Sisters Of Mercy - BBC Sessions 82-84 UK Bootleg Cassette c.1986 VG+
THE SISTERS OF MERCY - BBC SESSIONS 82-84
A haunting chronicle of gothic rock's evolution, the Sisters of Mercy BBC Sessions (1982–1984) capture a band at the height of their shadowy powers. From the jagged, Stooges-inspired energy of the first Peel session to the polished, cavernous gloom of their 1984 appearance, these recordings serve as a bridge between the basement and the arena. Whether you're holding a rare 1980s white-label bootleg or the limited Record Store Day smokey vinyl, these tracks represent the rawest, most visceral versions of classics like "Alice" and "Jolene." It is a definitive document of the Doktor Avalanche era—a must-have for those who prefer their Sisters of Mercy with a side of BBC grit and unpolished, nocturnal intensity.
Bootleg cassette from the UK of the BBC Sessions 82-84 album (which was not officially released until 2021). The design of the TDK D60 tape used for this recording is of circa 1985-1987 vintage/manufacture, implying this bootleg likely dates to the mid/late 1980s.
See photos for condition; guaranteed to play VG+ or better.