Description
Christian Death – Only Theater of Pain – Red Vinyl Record
Only Theatre of Pain is the debut studio album by the American gothic rock band Christian Death. Originally released in 1982, the album has become a classic of the genre, known for its dark and intense sound, and its influence on the gothic and deathrock subcultures.
The 2020 reissue on red vinyl offers a high-quality sound experience, with a warm and textured sound that is faithful to the original recording. The vinyl also includes a bonus track, “Cavity (First Communion)”, which was originally released as a B-side to the single “Romeo’s Distress”.
The album features 11 tracks, including “Cavity – First Communion”, “Romeo’s Distress”, and “Figurative Theatre”. The music is characterized by its dark and brooding sound, with elements of punk, rock, and classical music. Williams’ unique vocal style and poetic lyrics add to the album’s haunting and surreal atmosphere.
The red vinyl reissue of Only Theatre of Pain is a must-have for fans of Christian Death, and for collectors of gothic and deathrock music. The album remains a landmark of the genre and a testament to the band’s enduring influence on alternative music.
Frontier Records
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Cavity-First Communion
Figurative Theater
Burnt Offerings
Mysterium Iniquitatis
Dream For Mother
Before Prayer
Stairs – Uncertain Journey
Spiritual Cramp
Romeo’s Distress
Resurrection – Sixth Communion
Prayer
