Midnight Oil – Diesel And Dust (LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold, Carrollton Pressing, 1988, Columbia BFC 40967)

Why This Record Matters
Diesel And Dust is Midnight Oil's breakthrough international album and one of the most acclaimed rock releases of the 1980s. Featuring the enduring singles “Beds Are Burning” and “The Dead Heart,” the album combines powerful songwriting with socially conscious themes. Original US pressings remain highly sought after by alternative and classic rock collectors.

Collector Note
1988 US Carrollton pressing identified by the G-prefix runout markings and Sterling Sound mastering. Cut using Direct Metal Mastering (DMM) and housed in the original gatefold jacket. Includes the original color lyric inner sleeve.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light surface wear and clean playback
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf and edge wear, includes original lyric inner sleeve

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold, Carrollton Pressing
Label: Columbia – BFC 40967
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock, Alternative Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: AL-40967-DMM_1A G4 Sterling C1
Side B: BL-40967-1A-DMM G6 Sterling E8

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Beds Are Burning 4:14
A2 Put Down That Weapon 4:38
A3 Dreamworld 3:36
A4 Arctic World 4:21
A5 Warakurna 4:38

Side B
B1 The Dead Heart 5:10
B2 Whoah 3:50
B3 Bullroarer 4:59
B4 Sell My Soul 3:35
B5 Sometimes 3:53

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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