{"product_id":"the-mock-turtles-87-90-vinyl","title":"The Mock Turtles - 87-90 Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: The Mock Turtles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: 87–90\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Imaginary Records\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogue Number: ILLUSION 019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Release Year: 1991\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Year: 1991 UK First Pressing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed: 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e87–90 is a rare compilation of The Mock Turtles' early independent recordings, released by Imaginary Records in 1991. Showcasing the band's formative years before mainstream success, the album blends jangly guitars, psychedelic influences and melodic indie pop, capturing the sound that made The Mock Turtles one of the most respected acts to emerge from the late-1980s Manchester scene. Pressed during the rapid decline of vinyl production, original UK LP copies are considerably scarcer than their CD counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal 1991 UK first pressing on Imaginary Records, catalogue number ILLUSION 019. This copy features the desirable first-cut matrix combination ILLUSION 019-1 \/ ILLUSION 019-2, confirming it as an original pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIssued in relatively small numbers, 87–90 compiles recordings from the band's independent years and has become one of the more elusive Mock Turtles vinyl releases. The combination of limited production, independent label origins and the band's enduring cult following has made original first pressings increasingly sought after by collectors of Manchester indie and alternative rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide One\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn O'War\u003cbr\u003e No Good Trying\u003cbr\u003e Bathing In Blue\u003cbr\u003e Watching The Waning Moon\u003cbr\u003e Big Sky\u003cbr\u003e Fionnuala\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh Helen How (Strings)\u003cbr\u003e Shangri-La\u003cbr\u003e Time Between\u003cbr\u003e Calm Before The Storm\u003cbr\u003e Magic Boomerang\u003cbr\u003e Matrix \/ Runout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide One: ILLUSION 019-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide Two: ILLUSION 019-2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e Original UK first pressing\u003cbr\u003e First-cut matrices ILLUSION 019-1 \/ ILLUSION 019-2\u003cbr\u003e Imaginary Records\u003cbr\u003e Catalogue number ILLUSION 019\u003cbr\u003e Independent label release\u003cbr\u003e Features rare early recordings\u003cbr\u003e Manchester indie \/ alternative rock\u003cbr\u003e Scarce UK vinyl issue\u003cbr\u003e Highly collectible first pressing\u003cbr\u003e Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve: Very Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent (EX)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly played and exceptionally well cared for with only minimal cosmetic wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean, well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains crisp and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not detract from playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood (G)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoor \/ Fair (P\/F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\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":57325352255861,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5478\/0437\/files\/4681839F-E779-48DD-BCA1-8DD62D4C9BB3.jpg?v=1782736476","url":"https:\/\/www.rockabuyrecords.co.uk\/products\/the-mock-turtles-87-90-vinyl","provider":"Rockabuy Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}