First Six Dischord Records

Last year, Dischord Records announced the "mail order only" release of Dischord #200, a box set to commemorate the labels 40th anniversary. The box set features re-issues of the first six releases in their original 7″ vinyl format. The music is remastered, sleeves and lyric sheets are reproduced from the original art, and also includes a 12-page booklet. After numerous delays due to Covid outbreaks, equipment breakdowns, supply chain issues, shipping delays, and being held up at the ports, Dischord #200 is now arriving in peoples mailboxes. 

 

The first six Dischord releases are:

Dischord #1 – The Teen Idles “Minor Disturbance” 8-song EP

Dischord #2 – S.O.A. “No Policy” 10-song EP (Green Vinyl)

Dischord #3 – Minor Threat “Minor Threat” 8-song EP

Dischord #4 – Government Issue “Legless Bull” 10-song EP

Dischord #5 – Minor Threat “In My Eyes” 4-song EP (Red Vinyl)

Dischord #6 – Youth Brigade “Possible” 7-song EP

 

The box set also includes a surprise 7" with 5 never released songs by The Slinkees, the first band of Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson. The band was Mark Sullivan (Vocals), Geordie Grindle (Guitar), Ian MacKaye (Bass), and Jeff Nelson (Drums). The 7” was recorded on cassette tape in the basement of Jeff’s parents’ home in Washington, D.C. on August 21st, 1979. It comes in a collage style sleeve, insert with photos, and a written history of the band.

 “First six” is a fantastic box set with great audio and quality art. It's a great catch for those who scored a copy for $50 from Dischord.