Killing Joke - Requiem/change 12" Single Vinyl

Artist: Killing Joke

Title: Requiem / Change

Label: E.G. Records / Malicious Damage

Catalogue Number: EGMDX 1.0 (often written as EGMDX100)

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1980

Pressing Year: 1980 UK Original Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl Single

Speed: 45 RPM

Description

Requiem is one of Killing Joke's defining recordings and an essential release from the formative years of post-punk. Issued in 1980 from the band's acclaimed self-titled debut album, the single perfectly captures Killing Joke's unmistakable blend of tribal rhythms, atmospheric guitars and dark, powerful songwriting.

This 12-inch edition includes the classic Requiem, together with Change and a rare demo version of Requiem, making it one of the most desirable early releases in the Killing Joke catalogue. Influential on generations of post-punk, gothic rock and industrial bands, it remains an essential record from the era.

Pressing Notes

Original 1980 UK 12-inch pressing on E.G. Records / Malicious Damage, catalogue number EGMDX 1.0.

Released in September 1980, this original 12-inch issue features the extended three-track format with Requiem, Change and the Requiem demo exclusive to the 12-inch release. It reached No. 1 on the UK Indie Chart and remains one of the band's most collectible early vinyl releases.

Original UK E.G./Malicious Damage pressings are highly regarded for their powerful analogue sound and remain sought after by collectors of post-punk and industrial music.

Track Listing

Side One

Requiem

Side Two

Change
Requiem (Demo)
Additional Information
Original 1980 UK pressing
E.G. Records / Malicious Damage
Catalogue number EGMDX 1.0
12" vinyl single
45 RPM
Features Requiem
Includes Change
Includes Requiem (Demo)
Produced by Killing Joke
UK Indie Chart No. 1 single
Classic post-punk release
Essential Killing Joke vinyl
Highly collectible original 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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