Witchfinder General – Soviet Invasion (1982, Heavy Metal Records) 12” EP NWOBHM
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Witchfinder General – Soviet Invasion! (1982, Heavy Metal Records) 12” EP, NWOBHM Rarity VG+/EX
Rare and highly collectible 1982 UK pressing of Witchfinder General’s iconic Soviet Invasion! 12” EP, released on Heavy Metal Records. A prime example of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, this record features the band’s signature doom-laden heavy metal style with a raw edge that fans of early Black Sabbathwill love.
Tracklist:
Side A:
• Soviet Invasion!
Side B:
• Rabies
• R.I.P. (Live)* (*Studio recording with crowd effects overdubbed, created at the request of label head Paul Birch.)
Key Features:
• Condition: VG+/EX – Vinyl is in very good plus condition with excellent audio quality. The sleeve is in excellent shape with minimal wear.
• Mastered At CBS Studios, London: Cut by renowned mastering engineer Tim Young for high-fidelity sound.
• Matrix / Runout: Side A – HM-17.A1 / Side B – HM-17.B1
• Credits: All songs written by Phil Cope and Zeeb Parkes, the driving forces behind Witchfinder General’s signature heavy sound.
• Noteworthy: Track B2, “R.I.P.,” was not recorded live but produced in the studio with overdubbed crowd effects to create a concert atmosphere.
Collector’s Note:
A must-have for fans of doom metal, NWOBHM, and underground heavy metal rarities. This EP is a prime example of the band’s early work and an essential piece for any serious collector of the genre.
Shipping:
We take extreme care in packaging:
1. Vinyl Handling: Removed from the sleeve and placed in a protective inner sleeve to prevent seam splitting.
2. Packaging: Shipped securely in a professional-grade mailer for safe transit.
3. Collector Assurance: Our records are preserved with a white-glove care approach, ensuring quality upon arrival.
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