Krokus – Headhunter (Vinyl, 1983, Arista AL8-8005)

Why This Record Matters
Headhunter is widely regarded as Krokus' definitive album and one of the standout European heavy metal releases of the early 1980s. Featuring “Screaming In The Night,” “Headhunter,” and “Eat The Rich,” it helped establish the band internationally and remains their most collected title.

Collector Note
Confirmed original 1983 US Indianapolis pressing on Arista, catalog numbers AL8-8005 and AL 8-8005, with original inner sleeve included. STERLING-mastered matrices and Indianapolis plant markings confirm original release-period production from the album's initial issue.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with exceptionally clean glossy surfaces and minimal signs of handling
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and edge wear, includes original inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Indianapolis Pressing
Label: Arista – AL8-8005, Arista – AL 8-8005
Country: US
Released: 1983
Genre: Rock
Style: Heavy Metal, Hard Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL-8-8005-SA-2 STERLING I A1
Side B: AL-8-8005-SA-2 STERLING I A1D

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Headhunter 4:28
A2 Eat The Rich 4:13
A3 Screaming In The Night 6:44
A4 Ready To Burn 3:54

Side B
B1 Night Wolf 4:10
B2 Stayed Awake All Night 4:41
B3 Stand And Be Counted 4:07
B4 White Din 1:50
B5 Russian Winter 3:31

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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