X-Ray Spex Germfree Adolescents 1978 UK 1st Press A2/B2 Runouts VG/VG+

X-RAY SPEX - GERMFREE ADOLESCENTS

First press from UK 1978 with A2/B2 stamps in runouts!

An absolute holy grail for first-wave UK punk purists, this original November 1978 UK first pressing of X-Ray Spex’s monumental debut Germfree Adolescents (EMI / Virgin – INS 3023) features the legendary A2/B2 matrix stampers. Driven by Poly Styrene's piercing, revolutionary lead vocals, Lora Logic / Rudi Thomson’s blistering saxophone riffs, and Jak Airport's razor-sharp guitar lines, this album remains one of the most vital, timeless, and forward-thinking records of the original 1977-1978 punk movement. Featuring immortal anthems like "The Day The World Turned Dayglo," "Identity," "Art-I-Ficial," and "Germfree Adolescents," copies carrying these specific early EMI stamped matrix lacquers deliver the punchiest, most dynamic sound possible. Complete with its original printed inner sleeve, this is a essential cornerstone for serious punk collectors!

1978 UK import/release by EMI International, catalog #s INS 3023 and OC 062-61 787.  First pressing with A2/B2 stampers.

Sleeve grades VG+.  Another excellent sleeve in basically almost perfect condition, close to NM.  Original custom inner sleeve is included in great shape.

Vinyl grades VG.  Side 1 plays VG+ and shows just a few light surface marks and hairlines under magnification.  Side 2 is the same except it has some light clicks during tracks B3 and B4 that appear to be caused by a light scratch.