Passages: The Skill Set — An Instant Magazine Compilation (CD, Compilation, 1997, Reverse Curve Records)

Why This CD Matters
Passages: The Skill Set captures a broad cross-section of late-1990s underground music culture through twenty tracks spanning alternative rock, punk, garage rock, and experimental sounds. Compiled in association with Instant Magazine, the release reflects the influential role of independent publications and small labels in music discovery before the digital era. It serves as a snapshot of a vibrant regional and national indie scene.

Collector Note
1997 US compilation released by Reverse Curve Records. This zine-affiliated sampler features a diverse roster of independent artists and remains an interesting artifact of late-1990s DIY music culture.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: M factory new and unplayed
Case: NM clean case with minimal shelf wear
Booklet: NM clean and fully intact

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation
Label: Reverse Curve Records
Country: USA
Released: 1997
Genre: Alternative Rock / Indie Rock / Punk / Garage / Experimental
Style: College-Rock Compilation, Late-90s Indie Sampler, Zine Culture Release

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Amazing Royal Crowns – Do The Devil
Cake Like – Pretty New
Tommy’s Darkling Thrush – Worthless Currency
Shiva Speedway – Devil Dog
Evelyn Forever – Crush
Cheerleader – Astronauts
7th Rail Crew – Monster Zero
Standing On Earth – 15 Minutes
Ramona Silver – Woman
Bitter Little Dutchboy – Cameron Diaz
Chin Ho! – So David Kamm Said
Canine – There For The Taking
Feverdream – Wide Awake
Swamp Boogie Queen – Help Is On The Way
Huck – Wey-Ah-Hey
The Deliriants – Misdirection
Seventeen – Fingerbang
Flexie – Galaxy Park
The Freshmakers – King Liquor
The Call – Love Is Everywhere (Remix)

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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