RARE MISFITS PROMO WALK AMONG US 1ST PRESS 1982 JRR-804 RUBY/SLASH

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Release Details:

•Artist: Misfits

•Title: Walk Among Us

•Label: Ruby Records / Slash – JRR 804

•Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo

•Country: US

•Released: March 1982

•Matrix / Runout:

•Side A: JRR-804-A

•Side B: JRR-804-B

•Label Design: Red/orange text on brownish marbled background with Ruby Records logo at top center, and Slash logo bottom left.


These promotional editions are particularly sought after by collectors, especially when they include unique features such as a corner-cut sleeve, original inserts, or promotional materials.



Edition Notes:


This copy appears to be an original 1982 first pressing on Ruby/Slash Records, not one of the later represses or bootlegs. Specific indicators:

•Catalog number JRR 804 and matching matrix numbers etched in the runout (no additional letters or numbers indicating repressings).

•Includes original printed inner sleeve with collage of photos on one side and lyrics on the reverse.

•The rounded corner damage and visible aging are consistent with vintage originals, not reissues.


Additional etchings:

•“L-8264” and “L-8264-X” (on both sides): These are Rainbo Records mastering numbers, verifying this was pressed by Rainbo in California.

•“P.B.”: Initials of Phil Brown, a well-known mastering engineer associated with many Slash/Ruby releases.


These markings match the identifiers of a true first U.S. pressing—an important distinction, as later represses have altered matrix data (e.g., added “-RE” or alternative mastering numbers).


Track Listing:


Side A:

1.20 Eyes

2.I Turned Into a Martian

3.All Hell Breaks Loose

4.Vampira

5.Nike A Go Go

6.Hate Breeders

7.Mommy, Can I Go Out and Kill Tonight?


Side B:

1.Night of the Living Dead

2.Skulls

3.Violent World

4.Devil’s Whorehouse

5.Astro Zombies

6.Braineaters



Condition Estimate:


From the photos:

•Vinyl: Appears EX (minimal visible wear, no deep scratches)

•Sleeve: VG (corner damage, edgewear, minor ring wear visible)