Why This Record Matters
Vampire Weekend’s debut album became one of the defining indie pop releases of the late 2000s, blending art pop, Afro-pop influences, and sharp melodic songwriting. Tracks like “A-Punk,” “Oxford Comma,” and “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” helped establish the band as one of the era’s most influential indie acts.
Collector Note
2008 Czech Republic & Slovakia pressing on XL Recordings, catalog number XL LP 318. Early pressings of the band’s debut remain highly collectible among indie rock collectors.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: M sealed new vinyl
Sleeve: NM sealed with minimal handling wear
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: XL Recordings – XL LP 318
Country: Czech Republic & Slovakia
Released: Jan 28, 2008
Genre: Pop
Style: Indie Pop
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Side A
A1 Mansard Roof 2:07
A2 Oxford Comma 3:15
A3 A-Punk 2:17
A4 Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa 3:33
A5 M79 4:14
Side B
B1 Campus 2:55
B2 Bryn 2:12
B3 One (Blake’s Got A New Face) 3:11
B4 I Stand Corrected 2:38
B5 Walcott 3:39
B6 The Kids Don’t Stand A Chance 4:03
Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II (when applicable).
Stored in protective outer sleeve.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.
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
Vampire Weekend’s debut album became one of the defining indie pop releases of the late 2000s, blending art pop, Afro-pop influences, and sharp melodic songwriting. Tracks like “A-Punk,” “Oxford Comma,” and “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” helped establish the band as one of the era’s most influential indie acts.
Collector Note
2008 Czech Republic & Slovakia pressing on XL Recordings, catalog number XL LP 318. Early pressings of the band’s debut remain highly collectible among indie rock collectors.
Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Condition & Details
Media: M sealed new vinyl
Sleeve: NM sealed with minimal handling wear
Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: XL Recordings – XL LP 318
Country: Czech Republic & Slovakia
Released: Jan 28, 2008
Genre: Pop
Style: Indie Pop
Matrix / Runout
Not specified
Tracklist
Side A
A1 Mansard Roof 2:07
A2 Oxford Comma 3:15
A3 A-Punk 2:17
A4 Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa 3:33
A5 M79 4:14
Side B
B1 Campus 2:55
B2 Bryn 2:12
B3 One (Blake’s Got A New Face) 3:11
B4 I Stand Corrected 2:38
B5 Walcott 3:39
B6 The Kids Don’t Stand A Chance 4:03
Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II (when applicable).
Stored in protective outer sleeve.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.
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.
