Why This Record Matters
Murmur is widely regarded as one of the defining alternative rock albums of the 1980s, introducing R.E.M.’s jangly guitar sound, cryptic songwriting, and atmospheric production style. The album helped establish the blueprint for American indie and college rock long before alternative rock entered the mainstream.
Collector Note
1983 US pressing with “(B)” label variation released on I.R.S. Records, catalog numbers SP 70604 / SP70604 / SP-70604. Includes original printed inner sleeve and remains one of the band’s most collectible early vinyl releases.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean glossy surfaces and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG+ with minor shelf and edge wear consistent with age
Inner Sleeve: Original printed inner included
Outer Sleeve: Protective outer sleeve included
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, (B) On Label
Label: I.R.S. Records – SP 70604, I.R.S. Records – SP70604, I.R.S. Records – SP-70604
Country: US
Released: 1983
Genre: Rock
Style: Indie Rock
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
A1 Radio Free Europe 4:05
A2 Pilgrimage 4:25
A3 Laughing 3:52
A4 Talk About The Passion 3:22
A5 Moral Kiosk 3:32
A6 Perfect Circle 3:23
B1 Catapult 3:54
B2 Sitting Still 3:07
B3 9-9 3:02
B4 Shaking Through 4:00
B5 We Walk 3:04
B6 West Of The Fields 3:15
Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned with a Degritter record cleaning machine.
Placed in fresh inner and outer protective sleeves.
Shipped in a proper LP mailer with padding.
Packed securely to help prevent corner and seam damage during transit.
About Maple City Music
Maple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.
Why This Record Matters
Murmur is widely regarded as one of the defining alternative rock albums of the 1980s, introducing R.E.M.’s jangly guitar sound, cryptic songwriting, and atmospheric production style. The album helped establish the blueprint for American indie and college rock long before alternative rock entered the mainstream.
Collector Note
1983 US pressing with “(B)” label variation released on I.R.S. Records, catalog numbers SP 70604 / SP70604 / SP-70604. Includes original printed inner sleeve and remains one of the band’s most collectible early vinyl releases.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean glossy surfaces and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG+ with minor shelf and edge wear consistent with age
Inner Sleeve: Original printed inner included
Outer Sleeve: Protective outer sleeve included
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, (B) On Label
Label: I.R.S. Records – SP 70604, I.R.S. Records – SP70604, I.R.S. Records – SP-70604
Country: US
Released: 1983
Genre: Rock
Style: Indie Rock
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
A1 Radio Free Europe 4:05
A2 Pilgrimage 4:25
A3 Laughing 3:52
A4 Talk About The Passion 3:22
A5 Moral Kiosk 3:32
A6 Perfect Circle 3:23
B1 Catapult 3:54
B2 Sitting Still 3:07
B3 9-9 3:02
B4 Shaking Through 4:00
B5 We Walk 3:04
B6 West Of The Fields 3:15
Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned with a Degritter record cleaning machine.
Placed in fresh inner and outer protective sleeves.
Shipped in a proper LP mailer with padding.
Packed securely to help prevent corner and seam damage during transit.
About Maple City Music
Maple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.
