The Smiths “The Headmaster Ritual" (1985) original 12" MD 125295 - U.S seller
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Description
The Smiths “The Headmaster Ritual" (1985) original 12" MD 125295 (free shipping / no tariffs)
The opening track of the Meat Is Murder album, recorded at Amazon Studios in Liverpool, was released as a single in Holland on the Megadisc label, featuring an entirely unique picture sleeve. This release also includes the same four live tracks found on the B-side of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore U.K. 12".
The front cover features a black and white still image of then seven year old actor, Christopher Ariss, dressed as a cowboy taken from the 1965 U.K film "The Uncle".
The plain back cover lists the credits and tracks, all recorded live except for the A-side, taken from the superb concert at the Oxford Apollo Theatre, England on March 18, 1985.
This is the only worldwide Smiths' release to use this artwork in any form, making it a great collectible. See more details below.
Side A
- The Headmaster Ritual (studio version)
Side B (live tracks recorded at Oxford Apollo Theatre, March 18,1985)
- Nowhere Fast
- Stretch Out And Wait
- Shakespeare's Sister
- Meat Is Murder
Matrix / Runout
(Side A): MD 125295-A/57261-1
(Side B): MD 125295-B/57262-1
Condition
- Sleeve - Excellent (1 corner ding)
- Vinyl - Mint
- From a smoke-free, pet free home
- Please review photos carefully as they form part of the description
Packaging
Record will be carefully packaged and shipped in a in a sturdy cardboard box to ensure safe delivery.
Important Notes
This is a vintage item and is sold as-is.
The photographs show the exact record you will receive.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions prior to purchase.
Seller Note
I am currently listing several original Smiths and Morrissey vintage items— please see my other listings if you are interested.
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