Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark – Architecture & Morality (Vinyl LP)

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark – Architecture & Morality was released in 1981 and is regarded as one of the most important synth-pop albums ever. Mellotron, choir sounds and synths create an almost sacred mood, with sleeve design by Peter Saville and Brett Wickens. With “Souvenir”, “Joan Of Arc” and “Joan Of Arc (Maid Of Orleans)” it contains three big hits.

On offer is the original German pressing from 1981 on Dindisc (204 016), with original inner sleeve (OIS).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Dindisc – 204 016
• Format: Vinyl LP Album
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1981
• Genre: Electronic, New Wave, Synth-pop, Pop – more in Synth-Pop
• Features: OIS – original inner sleeve

Condition

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

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. The New Stone Age (3:18)
2. She's Leaving (3:26)
3. Souvenir (3:36)
4. Sealand (7:42)

Side B

1. Joan Of Arc (3:46)
2. Joan Of Arc (Maid Of Orleans) (4:11)
3. Architecture And Morality (3:37)
4. Georgia (3:21)
5. The Beginning And The End (3:44)

Personnel

Andy McCluskey (Vocals, Bass, Synthesizer), Paul Humphreys (Vocals, Synthesizer, Mellotron), Malcolm Holmes (Drums, Percussion), Michael Douglas (Synthesizer, Piano), Peter Saville (Design), Brett Wickens (Design).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original German pressing from 1981 on Dindisc (204 016).

Which songs are best known?
“Souvenir”, “Joan Of Arc” and “Joan Of Arc (Maid Of Orleans)”.

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 Synth-Pop collection.