defchino11 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 To be honest I paid about $60+ to have these shipped to US from Finland so it's not necessarily flipping depending where they bought it from and where it's shipping from. ....but it probably is Yeah I checked on this - these are US sellers trying to sell to a US buyer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
achillesstand7 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 Yeah I checked on this - these are US sellers trying to sell to a US buyer But if they bought it from Finland, they paid $60 for each record. Possibly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 This gets brought up a lot, but on this one was a number of complicated factors, most of which were hit upon already - Yes, a small handful of people bought these as mystery records that did not want them. No, they did not buy from Finland to ship to USA, but they may've bought from Finland to other parts of the world. Our USA mystery sales were all direct to USA from our USA base.Yes, we had no clue how these would sell as a mystery release. Yes, we had no clue how Mr. Sharp would react. Yes, there are just flippers in general looking for a profit. Otherwise, people ask continually why we don't press 500 copies of things we press 400 or 300 of. True, it's cheaper per unit but it's not cheaper overall. It costs more money in manufacturing and way more money in storage if we can't sell them. We'd much rather sell everything than sit on 200 copies that we can't sell. Seems like a waste of money and material resources to do that. We don't have a massive warehouse, and we release about 30 albums per year. Must keep things moving. We had a few copies on eBay at the end for a high price - but it mostly accounted for the shipping cost from Finland to USA. But, they were the cheapest ones there and are all sold out. Dark Descent had some in USA too, but also sold out. Levykauppa X in Finland may still have a couple copies. That would be the last 'legit' place to have them: http://www.recordshopx.com/ Ben told us he planned to sell his for a high price - but we don't know if that's definitely the case or not. We still have plenty of CDs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrewest Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 If you ever sell any tests, hit me up Trying for a sweet CK collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
defchino11 Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 This gets brought up a lot, but on this one was a number of complicated factors, most of which were hit upon already - Yes, a small handful of people bought these as mystery records that did not want them. No, they did not buy from Finland to ship to USA, but they may've bought from Finland to other parts of the world. Our USA mystery sales were all direct to USA from our USA base. Yes, we had no clue how these would sell as a mystery release. Yes, we had no clue how Mr. Sharp would react. Yes, there are just flippers in general looking for a profit. Otherwise, people ask continually why we don't press 500 copies of things we press 400 or 300 of. True, it's cheaper per unit but it's not cheaper overall. It costs more money in manufacturing and way more money in storage if we can't sell them. We'd much rather sell everything than sit on 200 copies that we can't sell. Seems like a waste of money and material resources to do that. We don't have a massive warehouse, and we release about 30 albums per year. Must keep things moving. We had a few copies on eBay at the end for a high price - but it mostly accounted for the shipping cost from Finland to USA. But, they were the cheapest ones there and are all sold out. Dark Descent had some in USA too, but also sold out. Levykauppa X in Finland may still have a couple copies. That would be the last 'legit' place to have them: http://www.recordshopx.com/ Ben told us he planned to sell his for a high price - but we don't know if that's definitely the case or not. We still have plenty of CDs! Don't get me wrong - I appreciate the fact that these albums are being pressed by SOMEONE... But when the flippers take over, it is tough for the true fans! Stating the obvious here, but just venting! If any copies come up for sale under $60.00 + shipping, I'd love to grab some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 Totally understood - well the interesting news is that on down the road, we'll consider repressing it. It seems like Ben wouldn't have a need to press it - since he never wanted to in the first place, and now interest is a bit diminished. But - we have the plates and everything - maybe in a year or something we'd consider repressing, but for now we're going to move on! About test pressings - we sell them privately, so hit us up via e-mail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted April 24, 2014 Share Posted April 24, 2014 Totally understood - well the interesting news is that on down the road, we'll consider repressing it. It seems like Ben wouldn't have a need to press it - since he never wanted to in the first place, and now interest is a bit diminished. But - we have the plates and everything - maybe in a year or something we'd consider repressing, but for now we're going to move on! I'm sure a few of us would welcome a repress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Give it some time, and we'll look into it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Folks - these are the last copies in stock anywhere: http://www.recordshopx.com/artist/cloudkicker/discovery/#lp http://www.recordshopx.com/artist/cloudkicker/eps/#2lp There are several people in here looking for copies - go there and support them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaedong Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 It's awesome that they pressed this but I don't see much need for a repress unless it was a really limited die hard edition, I obviously am not qualified but it seems like the supply/demand for Bloodmusic is pretty spot on, like I'm still searching for a copy of Aquilus's Griseus because I didn't think it would sell that fast and I'm sure I'll find one eventually for a solid price but definitely don't see a 'need' for a repress. Like I would give a toe to have a label who puts out consistent quality like Blood Music do a pressing of Gorod's Leading Vision or Monstrosity's Spiritual Apocalypse. (....you guys should really press some Gorod one day...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piky0032 Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 just picked The Discovery Coloured Variant up pretty cheap on ebay.....probably the same price as Cost+shipping to Aus from Finland would have been, pretty happy about that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Once again - there are still a handful of copies available here: http://www.recordshopx.com/search/?f=all&q=cloudkickerIt's a legitimate store, and this funds the whole chain of record production. Better off than buying on eBay. Anyone looking for a copy - go there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrewest Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 What are the odds of a "Signal/Noise" 7" happening? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RESCHAR Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 What are the odds of a "Signal/Noise" 7" happening? THIS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RESCHAR Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Received my copies of The Discovery 'Haze' and the EP's 'Splatter' today!! Quality of the pressings as far as packaging goes seems pretty fantastic! Looking forward to spinning these tomorrow, thanks Blood Music! piky0032 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
defchino11 Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Would gladly pay $24.95 USD for this...hate that I missed out on the US-based sale of these. Cost of one 2xLP from Finland to USA is about $75.00. Sadly, I am almost willing to do this for these records... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Great news, and thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 As far as Signal/Noise - believe it's not on his Bandcamp - so he hasn't set the rights available. Someone would have to confirm that before pressing it. Would others be into the myspace.com/musicistight?Know it's not as popular, but we like it. It would be expensive as hell to pull off - a triple LP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortysix_and_2 Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Would others be into the myspace.com/musicistight? YES. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrewest Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 As far as Signal/Noise - believe it's not on his Bandcamp - so he hasn't set the rights available. Someone would have to confirm that before pressing it. Would others be into the myspace.com/musicistight? Know it's not as popular, but we like it. It would be expensive as hell to pull off - a triple LP! What is wrong with me??? I've never listened to that. I better get on it.I should try & find out about Signal/Noise. Love that song. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
achillesstand7 Posted May 6, 2014 Share Posted May 6, 2014 As far as Signal/Noise - believe it's not on his Bandcamp - so he hasn't set the rights available. Someone would have to confirm that before pressing it. Would others be into the myspace.com/musicistight? Know it's not as popular, but we like it. It would be expensive as hell to pull off - a triple LP! I would love that. I'd buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piky0032 Posted May 6, 2014 Share Posted May 6, 2014 Got my hands on The Discovery Haze Variant....Sounds Awesome.....Needed to crank my Bass a little but other than that its awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffthomas84 Posted May 7, 2014 Share Posted May 7, 2014 These finally arrived, Awesome quality overall. From the packaging to sound piky0032 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodmusic Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Really glad to hear that everyone is satisfied! Tried to tell Mr. Sharp earlier on that these could be restored for vinyl prep, but he didn't believe it. Now he has to. All around success for everybody. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrewest Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Awesome job. Thanks again for bringing these to life! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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