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REM - Radio Free Europe 2025 (ltd. ed.) (orange vinyl)
REM - Radio Free Europe 2025 (ltd. ed.) (orange vinyl)
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R.E.M. – Radio Free Europe 2025 (Limited Orange Vinyl) | Vinyl LP
Immerse yourself in the foundational sound of American alternative rock with R.E.M.'s seminal debut single, 'Radio Free Europe.' This 2025 limited edition pressing captures the enigmatic energy and jangling guitars that defined a new era of music, making it an essential addition for any serious collector of 80s vinyl records.
About the Album
Released in 1981, 'Radio Free Europe' marked R.E.M.'s powerful introduction to the world, laying the groundwork for their distinctive blend of introspective lyrics and melodic, guitar-driven rock. This track, alongside its B-side, quickly established the band's unique sonic signature and independent spirit, influencing countless artists in the burgeoning indie rock scene.
The Vinyl Experience
Experience the raw, vibrant energy of 'Radio Free Europe' as it was meant to be heard: through the warm analog sound of a Vinyl LP. This limited pressing, presented on striking orange wax, offers a tactile connection to music history, inviting a deep needle drop into its meticulously cut grooves for an authentic audiophile journey.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: R.E.M.
- Label: Craft Recordings
- Genre: Alternative Rock / Indie Rock
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, collectors of seminal 80s rock, fans of jangle-pop and post-punk.
Collector's Note
Few records encapsulate the nascent spirit of American independent music in the early 1980s with such clarity and enduring appeal. This special edition offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of R.E.M.'s foundational discography, a true crate digger's holy grail for those seeking the roots of alternative rock.
Tracklist:
Tracks
- Radio Side
- Liberty Side
Side A
- Radio Free Europe (Jacknife Lee 2025 Remix) (3:09)
- Radio Free Dub (Mitch Easter 1981 Remix) (3:45)
Side B
- Radio Free Europe (Original Hib-Tone Single) (3:40)
- Sitting Still (Original Hib-Tone Single) (3:14)
- Wh. Tornado (Cassette Set) (1:54)
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• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
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We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
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A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
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