aopps42 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 7 minutes ago, ethereal said: I cannot believe this was $38 shipped and isn't even a gatefold... hate to be that guy, but this release was a total rip off in terms of pricing vs. what you actually get. also pretty surprising seeing as their single LP albums are like $13-16 Their shipping prices are a little steep for sure, but the black version was significantly cheaper than the various colored variants. I just checked before putting my foot in my mouth, and there have already been 3 of the orc-skeinned variants that sold on ebay for $100. I agree that the price point does seem a bit high, but that seems to be the case with a lot of labels/bands of late. Maybe I'm more willing to forgive it because I'm a slappy for the band/label. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moglog Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 In other exciting news while I wait for this to arrive, it looks like a bunch of their stuff has returned to Spotify. "I Come from the Mountain" is going back on the running mix! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew_VB Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 7 hours ago, ethereal said: I cannot believe this was $38 shipped and isn't even a gatefold... hate to be that guy, but this release was a total rip off in terms of pricing vs. what you actually get. also pretty surprising seeing as their single LP albums are like $13-16 im surprised. the oh sees releases are normally sort of pricy, but the presentation and packaging is always so solid. can't believe they didn't make this a gatefold given they usually do a great job with that sort of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 I got my bone pressing from rough trade today. Sound great. Ty produced some of the album (it doesn't say what). Yeah, these are more expensive than a lot of pressings, but I don't blame them given flippers. CF deserves the cash. That at being said, the sleeve is tight for 2 records. Weird they didn't do a gatefold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noname Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Put me in the "cheap as shit sleeve for double what it should have cost" column. feels like a total rip off to be honest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warhenrecords Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 The price tag is what prevented me from ordering. Too bad the packaging is kind of bunk too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ethereal Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 20 hours ago, timsimmons said: Yeah, these are more expensive than a lot of pressings, but I don't blame them given flippers. CF deserves the cash. so it's okay to blatantly gouge your releases because people sell them (just like any somewhat popular release)? where was I when the OCS were given this pass? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 (edited) Do small bands/small labels not deserve the money? But ultimately the market will determine whether its fair or not. If $35 is too much, then they wont sell. If they sell out then its fine. Edited August 24, 2017 by timsimmons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ethereal Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Just now, timsimmons said: Do small bands/small labels not deserve the money? of course they do but this isn't the way to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 (edited) I think labels and acts gotta do what they need to do to get by. And if they can get a cut of the secondary market, more power to them. Ultimately it sucks for the the fan where $35 is a stretch, they get hurt one way or the other. But again, the market will correct if CF is biting off too much. But if this isn't the way to do it, I don't know of a better way. The black LP is $24 at Amazon. I don't think thats too unreasonable for a 2LP album. I mean, they are really only going after the nerds who collect this shit. They are the only ones who are getting priced out. But they also seem to have the disposable income to buy this stuff. Edited August 24, 2017 by timsimmons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noname Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 18 minutes ago, timsimmons said: I think labels and acts gotta do what they need to do to get by. And if they can get a cut of the secondary market, more power to them. Ultimately it sucks for the the fan where $35 is a stretch, they get hurt one way or the other. But again, the market will correct if CF is biting off too much. But if this isn't the way to do it, I don't know of a better way. The black LP is $24 at Amazon. I don't think thats too unreasonable for a 2LP album. I mean, they are really only going after the nerds who collect this shit. They are the only ones who are getting priced out. But they also seem to have the disposable income to buy this stuff. The answer is it should have been a gatefold like all double LPs deserve, especially if you're charging $30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Then it was my misunderstanding. I thought the question was about $35 for a record not about not using a double gatefold. I mean, I did say it was weird it wasn't gatefold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 the records work in the sleeve. its just a bit tight. They did use thicker printed inners with rounded corners to look like a projector slide. Thats not a justification, they just went bigger on inners than what they normally do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeromium Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Fuck yes, mine came in today although tracking was telling me it wouldn't arrive till Monday. Yes, the sleeve is tight for 2 LPs - even with one of the inner sleeves empty as LP 1 is on the platter, it's tight. But the paper quality and inner sleeves are nice. I don't see that this is worth throwing a fit over. I'll just store the inner sleeves/records in the bag as it was shipped. I do want to say that when I pulled the LPs out of the inner sleeves it felt/sounded like sandpaper. I may store them in different sleeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 (edited) Its those pirates pressings. There is always crap in them. Good idea on swapping the inners out for thinner inners (thin-ners?) and just keeping them in the bag. Edited August 24, 2017 by timsimmons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCo914 Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 this may be my 2nd favorite oh sees LP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 The red splatter on gold looks pretty cool in person. I'm loving this album. for me, its in the top half of their catalog. I know its not the boldest endorsement, but I think it could be a top 5 record of theirs if it sticks with me as the year goes on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Steele Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Definitely a very good album, and, as far as I can see now, it will probably be one of my favorite of theirs. Still waiting for my LP to arrive though, ordered the indie version (was afraid I was gonna miss the CF editions, which is exactly what happened), which is on its way. Hopefully it will be here soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youspinmeround Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 My Amazon copy shipped Friday and won't be here till wed with 2 day prime? Haven't listened to anything from album but this band from floating coffin on is in top form Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazHilarant Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Well, this is certainly different... http://www.stereogum.com/1959758/oh-sees-change-name-again-announce-another-new-album/music/ Darnoc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Dude is crazy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lethalenforcer Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 I'll wait for CF but the standard is up at midheaven https://midheaven.com/item/memory-of-a-cut-off-head-by-ocs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swazzyswess Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 22 hours ago, timsimmons said: The red splatter on gold looks pretty cool in person. Yeah, it looks great. I'm kinda disappointed it wasn't a gatefold release, but I like the texture of the cover, and the inner sleeves are thick and nice looking. And a new one coming already.... and co-written with Brigid no less?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsimmons Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 I will say the OCS stuff is some of my lest favorite material in their catalog. But the new track is pretty promising so I'm looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtrCtyWx Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 (edited) My order had a label created but hasn't budged since (that was on 8/19). I ordered the King Gizzard and Kelly Stoltz records as well as Orc. Anyone else waiting on shipping? Edited August 29, 2017 by MtrCtyWx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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