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David Bowie Heroes Vinyl LP - RCA AFL1-2522 First Pressing (1977) with Brian Eno and Robert Fripp
Condition: Very Good Vinyl and Near Mint Cover. Vinyl has a few surface scuffs, was cleaned and play-tested on both sides and plays very well throughout with no issues. Original cover is beautiful, good color, no splits, still has gloss. Includes original inner sleeve with lyrics in great shape. 
Matrix / Runout (Side A): AFL-1.2522-A-1 STERLING gc. Matrix / Runout (Side B): AFL.1.2522-B-1 STERLING gc.
Heroes is the 12th studio album by David Bowie, released in 1977 through RCA Records. After releasing Low earlier that year, Bowie toured as the keyboardist of his friend and singer Iggy Pop. At the conclusion of the tour, they recorded Pop's second solo album Lust for Life in West Berlin before Bowie regrouped there with collaborator Brian Eno and producer Tony Visconti to record Heroes. It was the second release of his Berlin Trilogy, following Low and preceding Lodger, and the only one wholly recorded in Berlin. Much of the same personnel from Low returned for the sessions, augmented by King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp.
The majority of the tracks were composed on the spot in the studio, the lyrics not being written until Bowie stood in front of the microphone. The music builds upon its predecessor's electronic and ambient approaches, albeit with more positive tones, atmospheres and passionate performances. The album also follows the same structure as its predecessor, side one featuring more conventional rock tracks and side two featuring mostly instrumental tracks.
The cover photo, like Iggy Pop's The Idiot, is a nod to the painting Roquairol by German artist Erich Heckel. Upon release, "Heroes" was a commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart and number 35 on the US Billboard chart. It was the best-received work of the Berlin Trilogy on release, with NME and Melody Maker each naming it their respective album of the year. Bowie promoted the album extensively with television appearances and interviews. He supported Low and "Heroes" on the Isolar II world tour throughout 1978, live performances from which appear on the live albums Stage (1978) and Welcome to the Blackout (2018).
"Heroes" has received enduring praise, particularly in terms of critical recognition for Fripp's contributions on guitar and the album's place within Bowie's longterm artistic development. Though critical opinion has viewed Low as the more groundbreaking record, "Heroes" has nonetheless established a reputation among Bowie's best, most influential works. The title track, initially unsuccessful as a single, has remained one of Bowie's best-known and most-acclaimed songs. 
Track listing
Side one 1."Beauty and the Beast" 3:32 2."Joe the Lion" 3:05 3."'Heroes'"Bowie, Brian Eno6:07 4."Sons of the Silent Age" 3:15 5."Blackout" 3:50
Side two 1."V-2 Schneider" 3:10 2."Sense of Doubt" 3:57 3."Moss Garden"Bowie, Eno5:03 4."Neuköln"Bowie, Eno4:34 5."The Secret Life of Arabia"Bowie, Eno, Carlos Alomar3:46
Personnel David Bowie – vocals, keyboards, guitars, saxophone, koto, tambourine, backing vocals, producer Brian Eno – synthesisers, keyboards, guitar treatments Robert Fripp – lead guitar Carlos Alomar – rhythm guitar George Murray – bass guitar Dennis Davis – drums, percussion Tony Visconti – percussion, backing vocals, producer Antonia Maass (Maaß) – backing vocals Colin Thurston – engineer Masayoshi Sukita – cover photograph _____________________________________________
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I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects.

MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint.

NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. 

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. 

VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. 

GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage.

GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft.

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