New Model Army - Vengance Vinyl

Artist: New Model Army

Title: Vengeance

Label: Abstract Records

Catalogue Number: ABT 008

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1984

Pressing Year: 1984 UK Original Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Vengeance is the debut studio album by New Model Army and the record that announced the Bradford trio as one of the most uncompromising bands of the 1980s. Recorded in just seven days at Alaska Studios beneath London's Waterloo Station, the album blends post-punk, folk influences and politically charged lyrics with an intensity that would become the band's trademark. Upon release, it reached No. 1 on the UK Independent Albums Chart, establishing New Model Army as one of the leading independent acts of the decade.

Featuring the powerful tracks Christian Militia, A Liberal Education, Smalltown England, Vengeance, Running In The Rain and Spirit Of The Falklands, this landmark debut remains an essential album for fans of alternative rock and post-punk.

Pressing Notes

Original 1984 UK first pressing on Abstract Records, catalogue number ABT 008. Issued in the original picture sleeve, the album was distributed by Pinnacle Records and quickly became one of the defining releases on the UK independent scene. First pressings contain the original eight-track running order before later expanded editions added bonus material under the title Vengeance – The Independent Story. Original UK Abstract pressings are increasingly sought after by collectors for their superb analogue sound quality and historical importance.

Track Listing
Side One
Christian Militia
Notice Me
Smalltown England
A Liberal Education
Side Two
Vengeance
Sex (The Black Angel)
Running In The Rain
Spirit Of The Falklands
Additional Information
Original 1984 UK First Pressing
Abstract Records
Catalogue Number: ABT 008
Original Picture Sleeve
33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP
Produced by Ray "Mond" Cowie and New Model Army
Recorded at Alaska Studios, London
Features Christian Militia, A Liberal Education, Smalltown England, Vengeance, Running In The Rain and Spirit Of The Falklands
Reached No. 1 on the UK Independent Albums Chart
The album that launched New Model Army's career and one of the defining releases of the 1980s UK independent music scene.
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Inner Sleeve: 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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