Name: The Collected Works of Neutral Milk Hotel
Brand: Neutral Milk Hotel

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MRG776LP

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

4LP, 2 10" and 3x7"

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-02-24

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cargo

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0673855077611

Total Cap

Black LPx4

Artist

Neutral Milk Hotel

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Merge Records

Neutral Milk Hotel is an American indie rock band that was formed in 1989 in Ruston, Louisiana. Known for their unique sound and poetic lyrics, the band has gained a dedicated following over the years. Their music blends elements of folk, psychedelic rock, and lo-fi aesthetics to create a truly distinctive sound. With albums like "In the Aeroplane Over the Sea" and "On Avery Island," Neutral Milk Hotel has left an indelible mark on the indie rock scene.
Led by singer-songwriter Jeff Mangum, Neutral Milk Hotel's music explores themes of love, loss, and existentialism. Their songs are often characterized by intricate instrumentation, including acoustic guitars, horns, and accordions. The band's raw and emotionally charged performances have captivated audiences around the world.
Despite disbanding in 1999 after only releasing two studio albums, Neutral Milk Hotel's influence continues to resonate with musicians and fans alike. Their cult status has grown steadily over time as more people discover their timeless music. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their discography, exploring Neutral Milk Hotel's catalog is sure to be a rewarding musical journey.

Merge Records is an independent record label based in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1989 by Laura Ballance and Mac McCaughan, it started as a platform to release music from their band Superchunk and their friends' creations. Over the years, Merge Records has grown to include talented artists from all over the world, with some of their records even reaching the top of the Billboard music charts.
With its headquarters nestled in Durham, North Carolina, Merge Records has become a renowned name in the music industry. The label was established by Laura Ballance and Mac McCaughan back in 1989 with a vision to share their own musical endeavors as well as support fellow musicians within their circle.
What began as a humble endeavor quickly flourished into something much greater. Today, Merge Records boasts an impressive roster of artists spanning various genres and backgrounds. From indie rock to experimental pop, *Superchunk* paved the way for other talented musicians to join forces under this esteemed label's umbrella.

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The two full-length records that Jeff Mangum made as Neutral Milk Hotel sound both in and out of time. Like translations of a shared subconscious, 1996’s On Avery Island and 1998’s In the Aeroplane Over the Sea give voice to the perennial spirit of youthful epiphany, of beginning to see the world clearly, to process and express it - no matter when you encounter them. With lo-fi indie rock, accordion, singing saw, tape collages, the so-called “zanzithophone” and beyond, Neutral Milk Hotel created an eternal entry into their Elephant 6 scene and an enduring feeling of possibility.

Mangum was born in the small city of Ruston, Louisiana, coming of age within the ’80s and ’90s indie and punk undergrounds, a movement of teenagers recording in their bedrooms, sharing zines and trading tapes, listening to hardcore and experimental music on college radio. For all the mythology Mangum’s elusive persona has accrued, it’s the beguiling songs themselves that have resonated so deeply for generations. In 2011, Mangum collected nearly all of the band’s recorded output in a limited-edition box set (self-released under Neutral Milk Hotel Records, a small operation helmed by Mangum and his mother) which is now being updated for wide reissue by the band’s longtime label Merge Records. 

Black matte box is a 2-piece telescoping case-wrapped package.

In the Aeroplane Over the Sea LP is 11 tracks pressed 33RPM to black vinyl in a gatefold jacket.

On Avery Island 2LP is 12 tracks pressed to double black vinyl in a gatefold jacket and 11 x 11 printed insert. Sides A, B and C pressed 45RPM. Side D pressed 33RPM.

Live at Jittery Joe’s 12” picture disc is 11 tracks pressed 33RPM to a full colour picture disc in a heavyweight poly jacket.

Ferris Wheel on Fire 10” is 8 tracks pressed 45RPM to black vinyl in a printed jacket and postcard insert.

Everything Is 10” is 7 tracks pressed 45RPM to black vinyl in a printed jacket and postcard insert.

“Little Birds” 7” is 2 tracks pressed 45RPM to black vinyl in a printed jacket. 7” housed in a heavyweight poly jacket.

“You’ve Passed” 7” is 2 tracks pressed 45RPM to black vinyl in a printed jacket. 7” housed in a heavyweight poly jacket.

“Holland” 7” is 2 tracks pressed 45RPM to black vinyl in a printed jacket. 7” housed in a heavyweight poly jacket.

2 folded posters, each printed one side and each 24” x 24” when flat.

1 postcard, printed front and back with box set information and sized 3.75” x 5”

All of above assembled in a 12" two-piece telescoping case-wrapped box.