The Church - The Church (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1982)

The Church – The Church was released in 1982 on Carrere and is the international edition of the Australian band's debut album. Steve Kilbey's songs and the reverb-laden, shimmering guitars of Peter Koppes and Marty Willson-Piper combine new wave with psychedelic rock. It includes “The Unguarded Moment”, plus “For A Moment We're Strangers” and the long “Is This Where You Live?”.

On offer is the German original pressing from 1982 on Carrere (2934 145) in stereo.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Carrere – 2934 145
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1982
• Genre: Rock, Alternative Rock, New Wave, Psychedelic Rock – more in Alternative Rock

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.

Tracklist

Side A

1. For A Moment We're Strangers (3:53)
2. Chrome Injury (4:00)
3. The Unguarded Moment (4:12)
4. Memories In Future Tense (4:42)
5. Bel-Air (3:53)

Side B

1. Is This Where You Live? (7:39)
2. She Never Said (3:16)
3. Tear It All Away (4:18)
4. Don't Open The Door To Strangers (3:27)

Personnel

Steve Kilbey (Bass, Keyboards, Vocals), Peter Koppes (Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar), Marty Willson-Piper (Electric Guitar), Richard Ploog (Drums, Percussion), Bob Clearmountain (Mixed By).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the German original pressing from 1982 on Carrere.

Which songs stand out?
“The Unguarded Moment”, “For A Moment We're Strangers” and “Is This Where You Live?”.

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 Alternative Rock collection.