{"product_id":"echo-and-the-bunnymen-crocodiles-vinyl","title":"Echo And The Bunnymen - Crocodiles Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Echo \u0026amp; The Bunnymen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Crocodiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Korova Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: KODE 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release Year: 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Year: 1982 UK Reissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: 12\" Vinyl LP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrocodiles is the landmark debut album by Echo \u0026amp; The Bunnymen and one of the defining records of the post-punk movement. Originally released in 1980, the album introduced the Liverpool quartet's distinctive blend of atmospheric guitars, driving rhythms and Ian McCulloch's commanding vocals. Acclaimed upon release, it remains one of the finest debut albums of the era and laid the foundations for the band's hugely influential career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing the classic tracks Rescue, Pictures On My Wall, Going Up, Villiers Terrace and Crocodiles, this album remains an essential addition to any post-punk or alternative rock vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1982 UK reissue was released on Korova Records, catalogue number KODE 1. Issued in the original picture sleeve with the standard Korova labels, it retains the original analogue mastering and artwork from the 1980 release. Although not a first pressing, these early reissues are highly regarded for their excellent sound quality and remain increasingly collectible due to their close proximity to the original issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003cbr\u003e\nSide One\u003cbr\u003e\nGoing Up\u003cbr\u003e\nStars Are Stars\u003cbr\u003e\nPride\u003cbr\u003e\nMonkeys\u003cbr\u003e\nCrocodiles\u003cbr\u003e\nSide Two\u003cbr\u003e\nRescue\u003cbr\u003e\nVilliers Terrace\u003cbr\u003e\nPictures On My Wall\u003cbr\u003e\nAll That Jazz\u003cbr\u003e\nHappy Death Men\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\n1982 UK Reissue\u003cbr\u003e\nKorova Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number: KODE 1\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Picture Sleeve\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal Poly-Lined Inner Sleeve\u003cbr\u003e\n33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced by Bill Drummond and David Balfe\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Rescue, Pictures On My Wall, Going Up, Villiers Terrace and Crocodiles\u003cbr\u003e\nEcho \u0026amp; The Bunnymen's acclaimed debut album\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of the defining post-punk albums of the 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\nEarly UK Korova reissues remain highly regarded for their analogue sound quality and collectability.\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003cbr\u003e\nNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. Records are securely packaged in professional record mailers with protective stiffeners and dispatched via a fully tracked delivery service to ensure safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockabuy Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57477837652341,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/3FB0A013-5901-4EC1-8756-4DC5AD511A9A.jpg?v=1785936742","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/echo-and-the-bunnymen-crocodiles-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}