Your latest Morrissey/Smiths buy

[Abrahan]

Thanks! I was very pleased to get this!!



http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2374/2300678679_6936b167a7.jpg


http://twitpic.com/fhgax

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-1-8.jpg

[joe frady]

http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/6528/oye.jpg

:( I was all set to bid big on this, but the seller refused to ship to the UK :confused:

[Matti]

The Smiths - Peel Sessions 12" France!

[Leigh94]

I needed a new pencil case for my last year of school, so... :D
Sorry for the hugeness :o
http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww69/pinpinbrandy/DSC01013.jpg

[Flax]

:( I was all set to bid big on this, but the seller refused to ship to the UK :confused:

Oh sorry to hear that... I was VERY surprised with the low price on that. And there were only 3 bids!

When I see something that I really want on ebay, I never ask whether they ship it to where I live. I just bid and deal with it later

[beau]

http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/saintelvis/elvisthursday.jpg

Oops sorry, wrong site;-)

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

just made my first purchase on musicstack.com from a place in holland hope its legit :o

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/3372/dagenhamdavevinyl.jpg

[mikael]

http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/saintelvis/elvisthursday.jpg

Oops sorry, wrong site;-)

Do you have all the Sun 7"s and 78 rpm's Beau?

[beau]

Nah, I just dabble in Elvis. Collecting him properly would really be a full time job.

[mikael]

I'll try and find some more Swedish Elvis stuff for you. And no, not just by sideshow artists;)

[billybu69]

http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/saintelvis/elvisthursday.jpg

Oops sorry, wrong site;-)

Becoming an Elvis collector, now that is the way to break the bank.

[Morning Star]

I got a VHS tape of 'Melody Maker Video', which has Morrissey doing 'You're The One For Me Fatty' on it, alongside The Sugarcubes, Carter USM and Lush. I haven't had a chance to watch it yet, so I can't say whether it is just a video clip or not.

[joe frady]

Oh sorry to hear that... I was VERY surprised with the low price on that. And there were only 3 bids!

When I see something that I really want on ebay, I never ask whether they ship it to where I live. I just bid and deal with it later
Thanks for the tip Flax, I'll do that from now on.
Congratulations on getting a good deal.
At least I know it went to a deserving home :)

[prue4ever]

Our Frank and Piccadilly Palare 12"s from Mozgrrl
Rank LP with promo poster

[Raphael Lambach]

Our Frank and Piccadilly Palare 12"s from Mozgrrl
Rank LP with promo poster
They are so nice

How much did you pay?

[prue4ever]

for the our frank/piccadilly? $27 total

[Raphael Lambach]

for the our frank/piccadilly? $27 total

You paid cheap...
I have paid 35 for my love life 12''

[prue4ever]

You paid cheap...
I have paid 35 for my love life 12''

yeah, i was excited.
the most ive paid for a 12" was probably no more than 30

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

12" grey sleeve

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk21/EasyCure13/girlfriendinacoma.jpg

[Biggoof009]

You guys are very lucky to keep finding this stuff, and for cheap on some of it. No offense to you all, good finds, but, I suspect this is a case of many folks not realizing what they have? There are collectors here and elsewhere who know alot about this stuff. You guys are lucky, and did the right thing in snatching these up.

I just cant get over how simple it is for folks to do just a 5-10 minute search on the comp? and they'll see exactly what they have & how much it's worth? my guess would be, if they found out, this stuff wouldnt be as obtainable, and would definitely be MUCH more expensive then alot of you are getting it for?

Not trying to ruin anyone's day by what I've said, or to take the wind out of your sails. Just saying. I try finding alot of this stuff here, locally in Vegas, and when I make the occasional trip to L.A. Most of the time, I cant find any of it. If/when I do...it's obscenely overpriced, and not in as good of shape as this stuff is.

Amoeba Records in Hollywood, would have the prices on most of this stuff jacked to the moon. I've seen some of the Smiths/Moz, non Smiths stuff they have priced on their walls, it's ridiculous what they're charging for some of it. I'm not cheap by any means, and will buy stuff if the price is right. They probably laugh when folks bring stuff like this in, and then cheat them on the trade in value? I've had it happen to me.

They had a "Suedehead: Best Of Morrissey" record on the wall last time i was there, they wanted $55 bucks for it, and it was scratched. Now, that may/may not be a good price to some? not sure. But, I can guarantee you 2 things about that record:

1) I wouldnt buy it for $30 if it was scratched, I dont care if it's "Rare" or not. If I'm paying that much for something, it wont be "scratched".

2) wanna bet they paid a fraction for this? The person who sold it to them didnt do their homework. I dont blame them though for giving them so little for it. Not to sound contradictory here, but, if you're too stupid to do a bit of research on the item? then you deserve to get low-balled on it.

[Midnight Cowboy]

you might be right. however, i have the impression that us-sellers inflate the prices for smiths items, both on ebay and in shops (well, at least in those shops i visited during my brief visits to the usa). i find smiths releases much cheaper in europe...might have something to do with the fact that they were an english/european band...

[beau]

you might be right. however, i have the impression that us-sellers inflate the prices for smiths items, both on ebay and in shops (well, at least in those shops i visited during my brief visits to the usa). i find smiths releases much cheaper in europe...might have something to do with the fact that they were an english/european band...

I think it has to do with the proximity to where they were most widely distributed, as well as demand. 4,000 miles (and a common language) separate the US and UK.

There were only 4 Smiths 12"s released in the US (HSIN?, Boy, Panic, Ask), and two 7"; What Diff and HSIN? The World Won't Listen was never released in the US, and Hatful Of Hollow wasn't released in the US until 1993; 9 years belated.

Now compare this to the plethora of domestically pressed releases from France, Germany, Holland, Australia and even Japan.

Also, in the States The Smiths could at best be considered a "one hit wonder" (HSIN?), even though it failed to chart in the US. One could argue that HSIN? is better known in it's various cover versions than the original.

So per capita, I'd argue that the US probably has the lowest ratio of any industrialized, 1st world nation.

So I think with this scarcity, coupled with their ever increasing popularity, means that any piece of Smiths vinyl almost always finds itself on the wall of the US record store it is in.

[Dave2006]

I think it has to do with the proximity to where they were most widely distributed, as well as demand. 4,000 miles (and a common language) separate the US and UK.

There were only 4 Smiths 12"s released in the US (HSIN?, Boy, Panic, Ask), and two 7"; What Diff and HSIN? The World Won't Listen was never released in the US, and Hatful Of Hollow wasn't released in the US until 1993; 9 years belated.

Now compare this to the plethora of domestically pressed releases from France, Germany, Holland, Australia and even Japan.

Also, in the States The Smiths could at best be considered a "one hit wonder" (HSIN?), even though it failed to chart in the US. One could argue that HSIN? is better known in it's various cover versions than the original.

So per capita, I'd argue that the US probably has the lowest ratio of any industrialized, 1st world nation.

So I think with this scarcity, coupled with their ever increasing popularity, means that any piece of Smiths vinyl almost always finds itself on the wall of the US record store it is in.

Wow. Very thoughtful and informative response, Beau.

On a less responsive note, your wanted list - the Beautiful South CD - are you looking for a standard copy? It's not very rare, there are 4 on ebay at the moment all quite cheap http://music.shop.ebay.co.uk/CDs-/307/i.html?LH_PrefLoc=2&_nkw=beautiful%20south%20sail%20this%20ship&_catref=1&_dmpt=UK_CDsDVDs_CDs_CDs_GL&_fln=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m283 .. or are you looking for something else - the cardboard or the slimline perhaps? http://www.xmission.com/~dking/bsdiscog.htm - This site makes me think I need to start filling out my BS collection :)

Dave

[beau]

Thanks Dave, I just don't want to spend $20 on it.

[majic_johnson]

- Smiths Interview 12" - Bootleg BAK2013 i think - £1. Mint con!

Recieved from Mozgirl today
- Morrissey Dagenham Dave 7" UK
- Sandie Shaw 12" UK

[roky]

I am ready to see who got the Maladjusted Expanded promo that was on the bay a few days ago. My highest bid was 18.99 GBP then dropped out. It went for 27 GBP. To rich for me. They will probably go a lot cheaper later on.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170376593507&ssPageName=STRK:MEDWX:IT

[mikael]

I am ready to see who got the Maladjusted Expanded promo that was on the bay a few days ago. My highest bid was 18.99 GBP then dropped out. It went for 27 GBP. To rich for me. They will probably go a lot cheaper later on.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170376593507&ssPageName=STRK:MEDWX:IT

I think the CD-R promos for the reissued Southpaw and Maladjusted are very limited.

[YourArseAnAll]

http://i32.tinypic.com/6nyy51.jpg

[Black Eyed]

I know this is not worth anything, especially when compared to the Moz picture sleeve, but it will tide me over till I can get the £100 value one. This only cost £5 off ebay !

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v468/Titchy/PICT0007-2.jpg

[Irregular Regular]

I know this is not worth anything, especially when compared to the Moz picture sleeve, but it will tide me over till I can get the £100 value one. This only cost £5 off ebay !

Hi Black Eyed,

Good addition!
I just bought the same record a couple of weeks ago, still waiting for it to arrive from Oz.
Same reason as you really, I thought it would be great to own for very little money until I get the standard Aussie 7" (I already own the Aussie 12" though).

Cheers,

I.R

[Dave2006]

Recent purchases:
The Smiths - Canadian with different track listing to UK version (It's got This Charming Man on it) and a cute Maple Leaf logo on the sleeve http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350239346443&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
The Smiths - UK pressing with Red text (I think IR laid down a challenge a couple of weeks ago :) ) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270443060268&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Jamming Magazine - US 1980s magazine with Morrissey on the front - it was only a couple of quid. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250483081806&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Morrissey "First of the Gng promo" http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310160814222&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
The Smiths Best 2 on vinyl - from vinyl exchange

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

The Smiths - UK pressing with Red text (I think IR laid down a challenge a couple of weeks ago :) ) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270443060268&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Dave

Very nice Dave, I want one now! :)

I was not aware of a UK version of the debut album with red text and a blue label though.
It is not mentioned on Passions and I have never seen one before therefore I couldn't possibly know.

Has anybody else got a copy of this record? is it ultra-rare?

Stephane, as always, your input would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,

I.R.

[Dave2006]

Very nice Dave, I want one now! :)

I was not aware of a UK version of the debut album with red text and a blue label though.
It is not mentioned on Passions and I have never seen one before therefore I couldn't possibly know.

Has anybody else got a copy of this record? is it ultra-rare?

Stephane, as always, your input would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,

I.R.

You've got me worried now...

To be honest, I've not fully unpacked it yet to study it in detail, but it looks legit, looks like it's 20-odd years old and is suitably 'worn'. It came from Hong Kong - but has Rough Trade logos on it - not checked the serial number, so I will take a look tonight.

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

You've got me worried now...

To be honest, I've not fully unpacked it yet to study it in detail, but it looks legit, looks like it's 20-odd years old and is suitably 'worn'. It came from Hong Kong - but has Rough Trade logos on it - not checked the serial number, so I will take a look tonight.

Dave

Didn't mean to worry you Dave, not my intention at all.

You might have an ultra-rare release there, but I guess there is a slight possibility that this is not an official release.

I am trying to find out whether it is official or not because if it is I will be adding it to my 'wants' list! :)

Cheers,

I.R.

[Stephane]

I was not aware of a UK version of the debut album with red text and a blue label though.
It is not mentioned on Passions and I have never seen one before therefore I couldn't possibly know.

Stephane, as always, your input would be greatly appreciated.

This stuff is not listed on PJLM because there are so many variations of that type out there, particularly with early releases, that the discography pages would get too loaded with information that is only of interest to a minority of us and most visitors would need to dig into more text to find what they are looking for.

Eventually special sections aimed at collectors will be added, but this might not be for another year. There is other stuff I want to put up as well, and there's the general maintenance of the site that takes some of my time.

So to answer your question I am aware of three versions of the UK edition of the debut LP. One is the blue label edition just mentioned. It has a rubber stamp type logo on it. It is the scarcest of all three, but not impossible to find. The other two versions have that more common greyish beige label. The first pressing has the cursive Rough Trade logo, and the later reprint has the rubber stamp style logo. These latter two grey versions also differ in the words/music line in thecredits.

Stephane



Stephane

[Irregular Regular]

So to answer your question I am aware of three versions of the UK edition of the debut LP. One is the blue label edition just mentioned. It has a rubber stamp type logo on it. It is the scarcest of all three, but not impossible to find. The other two versions have that more common greyish beige label. The first pressing has the cursive Rough Trade logo, and the later reprint has the rubber stamp style logo. These latter two grey versions also differ in the words/music line in thecredits.

Stephane



Thank you Stephane, very helpful.
So does the UK blue label version always come in a sleeve with the band name in red text?
What other variations are out there? I am aware of the Portuguese release with pink text as I own a copy and the text on the Canadian and Japanese releases is slightly different to the std UK release.
Any other interesting variations that you could share with us?

Cheers,

I.R.

[Midnight Cowboy]

just some basic smiths uk 7"s as upgrades.
btw: were all the uk 7"s released with a push-out center and later with a solid center? also, is there a solid-center version for the sandie HIG 7"? i have never seen one...thanks.

[Dave2006]

I've compared my new red text debut LP with the one I've had for 20-odd years. Turns out the one I've had all along is the Portugese version Portugal LP [Transmedia TM/RT 61] - guess I was a keen (obscure?) collector back then as well :)

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

I've compared my new red text debut LP with the one I've had for 20-odd years. Turns out the one I've had all along is the Portugese version Portugal LP [Transmedia TM/RT 61] - guess I was a keen (obscure?) collector back then as well :)

Dave

Nice one Dave!
Do you mean the Portuguese version with pink text?
If that is the case all you need now is the standard UK release with the band name in grey/silver.

[billybu69]

This stuff is not listed on PJLM because there are so many variations of that type out there, particularly with early releases, that the discography pages would get too loaded with information that is only of interest to a minority of us and most visitors would need to dig into more text to find what they are looking for.

Eventually special sections aimed at collectors will be added, but this might not be for another year. There is other stuff I want to put up as well, and there's the general maintenance of the site that takes some of my time.

So to answer your question I am aware of three versions of the UK edition of the debut LP. One is the blue label edition just mentioned. It has a rubber stamp type logo on it. It is the scarcest of all three, but not impossible to find. The other two versions have that more common greyish beige label. The first pressing has the cursive Rough Trade logo, and the later reprint has the rubber stamp style logo. These latter two grey versions also differ in the words/music line in thecredits.

Stephane



Stephane

How do you find this stuff out how do you know all this i find it fascinating, we find out from you but there has to be a root of all knowledge. or is the root you.:rolleyes:

[Dave2006]

Nice one Dave!
Do you mean the Portuguese version with pink text?
If that is the case all you need now is the standard UK release with the band name in grey/silver.

Not pink text, nor grey - it's white.

Unfortunately, due to a drunken beer spilling accident when I was about 16, it's damaged on the bottom right hand corner - I woke in the morning to find loads of records stuck together - they tore when I tried to separate them :(

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

I woke in the morning to find loads of records stuck together - they tore when I tried to separate them :(

Dave

Nightmare!
I can't even begin to imagine how I'd feel if that happened to me.

So now there is a Portuguese version with white text, a Portuguese version with pink text, a UK version with grey text and a UK version with red text, whatever next?

It's never ending, we should all (except Mikael ;)) give up now as our collections will never be complete. :)

[prue4ever]

Suedehead 12"

[Nats1977]

Stop, Still Ill and William German 12"s

and

Tomorrow US purple 12"

All from mozgrrl - shipped from America, a very exciting package to receive in the post!!!

[Irregular Regular]

A few goodies arrived today...

1) Strangeways green text (compared to std UK, USA and Spanish releases)
2) Ask Aussie promo 7"
3) Morrissey cufflinks from the Ringleader tour
4) 'Casual' interview - I know it's not official but I couldn't say no

[Stephane]

So does the UK blue label version always come in a sleeve with the band name in red text?

The red text is not on the sleeve, it's on the label. The label is blue with red text.

Stephane

[Dave2006]

A few goodies arrived today...

1) Strangeways green text (compared to std UK, USA and Spanish releases)
2) Ask Aussie promo 7"
3) Morrissey cufflinks from the Ringleader tour
4) 'Casual' interview - I know it's not official but I couldn't say no

Gotta love them green Strangeways :thumb:

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

The red text is not on the sleeve, it's on the label. The label is blue with red text.

Stephane

Thank you Stephane.
The one with a blue label and red text on the sleeve we are talking about is the one that Dave2006 bought on ebay, the seller is based in Hong Kong.

Here is the link to it...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270443060268&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Is the item in these pictures an official release and if it is which country is it from?

Many thanks again for taking the time to 'educate' us.

Cheers,

I.R.

[Calbchrd]

I am new to Morrissey's solo career. Last week I picked up a new LP record of YEARS OF REFUSAL. $10.00. Not bad. What? 12 songs for ten bucks?

[Biggoof009]

A few goodies arrived today...

1) Strangeways green text (compared to std UK, USA and Spanish releases)
2) Ask Aussie promo 7"
3) Morrissey cufflinks from the Ringleader tour
4) 'Casual' interview - I know it's not official but I couldn't say no

What is that last one? it's very very cool. Is that a boot of some kind?

[Biggoof009]

I am new to Morrissey's solo career. Last week I picked up a new LP record of YEARS OF REFUSAL. $10.00. Not bad. What? 12 songs for ten bucks?

You got a deal my friend...welcome to thew boards.....enjoy your time here.

Here are a few I've recently picked up:

THPGU-UK Promo single
Roys Keen UK 3 track single

[Irregular Regular]

What is that last one? it's very very cool. Is that a boot of some kind?

It is an unofficial interview.
I don't collect bootlegs, however I do have all The Smiths interview picture discs and I thought it would be a good idea to add this record to the collection

[majic_johnson]

I am new to Morrissey's solo career. Last week I picked up a new LP record of YEARS OF REFUSAL. $10.00. Not bad. What? 12 songs for ten bucks?

That is a very good deal, for YOR vinyl its still around £16 wherever i go in leeds. Doesn't matter anyways, ive already got it signed from the manchester gigs :p

[Irregular Regular]

A near mint copy of Suedehead promo 12" finally arrived today.
Only £10, that's what I call a good find...:)

[majic_johnson]

Record Fair Findings, I was being a little bit frugle with my money today but found some items im happy with:

Sandie Shaw - Please Help The Cause Against Lonliness -
UK 12" - Sleeve VG - Record Mint - £2

NME Give away 7" '85 - Smiths' What She Said (Live) - Mint - £4

Boxers Cd single Mint - £2


Could have got alot more stuff but i've got some things coming up in the coming months that i need to save for, though don't be surprised if i post something expensive and my plan goes totally out of the window :(

[Stephane]

The one with a blue label and red text on the sleeve we are talking about is the one that Dave2006 bought on ebay, the seller is based in Hong Kong.

Oops, I hadn't checked the Ebay auction.

I've never seen this, and I don't remember hearing about it. It might be an unlicensed foreign edition based on the UK edition. It could very well be from Hong Kong...

Stephane

[Irregular Regular]

Oops, I hadn't checked the Ebay auction.

I've never seen this, and I don't remember hearing about it. It might be an unlicensed foreign edition based on the UK edition. It could very well be from Hong Kong...

Stephane

Thank you Stephane.
That would make sense, I am almost certain this isn't a UK release.
The inner sleeve is very similar to the ones found in Japanese releases.
My opinion is that this record was released in either Korea, China or the Philippines.
Whether it is a licensed edition or not I would not know...

Looks good though!

[everydayslikesunday]

Found this today:

Strangeways, German Lp (RTD60) - Dark grey vinyl, £6 :)

The dealer had no idea what it was and assumed it was a bootleg :lbf:

[vivabob]

Found this today:

Strangeways, German Lp (RTD60) - Dark grey vinyl, £6 :)

The dealer had no idea what it was and assumed it was a bootleg :lbf:

good on ya ... its nice to get a deal

[everydayslikesunday]

good on ya ... its nice to get a deal

Hi Vivabob,

Thanks, I was rather chuffed when I saw it, I wasn't even going to bother with that record fair as it is very small and usually crap but as I was in town anyway........

[mikael]

Got a whole bunch of Smiths 12"s today (34 to be exact), nothing too spectacular but some nice ones:)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02046-1.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02047.jpg

[Dave2006]

Got a whole bunch of Smiths 12"s today (34 to be exact), nothing too spectacular but some nice ones:)



I was only thinking the other day, that Mikael had been quiet recently and hadn't bought anything... :D

Glad to see your Smiths collection is taking shape

Dave

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-32.jpg
FINALLY!

[Irregular Regular]

A few unusual cassettes arrived today...

Your Arsenal - Turkey
Maladjusted - Philippines
Peel Sessions - UK
Peel Sessions - France

[prisoner77]

Thank Your Lucky Stars..Is this C.D. quite rare and how much is it worth?

[Irregular Regular]

Thank Your Lucky Stars..Is this C.D. quite rare and how much is it worth?

It is not really rare, it's a bootleg and it is not worth much.
Hope this helps.

[prisoner77]

It is not really rare, it's a bootleg and it is not worth much.
Hope this helps.

Cheers. I just liked the cover really so I'll stop bidding on it.

[beau]

It is not really rare, it's a bootleg and it is not worth much.
Hope this helps.

I sold an extra for $130 on eBay about a year or so ago.

[Irregular Regular]

I sold an extra for $130 on eBay about a year or so ago.

You were very lucky then, it is not worth that much.

[Stoned]

How soon is now , WEA 1992 reissue german cd single . £ 7.50 from Eil, it was 50% off , september sale. I simply love this cover, for me it represents The Smiths perfectly!!!!
Cheers Moz

[everydayslikesunday]

It is not really rare, it's a bootleg and it is not worth much.
Hope this helps.

I'm not so sure, although $130 is a lot more than I would have said. If I remember correctly, it was produced by an Italian company (Unofficial Italian release?) back in the 90's before downloading and cd-r's were uncommon. It, like the other Smiths releases from the same company (Last of the English Roses etc), use to fetch £20 to £25 on Ebay and I have seen some fetch a lot more. I'm not sure if this is still a fair price?

Whatever, it is still one of the best Smiths live recording, I prefer it over Rank anyday.

[Irregular Regular]

It is still one of the best Smiths live recordings, I prefer it over Rank anyday.

I agree and this is why it is a great recording to own on CDr, I would not pay $130 for a bootleg.

[Abrahan]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-32.jpg
FINALLY!

woohoo. were you happy to remove it from your list?

what's an OG your arsenal?

[motorways]

woohoo. were you happy to remove it from your list?

what's an OG your arsenal?

very happy.

OG your Arsenal: the original release, not the 180 gram Simply Vinyl reissue.

[elmiramoz]

This tee, today. Haven't got it yet, impatiently waiting for arrival.
I think I was very lucky because grabbed me the last one for ladies :D

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2647/3903673186_da73a2d587.jpg

[FrenchMozz]

This one today

http://img197.imagevenue.com/loc814/th_71290_DSC01093_122_814lo.jpg (http://img197.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=71290_DSC01093_122_814lo.jpg)

[roky]

Got a whole bunch of Smiths 12"s today (34 to be exact), nothing too spectacular but some nice ones:)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02046-1.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02047.jpg
Mikael,
Mind me asking what TP's those are?

[mikael]

They're just promo white labels from Shakespeare's Sister to Last Night I Dreamt... I'm missing Bigmouth.

[clumsy and shy]

a friend of mine brought me back a Ringleaders LP from her grand tour of Europe last week :)

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

got a pretty good deal on this

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/7079/southpawfixed.jpg

[motorways]

Got a whole bunch of Smiths 12"s today (34 to be exact), nothing too spectacular but some nice ones:)

How does one come across 34 Smiths records for sale?

[beau]

Got a whole bunch of Smiths 12"s today (34 to be exact), nothing too spectacular but some nice ones:)


http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02047.jpg

I thought the obi for Boy W/Thorn didn't look familiar. So I went to look for mine. I can't find it. So I either never owned it, or it's lost among my other records. So which is easier? Doing a complete search, or just buying the one on eBay that has a Buy It Now for $35?

[Irregular Regular]

I thought the obi for Boy W/Thorn didn't look familiar. So I went to look for mine. I can't find it. So I either never owned it, or it's lost among my other records. So which is easier? Doing a complete search, or just buying the one on eBay that has a Buy It Now for $35?

Bargain at $35 Buy It Now.

[mikael]

Maladjusted CD-R and Meat Is Murder cassette from a friend:) I also received the "wrong" version of Viva Hate on CD. I'm looking for the standard Viva Hate - UK CD [HMV CDCSD3787] (don't ask me why I don't already have this) and thought I had bought a copy but received the Parlophone edition. If anyone have a spare I'd be interested in a trade.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02074.jpg

[billybu69]

http://i32.tinypic.com/6nyy51.jpg

My copies of these came today. I'm a bit dissapionted with the packaging quality each of the inner sleeves is ripped on a side and along the bottom the quality of paper is really poor. They really are ripped to bits.

[Morning Star]

Went down to the local record store today and I purchased:

Hold On To Your Friends UK Promo 7" (for only $10)
NME Free 7" (with 'What She Said')
Interesting Drug 7" (a bit damaged though)

They also have the 2LP Oz 'The World Won't Listen' for $70, a Suedehead 12" for $20 and 'The Smiths' UK LP for $20. I may pick these up in the near future.

[Dave2006]

Hold On To Your Friends UK Promo 7" (for only $10)


:eek::eek::eek::eek:

Well done. Usually goes for £70-£100

Dave

[joe frady]

Went down to the local record store today and I purchased:

Hold On To Your Friends UK Promo 7" (for only $10) :eek:
NME Free 7" (with 'What She Said')
Interesting Drug 7" (a bit damaged though)

They also have the 2LP Oz 'The World Won't Listen' for $70, a Suedehead 12" for $20 and 'The Smiths' UK LP for $20. I may pick these up in the near future.
You wouldn't want to pick me some lottery numbers for tonight's draw, would you? ;)

[Flax]

I just got these:

http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/1840/mozvhs.jpg

[kyleleonard]

Flax, you have your Singles CD Boxset, 88-91 and 91-95 in the exact same order as i do on my shelf, it's identical ;) lol

[Nats1977]

I bought the followng at the Glasgow record fair today...

Ringleader promo
Ringleader Japanese CD/DVD edition
Something squeezing my skull CD promo

All for £17, not bad?

[joe frady]

I just got these:

http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/1840/mozvhs.jpg
Jealous you say? Me, never :sick:
You do realise you're storing them incorrectly; VHS tape cassettes should never be stored flat.
I may not have those tapes but I'll always have my OCD ;) :thumb:

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/boxersloveapart.jpg
slowly chipping away at the 12"s. Fatty is in the mail. just need roy's keen and satan. (anyone have either and want to get rid of them?)

[Stoned]

I bought the followng at the Glasgow record fair today...

Ringleader promo
Ringleader Japanese CD/DVD edition
Something squeezing my skull CD promo

All for £17, not bad?

You cannot beat Record Fairs and second hand cd/vinyl shops. You can so much stuff at very good prices. And, very important too, you actually know what you are getting!!
Cheers Moz

[vivabob]

I bought the followng at the Glasgow record fair today...

Ringleader promo
Ringleader Japanese CD/DVD edition
Something squeezing my skull CD promo

All for £17, not bad?

where was the record fair ?

[everydayslikesunday]

Finally, it has arrived!!!

Morrissey - The world of UK Lp, in absolute mint condition for only £8 :eek:

The seller claimed that he had sent it to me a few months ago, but when it failed to arrive in the post after two weeks agreed to give me a full refund. Then out of the blue, I got an e-amil from him, saying he had discovered the record and hadn't sent it after all and was I still interested? Hummm, let me think a mint copy for only £8 - Yes, please :D

Thank you M for the original tip off.

[prisoner77]

KILL UNCLE -Japanese C.D. Decided to start collecting them.

Ringleaders on the way.

[billybu69]

Three single track uk promos very nice condition under £4 the lot happy.:thumb:8516

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-34.jpg
Aussi

[FrenchMozz]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-34.jpg
Aussi



Nice !!

[Abrahan]

got this today for $7 +$3 shipping:
http://i725.photobucket.com/albums/ww251/5551342/M1/stillilldvd.jpg

[Irregular Regular]

Kill Uncle Brazil promo LP
Debut Magazine / LP featuring The Smiths

[Nats1977]

where was the record fair ?
Royal concert Hall - its the old SECC VIP fair massively downsized but still worth a wee look...
It back in March I believe.

[everydayslikesunday]

Royal concert Hall - its the old SECC VIP fair massively downsized but still worth a wee look...
It back in March I believe.

It appears as if all record fairs have shrunk in size over the last few years. The one I attended today has become noticeably smaller since I've been going there over the last two years and a lot of the dealers sell either brand new cds or bootleg DVDs.

I did find a couple of items:

Morrissey - Certain People I Know UK 7", in beautiful condition for only £3!!! I didn't even bother haggling :-)

The Smiths - How soon is Now WEA UK 7", I paid a little bit more than I should have, but it is in great condition and I've been after one for some time.

[Nats1977]

It appears as if all record fairs have shrunk in size over the last few years. The one I attended today has become noticeably smaller since I've been going there over the last two years and a lot of the dealers sell either brand new cds or bootleg DVDs.

I did find a couple of items:

Morrissey - Certain People I Know UK 7", in beautiful condition for only £3!!! I didn't even bother haggling :-)

The Smiths - How soon is Now WEA UK 7", I paid a little bit more than I should have, but it is in great condition and I've been after one for some time.
I prefer it to ebay - seeing stuff in the flesh as it were.
Thats a bit old skool though isn't it:o

[everydayslikesunday]

I prefer it to ebay - seeing stuff in the flesh as it were.
Thats a bit old skool though isn't it:o

Hi Nat1997,

I agree, hunting around record fairs or second hand record shops is the best way to buy goodies. You can see exactly in what condition the item is really in plus the dealers are generally willing to haggle on their prices, and of course you don't have to chance the appalling British postal service. I've had so much rubbish from ebay of items that were described as mint that I very rarely use ebay anymore.

[Stoned]

Hi Nat1997,

I agree, hunting around record fairs or second hand record shops is the best way to buy goodies. You can see exactly in what condition the item is really in plus the dealers are generally willing to haggle on their prices, and of course you don't have to chance the appalling British postal service. I've had so much rubbish from ebay of items that were described as mint that I very rarely use ebay anymore.


I so much agree with you , second hand shops are sooooo much better than E bay. I have never used E bay , will always go for second hand online shops (Vinylexchange is a very good example). You know what you get and will not be disappointed.
Cheers Moz

[Midnight Cowboy]

true. however, you can never (!) be sure about the condition of an item when buying it online (even when it comes from second hand shops). got some bargains through ebay, too. my goal is to have my 7" collection as complete as possible so i use all ressources: shops (preferred of course), fairs, the internet.

[warren]

At last

[mikael]

Congrats Warren! Only caught a glimpse of that before eil removed it from their site.

[roky]

At last
Very nice...

[vivabob]

At lastwhere and how much ???

[warren]

£75 from eil,only the second one I've ever seen and that was when it first came out.

[Black Eyed]

Been after one of these for ages and finally 'won' this one of 'This Charming Man' Anyone know how many of these there are to collect???? Thanks:)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v468/Titchy/PICT0002_0001.jpg

[everydayslikesunday]

Hi Warren,

That promo wasn't on their webpage when I looked over lunch but was sold when I checked later that day :tears: You must really have been quick off the mark. Well done, and at a bargain price, I am very jealous.

This arrived today, I paid for it late Wednesday evening and it arrived today all the way from Japan, that's very quick and well packaged as well.

The Smiths - Sound of, Japanese 2 disc cd-r promo with insert and press info advance sheet (it's double sided).

[warren]

Hi Everyday,
Never typed as quick in my life when it appeared:)Expected to pay a three figure sum if one ever came up again,so pretty pleased with that,bought the 'Roy's Keen' 12" at the same time from there for £35 which I think about right.
Did that promo come from Tokyomusic?Had it on my radar until these appeared.

[billybu69]

At last

Fabulous thing never seen that before.:thumb:

[everydayslikesunday]

Hi Everyday,
Never typed as quick in my life when it appeared:)Expected to pay a three figure sum if one ever came up again,so pretty pleased with that,bought the 'Roy's Keen' 12" at the same time from there for £35 which I think about right.
Did that promo come from Tokyomusic?Had it on my radar until these appeared.

Hi Warren,

Yeah the Japanese promo came from Tokyomusic, if it had been on ebay, I wouldn't have bothered, but I've used this seller a lot in the past and trust him so I know it's genuine. I like it a lot, especially as it was a gift from my wife :D

[warren]

Me too,bought some nice vinyls from him the past few years and they must use the most bombproof packaging ever.

[mbatey]

Bloody hell warren, I actually had my doubts whether that item existed :)

Well done matey :thumb:

[mbatey]

[warren]

Thanks:),love to know how many were actually pressed.

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/fatty.jpg
12"

[.X.]

Thanks:),love to know how many were actually pressed.

I'm sure very few were pressed. i had 3 in my posession at one point before selling them all off. good purchase though. i hadn't seen one since february of this year for sale, and it sold for $220. :eek:

[Stoned]

Hi Warren,

That promo wasn't on their webpage when I looked over lunch but was sold when I checked later that day :tears: You must really have been quick off the mark. Well done, and at a bargain price, I am very jealous.

This arrived today, I paid for it late Wednesday evening and it arrived today all the way from Japan, that's very quick and well packaged as well.

The Smiths - Sound of, Japanese 2 disc cd-r promo with insert and press info advance sheet (it's double sided).

Well done Everyday, these are the sort of things we all love to have.
A truly beautiful item!
Cheers Moz

[vivabob]

£75 from eil,only the second one I've ever seen and that was when it first came out.

well done what a find

[Stoned]

£75 from eil,only the second one I've ever seen and that was when it first came out.

I remember seeing one on EIL website some time oago but it was already...order next available copy.....
Cheers Moz

[Stoned]

Hi Warren,

Yeah the Japanese promo came from Tokyomusic, if it had been on ebay, I wouldn't have bothered, but I've used this seller a lot in the past and trust him so I know it's genuine. I like it a lot, especially as it was a gift from my wife :D

I looked up Tokyomusic website, it has some great items. Thanks for the info.
Cheers Moz:thumb:

[Dave2006]

Been after one of these for ages and finally 'won' this one of 'This Charming Man' Anyone know how many of these there are to collect???? Thanks:)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v468/Titchy/PICT0002_0001.jpg

That's lovely Black Eyed.

If only there was a way of contacting Grim O'Grady - he had four of them and could tell you what they were http://forums.morrissey-solo.com/showpost.php?p=415817&postcount=2

You used to be able to find him in The Wrong Arms http://thewrongarms.proboards.com/index.cgi but that site appears to have been dead for some time...

Dead

[joe frady]

At last
Nice catch warren. :thumb:
I've had this on my order list at eil for about 5 years, and they never even sent me an e-mail about it! Epic fail :(

[Stoned]

Just ordered from Vinyl Exchange the following :

Interlude UK CD Single ( EX/VG) £ 5
How Soon is Now 1992 reissue CD1 & CD2 (EX/EX) £ 10 each
Cheers Moz

[FrenchMozz]

Today :

This Charming Man GERMAN MISPRINT 7"
The labels on this record are the same on both sides. The labels state "Jeane" as the track on both sides.

http://thumbnails5.imagebam.com/4973/e04c5d49729184.gif (http://www.imagebam.com/image/e04c5d49729184) http://thumbnails22.imagebam.com/4973/2c2b5f49729185.gif (http://www.imagebam.com/image/2c2b5f49729185) http://thumbnails21.imagebam.com/4973/be245049729187.gif (http://www.imagebam.com/image/be245049729187) http://thumbnails22.imagebam.com/4973/4b7baa49729192.gif (http://www.imagebam.com/image/4b7baa49729192)
Free Image Hosting by ImageBam.com (http://www.imagebam.com)

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

factory sealed

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/7096/dsc00556s.jpg

record store sealed

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/1194/dsc00557z.jpg

[Abrahan]

factory sealed

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/7096/dsc00556s.jpg

record store sealed

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/1194/dsc00557z.jpg

very nice. i need the sath 12inch.

[warren]

Swords promo from Ebay.
Has 20 tracks on cd1,
Track 19;The Slum Mums,edited.
Track 20:Human Being

[Stoned]

Swords promo from Ebay.


Really nice item, well done
Cheers Moz

[mikael]

Haha, again I saw that too late (a buy it now at £49.99 wasn't it?). You've been very lucky lately:) I think it was the same seller that had two HMV Singles 3-CD-Rs so I'm certain it's 100% legit. Congratulations!

[warren]

Thanks Mikael,Yeh another I knew I had to be quick with,from same seller with those HMV promos,definately legit,watermarked named and numbered.That's me done,until next month;)

[billybu69]

Promo copies of November spawned a monster, and Bigmouth, bigmouth signed lovely thing very happy.:thumb:

[sander]

Finally got 7 inch promos of The more you ignore.. and Certain people I know 35 pounds each:thumb:

[Irregular Regular]

Latest additions...

Brazilian debut album - band name in gold text
German Strangeways - grey vinyl
EILS 12" promo
Portuguese Hatful (slightly lighter blue compared to std UK release)

[ALLIE WALLS]

Not a Morrissey item but pretty pleased with a red vinyl copy of Bowies Low on Ebay for 57 pounds valued in record collector at 500.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170385695574&ssPageName=ADME:B:BCA:GB:1123


Alan

[klivert70]

Not a Morrissey item but pretty pleased with a red vinyl copy of Bowies Low on Ebay for 57 pounds valued in record collector at 500.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170385695574&ssPageName=ADME:B:BCA:GB:1123


Alan

I hate to say this but the 'good faith' part has me worried, I guess that's why it went for that price.

[ALLIE WALLS]

Well i asked the right questions like the run out groove number etc and it all checked out. I m still thinking that maybe it is a counterfeit and the price is too good to be true but i did my research. Ive emailed record collector so i ll find out sooner or later whether i ve had a bargain or i ve been stung

http://www.illustrated-db-discography.nl/Counter.htm#low

Alan

Ps did you bid on it?

[klivert70]

Well i asked the right questions like the run out groove number etc and it all checked out. I m still thinking that maybe it is a counterfeit and the price is too good to be true but i did my research. Ive emailed record collector so i ll find out sooner or later whether i ve had a bargain or i ve been stung

http://www.illustrated-db-discography.nl/Counter.htm#low

Alan

Ps did you bid on it?

I would've probably taken the risk, had I seen it. I hope your proved right, 'tis a fine album.

[ALLIE WALLS]

I will let you know how i get on but i reckon that its pretty legit almost too good to be true


Alan

[klivert70]

Oddly enough I posted this just before.....
http://forums.morrissey-solo.com/showpost.php?p=1231867&postcount=1247

[roky]

Not a purchase, but my business partner had a meeting over seas and brought this back for me as a gift. He didn't purchase this at a store.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/TP007.jpg

[Flax]

Not a purchase, but my business partner had a meeting over seas and brought this back for me as a gift. He didn't purchase this at a store.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/TP007.jpg

That is really nice

[billybu69]

Not a purchase, but my business partner had a meeting over seas and brought this back for me as a gift. He didn't purchase this at a store.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/TP007.jpg

We all should have such partners.:thumb:

[sander]

Swords promo from Ebay.
Has 20 tracks on cd1,
Track 19;The Slum Mums,edited.
Track 20:Human Being

Any chance for sharing the edited Slum Mums version in the download-section??????????:horny:

[warren]

Might be a bit tricky uploading as it's watermarked plus it took me 2 months to figure how to put a pic up,basically it has the first 12 seconds(the baby crying) at the beginning edited out.

[roky]

I just in the mail an absolute mint copy on The Smiths S/T Japanese Lp.
Flexie, cover, vinyl and insert all in perfect condition. $30.00 shipping included.
I am a very happy boy.:)

[mikael]

Not a purchase, but my business partner had a meeting over seas and brought this back for me as a gift. He didn't purchase this at a store.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/TP007.jpg

Fantastic!

[Abrahan]

Education in Reverse LP.
http://i725.photobucket.com/albums/ww251/5551342/M1/EIR.jpg

[motorways]

Nice Abrahan! I still need that one

[Abrahan]

Nice Abrahan! I still need that one

sidenote: i won $10 from a friend who didn't believe it existed.

[Flax]

sidenote: i won $10 from a friend who didn't believe it existed.

Where can I find friends like these? :)

[vivahater]

I have a sire promo cd with different bands that has an edit version of Morrissey " moonriver". An info on this?

[Abrahan]

Where can I find friends like these? :)

yeah, i was shocked by this guy too.

known him since 1991 and he always claimed he knew more.

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-1-11.jpg
why wouldn't i buy another copy? when it's sitting in the bin all alone, staring at me...
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-45.jpg
ok, no. this isn't new. i've been wearing it for at least three years.

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

can you show me a picture of the back of the buckle on your belt? i still cant figure out how to put mine on :blushing:

[motorways]

can you show me a picture of the back of the buckle on your belt? i still cant figure out how to put mine on :blushing:

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-2-6.jpg
pretty straight forward. if you have the right belt.

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-2-6.jpg
pretty straight forward. if you have the right belt.
o ok thanks i need a belt that has a snap on loop thingy

[Frankly Mr. Shankly]

o ok thanks i need a belt that has a snap on loop thingy
12" came like it was just release minty :D

http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/3929/morrisseyalama.jpg

[Irregular Regular]

Meat Is Murder - US Promo Interview
The More You Ignore Me... - French cd with poster (still sealed)

[Biggoof009]

You folks are amazing finding all of these Mozzer goodies. I'm not so lucky out here in Vegas, I wish I could find anything good Morrissey/Smiths wise like this here.

[vivabob]

in america you can pick up the oversized CD releases , when i was in vegas last year i picked up a couple , i meant to go back and buy live at earls court when i went back it was gone

also there used to be an amzing recod shop at te bottom of the strip near the stratosphere , is it still there it was near a wendys :blushing:

[Dave2006]

Sunny Promo. £3.50

Just filling the gaps.

Dave

[Irregular Regular]

German Hatful Of Hollow (on the right, compared to Portuguese and UK releases)

[Stephane]

You folks are amazing finding all of these Mozzer goodies. I'm not so lucky out here in Vegas, I wish I could find anything good Morrissey/Smiths wise like this here.

Most of the stuff you see here was bought on the internet. It's all within your reach.

Stephane

[scottishblood]

in america you can pick up the oversized CD releases , when i was in vegas last year i picked up a couple , i meant to go back and buy live at earls court when i went back it was gone

also there used to be an amzing recod shop at te bottom of the strip near the stratosphere , is it still there it was near a wendys :blushing:

I have stayed at the Stratosphere and dined at that Wendy's. Didn't know there was a record store nearby. Back on topic I bought "The more you ignore me" 12" for £3 :)

[Biggoof009]

I have stayed at the Stratosphere and dined at that Wendy's. Didn't know there was a record store nearby. Back on topic I bought "The more you ignore me" 12" for £3 :)

I think he's talking about Record Shitty(City)? I dont mind them, but they jack the prices up on sooooooooooooooooooo many items, it's not even funny. They've had some nice Smiths stuff there before, but way overpriced, and you can't negotiate with them alot of times. They remind me of Amoeba Records in L.A. in the sense that they know what it's worth, they know you're about to get screwed, and they say/do it with a straight face.

Once you leave, your item is now jacked to the moon price wise.

[roky]

"The World Won't Listen"
White label test pressing in black die cut sleeve.

[Stoned]

Actually this is not a Smiths/Moz buy but, thanks to Record Collector, I have been able to discover this great website and just ordered a few reproduction sleeves. I thought of sharing with you guys.
Cheers Moz

http://covers33.co.uk/index.php?cPath=30

[egosheep]

"The Smiths Best" band score by Shinko Music, Japan.

This has got to be the rarest smiths guitar tab book. I will scan it for everyone as soon as it arrives.:guitar:
________
toyota information (http://www.toyota-wiki.com/)

[vivabob]

I think he's talking about Record Shitty(City)? I dont mind them, but they jack the prices up on sooooooooooooooooooo many items, it's not even funny. They've had some nice Smiths stuff there before, but way overpriced, and you can't negotiate with them alot of times. They remind me of Amoeba Records in L.A. in the sense that they know what it's worth, they know you're about to get screwed, and they say/do it with a straight face.

Once you leave, your item is now jacked to the moon price wise.

yeah , i have a vague recollection as it was a good number of years ago i went , i tried to find it again in march last year and couldnt , i rember buys quite alot from them and it was open late at night

[joe frady]

Picked up the 3 CD "HMV/Parlophone singles '88-'95" this afternoon. :crazy:
Bog standard packaging. 6 page booklet with 2 pages per disc, tiny sleeve pics, singles track listings and basic writer/production credits. Disc designs uglyx3; grey with a pointless 45 r.p.m logo on each.
No unseen images, liner notes, etc. Complete abscence of wit or panache in the design.
Haven't listened to the contents yet but no chance of re-mastering.
It'll be interesting to have all the songs in a chronological context and I'm looking forward to one mammoth listening session tomorrow.
And yet I feel slightly soiled...

[motorways]

Picked up the 3 CD "HMV/Parlophone singles '88-'95" this afternoon. :crazy:
And yet I feel slightly soiled...

I thought It wasn't out until next week?

[mikael]

Some standard Smiths LPs from around the world

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02101.jpg

and some more interesting ones, UK white label and German test pressing for the debut.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02102.jpg

German test pressing for The Queen Is Dead.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02103.jpg

And my absolute favorite, a Swedish test pressing for Strangeways!

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02104.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02105.jpg

[Dave2006]

^^^ That Swedish test pressing looks fab. Well done.

Dave

[mikael]

Thanks, I love it to bits, heja Sverige!:D

[mikael]

I also got my first Australian CBS CD for 4.99 euros:)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02108.jpg

[Morning Star]

Went to record fair. Lots of overpriced Smiths/Morrissey stuff. A lot in poor condition too. But did pick up:

Certain People I Know CD Digipak
Something is Squeezing My Skull 7"
I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris 7"

But the best buy was a BBC Transcription Disc of The Cure for fairly cheap. Although I'm just now investigating how to determine whether it is the real deal or a bootleg. Even if it is a boot, it was a nice price.

[Biggoof009]

yeah , i have a vague recollection as it was a good number of years ago i went , i tried to find it again in march last year and couldnt , i rember buys quite alot from them and it was open late at night


You're talking about Zia Records(there's now 2 stores). They're the ONLY record store left in Vegas opened past 10 PM.

[Irregular Regular]

November Spawned A Monster - Germany mispressed disc
The Boy Racer - US promo

[warren]

Some standard Smiths LPs from around the world

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02101.jpg

and some more interesting ones, UK white label and German test pressing for the debut.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02102.jpg

German test pressing for The Queen Is Dead.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02103.jpg

And my absolute favorite, a Swedish test pressing for Strangeways!

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02104.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02105.jpg

Some wonderful test pressings there Mikael,you have some very good sources!!!

[sander]

Viva hate with Hairdresser on fire 7" from Japan in near mint condition
World of Morrissey Japan-CD :thumb:

[mikael]

Some wonderful test pressings there Mikael,you have some very good sources!!!

Thanks Warren, yes I have a great source. I'm expecting a nice Morrissey test pressing in the mail, I'm hoping it arrives OK.

[majic_johnson]

We Hate It When Our Friends Become Successful 7" - Near Mint - £5
Smiths - Singles CD Album - New - £5

[mikael]

Suedehead Portugal 7" test pressing.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02114.jpg

[mikael]

...and amongst it's friends:)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02116.jpg

[sander]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg

[Kewpie]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg

Possibly Hong Kong bootlegs.
Morrissey's name is written in Kantonese, not in Mandarin.

[roky]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg
Huh, I have never seen this before. :confused:

[Flax]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg

I think it's an official release.
Although I looked for it on www.umusic.com.cn , but couldn't find anything. Maybe because I haven't been practicing my Chinese very much these days.

Can I ask where did you buy this?

[roky]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg

From Passions
China 2-CD [Universal DSD-1570]
The Chinese album is not official and features seven extra tracks taken from "You Are The Quarry" as well as the complete "Suedehead - The Best Of Morrissey" album on the second cd. :thumb:

[Irish Budd]

Any thoughts on this item? Double Cd with wrap-around-booklet meanly containing ROTT, Parts of YATQ and on the second disc most of Suedehead-The Best of Morrissey. Bootleg??? Any help would be nice.
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader1.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader2.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader3.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader4.jpg
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac253/sander_012/Ringleader5.jpg


I have a copy of this.It's a bootleg.Mrs Budd picked it up for me in Hong Kong.

[Stephane]

All of you are right. It's an official Chinese release, and at the same time it's a bootleg because Chinese releases are not licensed from the Western labels. That's why you often get bonus material of that sort on them.

Stephane

[mikael]

There must be quite a few of these Chinese releases,

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02117.jpg

[roky]

There must be quite a few of these Chinese releases,

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02117.jpg
Is the one above Ringleader Quarry?

[sander]

I think it's an official release.
Although I looked for it on www.umusic.com.cn , but couldn't find anything. Maybe because I haven't been practicing my Chinese very much these days.

Can I ask where did you buy this?

Thank you all for your replies. I´ve bought it on ebay a few weeks ago for 18€+postage. I think it´s a nice item, but I thought from the very first moment that it might be a bootleg. I didn´t check "Passions" which I should do the next time, because it´s a fantastic site. Congratulations Stephane and keep up the good work. :clap:
And I thought Mikael must have a copy and must be able to answer my question. Many thanks once again to everyone.:thumb:

[mikael]

Is the one above Ringleader Quarry?

Disc one is Ringleader plus the extra tracks from Quarry, identical to disc one on the other CD pictured. On the back of the case it says that disc 2 contains Aerosmith songs. Now if Morrissey had covered "Janie's Got A Gun" I think we would have heard about it. My copy is still sealed but I'm guessing the tracklist on the back is a printing error and disc 2 is Suedehead - Best Of just like on the Chinese Ringleader CD, making the content identical but with different packaging.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02118.jpg

[mikael]

Got a 10" of Rank today to complete the collection and a UK Viva Hate CD from a generous person (thanks Bob!).

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02119-1.jpg

[vivabob]

Got a 10" of Rank today to complete the collection and a UK Viva Hate CD from a generous person (thanks Bob!).

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02119-1.jpg

pleasure x :thumb:

[mick ransommich]

I think it's an official release.
Although I looked for it on www.umusic.com.cn , but couldn't find anything. Maybe because I haven't been practicing my Chinese very much these days.

Can I ask where did you buy this?

I bought one of these from an Australian seller living in Taiwan, on eBay upon it's release for $7. I asked him if he had more, and he told me they were on sale in his local record store for just $5. I bought 30 of them through him, then another 40 a few weeks later. I subsequently gave a lot away - and I traded and sold quite a few too.

[mikael]

Kill Uncle - Spain LP, just filling in the gaps. If someone has a nice Australian or Venezuelan Kill Uncle LP for sale drop me a line.

[motorways]

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i148/gregvaux/photo-47.jpg
Silver sticker reissue.
i had planned to trade this to a friend for his original copy, but turned out he had the reissue too. i guess i'll keep this one.
i've already got the one with the gold sticker.

[everydayslikesunday]

Hi Mick,

I think I might have bought one of those Chinese ROTT off you, there was a someone on ebay who sold a load of them as a BIN, I think I paid about £12 for my copy but I might be wrong, I am going slightly senile in my old age :squiffy:

These arrived today, special delivery and brilliantly packed (thanks Unlikely One).

Sing you Life - Japanese cd single (with OBI)
Dagenham Dave - Japanese cd single (with OBI)
Alma Matters - German cd single
Our Frank - Dutch - cd single (I've missed out on the last few on ebay, so I am very chuffed to get this! I love the fact that some one thought the colour of the text was acceptable!)
Satan Rejected my Soul - US promo cd single
You are the Quarry - Japanese cd album (with OBI)

and my favourite one,

I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris - French promo cd-r single

And to crown it all off, my wife has offered to pay for them as my Christmas present :)

[warren]

Hi Everyday,Nice items,good prices and the wife pays,can't think of a better deal:thumb:

[warren]

Latest bits:
Queen Is Dead poster,£20 bargain from Ebay.
YOR Japanese promo cd
Hmv promos
SMIYTYHTOB,mint USA issue
Story Of Rough Trade dvd-r,£3 from Vinyl Exchange,still a few copies there.

[Dave2006]

Latest bits:
Queen Is Dead poster,£20 bargain from Ebay.
YOR Japanese promo cd
Hmv promos
SMIYTYHTOB,mint USA issue
Story Of Rough Trade dvd-r,£3 from Vinyl Exchange,still a few copies there.

I was watching that QiD poster to see how much it went for - I couldn't believe it only had one bidder. Well done!

Dave

[bagface]

I was watching that QiD poster to see how much it went for - I couldn't believe it only had one bidder. Well done!

Dave

yeah that's a steal good job

[mikael]

Aussie CD-R for TIAL from Unlikely One, thanks!:)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02122.jpg

Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Europe CD5 [Attack/Sanctuary ATKPX015]
Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Europe CD5 [Attack/Sanctuary ATKXD015]
Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Europe DVD-s [Attack/Sanctuary ATKDX015]
Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - USA CD5 [Attack/Sanctuary 86013-2]
Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Canada CD5 [Attack/Sanctuary 86013-2R]
There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Australia CD-R
Redondo Beach/There Is A Light That Never Goes Out - Europe 7" [Attack/Sanctuary ATKSE015]

[doctor]

roy's keen cassete single for 17gbp
yay:)

[Stoned]

Latest bits:
Queen Is Dead poster,£20 bargain from Ebay.
YOR Japanese promo cd
Hmv promos
SMIYTYHTOB,mint USA issue
Story Of Rough Trade dvd-r,£3 from Vinyl Exchange,still a few copies there.

Warren, may ask you how much for the HMV promos?
Cheers Moz

[mikael]

I also found a Swedish Ringleader poster today with the exact measurments I wanted (50x70cm):)

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/90335701_1.jpg

[Brisbane]

Almost bought some great vinyl bootlegs today but realised I left my cash card at home to "save money"! I bet when I go back on Sunday they will be gone :(

[everydayslikesunday]

Latest bits:
Queen Is Dead poster,£20 bargain from Ebay.
YOR Japanese promo cd
Hmv promos
SMIYTYHTOB,mint USA issue
Story Of Rough Trade dvd-r,£3 from Vinyl Exchange,still a few copies there.

Hi Warren,

You do appear to have access to some amazing items, not that I'm jealous of course :squiffy:

Some awesome goodies there!!

[warren]

Warren, may ask you how much for the HMV promos?
Cheers Moz

Sure,they were £30 from Ebay,buy it now deal.

[warren]

Hi Warren,

You do appear to have access to some amazing items, not that I'm jealous of course :squiffy:

Some awesome goodies there!!

Thanks Everyday,
Just right place right time I think,all those came through the internet,still nothing to match the buzz of going around town and not knowing what your going to find in the local vinyl shops!

[Irregular Regular]

William - Germany
We Hate It - USA
Now My Heart Is Full and The More You Ignore Me - USA cassettes

[Biggoof009]

Not up there in terms of "big deal" items like some of you folks have been getting lately, but, I liked finding these the other day, all UK pressings:

[warren]

Many thanks to Unlikely One:thumb:
IJWTSTBH promo
ITFWAW promo

[roky]

Latest buys/arrives
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs004.jpg
Excellent vinyl, obi, insert, and cover of Japanese Boy and Heaven.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs003.jpg
Excellent vinyl, obi, insert, and cover of Smiths S/T

and some tid bits below :yum:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs002.jpg
Strangways 180 re-release to see if it sounds different. Not really but I like the heavy vinyl. James, "Born Of Frustration" Japanese 3" cd single. I like this alot, really cool. and last but not least a hardly used Discwasher D-4 from the 70's before RCA bought them out and ran this product into the ground turning it into a piece of crap. This model has ridges of material that run lengthwise to the handle, with the fibers angled so that they dig into the grooves and pull out the dust, holding onto it. Highly recommended.

[bagface]

Latest buys/arrives

and last but not least a hardly used Discwasher D-4 from the 70's before RCA bought them out and ran this product into the ground turning it into a piece of crap. This model has ridges of material that run lengthwise to the handle, with the fibers angled so that they dig into the grooves and pull out the dust, holding onto it. Highly recommended.


awesome! i'm going to see if i can get my hands on one..the newer ones have never worked too well for me. i usually just use some solution and non-abrasive towels that are meant for cleaning film.

[majic_johnson]

Certain People I Know - UK cd single
Your Arsenal - Cassette

[Stoned]

Latest buys/arrives
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs004.jpg
Excellent vinyl, obi, insert, and cover of Japanese Boy and Heaven.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs003.jpg
Excellent vinyl, obi, insert, and cover of Smiths S/T

and some tid bits below :yum:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a308/jasonwillis/newpixs002.jpg
Strangways 180 re-release to see if it sounds different. Not really but I like the heavy vinyl. James, "Born Of Frustration" Japanese 3" cd single. I like this alot, really cool. and last but not least a hardly used Discwasher D-4 from the 70's before RCA bought them out and ran this product into the ground turning it into a piece of crap. This model has ridges of material that run lengthwise to the handle, with the fibers angled so that they dig into the grooves and pull out the dust, holding onto it. Highly recommended.

May I ask you how much you paid for the japanese stuff.
Cheers Moz

[roky]

May I ask you how much you paid for the japanese stuff.
Cheers Moz
Boy was $27.00, Heaven was $32.00 and S/T was $30.00

[Stoned]

Boy was $27.00, Heaven was $32.00 and S/T was $30.00


Cheers, It is amazing how good deals you find on Ebay
Cheers Moz

[roky]

Cheers, It is amazing how good deals you find on Ebay
Cheers Moz
I actually got the S/T from audio-phile and the two 12"s from a record store in Charleston, SC.

[Mr Chips]

Hey guys, I've just bought this shirt on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-MORRISSEY-2009-TOUR-T-SHIRT-BLUE-MENS-M-40-CHEST_W0QQitemZ350234711035QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMen_ s_Clothes?hash=item518b9d93fb

There are loads of them being sold at £5.99! I've just bought one, but are they the real deal? I'm baffled as to why they are so cheap. There seems to be so many of this particular shirt on ebay compared with all the other 2009 tour ones.

[joe frady]

Hey guys, I've just bought this shirt on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-MORRISSEY-2009-TOUR-T-SHIRT-BLUE-MENS-M-40-CHEST_W0QQitemZ350234711035QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMen_ s_Clothes?hash=item518b9d93fb

There are loads of them being sold at £5.99! I've just bought one, but are they the real deal? I'm baffled as to why they are so cheap. There seems to be so many of this particular shirt on ebay compared with all the other 2009 tour ones.
That design has been up on the bravado UK merchandise site
(http://www.bandstores.co.uk/shop/654321/proddetail.php?prod=13673005&cat=822)since mid-way through the 'Refusal' tour. Forever listed as 'in stock soon'! £20 + shipping!
Good deal Mr Chips! Just not that great a shirt, IMHO.

[Mr Chips]

That design has been up on the bravado UK merchandise site
(http://www.bandstores.co.uk/shop/654321/proddetail.php?prod=13673005&cat=822)since mid-way through the 'Refusal' tour. Forever listed as 'in stock soon'! £20 + shipping!
Good deal Mr Chips! Just not that great a shirt, IMHO.

Exactly, it's always out of stock and £19.99 on the Morrissey merch site! This is why I'm confused. So it's the real deal then on this ebay page ya reckon?

Also, does anyone know when they restock the Morrissey merch shirts on the official site? Is there a day that they do it? I'm willing to pay good money for some but just can't find any in stock anywhere, it seems silly!

[Stoned]

Nothing special, just received the 3 CD HMV/PARLOPHONE disc set. The only thing i like is the retro style cover of the discs themselves. HMV shipped my Swords releases on the 20th already, excellent !!!!
Cheers Moz

[mikael]

Swords 2-CD-R promo

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/morran1/DSC02124.jpg

[spike]

Just returned home from work to find my Swords CD in the letterbox, Just waiting for the vinyl now, which according to an email i have just read was sent at the same time.

[Mr Chips]

Just returned home from work to find my Swords CD in the letterbox, Just waiting for the vinyl now, which according to an email i have just read was sent at the same time.

You managed to get post today??

[spike]

You managed to get post today??

Yes, i was quite suprised, also got the '92 release of How soon is now 7" which was an ebay purchase....

[Irregular Regular]

Latest additions...

How Soon Is Now? - Dutch 7"
Family Line cd
The More You Ignore Me promo cd
Strangeways 10" vinyl
Debut 10" vinyl

Many thanks to unlikelyone for the 2 cds

A very good week!

[spike]

Sword vinyl arrived today. 2 picture inners and a lyric sheet with Q & A's taken from hot press.......

[everydayslikesunday]

Sword vinyl arrived today. 2 picture inners and a lyric sheet with Q & A's taken from hot press.......

Hi Spike,

Who did you order your Swords through, I pre-ordered mine through Amazon and haven't heard a thing, although to be fair to them , as it isn't out to Monday I am just being impatient :squiffy:

On a personal note, I didn't realise you lived in Swindon, we lived just up the road in Faringdon until a few years ago when we moved nearer to Oxford for my wife's job.

[klivert70]

On a side note, I received my copy of Swords double CD and only one of the discs has a little inner sleeve, is it the same for everyone? :confused:

[spike]

Hi Spike,

Who did you order your Swords through, I pre-ordered mine through Amazon and haven't heard a thing, although to be fair to them , as it isn't out to Monday I am just being impatient :squiffy:

On a personal note, I didn't realise you lived in Swindon, we lived just up the road in Faringdon until a few years ago when we moved nearer to Oxford for my wife's job.

Ordered mine through HMV, must admit i was suprised they came early. I know Faringdon pretty well, although i've not been there for a while.

[Charlie]

http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/28/311817533tp.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/1513/picture2bq.png

[doctor]

after getting done with Roy's keen cass.single
i finally got
SATAN REJECTED MY SOUL cass.single

11gbp

yaaaaa:guitar::p

[mick ransommich]

Hi - I think I can get hold of a few copies of this DVD - I had a fair number of them in 2006 (as you can see in the photo).. do many of you have this title?

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii318/mickransommich/IMAG0129.jpg
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii318/mickransommich/IMAG0131.jpg

[tiswaldo]

On a side note, I received my copy of Swords double CD and only one of the discs has a little inner sleeve, is it the same for everyone? :confused:

Same on my copy, must be standard a bit odd though not to have it in both sides.

As for the Pasolini DVD, got one of those off ebay a while back looked like someone had run over the inside with a lorry. I'm not as fussy on unoffical releases so I'll made do with it I think.

Bought a Swords promo off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MORRISSEY-SWORDS-UK-PROMO-2-X-CD_W0QQitemZ130340103099QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CDsD VDs_CDs_CDs_GL?hash=item1e58e023bb
pricey but I've just been paid and haven't added to the collection for about 6 months due to finance issues!

[morrissey1994]

Just pre-ordered the Morrissey hmv/parlaphone 7" singles off amazon for £55 and I quite want to hear it....now..please... :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002LE8D34/emi-cat-21/ref=nosim

[Irregular Regular]

Latest additions...

Viva Hate - EMI Centenary Edition
Swords
Peel Sessions - France
Paris - US promo
Ouija Board - Austrian 3" CD (unfortunately with some sticker damage :tears:)