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The Ex - Dignity of Labour

Dignity of Labour Vinyl

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UPC: 857661008834

In 1981, The Ex started squatting Villa Zuid, an estate overlooking abandoned Van Gelder paper factory in the village of Wormer, Netherlands. Formerly the home of the factory's manager, the Villa briefly served as the band's base of operations and would inspire one of The Ex's most impactful, enduring albums in their 40+ year history. Originally released in 1983, Dignity Of Labour is "our idea of improvised industrial punk noise," states Ex-frontman G.W. Sok, which not only offers a perfect summation of these idiosyncratic sounds, but also of the group's music in the decades to come. During it's heyday, Van Gelder employed over 1,000 workers. By 1981, it had gone bankrupt, following the takeover and divestment of a multinational corporation. Having saved the Villa from demolition through squatting, The Ex pored over newspaper articles, interviews and business records to tell the story of the factory and the people whose labor brought it to life-an unparalleled example of DIY archival action. With new drummer Sabien Witteman bringing polyrhythmic accents and a supporting crew of agitators (credits include piledriver, bus engine, printing press, etc.), The Ex recorded eight tracks in-studio and then played them back in the ruins of the factory while recording the playback-giving Dignity Of Labour a haunting sense of space that is at once cavernous and decaying. This first-time vinyl reissue (configured as single LP) comes with 24-inch x 18-inch poster and 24-page booklet.

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The Ex - Dignity of Labour
The Ex - Dignity of Labour
$25.98
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The Ex - Dignity of Labour

Dignity of Labour Vinyl

$25.98

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In 1981, The Ex started squatting Villa Zuid, an estate overlooking abandoned Van Gelder paper factory in the village of Wormer, Netherlands. Formerly the home of the factory's manager, the Villa briefly served as the band's base of operations and would inspire one of The Ex's most impactful, enduring albums in their 40+ year history. Originally released in 1983, Dignity Of Labour is "our idea of improvised industrial punk noise," states Ex-frontman G.W. Sok, which not only offers a perfect summation of these idiosyncratic sounds, but also of the group's music in the decades to come. During it's heyday, Van Gelder employed over 1,000 workers. By 1981, it had gone bankrupt, following the takeover and divestment of a multinational corporation. Having saved the Villa from demolition through squatting, The Ex pored over newspaper articles, interviews and business records to tell the story of the factory and the people whose labor brought it to life-an unparalleled example of DIY archival action. With new drummer Sabien Witteman bringing polyrhythmic accents and a supporting crew of agitators (credits include piledriver, bus engine, printing press, etc.), The Ex recorded eight tracks in-studio and then played them back in the ruins of the factory while recording the playback-giving Dignity Of Labour a haunting sense of space that is at once cavernous and decaying. This first-time vinyl reissue (configured as single LP) comes with 24-inch x 18-inch poster and 24-page booklet.

UPC: 857661008834

TRACKLIST

Frequently Asked Questions

In the US, 97% of orders are delivered within 2-5 business days, although it can take longer.

International delivery normally takes around 2 weeks, although it can take up to 21 business days depending on location and domestic carriers.

When you place an order, you receive a confirmation email with the tracking information to make sure you know where your package is at all times.

In very rare instances you may receive the wrong record, please don’t stress! Send an email to support@vinyl.com with a photo of the record and we will be in contact with the next steps.

If the products in your order are damaged, contact us immediately at support@vinyl.com.

Please include all the information regarding the problem, and photos of the damage, and we will be in contact with the next steps.

On the very small chance you’re not satisfied with your purchase i.e. you receive damaged, defective, or incorrect item(s) from Vinyl.com, you may return the product(s) within 30 days of delivery. When we receive the item(s) and verify the return of product(s), we will send you a replacement(s) or issue a full refund for the item

Shipping Protection is our commitment to ensuring your package arrives safely at its destination.

If your shipment encounters any issuesβ€”such as being lost, damaged, or stolenβ€”we will take prompt action to resolve the problem.

By opting for Shipping Protection, you gain peace of mind knowing you're protected against unforeseen shipping complications.

Note that Shipping Protection is non-refundable.

The Ex - Dignity of Labour
The Ex - Dignity of Labour
$25.98