Whistle Test Studios (2nd re-issue)
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A 7" bootleg single also known as Old Grey Whistle Test .
This is the second re-edition of the original Whistle Test Studios bootleg.
A first re-release often referred to as First And Last And Always - Marian does exist as well.
Release Notes
- Label: Poison Door Records
- Catalog#: PD001(3)
The catalogue no differs slightly from the original release with an added (3).
This is, however, not reflected in an adjusted catalogue# on the actual single.
- Format: 7" vinyl single
- Date of release: 1988
Remarks
- Unlike the original edition and the first re-release, this issue is not numbered.
- The covers of the original edition and the second re-release differ remarkably from this issue.
(See Additional Pictures down below ...)
- In addition and unlike the other two editions, the present release does not come with an inlay.
Instead, the back cover is a b/w reproduction of the original inlay in reversed colours.
- The picture on the cover front shows a forensic reproduction of a long-time unidentified man
- killed in a fire accident at London's King's Cross Underground station in 1987.
- For sixteen years, Alexander Fallon (72) was known only as Body 115.
- At last, the whole incident did even induce a book been written about this case ...
Recording Notes
- Recorded live on 2nd April 1985
for the BBC television programme Old Grey Whistle Test TV Studio.
- As on the inlay of the other two editions, the recording date is stated wrongly as 4th April 1985.
- This recording features Gary Marx on guitar in one of his last appearances with the band.
- Good sound quality
Track List
For recent price developments of this and all other issues of Whistle Test Studios see sistersbootlegs/Poison Door Bootleg...
Additional Pictures
Please click into pictures for larger view ...
