Pauline Murray And The Invisible Girls – Self-Titled LP 1980, Retro Post-Punk Original Vinyl

Pauline Murray and the Invisible Girls ' self-titled LP, released in 1980, is considered one of the most atmospherically dense works of the British post-punk era. The album combines haunting vocals with melancholic yet driving arrangements, infused with new wave and indie influences. Produced by Martin Hannett, who had previously worked with Joy Division and other key bands associated with the Factory Records, this work possesses a distinctive sound that perfectly captures the spirit of the early 1980s.

For collectors, the LP is interesting not only because of its musical quality, but also because of its lineup: In addition to Pauline Murray, musicians such as Vini Reilly (The Durutti Column) and members of the Invisible Girls participated, which gives the record a special place within the history of independent music.

Historical background

Before this project, Pauline Murray was known as the singer of the influential punk band Penetration . After their breakup, she ventured into a new musical direction with The Invisible Girls . The album was released at a time when post-punk was establishing itself as a creative link between punk energy and experimental new wave movements. Produced by Martin Hannett, the album is now considered an insider tip among vinyl collectors and captures the unmistakable Factory sound of that era.

Product details

• Format: LP, 12" Vinyl

• Artist: Pauline Murray And The Invisible Girls

• Album: Self-Titled (S/T)

• Year of publication: 1980

• Label: Illusive Records

• Genre: Post-Punk, New Wave, Indie Rock

• Vinyl color: Black

• Cover condition: G+ (significant signs of wear, edge abrasion, creases at the edges, old price sticker remnants, back cover with visible wear – see pictures)

• Vinyl condition: VG (light, superficial signs of wear, no deep scratches, plays cleanly without skips)

Notes

• Original pressing from 1980 – not a reissue

• Collector's item from the early post-punk and indie era

• Each item shows individual signs of wear due to age and storage.

• Images are part of the item description