Name: Houdini
Brand: Melvins

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

MOVLP2130

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r12931060]

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180 Gram Black Vinyl housed in a Gatefold Sleeve with Spot Varnish

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-12-14

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Little Amber Fish

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

8719262006522

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Melvins

Genre GB

Metal

Label GB

Music On Vinyl

The Melvins are a prolific rock/metal band formed in 1983 in Montesano, WA. They have had a rotating cast of more than 10 bass players and have released over 20 studio albums throughout their 40-year career. Their current bassist is Trevor Dunn. The band performs under the name "Melvins Lite" with Trevor Dunn on stand-up bass and under the name "Melvins 1983" with Dale on bass instead of drums.

The core members of the Melvins are Buzz Osborne (guitar/lead vocals) and Dale Crover (drums/vocals). The band was originally based in Montesano, WA before relocating to San Francisco, CA in 1988 and eventually settling in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley.

The name "Melvins" came from a grocery clerk at the Thriftway in Montesano where Buzz Osborne worked. They chose this name as it was an appropriately ridiculous name that referred to the most hated fellow employee at the store.

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With their commitment to excellence, *Music On Vinyl* has become a trusted name among vinyl enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your vinyl journey, explore the vast selection of meticulously crafted reissues offered by *Music On Vinyl*, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of musical heritage.

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The iconic fifth album Houdini by the Melvins captures the band’s power, vision, and musical strangeness. It’s an essential ‘90s release, combining elements of grunge with hard rock and sludge metal. Their biggest commercially success and first major label release is an album where they displaying the full width of their musical abilities. Buzz Osbourne’s guitar sound is deep and heavy and combined with Dale Crover’s powerful drum rolls and fills it sounds really impressive. Kurt Cobain (Nirvana) added his guitar skills to the track Sky Pup and can be heard as a percussionist on Spread Eagle Beagle. It’s one of the most accessible Melvins albums and the gateway to explore more records by the band.

LP - 180 Gram Black Vinyl housed in a Gatefold Sleeve with Spot Varnish.

LP+ - Limited 180 Gram Silver Vinyl housed in Gatefold Sleeve. Hand Numbered to 1500 Copies.

Houdini

Music GB

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