The Vandals | 1988 | Slippery When III

The Vandals – Slippery When Ill (1988 US Vinyl LP) – NM/G – Restless Records

An original-era 1988 American vinyl pressing of Slippery When Ill by The Vandals, one of California's most distinctive and irreverent punk rock bands.

Released on Restless Records, this album captures The Vandals exploring an unusual combination of American punk rock, country music and tongue-in-cheek humour, creating the distinctive cowpunk sound that sets Slippery When Ill apart from their earlier recordings.

Featuring energetic performances, unconventional songwriting and the band's characteristic sense of humour, this is an interesting addition to any collection of American punk, hardcore-related releases and alternative rock from the 1980s.

This copy features Near Mint (NM) vinyl, although the original picture sleeve has substantial wear and damage and is graded Good (G). An opportunity for collectors who prioritise the condition of the record itself over its packaging.

1988 US Pressing – Restless Records

This copy carries the original Restless Records catalogue number 7 72289-1, with etched matrix information on both sides.

The runouts include K DISC markings associated with American mastering facility K Disc, along with the distinctive hand-etched inscription VANDAL EYES on Side B.

These identifying details are provided to help collectors distinguish this copy from other editions and reissues.

Pressing Details

Artist: The Vandals

Album: Slippery When Ill

Year: 1988

Country: United States

Label: Restless Records

Catalogue Number: 7 72289-1

Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo, 33⅓ RPM

Genre: Punk Rock / Cowpunk / Alternative Rock

Producer: Thom Wilson

Matrix / Runout Details

Side A: 72289-1A K DISC CH 5-19960 1-1

Side B: VANDAL EYES 72289-1-B K DISC CH 5-19961 1-1

Both sides also feature a circular runout symbol with an internal marking and a partial outer arc.

All matrix information has been transcribed from the actual record. The circular symbol has not been conclusively identified.

Track Listing

Side One

Clowns Are Experts (At Making Us Laugh)

Susanville

Desert Woman

In America

Elvis Decanter

Side Two

Goop All Over The Phone (Pleasant All Over The Bill)

Sh'ite Punk

Gator Hide

Long Hair Queer

(Illa Zilla) Lady Killa

Condition – NM / G

Vinyl: Near Mint (NM)

The vinyl is in outstanding visual condition, with no significant visible scratches, scuffs or other marks noted during inspection.

An exceptionally well-preserved record for an album originally released in 1988.

Original Picture Sleeve: Good (G)

The original sleeve has substantial age-related wear and damage, including:

Water damage.

One corner cut off.

Scuffing and wear along all edges.

Significant wear through the bottom edge/seam.

General handling and storage wear.

Despite these faults, the original front and rear photographic artwork remains visually presentable.

The sleeve has been conservatively graded Good (G) to reflect its overall condition.

Important: This is not a collector-grade sleeve. Buyers should expect noticeable physical damage and should examine all photographs carefully before purchasing.

The record itself is in substantially better condition than its sleeve.

Visual Grading & Record Care

All records at Comfortably Spun are individually inspected and visually graded using the Goldmine grading system.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, records have not been play-tested. Visual grading does not guarantee completely noise-free playback.

The photographs show the actual record and sleeve being offered for sale, rather than stock images.

The vinyl will be carefully cleaned before dispatch and securely packaged in suitable protective record packaging to help prevent damage during transit.

Why Add This Record to Your Collection?

Slippery When Ill represents an unusual period in The Vandals' recording history, blending the band's Southern Californian punk roots with country influences and their trademark irreverent humour.

This 1988 American Restless Records pressing features identifiable K DISC runout markings and the distinctive VANDAL EYES inscription.

With its Near Mint vinyl, it offers an appealing opportunity to obtain a well-preserved copy of the music at a price reflecting the heavily worn original sleeve.

A distinctive late-1980s American punk LP, available from Comfortably Spun Records.