Smiths, The - Meat Is Murder - Vinyl Record
The Smiths' Meat Is Murder is the second studio album from the English rock band, released on 11 February 1985 by Rough Trade Records. This vinyl record captures a pivotal moment in 80s indie, anchored by the urgent heaviness of tracks like The Headmaster Ritual, I Want the One I Can't Have, and Barbarism Begins at Home. The album became the band's only UK Albums Chart number one, and it remained on the chart for thirteen weeks, with notable international traction including 11 weeks on the European Top 100 Albums chart (peaking at 29) and a US presence on the Billboard 200.
This vinyl record edition presents Meat Is Murder in a classic LP format, ideal for collectors who prize crisp guitar textures, stark lyrical storytelling, and the unmistakable clang of mid-80s English indie. Perfect for fans exploring the band’s most socially charged work, it serves as a cornerstone for any serious vinyl collection. Whether you’re revisiting for nostalgia or introducing new listeners to the era, this release delivers the emotional bite and timeless allure that define the Smiths.
This title is a special order. It ships separately from our distributor via USPS Media Mail (U.S. only) and doesn’t qualify for free shipping promotions.
- The Headmaster Ritual
- Rusholme Ruffians
- I Want the One I Can't Have
- What She Said
- That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore
- Nowhere Fast
- Well I Wonder
- Barbarism Begins at Home
- Meat Is Murder
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Returns
Unopened returns accepted within 30 days — you cover shipping.
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After 30 days, it’s yours to keep forever.
Avoid extreme heat or sunlight. Definitely don’t let it mingle with any Justin Bieber records. Treat it like your grandma — gentle, respectful, and quiet during Murder, She Wrote.
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Smiths, The - Meat Is Murder - Vinyl Record
