Slayer – Haunting The Chapel (Vinyl 12" EP, 1984, Roadrunner Records RR 125508, Europe, 45 RPM)

Why This Record Matters
Haunting The Chapel is Slayer’s three-song 1984 EP bridging Show No Mercy and Hell Awaits, with “Chemical Warfare” becoming an enduring part of the band’s early catalog. Produced by Slayer with engineering by Bill Metoyer, the EP features the classic early lineup of Tom Araya, Jeff Hanneman, Kerry King, and Dave Lombardo.

Collector Note
This 1984 European Roadrunner Records RR 125508 edition is the original three-track 12-inch configuration playing at 45 RPM, manufactured in the Netherlands under license from Metal Blade Records. The stamped RR 12-5508 matrices identify this edition, and this copy includes the original Roadrunner bifold insert.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG
Sleeve: VG
Strong VG player copy.
Original Roadrunner bifold included.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, EP, Stereo
Label: Roadrunner Records – RR 125508
Country: Europe
Released: Oct 1984
Genre: Rock
Style: Thrash

Matrix / Runout
Side A: RR 12-5508-A//55593-1
Side B: RR 12-5508-B//55594-1

Tracklist
Side A
A Chemical Warfare – 6:01

Side B
B1 Captor Of Sin – 3:27
B2 Haunting The Chapel – 3:57

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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