Reveal 0500: Carpenter Brut - Blood Machines (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Today we are looking at, Blood Machines (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Carpenter Brut. Released by No Quarter with no catalog number in 2020. This release was a kickstarter reward for helping to fund the movie.

The cover has the artist name, movie title, and movie image. The back contains the tracklist, and movie scene. Opening the gatefold reveals additional movie scenes.

This release contains a postcard, signed by the movie director.

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

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Reveal 0497: Boy Harsher - The Runner (Original Soundtrack)

Today we are looking at, The Runner (Original Soundtrack) by Boy Harsher. Released by Nude Club Records as catalog number NUDE018 in 2022. 

The cover has the star of the movie, standing outside a trailer. The back contains the group name, album title, tracklist, and sign.

A double sided folded insert is included, with a movie poster on the front, and the credits and lyrics on the back.

The album is pressed on purple with black smoke, limited to 500 copies, for sides A, and B.

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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 0475: The Music of Cosmos

Today we are looking at, The Music of Cosmos. Released by RCA as catalog number RPL-8063 in 1981. This is the Japanese release of this album.

The cover has the album name, and the cosmos. The back contains the tracklist, track credits, a note about the release from Carl Sagan, and the album credits. Opening the gatefold reveals some notes for the release and each movement, and additional photos and paintings celebrating exploration into the unknown.

This release included an OBI strip, with information about this release on the front, and other RCA releases on the back.

Also included for the Japanese market is an insert, with information on the Cosmos television series on the front. And the information from the album jacket translated to Japanese on the back.

The album is pressed on black for sides 1, and 2.

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Reveal 0465: Andrew Benson - Chex Quest (Original Soundtrack)

Today we are looking at, Chex Quest (Original Soundtrack) by Andrew Benson. Released by Limited Run Games as catalog number LRV-0007 in 2020.

The cover has the album title above a checked background. The back contains the tracklist.

The album is pressed on 180g Flemoid Green for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0462: Studio Ghibli 7inch Box

Today we are looking at, the Studio Ghibli 7inch Box. Released by Tokuma Japan Communications as catalog number TJKA10021 in 2019.

The cover has the boxset title, the movies showcased, and my neighbor. The back contains the tracklist for each disc, movie release dates, and the credits.

The boxset includes a plastic Studio Ghibli themed 7" adapter.

The boxset includes 5 7" 45RPM records. The first 4 are pressed on black, and the 5th was either red, blue, or yellow and was randomly chosen for this first pressing release.

The first disc includes a double sided triple folded insert with artwork for the movie, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and a photo of the artist on the front, and information about the movie, artist, and song lyrics on the back. The single was pressed on black for sides A, and B.

The second disc includes a double sided folded insert with artwork for the movie, Castle in the Sky, and a photo of the artist on the front, and information about the artist and song lyrics on the back. The single was pressed on black for sides A, and B.

The third disc includes a double sided folded insert with artwork for the movie, My Neighbor Totoro, and a photo of the artist on the front, and sheet music, information about the artist, and song lyrics on the back. The single was pressed on black for sides A, and B.

The fourth disc includes a double sided folded insert with artwork for the movie, My Neighbor Totoro, and a photo of the artist on the front, and sheet music, information about the artist, and song lyrics on the back. The single was pressed on black for sides A, and B.

The fifth disc includes a single sided insert with a Christmas themed illustration of Totoro. The single is pressed on translucent blue for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0452: Jonny Greenwood - There Will Be Blood

Today we are looking at, the There Will Be Blood soundtrack by Jonny Greenwood. Released on vinyl by nonesuch as catalog number 567608-1 in 2019, for this original 2007 release. 

The cover has the soundtrack title and artist name, around a stylized scene from the movie. The back contains the tracklist, credits, and a scene from the movie. Opening the gatefold reveals another touching scene from the movie.

The album is pressed on 140g black 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 0440: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - Original Video Game Soundtrack

Today we are looking at, the Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - Original Video Game Soundtrack. Remastered by Mondo as catalog number MOND-075 in 2018, for this original 1997 release. 

The cover has the album name, with Alucard in front of the castle in the background. The back contains the tracklist, credits, and Dracula. Opening the gatefold reveals an illustration of Maria Renard and Richter Belmont.

This release included an OBI strip with information about this release on the font and other releases on the back.

The album is pressed on two 180g Black, Gold & Bone tri-color records for sides A, B, C, and D.

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Reveal 0439: Dan Salvato - Doki Doki Literature Club

Today we are looking at, Doki Doki Literature Club! by Dan Salvato. Released by iam8bit as catalog number 8BIT-8089 in 2019.

The cover has a classroom with a laptop on desk, with a cutout for the screen revealing the album name from the slipcase below. The back contains the tracklist, within a classroom. Removing the slipcase reveals an error message, on the screen.

A printed slipcase shows the characters on the front, and the glitches on the back.

Reversing the slipcase within the cover reveals a glitch onscreen. 

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

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Reveal 0434: Hotline Miami (Official Soundtrack)

Today we are looking at, the Hotline Miami (Official Soundtrack) by Various Artists. Released on vinyl by Laced Records with no catalog number in 2016, for this original 2013 digital release. This is the Collector's Edition Vinyl, first pressing, funded through Kickstarter, and limited to 5,000 copies.

The cover has a character being vaporized. The back contains the tracklist. Opening the tri-fold reveals a different character on each panel; Horse, Rooster, Owl.

The cover designs span across both the inner gatefold and outer gatefold.

Each record is housed in a double sided slipcase for each character from the inner gatefold, with the font showing a normal view, with a beast mode on the back.

The album is pressed on red translucent for sides 1A and 1B, black for sides 2A and 2B, and yellow translucent for sides 3A and 3B.

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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 0385: Shankar Jaikishan - Shree 420

Today we are looking at, Shree 420 by Shankar Jaikishan. Reissued by His Master's Voice as catalog number ECLP 5648 in 1979, for this original 1978 release. 

The cover has the artist names, movie title, and images from the movie. The back contains the tracklist and additional scenes from the movie.

The album is pressed on black for sides One, and Two.

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Reveal 0357: Ben Prunty - FTL: Faster Than Light [Advanced Edition] Original Soundtrack

Today we are looking at, FTL: Faster Than Light [Advanced Edition] Original Soundtrack by Ben Prunty. Released by iam8bit as catalog number 8BIT-8018 in 2016. 

The cover has a glossy starfield design. The back contains the album title, artist name, and tracklist.

The album is pressed on black and red merge with yellow splatter for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0340: Ben Prunty - FTL: Faster Than Light Original Soundtrack

Today we are looking at, FTL: Faster Than Light Original Soundtrack by Ben Prunty. Released by iam8bit as catalog number 8BIT-8008 in 2016. 

The cover has a reflective design of a space traveler. The back contains the soundtrack name, performing artist, and tracklist. A protective outer sleeve is included with a hype sticker on the front.

The album is pressed on two 180g black and red merge with green splatter records, for sides A, B, C, and D.

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Reveal 0326: Equip - Synthetic Core 88

Today we are looking at, Synthetic Core 88 by Equip. Reissued by Yetee Records as catalog number 00018 in 2021, for this original 2018 release. This variant is exclusive to 100% Electronica.

The cover has the album title, and a dual mechanical and organic image. The back contains the tracklist within a video game box style back design.

This release includes an OBI strip with information about the release on the front, and back.

100% Electronica releases include a trading card, a Pudina card was included with this release.

The album is pressed on pink with blue splatter for sides A, and B.

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Reveal 0313: Clint Mansell Featuring Kronos Quartet - Requiem For A Dream

Today we are looking at, Requiem For A Dream by Clint Mansell Featuring Kronos Quartet. Reissued by Nonesuch as catalog number 553787-1 in 2016, for this original 2000 release. This release has been remastered.

The cover has the artist names, movie title, and stylized pupil design. The back contains the tracklist and movie credits. Opening the gatefold reveals the album credits.

An insert is included with details about the recording by Clint Mansell.

The album is pressed on two black records, limited to 5000 copies, for side 1: Summer, side 2: Fall, side 3: Winter, and side 4: Suite, or, In The End It's All Nice.

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Reveal 0310: Clannad - "Legend"

Today we are looking at, "Legend" by Clannad. Released by RCA as catalog number AFL1-5084 in 1984. This is the soundtrack to the TV series 'Robin of Sherwood.'

The cover has the band name, album title, and photo of Robin of Sherwood. The back contains the tracklist, credits, and photo of the band.

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

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Reveal 0264: Angelo Badalamenti - Music from Twin Peaks

Today we are looking at, Music from Twin Peaks by Angelo Badalamenti. Reissued by Warner Bros. Records as catalog number 081227940300 in 2017, for this original 1990 release. 

The cover has the album title and composer, over a scene from the series. The back contains the tracklist, credits, and list of the show cast.

The album is pressed on black for sides One, and Two.

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Reveal 0249: Kevin Penkin - Florence

Today we are looking at, the Florence soundtrack by Kevin Penkin. Released by iam8bit as catalog number 8BIT-8097 in 2019. 

The cover has a drawing of the titular character. The back contains the tracklist, and credits.

A printed inner sleeve is included, with a repeating pattern on both sides. The album is pressed on cello yellow, limited to 1,000 pressings, for sides A, and B.

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