David Bowie – "Heroes" (LP, Album, Reissue, Indianapolis Pressing, 1980, RCA Victor AYL1-3857)

Why This Record Matters
"Heroes" is widely regarded as one of David Bowie's most influential albums, blending art rock, experimental music, and ambient textures into a groundbreaking release. Recorded during Bowie's celebrated Berlin period with collaborators Brian Eno and Tony Visconti, the album features the iconic title track alongside atmospheric compositions such as "Sense Of Doubt," "Moss Garden," and "Neuköln." It remains a cornerstone of late-1970s art rock and one of Bowie's most critically acclaimed works.

Collector Note
1980 US Indianapolis reissue pressing on RCA Victor, catalog number AYL1-3857. The runout inscriptions confirm an Indianapolis-manufactured pressing utilizing recut reissue stampers while retaining references to earlier matrix numbers. Affordable early RCA reissues remain popular among collectors seeking analog-era Bowie pressings.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean surfaces, strong gloss, and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf and edge wear

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Indianapolis Pressing
Label: RCA Victor – AYL1-3857
Country: US
Released: 1980
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: Pop Rock, Experimental, Prog Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: A10 AYL1 3857A AFL1-2522B-30 (struck through)
Side B: A1T AFL1-2522B-30 (struck through) AYL1 3857B B1T STERLING

Tracklist
Side A
Beauty And The Beast 3:32
Joe The Lion 3:05
Heroes 6:07
Sons Of The Silent Age 3:15
Blackout 3:50

Side B
V-2 Schneider 3:10
Sense Of Doubt 3:57
Moss Garden 5:03
Neuköln 4:34
The Secret Life Of Arabia 3:46

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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