Cottonopolis is a limited‑run compilation celebrating Greater Manchester’s overlooked musical gems — bands known and supported by Vinyl Revival since opening in 1997. These artists recorded exceptional tracks that never broke into the mainstream but remain an important part of Manchester’s musical heritage.

The album features obscure and previously unreleased material from Proud Mary, Omerta, The Delaplains, Death To The Strange, Rambo And Leroy, The Broadcast, The Fayre, Rubber Orange, The Children and Asia Fields.
Pressed in a limited run of 300 copies, the LP comes on grey coloured vinyl with a mint‑condition sleeve and inlay. The artwork, courtesy of Oldham Gallery, features a late‑1800s photograph of Oldham’s cotton mills — a fitting tribute to the region’s industrial and cultural roots.

Track Listing

1. Proud Mary – Autograph Hunter
2. The Delaplains – Gypsy Blood
3. Death To The Strange – Closer
4. The Children – Sweet 19
5. Omerta – Synchronise Your Smiles
6. Rubber Orange – Magnetized
7. The Broadcast – The Great Divide
8. Rambo And Leroy – Last One Standing
9. The Fayre – Linda Boom
10. Asia Fields – Ain’t That Just What Love Is

Features

• Limited edition of 300 copies
• Grey coloured vinyl
• Includes inlay
• Compilation of Manchester bands supported by Vinyl Revival since 1997
• Features obscure and previously unreleased tracks
• Artwork sourced from Oldham Gallery (late‑1800s cotton mills photograph)
• Ideal collector’s piece for fans of indie and Manchester heritage

Information
Artist: Various Artists
Title: Cottonopolis – Manchester’s Unknown Treasures: Chimney Smoke
Format: LP Album (Grey Vinyl)
Label: Vinyl Revival
Release Year: 2024
Barcode: 0604565734532
Country: United Kingdom
Genre: Indie Rock / Pop Rock
Speed: 33 RPM
Sleeve: Cardboard
Condition: New & Sealed