{"product_id":"y69-better-off-dead-cd-2003-independent-self-released","title":"Y69 – Better Off Dead (CD, 2003, Independent Self-Released)","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eWhy This CD Matters\u003cbr\u003eBetter Off Dead captures the raw energy of Vermont’s early-2000s DIY punk scene with lo-fi production, fast guitars, and basement-show intensity. Small independent releases like this were often sold locally in extremely limited quantities and rarely received wider distribution. It stands as a genuine regional artifact from the era of burned CDs, handmade inserts, and grassroots skate-punk culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCollector Note\u003cbr\u003eOriginal 2003 US self-released pressing from a Vermont-area DIY punk band. Independent local punk CDs from this period were typically produced in very small quantities and are difficult to replace once sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eAvailability\u003cbr\u003eSingle copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Details\u003cbr\u003eCD: M unopened new copy\u003cbr\u003eCase: NM with minimal shelf wear\u003cbr\u003eBooklet: NM with clean inserts and original artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003cbr\u003eFormat: CD, Album\u003cbr\u003eLabel: Independent \/ Self-Released\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eReleased: 2003\u003cbr\u003eGenre: Punk\u003cbr\u003eStyle: DIY Skate Punk, Lo-Fi Punk Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMatrix \/ Runout\u003cbr\u003eNot specified\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTracklist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTimes of Change\u003cbr\u003eWalk a Lot\u003cbr\u003eA Rainy Night\u003cbr\u003eJeepers a Car\u003cbr\u003eMicrowave\u003cbr\u003eMental Institution\u003cbr\u003eLost Infomercials\u003cbr\u003eAll Night Long\u003cbr\u003eLemonade\u003cbr\u003eLost Boy\u003cbr\u003eCan’t Tell Me Twice\u003cbr\u003eAloha\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr\u003eCleaned with alcohol swabs\u003cbr\u003eShipped in protective CD bags\u003cbr\u003eCracked cases replaced before shipping\u003cbr\u003ePacked securely for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eAbout Maple City Music\u003cbr\u003eMaple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described..\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple City Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310882308273,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/6358\/6225\/files\/unnamed_2894_29_f7a86a63-cae5-49e1-81ee-ede9921f05b7.webp?v=1779555003","url":"https:\/\/maplecitymusic.com\/products\/y69-better-off-dead-cd-2003-independent-self-released","provider":"Maple City Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}