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− | [[File:The Reptile House EP Cover Back.jpg| | + | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Cover Front.jpg|left|thumb|335px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Cover (front)]] |
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Lyrics Sheet.jpg|left|thumb|335px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Lyrics sheet]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Cover Back.jpg|left|thumb|335px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Cover (back)]] | ||
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+ | |} | ||
+ | <br/> | ||
+ | After [[Alice EP|Alice]], The Sisters of Mercy's second EP ...<br/> | ||
+ | |||
+ | There is an interesting and entertaining article about this record on the [http://sistersfan.blogspot.com/ ''I Was A Teenage Sisters of Mercy Fan''] blog.<br/> | ||
− | + | Check out the entry [http://sistersfan.blogspot.com/2020/06/eldritchs-crowning-glory-reptile-house.html ''Eldritch's crowning glory? - The Reptile House EP''].<br/> | |
+ | [[File:Original Reptile House EP Shirt.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Original "The Reptile House E.P." t-shirt]] | ||
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'''Release Notes''' | '''Release Notes''' | ||
* Label: [[Merciful Release]] | * Label: [[Merciful Release]] | ||
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* Catalogue#: MR023 | * Catalogue#: MR023 | ||
− | * Format: | + | |
− | + | * Format: vinyl single, 12" only | |
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<br/> | <br/> | ||
''' Release dates''' | ''' Release dates''' | ||
* UK release: 16 May 1983 | * UK release: 16 May 1983 | ||
− | * UK/France release: June 1983 | + | |
− | * US release | + | * UK/France release (repress): June 1983 |
+ | |||
+ | * US - Brain Eater Records release: 10 July 1983 | ||
+ | : see the [http://cocatalog.loc.gov/cgi-bin/Pwebrecon.cgi?v1=21&ti=1,21&SEQ=20110611125940&Search_Arg=eldritch%2C%20andrew&Search_Code=NALL&CNT=25&PID=Xmd2Q66PB11wguu_w0WaqsvCHEp&SID=1 United States Copyright Office Website] | ||
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* Dutch Re-issue: 1989 | * Dutch Re-issue: 1989 | ||
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<br/> | <br/> | ||
'''Remarks''' | '''Remarks''' | ||
* The first 5,000 initial copies included a lyric sheet. | * The first 5,000 initial copies included a lyric sheet. | ||
− | * | + | |
− | * On the spine of the repressings | + | * From the beginning, some covers have had a violet on crimson print instead of a dark pink on black one. |
+ | : Over the years, repressings in many shades of violet and pink have obviously been produced and distributed. | ||
+ | |||
+ | * On the spine of the repressings "Made In England" is noted instead of the catalogue number MR023. | ||
+ | |||
+ | * For information about the origin of the cover artwork see [http://www.myheartland.co.uk/viewtopic.php?p=565737#565737 this astonishing thread at the Heartland Forums] | ||
+ | |||
+ | * Published by [https://www.discogs.com/de/label/48207-Copyright-Control Copyright Control], produced at [https://www.discogs.com/de/label/362473-KG-Studio K.G. Studio (Kenny Giles)], Bridlington | ||
+ | |||
+ | * UK-issues pressed by [https://www.discogs.com/de/label/56025-MPO MPO], Dutch re-pressing by [https://www.discogs.com/de/label/371454-CBS-Haarlem CBS, Haarlem] | ||
+ | |||
+ | * According t-shirts were printed and distributed as well. | ||
+ | : * our thanks for the t-shirt pictures go to HL Forum member [https://www.myheartland.co.uk/profile.php?mode=viewprofile&u=4481 ''ribbons69'']. | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
− | + | '''Run-out Grooves''' | |
− | + | * Side A: MPO / MR 023 A2 | |
− | + | ||
− | + | * Side AA: MPO / MR 023 AA2 / For Spiggy - Paint it Black | |
− | + | ||
+ | * "MPO" is crossed out on the Dutch re-issues, | ||
+ | : instead 08-025198-20-1/2 was added. | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
− | '' | + | <span><font size="4">''Band / Recording Personnel'' </font></span> |
+ | ---- | ||
+ | |||
+ | * [[Andrew Eldritch]] - Vocals | ||
+ | |||
+ | * [[Gary Marx]] - Guitars | ||
+ | |||
+ | * [[Ben Gunn]] - Guitars | ||
− | * | + | * [[Craig Adams]] - Bass |
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− | |||
− | |||
− | |||
− | * | + | * [[Doktor Avalanche]] - Drums |
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<br/> | <br/> | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | [[File:The Reptile House Braineater Front.jpg|left|thumb|300px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Braineater Release (front)]] | ||
+ | [[File:The Reptile House EP Side A.jpg|right|thumb|280px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Label Side A]] | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | == Tracks == | ||
+ | [[File:The Reptile House Braineater Back.jpg|left|thumb|300px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Braineater Release (back)]] | ||
+ | [[File:The Reptile House EP Side B.jpg|right|thumb|280px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Label Side B]] | ||
+ | {| | ||
+ | | '''Side A''' | ||
+ | | '''Duration''' | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | A1 [[Kiss The Carpet (song)|Kiss The Carpet]] | ||
+ | | 5:55 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | A2 [[Lights]] | ||
+ | | 5:51 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | '''Side B''' | ||
+ | {| | ||
+ | | B1 [[Valentine (song)|Valentine]] | ||
+ | | 4:44 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | B2 [[Fix (song)|Fix]] | ||
+ | | 3:41 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | B3 [[Burn]] | ||
+ | | 4:49 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | B4 [[Kiss The Carpet (Reprise)]] | ||
+ | | 0:36 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | |||
'''Note:''' | '''Note:''' | ||
− | * Other than on [[Some Girls Wander By Mistake]] | + | * Other than on [[Some Girls Wander By Mistake]] |
− | + | : [[Kiss The Carpet]] is shortened to ''Kiss'' on the EP cover. | |
− | * [[Kiss The Carpet (Reprise)]] is not mentioned at all, neither on the label | + | |
− | + | * [[Kiss The Carpet (Reprise)]] is not mentioned at all, | |
− | * The version of this song on the EP does not fade out or quieten | + | : neither on the label, nor on the sleeve of the EP. |
− | :like the version on [[Some Girls Wander By Mistake]]. | + | |
+ | * The version of this song on the EP does not fade out or quieten | ||
+ | : down like the version on [[Some Girls Wander By Mistake]]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | * Three tracks from the EP were broadcast by [[John Peel]] on | ||
+ | : various occasions - [[Kiss The Carpet (song)|Kiss The Carpet]], [[Lights]] and [[Valentine (song)|Valentine]] | ||
+ | : - 14 June 1983 John Peel Show, Radio One - [[Kiss The Carpet (song)|Kiss The Carpet]] | ||
+ | : - 19 June 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - [[Kiss The Carpet (song)|Kiss The Carpet]] | ||
+ | : - 06 July 1983 John Peel Show, Radio One - [[Lights]] | ||
+ | : - 06 July 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - [[Valentine (song)|Valentine]] | ||
+ | : - 20 August 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - [[Kiss The Carpet (song)|Kiss The Carpet]] | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | We recommend you check also the lovely [http://peel.wikia.com/wiki/Sisters_Of_Mercy John Peel Wiki] and the [http://sistersfan.blogspot.de/ - ''Teenage Sisters of Mercy Fan'' blog] under [http://sistersfan.blogspot.de/2017/02/sisters-mysteries-v-did-peel-play.html ''Sisters Mysteries V – did Peel play Damage Done?''] <br/> | ||
− | + | or [https://www.myheartland.co.uk/viewtopic.php?t=25937 this thread] @The Heartland Forums for more information and some interesting read on this issue, see also [[John Peel Shows 1980-85]].<br/> | |
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<br/> | <br/> | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==''Different Releases - Overview''== | ||
+ | {|border=4; style="border:solid 2px #cccccc; border-collapse:collapse;" | ||
+ | | '''''Label''''' | ||
+ | | '''''Catalogue#''''' | ||
+ | | '''''Format''''' | ||
+ | | '''''Released''''' | ||
+ | | '''''Country''''' | ||
+ | | '''''Notes''''' | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Merciful Release | ||
+ | | MR023 | ||
+ | | EP 12" | ||
+ | | 16 May 1983 | ||
+ | | UK | ||
+ | | The first 5000 came with a lyric sheet. Some copies are violet on crimson instead of <br/> pink on black. [[Kiss The Carpet (Reprise)]] is not listed on the cover. MR023 printed on <br/> the spine. No barcode. | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Merciful Release | ||
+ | | MR023 | ||
+ | | EP 12" | ||
+ | | 10 July 1983 | ||
+ | | UK | ||
+ | | Braineater version - pressing for US-distribution. Comes with a green or white sticker <br/> on the back side and an insert (lyrics sheet). Allegedly, some copies also include a <br/> b/w promo sheet. No barcode. | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Merciful Release | ||
+ | | MR023 | ||
+ | | EP 12" | ||
+ | | June 1983 | ||
+ | | UK/France | ||
+ | | Repressing."Made In England" printed on the spine. No lyrics sheet. No barcode. | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | | Merciful Release | ||
+ | | MR023 | ||
+ | | EP 12" | ||
+ | | 1989 | ||
+ | | The Netherlands | ||
+ | | Repressing, comes with barcode 5016554002310 printed on the back sleeve.<br/> "Made in Holland" and catalogue# 08-025198-20-1/2 on the labels and in the run-outs. <br/> This version has a reddish sleeve and comes without lyrics sheet or other insert, <br/> some have a "MADE IN HOLLAND" sticker. | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
− | == | + | == Additional Pictures == |
− | + | - Please click into files for larger views -<br/> | |
+ | <br/> | ||
+ | '''''Braineater and Original UK release (1983)''''' | ||
+ | {| | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Violet on Crimson Braineater Front.jpg|thumb|left|215px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Violet Print on Crimson Cover Braineater Version (front)]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Violet on Crimson Braineater Back.jpg|thumb|left|220px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Violet Print on Crimson Cover Braineater Version (back)]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Braineater Label AA.jpg|thumb|left|215px|''The Reptile House EP'' <br/>- Braineater Version - Label Side AA]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Violet on Crimson Braineater White Sticker.jpg|thumb|left|385px|''The Reptile House EP'' <br/>- Violet Print on Crimson Cover (back) with White Braineater Sticker]] | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | {| | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Braineater Version with Green Sticker.jpg|thumb|left|240px|''The Reptile House EP'' <br/>- Cover (back) with Green Braineater Sticker]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Violet Cover.jpg|thumb|left|240px|''The Reptile House EP'' <br/>- Relatively Violet Braineater Cover (front)]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Pink Cover.jpg|thumb|left|240px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Original UK-Release <br/>- Relatively Pink Cover (front)]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Release Promo Testprint.jpg|thumb|left|315px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Release Promos Testprints]] | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | '''''Dutch re-issue (1989)''''' | ||
+ | {| | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Dutch 1989 Release Cover Front.jpg|thumb|left|260px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Dutch Re-issue 1989 <br/>- Cover (front)]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Dutch Release Cover Back with Barcode and Sticker.jpg|thumb|left|260px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Dutch Re-issue 1989 <br/>- Cover (back) with Barcode and Sticker]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Dutch Release 1989 Label A.jpg|thumb|left|260px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Dutch Re-issue 1989 <br/>- Label Side A with Catalogue# 08-025198-20-1]] | ||
+ | |[[File:The Reptile House EP Dutch Release 1989 Label AA.jpg|thumb|left|260px|''The Reptile House EP'' - Dutch Re-issue 1989 <br/>- Label Side AA with Catalogue# 08-025198-20-2]] | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |} | ||
<br/> | <br/> | ||
+ | [[Category: Official Releases]] |
Revision as of 09:31, 27 July 2020
After Alice, The Sisters of Mercy's second EP ...
There is an interesting and entertaining article about this record on the I Was A Teenage Sisters of Mercy Fan blog.
Check out the entry Eldritch's crowning glory? - The Reptile House EP.
Release Notes
- Label: Merciful Release
- Catalogue#: MR023
- Format: vinyl single, 12" only
Release dates
- UK release: 16 May 1983
- UK/France release (repress): June 1983
- US - Brain Eater Records release: 10 July 1983
- Dutch Re-issue: 1989
Remarks
- The first 5,000 initial copies included a lyric sheet.
- From the beginning, some covers have had a violet on crimson print instead of a dark pink on black one.
- Over the years, repressings in many shades of violet and pink have obviously been produced and distributed.
- On the spine of the repressings "Made In England" is noted instead of the catalogue number MR023.
- For information about the origin of the cover artwork see this astonishing thread at the Heartland Forums
- Published by Copyright Control, produced at K.G. Studio (Kenny Giles), Bridlington
- UK-issues pressed by MPO, Dutch re-pressing by CBS, Haarlem
- According t-shirts were printed and distributed as well.
- * our thanks for the t-shirt pictures go to HL Forum member ribbons69.
Run-out Grooves
- Side A: MPO / MR 023 A2
- Side AA: MPO / MR 023 AA2 / For Spiggy - Paint it Black
- "MPO" is crossed out on the Dutch re-issues,
- instead 08-025198-20-1/2 was added.
Band / Recording Personnel
- Andrew Eldritch - Vocals
- Gary Marx - Guitars
- Ben Gunn - Guitars
- Craig Adams - Bass
- Doktor Avalanche - Drums
Tracks
Side A | Duration |
A1 Kiss The Carpet | 5:55 |
A2 Lights | 5:51 |
Side B
B1 Valentine | 4:44 |
B2 Fix | 3:41 |
B3 Burn | 4:49 |
B4 Kiss The Carpet (Reprise) | 0:36 |
Note:
- Other than on Some Girls Wander By Mistake
- Kiss The Carpet is shortened to Kiss on the EP cover.
- Kiss The Carpet (Reprise) is not mentioned at all,
- neither on the label, nor on the sleeve of the EP.
- The version of this song on the EP does not fade out or quieten
- down like the version on Some Girls Wander By Mistake.
- Three tracks from the EP were broadcast by John Peel on
- various occasions - Kiss The Carpet, Lights and Valentine
- - 14 June 1983 John Peel Show, Radio One - Kiss The Carpet
- - 19 June 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - Kiss The Carpet
- - 06 July 1983 John Peel Show, Radio One - Lights
- - 06 July 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - Valentine
- - 20 August 1983 John Peel's Music, BFBS - Kiss The Carpet
We recommend you check also the lovely John Peel Wiki and the - Teenage Sisters of Mercy Fan blog under Sisters Mysteries V – did Peel play Damage Done?
or this thread @The Heartland Forums for more information and some interesting read on this issue, see also John Peel Shows 1980-85.
Different Releases - Overview
Label | Catalogue# | Format | Released | Country | Notes |
Merciful Release | MR023 | EP 12" | 16 May 1983 | UK | The first 5000 came with a lyric sheet. Some copies are violet on crimson instead of pink on black. Kiss The Carpet (Reprise) is not listed on the cover. MR023 printed on the spine. No barcode. |
Merciful Release | MR023 | EP 12" | 10 July 1983 | UK | Braineater version - pressing for US-distribution. Comes with a green or white sticker on the back side and an insert (lyrics sheet). Allegedly, some copies also include a b/w promo sheet. No barcode. |
Merciful Release | MR023 | EP 12" | June 1983 | UK/France | Repressing."Made In England" printed on the spine. No lyrics sheet. No barcode. |
Merciful Release | MR023 | EP 12" | 1989 | The Netherlands | Repressing, comes with barcode 5016554002310 printed on the back sleeve. "Made in Holland" and catalogue# 08-025198-20-1/2 on the labels and in the run-outs. This version has a reddish sleeve and comes without lyrics sheet or other insert, some have a "MADE IN HOLLAND" sticker. |
Additional Pictures
- Please click into files for larger views -
Braineater and Original UK release (1983)
Dutch re-issue (1989)