Reveal 0494: Attack The Block (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Today we are looking at, Attack The Block (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Steven Price, Felix Buxton, and Simon Ratcliffe. Released by I Am Shark as catalog number IAS013 in 2017, for this original 2011 release. 

The cover has the album title, performing artists, and movie promo shot. The back contains the tracklist, messages from the director and composer, and credits. Opening the gatefold reveals a still from the movie.

The album is pressed on two glow in the dark records for disc 1, sides A, and B, and disc 2, sides C, and D.

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Reveal 0477: Geinoh Yamashirogumi - Akira Symphonic Suite

Today we are looking at, Akira Symphonic Suite by Geinoh Yamashirogumi. Reissued by Milan as catalog number MLN1-36804 in 2017, for this original 1988 release.

The cover has the composer name, album title, and movie artwork. The back contains the tracklist, and Kaneda sitting on Tetsuo's throne. Opening the gatefold reveals a view of Neo Tokyo's skyline.

This release included two printed inner sleeves, with information about the composer and an illustration on the first. And the credits and an illustration on the second.

The album is pressed on two 180g black records for sides A, B, C, and D.

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Reveal 0476: 湯米 = Tommie – 懷斯波 = Wiseau Wave 1 / 懷斯波2 = Wiseau Wave 2

Today we are looking at, Wiseau Wave 1 and Wiseau Wave 2 by Tommie. Released by VILL4IN as catalog number APRIL-001 in 2021. This is the compilation combining these two releases originally from 2017 and 2020.

The cover has the artist name, album title, tracklist, and artwork for Wiseau Wave 1. The back contains the artist name, album title, tracklist, and artwork for Wiseau Wave 2.

This release included a single sided OBI strip with information for the label on the front.

Also included with this release was a VILL4IN trading card, with holographic printing on the back.

The album is pressed on 180g opaque red, limited to 200 copies, for sides Wiseau Wave 1, and Wiseau Wave 2.

Also available was a reel-to-reel version, limited to 30, which I also purchased for some reason.

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Reveal 0458: Boy Harsher - Country Girl Uncut

Today we are looking at, Country Girl Uncut by Boy Harsher. Reissued by Nude Club Records as catalog number NUDE012 in 2019, for this original 2017 release.

The cover has a monochrome figure, sitting. The back contains the group name, album title, and tracklist.

A folded newspaper single sided insert was included, with the album title, lyrics, and the credits on the front.

The album is pressed on 180g black with white splatter, limited to 400 copies, for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0446: Stardew Valley Original Soundtrack

Today we are looking at, the Stardew Valley Original Soundtrack. Released by Gamer's Edition as catalog number GE002 in 2017. 

The cover has the album title above an idyllic mountain farm scene. The back contains the tracklist below farm animals. Opening the gatefold reveals an illustration full of the game's characters and produce.

The album is pressed on two 180g records, limited to 600 copies. The first is blue, dark blue & green tricolor for sides Spring, and Summer. The second is orange, purple & blue tricolor for sides Fall, and Winter.

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Reveal 0433: Wu-Tang Clan - Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)

Today we are looking at, Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) by Wu-Tang Clan. Reissued by RCA as catalog number 07863 66336-1 in 2017, for this original 1993 release. 

The cover has the group name, album title, and the masked members. The back contains the tracklist, credits, and messages of thanks.

The album is pressed on black for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0413: Motoaki Furukawa - Sunset Riders

Today we are looking at, the Sunset Riders soundtrack by Motoaki Furukawa. Released by iam8bit as catalog number 8BIT-8046 in 2017.

The cover has the soundtrack title, riders riding into the sunset, and three die-cut bullet holes that are cutout through the back. The back contains the tracklist and credits, around a target.

The EP is pressed on clear, limited to 1,000 copies, for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0408: Buildings - You Are Not One Of Us

Today we are looking at, You Are Not One Of Us by Buildings. Released by Gilead Media as catalog number RELIC87 in 2017.

The cover has the band name, album title, and bejeweled and becrystaled hands. The back contains the tracklist surrounding a snake.

A double sided insert is included with the lyrics and photo of the band, and the credits.

The album is pressed on white with black splatter, limited to 100 copies, for sides a, and b… kitty.

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Reveal 0400: Zola Jesus - Stridulum

Today we are looking at, Stridulum by Zola Jesus. Released by Sacred Bones Records as catalog number SBR-185 in 2017. 

The cover has a photo of the artist, covered. The back contains the artist name, album title, tracklist, and credits.

A single sided insert is included with the Valusia EP album artwork, of a ghostly woman in a forest, on the front.

The album is pressed on ice, limited to 500 copies, for side A containing the Stridulum EP tracks, and B containing the Valusia EP tracks.

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Reveal 0391: Unsane - Sterilize

Today we are looking at, Sterilize by Unsane. Released by Southern Lord as catalog number LORD 244 in 2017.

The cover has the the band name, album title, and a blood stained surface. The back contains the tracklist.

This release includes a double sided insert with a bloody scene on the front, and the credits on the back.

The album is pressed on clear, limited to 300 copies, for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0383: The Body & Full of Hell - Ascending a Mountain of Heavy Light

Today we are looking at, Ascending a Mountain of Heavy Light by The Body & Full of Hell. Released by Thrill Jockey as catalog number THRILL447 in 2017. 

The cover has the band names, album title, and this figure and design. The back contains the tracklist.

This release includes a printed inner sleeve with words and credits on the front, and 'Bliss Erupted' on the back.

The album is pressed on yellow mixed with silt for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0379: Big Star - Complete Third: Vol. 3: Final Masters

Today we are looking at, Complete Third: Vol. 3: Final Masters by Big Star. Released by Omnivore Records as catalog number OVLP-212 in 2017.

The cover has a label with the band name and compilation title. The back contains the tracklist and credits.

The album is pressed on two black records for sides A, B, C, and D, with etchings taking the empty space left over on the final side which includes only a single track.

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Reveal 0375: Ultha - Dismal Ruins

Today we are looking at, Dismal Ruins by Ultha. Repressed by Vendetta Records as catalog number Vendetta 116 in 2017, for this original 2016 release. 

The cover has the band logo, album title, and this epic scene. The back has the record housed in a fold that contains the tracklist. Opening the cover contains the lyrics, credits, and motivational slogan.

The album is pressed on a single sided 180g black record, limited 250 copies, for side A, with a screen printing on side B.

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Reveal 0355: Vampillia & The Body - xoroAHbin

Today we are looking at, xoroAHbin by Vampillia and The Body. Reissued by Gilead Media as catalog number relic79 in 2017, for this 2015 original release. 

The cover has this photo illustration. The back contains the artist names, album title, and tracklist.

The album is pressed on clear for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0350: SQÜRL - EP #260

Today we are looking at, EP #260 by SQÜRL. Released by Sacred Bones Records as catalog number SBR-179 in 2017. 

The cover has the band name and EP title, along with this photo. The back contains the tracklist and credits.

The album is pressed on black for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0337: Trixie Mattel - Two Birds, One Stone

Today we are looking at, Two Birds, One Stone by Trixie Mattel. Released by ATO Records as catalog number ATLP249 in 2018. This release combines the first two self-released albums by Trixie Mattel.

The cover has the artist name, album title for Two Birds, photos of the artist, and a glossy print signature. The back contains the artist name, album title for One Stone, tracklist, and a photo montage of the artist. Opening the gatefold reveals a photo of the artist getting ready, and a conversation between Trixie and the producer.

A poster is included with a photo representing Two Birds, and One Stone.

A sticker set is included for both releases.

This release includes a printed inner sleeve, with the lyrics for Two Birds on the front, and the lyrics for One Stone on the back.

The album is pressed on pink, exclusive to Urban Outfitters, for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0331: Entombed - Wolverine Blues

Today we are looking at, Wolverine Blues by Entombed. Reissued by Earache as catalog number MOSH082FDRUS in 2017, for this original 1993 release. This version has been pressed from the original tapes.

The cover has the band name, album title, and this spooky figure. The back contains the tracklist and credits.

This release includes a printed inner sleeve with the track credits and various photos on the front, and the track lyrics on the back. The album is pressed on black for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0318: Vinyl Moon Volume 028: Long Intuition

Today we are looking at, Vinyl Moon Volume 028: Long Intuition. Released by Vinyl Moon as catalog number Volume 028 in 2017. 

The cover has a collage illustration design. The back continues the design. Opening the gatefold reveals an inverted illustration, with two flaps on the top. Opening the flaps reveals the tracklist. 

The gatefold can be completely opened to reveal a double sided poster with the cover, and inner gatefold, illustrations on the front, and a skull drawing on the back.

A booklet is included with additional sketches by the volume designer, kitty, kitty, kitty, kitty, kitty.

The second booklet includes a message from the founder, track artwork and lyrics, and information about the designer. 

The album is pressed on white marble for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0311: Vinyl Moon Volume 027: Skyride

Today we are looking at, Vinyl Moon Volume 027: Skyride. Released by Vinyl Moon as catalog number Volume 027 in 2017. 

The cover has the volume name embossed at the top, and a colorful geometric design in the middle. The back contains the tracklist and credits, along with a multi-environmental design. Opening the gatefold reveals a woman, and man.

A wave cut insert is included with a cloud wave design on the front.

A booklet is included with a message from the founder, track artwork and lyrics, and information about the designer.

The album is pressed on translucent blue for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0304: Vinyl Moon Volume 026: Nightshining

Today we are looking at, Vinyl Moon Volume 026: Nightshining. Released by Vinyl Moon as catalog number Volume 026 in 2017.

The cover has a photograph of water plants. The back contains a photo of a rooftop pool, in the city. Opening the left side of the trifold reveals photographs of city buildings. Opening the right side of the trifold shows a photograph of a stairwell on the right, a photograph of a park and the tracklist is in the center. 

Here is the outer trifold expanded, and the inner trifold.

A folded insert is included with a message from the founder, track artwork and lyrics, and information about the designer. 

The album is pressed on transparent purple swirl for sides A, and B.

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