X-Ray Spex - (PRESALE 7/24/26) Obsessed With You (The Early Years) (IEX DAYGLO PINK VINYL) | Mint Mint
X-Ray Spex - (PRESALE 7/24/26) Obsessed With You (The Early Years) (IEX DAYGLO PINK VINYL) | Mint Mint
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Description
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SHIPS BY 07/24/2026
Artist: X-Ray Spex
Title: Obsessed With You (The Early Years)
Genre: Indie & Alternative
Label: Do Yourself In
A rare collection of early demo recordings pre “Germ Free Adolescents”. Updated from the original 1991 release with new sleeve notes from Paul Dean & Lora Logic. On Limited 'Day-Glo’ Pink Vinyl + Insert, 'Day-Glo’ Orange Vinyl + Insert and ‘Day-Glo’ Green CD.
'Obsessed With You [The Early Years]' is an official release of the early X-Ray Spex demo recordings which would evolve into the celebrated pioneering 'Germ Free Adolescents' album. Also includes early versions of classic Punk pioneering debut single tracks 'Oh Bondage, Up Yours!' and 'I Am A Cliché’.
Recorded in 1977, the majority of these recordings feature original saxophonist Lora Logic and capture the raw instinctive power of the band who seemed to arrive fully formed despite their youth. The iconic vocal stylings of Poly Styrene immortalised here are even more visceral than what was recorded for the final product and further indicate just how much inspiration they lent Bikini Kill's Kathleen Hanna and the Riot Grrrls that followed. Elsewhere, an early take on 'Germ Free Adolescence' has subtle electronic influences that hint at a potential future the band didn't hang around long enough to fulfill.
- Media Condition: Mint
- Sleeve Condition: Mint
- Format: Vinyl
- Genre: PUNK
- Format Type: LP
- Released: 07/24/2026
Condition Ratings & Details
Condition Ratings & Details
NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.
NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.
Condition Ratings
- MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
- Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
- Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
- Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
- Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
- Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.
Sleeve Details
- PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
- PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
