KROKUS Headhunter LP Vinyl 1983 US 1st Press Arista AL 9623 Heavy Metal EX
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Description

This is an original 1983 US pressing of Headhunter, the breakthrough and most iconic album from Swiss hard rock legends Krokus.


Produced by Tom Allom (Judas Priest), Headhunter is a cornerstone of early-80s heavy metal—loud, aggressive, hook-driven, and unapologetically raw. This album put Krokus on the international map and remains their best-selling and most sought-after release.


Featuring absolute anthems like “Headhunter,” “Eat the Rich,” “Screaming in the Night,” and “Stayed Awake All Night,” this record is essential for fans of Judas Priest, Accept, Scorpions, and classic arena metal.


This is the original US Arista Records pressing (AL 9623) — not a reissue, not a remaster, and not a club edition.


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📀 Condition Details (Based on Photos)


Vinyl: NM / NM-

   •   Clean, glossy surfaces

   •   No deep scratches or feelable marks

   •   Light sleeve scuffs only

   •   Strong shine and excellent playback


Cover: VG+

   •   Light edge and corner wear from normal handling

   •   No seam splits

   •   No writing or cut-outs

   •   Artwork remains bold and sharp


Inner Sleeve:

   •   Original lyric / credit inner sleeve included


Overall, this is a very strong collector-grade copy.


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📋 Album Details

   •   Artist: Krokus

   •   Title: Headhunter

   •   Label: Arista Records

   •   Catalog #: AL 9623

   •   Year: 1983

   •   Format: LP, 33⅓ RPM

   •   Country: US

   •   Genre: Hard Rock / Heavy Metal

   •   Style: 80s Metal, Arena Rock


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🔥 Why This Copy Matters

   •   Krokus’ definitive album

   •   Original US Arista pressing

   •   NM vinyl (very hard to upgrade)

   •   Classic skull cover artwork

   •   Essential 1980s metal record


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📦 Shipping


Record will be professionally packed, removed from the sleeve, and shipped securely to ensure it arrives exactly as shown.


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