizz"
Stereo pressing
UK No.1 album
Essential Britpop release
Highly collectible original vinyl issue
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Excellent Minus (EX-)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.