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Carter USM - Rubbish 12" Single Vinyl

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Description

Artist: Carter The Unstoppable Sex Machine

Title: Rubbish

Label: Chrysalis

Catalogue Number: USMX 3

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1992

Pressing Year: 1992 UK First Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl Single

Speed: 45 RPM

Description

Rubbish is one of Carter The Unstoppable Sex Machine's best-loved singles, released in 1992 from the band's third studio album 1992 – The Love Album. Blending indie rock, punk attitude, electronic beats and Jim Bob's trademark witty lyricism, the single perfectly captures the band's distinctive sound at the height of their popularity. A firm fan favourite, it remains one of the standout releases from the early-1990s UK indie scene.

Pressing Notes

Original 1992 UK first pressing on Chrysalis Records, catalogue number USMX 3. This copy features the desirable JSMX 3 A1 J 1 1 / JSMX 3 B1 J 1 1 first-cut matrix combination, confirming it as an original UK pressing manufactured by EMI.

Issued in the original picture sleeve, this 12-inch includes exclusive extended versions and remains one of the band's most collectible single releases. First pressings have become increasingly sought after by collectors of Carter USM and early-1990s British indie rock.

Track Listing

Side One

Rubbish (Extended Mix)

Side Two

The Music That Nobody Likes
The Taking Of Peckham 123
Matrix / Runout

Side One: JSMX 3 A1 J 1 1

Side Two: JSMX 3 B1 J 1 1

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
First-cut A1/B1 matrices
Chrysalis Records
Catalogue number USMX 3
12-inch single
45 RPM
Original picture sleeve
Taken from 1992 – The Love Album
Classic early-1990s indie rock release
Highly collectible UK pressing
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record: 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 exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.

Good (G)

Visible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.

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