Frank Tovey: The Fad Gadget The Singles Sealed Vinyl LP

There’s no denying it–Fad Gadget was one of the greatest synth groups of its era. Frank Tovey was a madman with a synth–his onstage antics routinely ended up causing him personal injury and notoriety, and the music itself was an uncompromising wall of nihilism and electronics. Even when Tovey veered off into folkie country, he was still edgy as hell and one of the more unique exports of the U.K. indie music scene in the 80s and 90s.

Today he is probably best remembered for the singles “Collapsing New People”, “Love Parasite”, and “Swallow It”, but work overall deserves another look–the tracks hold up very well over the course of time and his legacy should not be overlooked.

Sadly, Frank Tovey died in the 90s just as he was on the verge of doing a comeback. This collection of singles is a GREAT introduction for those who haven’t had the Fad Gadget experience, and a wonderful reminder for the rest of us. Check the vid clip at the end of this post for the proof–Fad Gadget deserves all its accolades.

Turntabling is very pleased to offer a single copy of this SEALED, unopened original release of the singles. It’s for sale on a first-come, first served basis and is a fabulous collector’s item from the era. This is a vinyl record released on the Mute label, unopened and never played.

Buy Frank Tovey: The Fad Gadget Singles vinyl record from Turntabling for $25 plus shipping. This record ships overseas but postage may be higher depending on the shipping location. Turntabling will bill for additional postage or refund where necessary. We don’t inflate shipping costs!

Russ Meyer Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! Picture Disc Vinyl LP

Russ Meyer’s Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! is a classic of the drive-in exploitation genre.  As the trailer says, “The sweetest kittens have the sharpest claws.” My favorite line from the movie, asked by a crotchety desert-dweller; “You girls a bunch of nudists or are you just…short of clothes?” How can you possibly go wrong with this movie?

For a start, you get Tura Satana wiping the floor with the dudes and rolling around in the hay to boot. This is the movie that put Russ Meyer in the hearts and minds of drive-in denizens everywhere, even if it took a little time to get there. And on the soundtrack front, the music for this is really fun–that blurry line between late 50s camp and groovy beatnik watusi madness. The theme song alone is worth the price of admission.

People who pull serious faces about cinema give Russ Meyer the short shrift, but these weren’t SUPPOSED to be Zaffirelli or Bergman pictures. They are what they are. Have a look at the trailer for Faster Pussycat! at the end of this post. If you haven’t experienced a Russ Meyer movie yet, you’re in for a treat. We recommend seeing Beyond the Valley of the Dolls first, but Faster Pussycat! is a good second choice.

Turntabling presents the Russ Meyer Faster Pussycat! Kill!…Kill! soundtrack picture disc in excellent condition, which was made in Germany but QDK Media. There is one copy available on a first-come, first served basis. It has a clear vinyl sleeve and a red outer dust jacket.

This vinyl record ships overseas–postage may vary depending on location. We will contact you for additional postage if needed or refund excess postage where applicable–we do NOT inflate shipping charges!

Buy the Russ Meyer Faster Pussycat! Kill!…Kill! import picture disc from Turntabling for $50.00 plus shipping.

Wire IBTABA Vinyl LP

There are some Wire fans who hate this record–they think Eardrum Buzz-era Wire is some kind of failure compared to the genius of Pink Flag and Chairs Missing. Turntabling does not fall into this camp at ALL. Eardrum Buzz is one of Wire’s all-time great tracks and the album it’s featured on, IBTABA, is a house favorite. There are two versions of the Eardrum Buzz track floating around out there on vinyl–one is the hyperactive bass version, the other is a more synth-driven take on the same ideas. Round here, both are considered tops.

IBTABA is short for It’s Beginning To And Back Again which does seem a bit wordy for an album cover.
And speaking of covers, artwork and packaging, how can you say no to that great big Mute Records logo on the B-side of this awesome Wire album? Suitable for framing, that is–except it’s better to photograph the record and frame THAT instead, as IBTABA is a great record. Usually band-in-transition albums are a lot more iffy, but this record is solid. Not just solid for an album by Wire, but as an record by ANYBODY.

Just take a listen to Eardrum Buzz–the vid clip at the end of this post–and hear for yourself.

Turntabling does indeed have a single, solitary copy of this Wire album for sale. First come, first served for this awesome slab of vintage late-80s post-punk genius. It’s in near mint condition and a great listen. This album ships overseas but be aware that some destinations may require additional postage. We’ll bill you for any additional postage needed or refund any extra that might have been paid but not needed. Turntabling DOES NOT inflate shipping costs.

Buy the IBTABA vinyl record by Wire from Turntabling for $17 plus shipping.

Smashing Time Soundtrack Vinyl LP Rita Tushingham Lynn Redgrave

Swinging London…we miss you! It didn’t last very long, but the phenomenon spawned countless movies and even more albums. Smashing Time starred Rita Tushingham and Lynne Redgrave as a couple of fish-out-of-water girls who have just arrived on the scene in Swinging London and try to make the best of having no money and nowhere to go.

It’s a Willy Wonka-style adventure without all the candy and child endangerment. Instead you get sexual coming-of-age, the music industry, and mod parties.

Smashing Time is sort of a cross between a 1967 time capsule and longform Carnaby Street music video. This movie is definitely a source text for the Austin Powers spoofs, and while parts of the movie are fairly insufferable, as a cultural artifact it’s fun to watch. Swinging London collectors and memorabilia junkies should definitely own the soundtrack album.

Turntabling has a copy of the Smashing Time soundtrack for sale first come, first served. This is not a modern reissue in stereo, it’s an ABC Records mono release in Very Good condition. This record does ship overseas, but know that depending on the destination your postage costs may require additional funds. Turntabling ships based on weight and destination, we do NOT inflate shipping costs. Our policy is to refund any postage not required or bill the additional amount needed to ship.

Buy the Smashing Time soundtrack vinyl LP from Turntabling for $25 plus shipping.

Game of Death Soundtrack LP by John Barry

The Game of Death soundtrack by John Barry is just plain awesome. John Barry is a Turntabling favorite thanks to a Morricone-esque sensibility when it comes to blending symphonic instruments with a more mod 60s/70s groove. Barry had a hand in some of the best-known soundtracks of the day, including Bond films, that goofy 70s remake of King Kong, The Deep, Walkabout, and the Bruce Lee martial arts classic The Game of Death.

Dagored did an amazing job with this release, from the super-tasty 180-gram vinyl pressing to the gatefold sleeve art. This is a collector-friendly album for those reasons alone, but the sounds on this OST are awfully sweet. If you can’t get enough of those 70s soundtrack sounds, this is a must-own.

Turntabling offers a single copy of The Game of Death–a shrink-wrapped, still-sealed vinyl record. Buy it now from Turntabling for $30 plus shipping. The Game of Death ships internationally, and while we’ve calculated the shipping costs, they are based on weight and destination and may require additional postage–we’ll invoice you for any excess needed, and refund where necessary.

Buy The Game of Death by John Barry and don’t forget to check out the trailer below to see some Bruce Lee kung fu action.