Judas Priest – Defenders Of The Faith (LP, Album, Pitman Pressing, 1984, Columbia FC 39219)

Why This Record Matters
Defenders Of The Faith captures Judas Priest at the height of their classic heavy metal era following the success of Screaming For Vengeance. The album features fan favorites including "Freewheel Burning," "The Sentinel," "Jawbreaker," and "Some Heads Are Gonna Roll." Its combination of speed, melody, and twin-guitar attack has made it a cornerstone of the band's catalog.

Collector Note
1984 US Pitman pressing on Columbia, catalog number FC 39219. Matrix/runout inscriptions AL-39219-1B and BL-39219-1B include STERLING mastering stamps, indicating mastering at Sterling Sound. Includes the original inner sleeve. Early Sterling-mastered US pressings remain desirable among collectors seeking original-era analog copies of this highly regarded Judas Priest album.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with clean, glossy surfaces and light signs of careful handling
Sleeve: VG with visible shelf wear and handling wear while remaining fully intact, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Pitman Pressing
Label: Columbia – FC 39219
Country: US
Released: 1984
Genre: Rock
Style: Heavy Metal, Hard Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL-39219-1B STERLING P
Side B: BL-39219-1B STERLING P

Tracklist
Side A
Freewheel Burning 4:22
Jawbreaker 3:25
Rock Hard Ride Free 5:34
The Sentinel 5:24

Side B
Love Bites 4:47
Eat Me Alive 3:34
Some Heads Are Gonna Roll 4:05
Night Comes Down 3:58
Heavy Duty 2:25
Defenders Of The Faith 1:30

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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