{"product_id":"pitchfork-lost-needles-clutch","title":"Pitchfork \u0026 Lost Needles, Clutch","description":"\u003cp\u003ePicture Disc - Record Store Day - Limited Edition- 1500 copies only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Clutch \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003ePitchfork \u0026amp; Lost Needles\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Compilation Album (Vinyl Release) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e July 12, 2005 (CD) \/ September 4, 2008 (First Vinyl) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"169\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Megaforce Records (Original) \/ Weathermaker Music (Reissue) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"236\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Stoner Rock \/ Hardcore Punk \/ Blues Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003ePitchfork \u0026amp; Lost Needles\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential archival release that bridges the gap between Clutch's raw, punk-indebted beginnings and their later status as stoner rock icons. The compilation primarily gathers their out-of-print early work, specifically the entire four-track \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"295\"\u003ePitchfork\u003c\/i\u003e 7\" (1991) and tracks from the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"335\"\u003ePassive Restraints\u003c\/i\u003e EP (1992). It also includes rare demos from the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"402\"\u003eTransnational Speedway League\u003c\/i\u003e era and unreleased session outtakes from the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"477\"\u003eRobot Hive\/Exodus\u003c\/i\u003e sessions (recorded circa 2005). The album serves as a sonic timeline, showing the band’s evolution from \"viscous hardcore\" to the groove-heavy \"Pure Rock Fury\" sound they are known for today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a gritty, loud, and varied collection that highlights the band's versatility over 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Pitchfork\" Tracks:\u003c\/b\u003e Songs like \"Wicker\" and \"Arcadia\" feature a much faster, more aggressive vocal style from Neil Fallon, reminiscent of early 90s post-hardcore and Fugazi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Demos:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes \"Passive Restraints\" and \"Milk of Human Kindness\" demos. Many fans prefer these versions for their raw, unpolished energy compared to the studio versions on \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"177\"\u003eTransnational Speedway League\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Robot Hive\" Sessions:\u003c\/b\u003e Tracks like \"What Would a Wookie Do?\" and \"Bottoms Up, Socrates\" showcase the band's mastery of the bluesy, Hammond organ-driven groove (featuring Mick Schauer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePersonnel:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the unchanging core of Neil Fallon, Tim Sult, Dan Maines, and Jean-Paul Gaster, with Scott Crawford and Mark Stanley contributing additional guitars on the earliest tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinyl Pressing \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e Vinyl copies of this compilation were scarce for years, leading to high secondary market prices before the 2017 and 2025 reissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 2008 First Press (Megaforce):\u003c\/b\u003e Released as a \"Black and Red\" split vinyl (Catalog: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eMEGA2003V\u003c\/b\u003e). This is the \"holy grail\" for many collectors, limited and often found with \"Vinyl Record Guru\" etchings in the runout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 2017 RSD Picture Disc:\u003c\/b\u003e Released for Record Store Day Black Friday on the band’s own \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"88\"\u003eWeathermaker Music\u003c\/b\u003e label (Catalog: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"123\"\u003eWM 061\u003c\/b\u003e). It was limited to 1,500 copies and was the third in a series of three special picture disc releases that year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 2025 Reissue:\u003c\/b\u003e A recent 2025 \"Limited Edition\" picture disc reissue (August 2025) has hit the market to satisfy high demand, often identified by the same \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"157\"\u003eWM 061\u003c\/b\u003e catalog number but with updated 2025 manufacturing dates on the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Original 2008 jackets are known for being somewhat thin; finding a \"Mint\" copy without corner dings is a challenge. For the picture discs, ensure they are stored in poly-lined sleeves, as the original PVC sleeves can cause \"outgassing\" (a cloudy film) on the vinyl surface over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Clutch, Pitchfork \u0026amp; Lost Needles, 2005 Compilation, Stoner Rock, Hardcore Punk, Vinyl Picture Disc, Weathermaker Music, Megaforce Records, Neil Fallon, Rare Demos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e Stoner Rock Essentials, Hardcore Roots, Rarities \u0026amp; B-Sides, Clutch Discography, Record Store Day Exclusives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e The Bakerton Group, Monster Magnet, Fu Manchu, Kyuss, Corrosion of Conformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Clutch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51357163585853,"sku":"5579","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/dksysb.jpg?v=1770358024","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/pitchfork-lost-needles-clutch","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}