Styx – Pieces Of Eight (LP, Album, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold, 1978, A&M Records SP-4724)

Why This Record Matters
Pieces Of Eight captures Styx at the height of their late-1970s commercial and creative peak. Featuring the classic rock staples "Renegade" and "Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)," the album remains one of the band's most sought-after releases.

Collector Note
1978 US Pitman pressing on A&M Records with gatefold cover, original inner sleeve, and shrink wrap present. Original pressings continue to maintain steady demand among classic rock and arena rock collectors.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG with light cosmetic wear consistent with a very strong player copy
Sleeve: VG+ with clean presentation, still in shrink with original inner sleeve included

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Pitman Pressing, Gatefold
Label: A&M Records – SP-4724
Country: US
Released: 1978
Genre: Rock
Style: Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Prog Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Great White Hope 4:23
A2 I'm O.K. 5:42
A3 Sing For The Day 4:56
A4 The Message 1:08
A5 Lords Of The Ring 4:31

Side B
B1 Blue Collar Man (Long Nights) 4:03
B2 Queen Of Spades 5:38
B3 Renegade 4:13
B4 Pieces Of Eight 4:45
B5 Aku-Aku 3:00

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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