The Smiths – That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore (12” White Label Test Pressing) A2/B2

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	$		66

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Extremely rare UK 12” white label test pressing of That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore by The Smiths, issued by Rough Trade in 1985. This is an authentic pre-release pressing with plain white labels and no commercial markings, pressed ahead of the retail release for internal use and review. Catalogue number: RTT 186 Label: Rough Trade (UK) Format: 12” Vinyl, White Label Test Pressing Year: 1985 Tracks: A1. That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore B1. Meat Is Murder (Live) B2. What She Said (Live) Run-out/matrix (if visible): [insert exact text here if known – helps verify authenticity] Sleeve: Plain white card sleeve (original generic) ⸻ Condition: • Vinyl: Mint– clean surface with no skips or major marks, plays through beautifully with only light surface noise in quiet sections. • Labels: Songs featured sticker on front cover, top right • Sleeve: Mint - as new ⸻ A highly sought-after collectible for serious Smiths or Morrissey collectors. These test pressings rarely appear for sale, and even more rarely in this condition. A true piece of indie music history. Will be shipped securely in a professional mailer with additional cardboard stiffeners. Any questions – feel free to ask.

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