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The Smiths - The Queen Is Dead (Rough Trade Original) Vinyl

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Description

The Smiths – The Queen Is Dead Vinyl

Artist: The Smiths Title: The Queen Is Dead Label: Rough Trade Records Catalogue Number: ROUGH 96 Country: UK Original Release Year: 1986 Pressing Year: 1986 Format: LP – Original UK Pressing Genre: Indie Rock / Alternative Rock Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

The Queen Is Dead is the iconic third studio album from Manchester indie legends The Smiths, originally released in June 1986.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest British albums of all time, the record showcases the exceptional songwriting partnership of Morrissey and Johnny Marr, combining jangling guitar melodies, sharp lyrical observations and distinctive vocals.

The album features some of The Smiths’ most celebrated songs, including There Is A Light That Never Goes Out, Bigmouth Strikes Again, The Boy With The Thorn In His Side and Cemetry Gates.

This original 1986 UK Rough Trade pressing is a highly desirable collector’s edition and an essential addition to any serious Smiths or indie music collection.

Pressing Notes

  • Original 1986 UK pressing.
  • Released on Rough Trade Records.
  • Original catalogue number ROUGH 96.
  • Gatefold sleeve.
  • Includes original printed picture inner sleeve.
  • Ten-track album.
  • Original Rough Trade label edition.

Track Listing

Side A

  • The Queen Is Dead (Take Me Back To Dear Old Blighty) (Medley)
  • Frankly, Mr. Shankly
  • I Know It’s Over
  • Never Had No One Ever
  • Cemetry Gates

Side B

  • Bigmouth Strikes Again
  • The Boy With The Thorn In His Side
  • Vicar In A Tutu
  • There Is A Light That Never Goes Out
  • Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others

Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+) Vinyl: Very Good Plus (VG+) Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

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Mint (M): Perfect condition, generally unused or still sealed.

Near Mint (NM): Almost perfect with minimal or no signs of handling or play.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Excellent overall condition with only minor signs of use.

Very Good (VG): Some visible signs of wear and/or surface marks, but plays well.

Good (G): Noticeable wear and surface marks, with possible background noise.

Fair (F): Heavy wear and significant imperfections, but still playable.

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