Found

Question: Can one ever have enough Walter Schreifels related records? Answer: No. Found was supposed to be the second Rival Schools album, but it never materialised that way because the label didn‘t hear a single. Well, that pretty much should tell you everything about major labels. Some of them songs were leaked or had been played live, but they weren‘t available on vinyl. That was until 2013, so only about 10 years after the songs were written. Fast forward another 12 years and I finally listened to these songs as well. 

In addition to Rival Schools original songs you also get a nice Buzzcocks cover to end the album. I really like the printed inner sleeve with the United By Fate artwork. That‘s a nice touch. 

3rd Press (2024 Repress) on Half Olive / Half Cream on Run For Cover /700

Fan Boy

Towards the end of last year I saw Quicksand for the first time and thus crossed off one of my main wants on my bucket list of bands/artists I want to see. They opened with Omission and for the next 45 minutes or so I was completely captivated by the band, and in particular Walter Schreifels. He’s just such a talented musician and you could clearly tell he was having a great time. Dude couldn’t write a bad song if he wanted to. 

After the show I made the resolution to buy any Walter related material I didn’t have already. I’ve had United By Fate for quite a white and it is a a great record. I don’t know what kept me from buying the second Rival Schools LP for so long, but here we finally are. Not quite as good as United By Fate, but Petals is another excellent album. The artwork fits the name of the album really nicely and the vinyl color is chosen really well. I’m very glad I was able to add this to the collection. 

2024 Repress on Clear Pink Swirl on Run For Cover /1000

Rival Schools

Another Walter Schreifels band that is really, really good. Dude can't write bad music apparently. This is the latest reissue of Rival Schools debut LP United By Fate, which came out on Music On Vinyl just this year  The record comes on pretty sweet 180g swirly green vinyl, which sadly doesn't really show in the picture. Looks pretty good when you hold it up against the light. Also included is an 8-page booklet.