{"product_id":"joy-division-love-will-tear-us-apart-again-12-single-vinyl","title":"Joy Division - Love Will Tear Us Apart Again 12\" Single Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Joy Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Love Will Tear Us Apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Factory Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: FAC 23\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: 1980 UK Original First Pressing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: 12\" Vinyl Single\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed: 45 RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLove Will Tear Us Apart is Joy Division's most celebrated and enduring release. Issued in June 1980, shortly after the death of Ian Curtis, the single became the band's highest-charting release and has since become one of the most influential songs in alternative music history. Produced by Martin Hannett, it perfectly captures the band's haunting atmosphere, melodic sophistication and emotional intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by These Days and Love Will Tear Us Apart on the reverse side, this iconic 12-inch edition remains one of the defining releases of the post-punk era and an essential record for any serious vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1980 UK first pressing on Factory Records, catalogue number FAC 23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIssued in the distinctive Peter Saville-designed picture sleeve, the 12-inch edition was pressed at 45 RPM and features the original non-textured sleeve artwork. Early UK pressings are highly regarded for their exceptional sound quality and remain among the most sought-after Joy Division releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLove Will Tear Us Apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese Days\u003cbr\u003e\nLove Will Tear Us Apart\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal 1980 UK first pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nFactory Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue Number FAC 23\u003cbr\u003e\n12-inch single\u003cbr\u003e\n45 RPM\u003cbr\u003e\nPeter Saville sleeve design\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced by Martin Hannett\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Love Will Tear Us Apart\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes These Days\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic Factory Records release\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential post-punk collectible\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly sought-after original UK pressing\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNear 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":57369742410101,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/4C9EDAD5-BC17-430C-AC64-19A75A4992E2.jpg?v=1784560079","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/joy-division-love-will-tear-us-apart-again-12-single-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}