Psyche – Insomnia Theatre (Vinyl 2LP | FR Original | 1985)

Psyche – Insomnia Theatre is an album by the synth-pop/darkwave project Psyche, built around singer Evan Panic and synth programmer Anthony Red. The eight tracks, balancing dark electronics and catchy hooks, were released by New Rose Records in 1985 as a double 12" at 45 RPM. On offer is this French New Rose edition (rose 78) with textured sleeve and pink labels.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: New Rose Records – rose 78
• Format: 2 x Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Album
• Pressing: FR – Original (New Rose edition, textured sleeve, pink labels)
• Country: France
• Year: 1985
• Genre: Synth-Pop, Darkwave (Electronic)

Condition

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

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Mr Eyeball Ooze – 5:02
2. Maggots – 4:37

Side B

1. Children Carry Knives – 4:50
2. Wrench – 3:34

Side C

1. Eating Violins – 2:43
2. On The Edge – 5:12

Side D

1. Brain Collapse – 4:12
2. Wink Of An Eye – 4:22

Personnel

Evan Panic (vocals, lyrics, additional percussion), Anthony Red (synthesizers, rhythm machines, composition), Richard Blohm (guitar, drums, additional synthesizer, recording). Produced by Evan Panic (assisted by Jeff Howard).

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
This is the French New Rose edition from 1985 (rose 78) with textured sleeve and pink labels. There was an earlier Canadian first edition containing several tracks in different versions.

How does this edition differ from other rose 78 pressings?
This variant plays at 45 RPM and has a textured sleeve and pink labels; a 33 ⅓ RPM version also exists under the same catalogue number.

What does Media NM- / Sleeve VG+ mean?
The records are near mint (NM-), the sleeve shows light signs of use (Very Good Plus). See our Vinyl Grading page for details.

Do you have more synth-pop?
Yes – browse our Synth-Pop collection.