Inspiral Carpets - Find Out Why 12" Single

Artist: Inspiral Carpets

Title: Find Out Why

Label: Cow Records

Catalogue Number: DUNG 5T

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1989

Pressing Year: 1989 UK First Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl Single

Speed: 45 RPM

Description

Find Out Why is one of the defining early singles by Inspiral Carpets and captures the band at the forefront of the emerging Madchester scene. Released in 1989 on the band's own Cow Records label, the single showcases their unmistakable blend of swirling Farfisa organ, driving rhythms and indie rock energy. Produced before the release of their debut album, it remains a fan favourite and an important milestone in the band's rise to prominence.

Pressing Notes

Original 1989 UK first pressing on Cow Records, catalogue number DUNG 5T. This copy features the original DUNG 5T A / DUNG 5T B matrix combination, confirming it as a first pressing.

Distributed by Playtime Records, the single was released during the formative years of the Madchester movement and was pressed in relatively modest numbers. Original UK copies are increasingly sought after by collectors of Factory-related artists, Manchester indie and late-1980s alternative rock.

Track Listing

Side One

Find Out Why
Rain Song

Side Two

Seeds Of Doubt
Garage Full Of Flowers
Matrix / Runout

Side One: DUNG 5T A

Side Two: DUNG 5T B

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Original DUNG 5T A / B matrices
Cow Records
Catalogue number DUNG 5T
12-inch single
45 RPM
Original picture sleeve
Classic Madchester release
Early Inspiral Carpets single
Increasingly 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.

Shipping

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