Released September 1, 2000
(CR RS 006)
CD:
1. Brand New Toy
2. Dead Girl
3. Tammy Machine
4. True Love
5. Madonna... Cher...
6. Queen Bee
7. Black Tambourine
8. Feel Like Makin’ Love
9. I Like Girlz
10. Girl, You’re Just A Slave To Your Man
11. Hey Hey Michael You’re Really Fantastic
12. Je Suis Maisee
13. n.a.u.s.e.a.
Facts:
- Originally issues as an “Internet Only and Mail Order” release that was only available through the Official Rachel Stamp Website and wasn’t issued to stores as a single CD until late September 2002.
- Only released on CD
- Originally intended to be a live recording of just one gig on the “Hymns For Strange Children Tour” 2000, but due to the fans demand for more rare material, the band recorded lots more gigs for the album.
- The live album also features an original take on Bad Company’s “Feel Like Makin’ Love”
- Mixed by Max Bisgrove (whose previous credits include David Bowie & Iggy Pop)
In Print Status: Long out of print.
This album was only originally released through Mail Order and was quite hard to obtain, as it was Limited Edition. It was surprisingly re-released though at the end of September, two years after its original release without much more than a whisper on various fan sites (including this one) and was probably only re-released to end the contract with Cruisin’ Records as it would be the last release through that label. But aside from that, it’s quite easy to obtain nowadays and can be found on many Internet shopping sites and in local record shops!
Hymns For Strange Children/Stampax
Released October 16, 2000
(CR RS 003L)
CD1: Hymns For Strange Children (Re-Vamped)
1. Monsters Of The New Wave
2. Brand New Toy
3. I Got The Worm
4. I Wanna Be Your Doll
5. Ladies + Gents
6. Spank (Katherine Blake Mix)
7. Didn’t I Break My Heart Over You
8. Take A Hold Of Yourself
9. Pink Skab
10. Dirty Bone
11. My Sweet Rose (New Version)
CD2: Stampax
1. Brand New Toy
2. Dead Girl
3. Tammy Machine
4. True Love
5. Madonna... Cher...
6. Queen Bee
7. Black Tambourine
8. Feel Like Makin’ Love
9. I Like Girlz
10. Girl, You’re Just A Slave To Your Man
11. Hey Hey Michael You’re Really Fantastic
12. Je Suis Maisee
13. n.a.u.s.e.a.
Facts:
- 2 CD Set featuring a newly re-mastered version of “Hymns For Strange Children” (with much better sound quality and better editing of the tracks and bits like that) with revamped artwork! As a bonus, you also get a “free live album” – “Stampax” in the mix too!
- Numbered Limited Edition Double CD set of 1500 copies
- The last release through Cruisin’ Records and for a long time, the only way to get a copy of “Stampax” if you were one of the unfortunate few without Internet access.
- Released to co-inside with the “Horror Of Rachel Stamp” show on the 28th of October at the London Astoria
In Print Status: Long out of print.
Since it was a strictly limited edition release with only 1500 copies made, this double cd set is rare! Not only does it feature the best version of “Hymns For Strange Children” with much better artwork, but it also features “Stampax” too! But since it’s so rare, you have more chance of witnessing the resurrection of Jesus Christ than you do of finding it in your local HMV...
Black Cherry
Released 22 April 2002
(CD SML 001/CD SML 001X)
CD 1:
1. Black Cherry (Radio Edit)
2. Superstars Of Heartache (Album Version)
3. Executioner’s Nightmare Song
CD 2:
1. Black Cherry (Album Version)
2. Jet Black Supersonic
3. Spank… Live! At the London Astoria (CD ROM Video)
7" Vinyl:
1. Black Cherry (Album Version)
2. 2501 Astral Drive
Facts:
- First release through Stirling Records and the first to be spread across 2CDs and a Limited Edition Cherry coloured 7” vinyl of 1000 copies!
- Charted at Number 78 on the UK Singles Chart!
- Each format features exclusive B-sides, unavailable anywhere else!
- A Promo single was issued that came with a small biography about the band
- A Promo video was also issued and received lots of airplay on MTV2 and Kerrang! TV
- Promotional Postcards were also issued to promote the release...
In Print Status: Out of print.
All three singles are still quite easy to obtain but are no longer in print so grab ‘em while you still can as each one features fantastic b-sides!
Oceans Of Venus
Released May 13, 2002
(CD SML 500)
CD:
1. Starbirth in the Triffid Nebula
2. Les Oceans De Venus
3. Black Cherry
4. Witches Of Angelholm
5. Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad, Do Me In Twice And I’ll Know Better (original mix)
6. Superstars Of Heartache
7. The Agony Of St. Teresa
8. Permanent Damage
9. Twisted
10. Crucified
11. The Loveless
12. Victory
Facts:
- Produced by Rodger Tebbutt and Rachel Stamp
- Cover photo by Paul Harries. Retouching by Joe at Genesis
- Features the single – “Black Cherry” and original mix of “Do Me In…”
- Also features a new version of “Superstars Of Heartache”
- Despite the album being delayed, the album has reportedly sold more than “Hymns For Strange Children” with little to no press coverage
- The album was also issued in Germany to masses of critical acclaim on the 13th of March 2003. This version of the album was distributed by Sony Music.
In Print Status: Out of print.
This album has only recently gone out of print. Since the album was the original release of “Oceans Of Venus” it is quite collectable, and it features the original mix of “Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad…” too! If you are still hunting for a copy of the original UK release, try amazon.co.uk, gemm.com and opalmusic.com
Do Me In Once.../Home Made Sex Change
Originally planned to be released in October, 2002
Remains unreleased to this day
CD:
1. Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad, Do Me In Twice And I’ll Know Better (new version)
2. Home Made Sex Change (XXX version)
3. Roll Up, Roll Up, Come See The Death Of A Band
CDR Acetate:
(no catalogue number)
1. Do Me In... (radio edit)
Facts:
- This was to be the band’s first double A-Side single
- The record company decided not to release it though, so it remains under lock and key...
- The single featured the Radio Edit of “Do Me In…” found on the CDR above and live favourite – “Home Made Sex Change”, which later appeared on the Official Rachel Stamp site for fans to download. The instrumental track - “Roll Up, Roll Up, Come See the Death Of A Band” though, remains unreleased.
- A promo video (featuring Robin Guy) was also made for “Do Me In...” but that too remains unreleased...
- The CDR was also quickly withdrawn from radio stations before the single's planned release date.
- Thanx and Spanks to Will Crewdson for sending in the single's cover and info!
Oceans Of Venus (Limited Expanded Edition)
Released March 18th 2003
(CRO301)
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CD:
1. Starbirth in the Triffid Nebula
2. Les Oceans De Venus
3. Black Cherry
4. Witches Of Angelholm
5. Heroine
6. Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad, Do Me In Twice And I’ll Know Better (New Album Mix)
7. Superstars Of Heartache
8. The Agony Of St. Teresa
9. My Sweet Rose (New Version)
10. Permanent Damage
11. Twisted
12. Crucified
13. The Loveless
14. Victory
15. Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad, Do Me In Twice And I’ll Know Better (Radio Edit)
16. Black Cherry (Radio Edit)
Facts:
- First release Stateside through Captiva Records
- This version of “Oceans Of Venus” was specially expanded and given new artwork to coincide with the band’s mini USA tour at the beginning of 2003.
- This version of the album only had a strictly limited pressing and was only available through CDBABY.com and at gigs.
- This version of the album also features a brand new album mix of “Do Me In Once…” and the rare Radio Edit version, previously only obtainable on the scarce CDR Acetate.
- The album was released to wide critical acclaim and even got the thumbs up from highly praised producer, Bob Ezrin (who has worked with KISS, Alice Cooper, Pink Floyd and Jane’s Addiction among others…)
In Print Status: Out of print.
This version of the album has now become really rare. It has never been released in the UK which instantly made it a collectable for UK fans and the fact that it features a new mix of “Do Me In…” had many fans salivating like a fat slag at a free pie bake off. If you are still hunting for a copy, shake your booty on over to www.cdbaby.com as they still have a very limited number of copies left!
Oceans Of Venus (US Version)
Released October 21, 2003
(UIN 1079)
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CD:
1. Starbirth in the Triffid Nebula
2. Les Oceans De Venus
3. Black Cherry
4. Witches Of Angelholm
5. Do Me In Once And I’ll Be Sad, Do Me In Twice And I’ll Know Better (New Album Mix)
6. Superstars Of Heartache
7. The Agony Of St. Teresa
8. Permanent Damage
9. Twisted
10. Crucified
11. The Loveless
12. Victory
Facts:
- Due to the limited pressing of the earlier stateside release of “Oceans Of Venus”, this new version was released through Underground Inc./Captiva and distributed across America by Caroline Records.
- Originally planned to be a 12-track version of the earlier US release but due to another artist using similar artwork, Vania Zouravilov and David Ryder-Prangley drew up this brand new artwork from scratch.
- This new version of the album was released to co-inside with the band’s inclusion on the United II Tour across America.
- The tracks that had previously been added to “Oceans Of Venus” had been removed as “it was not the album we had made, and although "My Sweet Rose" and "Heroine" are fabulous songs (which is why they were added), the album is only proper without.” – David Ryder-Prangley, 2003
- This release is also exclusive to the USA, although many have been imported to the UK.
In Print Status: In Print!
Another USA only release! If you missed the previous release of “Oceans Of Venus” in either the UK or the USA, hunt down this one now! It features the new album mix of “Do Me In…”, stunning artwork and it’ll probably start disappearing soon like all Rachel Stamp releases do! Also, it’s fantastic so what are you waiting for???
Sweet Shop
Released May 3rd, 2004
(RS SS 001)
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CD:
1. Hey Hey Michael You’re Really Fantastic (Long Version)
2. Madonna... Cher...
3. Stealing Clothes From Shelley Barrett
4. Dead Girl
5. Je Suis Maisee
6. I Like Girlz
7. Pop Singer (alternate mix)
8. True Love
9. Queen Bee (alternate mix)
10. Heroine
11. Don’t Get Married
12. Didn’t I Break My Heart Over You
13. Metallic Peach
14. Baby Baby
15. My Sweet Rose (Demo Version)
16. Sluts And Sharks (DRP Vocal Version)
17. Science Fiction
18. n.a.u.s.e.a.
Facts:
- Strictly limited edition CD compilation of the band’s early kicks and kisses with WEA.
- Features the previously unreleased WEA album in its entirety along with previously unreleased demos for “Metallic Peach”, “Baby Baby”, “My Sweet Rose” and “Sluts And Sharks”.
- ONLY available through the Official Rachel Stamp Store and at gigs.
In Print Status: In Print!
The band are still accepting orders thru the official store so my guess is its still in print although quantities will be quite low due to the album being a private pressing and not issued thru a record label. Get it while its hot!
Honey / Queen Of The Universe
Released October 31st, 2004
(STAMPCD012)
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CD:
1. Honey
2. Queen Of The Universe
CD ROM: Honey (alternate cut video)
Facts:
- Limited Edition double A-side single released through the recently revived label - Bitch Vinyl!
- Features two new tracks from the forthcoming new album - "Ravenous" including live favourite "Queen Of The Universe".
- The video was directed by critically accliamed director, Craig Griffith.
- Early presses of the single didn't include the video due to a rather large fuck up at the pressing plant.
- Only available through the Official Rachel Stamp Shop and at live gigs, but you can download the single with exclusive track, "Creeps", through KarmaDownload.com!
In Print Status: In Print!
The band are still accepting orders thru the official store so my guess is its still in print although quantities will be quite limited! To avoid dissapointment, buy it now!
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