{"product_id":"oasis-whatever-original-creation-12-single-vinyl","title":"Oasis - Whatever Original Creation 12\" Single Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Oasis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Whatever\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Creation Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: CRE 195T\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release Year: 1994\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Year: 1994 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\u003eWhatever is one of Oasis' most iconic early singles and a defining release from the band's breakthrough year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in December 1994, the standalone single arrived shortly after the enormous success of Definitely Maybe and showcased a more expansive side of Oasis, combining Noel Gallagher's anthemic songwriting with sweeping orchestral arrangements and Liam Gallagher's unmistakable vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12-inch edition also features the outstanding (It's Good) To Be Free and the classic Slide Away, making this one of the most desirable early Oasis 12-inch singles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1994 UK 12-inch pressing on Creation Records, catalogue number CRE 195T.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis copy features the desirable A2\/B2 matrix combination together with DAMONT runout markings, identifying it as an original UK Damont pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDamont Audio was responsible for pressing numerous important British independent releases during the 1990s, and its distinctive DAMONT deadwax markings are an important identifier on original Creation Records vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIssued during Oasis' breakthrough year, this original pressing retains the three-track 12-inch configuration and is a highly desirable original-era Oasis collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e(It's Good) To Be Free\u003cbr\u003e\nSlide Away\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide One: CRE 195T A2 – DAMONT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two: CRE 195T B2 – DAMONT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal 1994 UK pressing\u003cbr\u003e\nCreation Records\u003cbr\u003e\nCatalogue number CRE 195T\u003cbr\u003e\nA2 \/ B2 matrices\u003cbr\u003e\nDAMONT runout markings\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal UK Damont pressing\u003cbr\u003e\n12\" vinyl single\u003cbr\u003e\n45 RPM\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal three-track vinyl configuration\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures Whatever\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes (It's Good) To Be Free\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes Slide Away\u003cbr\u003e\nStandalone Oasis single\u003cbr\u003e\nReleased during the Definitely Maybe era\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic early Britpop release\u003cbr\u003e\nHighly collectible original-era Oasis vinyl\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":57347970400629,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/BC24BCD2-F3B3-4FDD-BDA2-B429218B160B.jpg?v=1783602298","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/oasis-whatever-original-creation-12-single-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}