{"product_id":"killing-joke-requiem-change-12-single-vinyl","title":"Killing Joke - Requiem\/change 12\" Single Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Killing Joke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Requiem \/ Change\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: E.G. Records \/ Malicious Damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: EGMDX 1.0 (often written as EGMDX100)\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 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\u003eRequiem 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1980 UK 12-inch pressing on E.G. Records \/ Malicious Damage, catalogue number EGMDX 1.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRequiem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChange\u003cbr\u003e\nRequiem (Demo)\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal 1980 UK pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nE.G. Records \/ Malicious Damage\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue number EGMDX 1.0\u003cbr\u003e\n12\" vinyl single\u003cbr\u003e\n45 RPM\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Requiem\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Change\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Requiem (Demo)\u003cbr\u003e\nProduced by Killing Joke\u003cbr\u003e\nUK Indie Chart No. 1 single\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic post-punk release\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential Killing Joke vinyl\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible 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\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":57354213654901,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/2391E82B-8014-4534-BDEC-002FD27C3708.jpg?v=1784106809","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/killing-joke-requiem-change-12-single-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}