A cult cornerstone of Sheffield’s post‑punk underground, Oceans captures Artery at their most stark, atmospheric and rhythmically hypnotic. Originally emerging in the early 1980s, the mini‑album blends angular guitars, brooding basslines and icy, minimalist tension — a sound that would later influence artists across the UK alternative landscape.

This 2020 reissue brings the release back into circulation on 12" black vinyl, housed in a clean cardboard sleeve and presented sealed in mint condition. With its raw, high‑fidelity edge and unmistakable early‑’80s post‑punk aesthetic, this edition is essential for collectors of obscure alternative rock and cold‑wave‑leaning sounds.

Track Listing

1. Oceans
2. Into The Garden
3. Afterwards
4. The Slide
5. Louise
6. The Ghost Of A Small Affection

(Official mini‑album sequence.)

Features

2020 reissue of the original mini‑album
12" black vinyl
High‑fidelity stereo sound
Mint, sealed import
Classic early‑’80s post‑punk aesthetic
Cardboard sleeve
33 RPM

Information

Artist: Artery
Title: Oceans
Format: Vinyl, LP, Mini‑Album, Reissue
Label: Spittle Records
Country: Europe
Released: 5 March 2021 (2020 reissue campaign)
Genre: Rock
Style: Post‑Punk / Alternative Rock