The Cult are an English rock band formed in Bradford in 1983 by vocalist Ian Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy. The band evolved from gothic rock beginnings to become a major hard rock act. Their early albums like 'Dreamtime' featured post-punk and gothic influences, but by 'Electric' (1987) they had embraced heavy rock and metal, working with producer Rick Rubin. The Cult's hits included 'She Sells Sanctuary,' 'Love Removal Machine,' 'Fire Woman,' and 'Edie (Ciao Baby).' Their music combined mystical, spiritual themes with powerful guitar riffs and Astbury's distinctive vocals. The Cult successfully bridged alternative rock and hard rock, appealing to both audiences. Despite lineup changes (Astbury and Duffy being the constants), The Cult have continued recording and touring. They influenced numerous alternative and hard rock bands, demonstrating that gothic sensibilities could translate into arena rock success.
Cult vinyl records
118 Cult new and used vinyl albums and singles UK sellers
THE CULT Born Into This (2018 UK limited edition 10-track LP pressed on Audiophile 180gm PINK vinyl the FIRST EVER vinyl issue of their 2007 eighth studio album. Silver foil numbered picture sleeve featuring alternate artwork with a four page insert and resealable outer with gold hype-sticker. The sleeve is Excellent and shows a few minor creases
£99.99 used
AMERICAN CULTURE / BOYRACER American Culture / Boyracer (2014 US limited edition 4-track 7 single pressed on Grey Marbled Vinyl featuring two tracks from both acts. The vinyl appears in barely played condition in an Emotional Response die-cut card sleeve with polythene outer bag and printed insert with download code sticker ER-11) Track Listing: A1
£12.00 used
LISA LISA & CULT JAM Lost In Emotion (1987 Japanese promo sample vinyl 7 for the single release also including Motion Is Lost unique picture insert with lyrics for the title track on the reverse. The insert displays minimal wear and the vinyllooks barely played 07SP1052)
£12.00 used
CULTURE CLUB Kissing To Be Clever (1982 German 9-track vinyl LP the debut from Boy George & Co. including the massive hit Do You Really Want To Hurt Me complete with illustrated lyric inner picture sleeve. The sleeve shows just a little light shelfwear and the inner shows the start of a little seam splitting
£14.00 used
EAST INDIA YOUTH Culture Of Volume (2015 UK 10-track audiophile double LP pressed on 180gm Vinyl complete with download card gatefold picture sleeve. This was one of the first 100 copies and is AUTOGRAPHED by William on the front in black marker pen XLLP674) Track Listing: The Juddering End Result Beaming White Turn Away Hearts That Never Entirety Carousel Dont Look Backwards Manner Of Words Montage Resolution
£34.00 used
GEORGES DELERUE / HALIM EL DABE / VARIOUS Here History Began (1961 Egyptian four part Stereo double LP issued to commemorate the Son Et Lumiere project at the Pyramids & Sphinx featuring Pharonic texts and narrative set to music by French Film Composer Georges Delarue with contributions from Halim el Dabe internal pocket gatefold picture sleeve
£28.00 used
SMILEY CULTURE Police Officer (1984 UK yellow/black solid centre 7 vinyl single also including Participation Two by The Reprobates plain die-cut paper sleeve FAD7012) Track Listing: 1. Smiley Culture - Police Officer 2. The Reprobates - Participation Two
£9.00 used
SMILEY CULTURE Cockney Translation (1984 UK vinyl 12 single featuring a record which was so jam packed with patois and slang that it is literally bursting at the seams. Includes the Extended Dub Mix of both the lead track and Slam Bam picture sleeve POSPX704) Track Listing: 1. Cockney Translation (Extended Dub Mix) 2
£12.00 used