Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

BAMLP25

Colour

Turquoise

Colour details

Turquoise and Grey

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Triple Heavyweight Vinyl Housed in Triple Gatefold Sleeve. Cut at 45RPM.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-05-03

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Plastichead

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5063176031815

Total Cap

9999

Turquoise LPx3

BAMCD25

5063176033529

CDx2

Artist

The Chameleons

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

Blue Apple Music

Restored classics, rare finds, and sought-after releases. Whether you're a vinyl enthusiast or a tape collector, we have something for everyone.

Reissues

Formed in 1981 in Middleton, just north of Manchester, The Chameleons are a post-punk band that gained attention from legendary Radio 1 DJ John Peel. Their first single "In Shreds" made waves on the music scene and despite encouraging sales, they faced setbacks with their record labels. However, the band persevered and released their debut album "Script of the Bridge", followed by "What Does Anything Mean? Basically". After a tumultuous period, they reunited in the new millennium and released an unplugged album titled 'Strip'.

The Chameleons started their journey when Mark Burgess joined forces with Reg Smithies and Dave Fielding. With no drummer initially, they caught the attention of John Peel who played a pivotal role in their early success. Despite signing with CBS for their first single "In Shreds", disagreements over their sound led to them parting ways after just one release. They then signed with Statik but were overlooked by the music press due to distribution limitations through Virgin.

The band's debut album "Script of the Bridge" was recorded during a six-week period in Rochdale. However, MCA released a reduced version of the album in the US without consulting or informing The Chameleons, causing frustration within the band. Despite facing contractual obligations with Statik, they eventually signed with Geffen after releasing their second album "What Does Anything Mean? Basically". Unfortunately, tragedy struck when their manager

A re-mastered edition of The Chameleons classic studio album Strange Times, released with the full co-operation of the band. The album has been re-mastered by Guy Massey (who undertook the Script of the Bridge restoration.)

The Chameleons (arguably the best band to come out of Manchester) with their critically acclaimed classic third album, Strange Times.
 Recorded on the legendary Geffen label, it sees the band’s atmospheric 
post punk anthems with soaring guitars and driving rhythms at their 
peak, and Mark Burgess’s compelling vocals coming together to form a 
wall of the most beautiful noise you’ve ever heard. The flawless album 
boasts some of the most iconic Chameleons tracks, such as Swamp Thing, 
Tears, Soul in Isolation, Caution, In Answer and Mad Jack.

3LP - This brand-new package features 3 heavyweight, coloured vinyl in a triple gatefold sleeve featuring new artwork by guitarist Reg Smithies. The album has been re-mastered by Guy Massey (who undertook the Script of the Bridge restoration) and cut at Abbey Road by Frank Arkwright. Previous vinyl versions of Strange Times were compromised by the running time of the LP (at least ten minutes longer than any pressing plant recommends). So the band and production team took the decision to split the main album across 4 sides playing at 45rpm with the bonus tracks on a separate disc.

Strange Times

Music GB

Discover Strange Times by The Chameleons. Remastered vinyl edition of their classic album, with full band cooperation. Label: None.