Holger Czukay - Der Osten Ist Rot (Vinyl LP | EU Original | 1984)

Holger Czukay – Der Osten Ist Rot was released in 1984 on Virgin and recorded at the Can studio. The Can co-founder combines tape manipulation, shortwave finds and playful melodies into a witty, cinematic sound world – with Jaki Liebezeit on drums and keys and Conny Plank on synthesizer. Tracks include The Photo Song, Michy, Esperanto Socialiste, Der Osten Ist Rot (The East Is Red) and Träum Mal Wieder.

On offer is the 1984 EU original pressing on Virgin (206 258) with original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Virgin – 206 258
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: EU Original
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1984
• Genre: Electronic, Rock, Krautrock, Experimental – more in Krautrock
• Features: Original inner sleeve (OIS)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, it is the 1984 EU original pressing on Virgin (206 258), including the original inner sleeve.

What does the title mean?
"Der Osten ist rot" means The East Is Red – which is also the title of one of the tracks.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Krautrock collection.