PHILADELPHIA Search & Destroy LP Christian METAL 1985

$ 76

$ 76 Sold For

Jan 25, 2005 Sold Date

Jan 18, 2005 Start Date

$ 25 Start price

15 Number Of Bids

Canada Country Of Seller

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Description

This is the very RARE and original "PHILADELPHIA" Christian metal/rock LP entitled "Search and Destroy". It was released in 1985 on Patmos Records (PAT 8403) and made in the USA. It contains 8 tracks. The inner sleeve contains the songs lyrics and band info on one side and has a picture of a lion and a sheep on the other side. This Philadelphia record has become extremely difficult to find!

The vinyl itself is virtually mint. The record comes in an inner sleeve, which is also mint. The record jacket is in excellent shape.

Track listing: (You can listen to some sound samples here, just click the song titles listed below.)

Side A:
1. Search And Destroy
2. Bobby's Song
3. Oh My Boy
4. Judgement Day
Side B:
1. Mirror Man
2. Fastrack
3. Showdown
4. Decision Time

Here is some further info on Philadelphia: Although PHILADELPHIA's original guitarists quit in 1981, PHILADELPHIA was quickly augmented by Phil Scholling. The group remained a trio until Ronn Flowers joined in late 1982. In 1984 a deal arose with Patmos Records and PHILADELPHIA released the debut album, 'Tell The Truth' in 1984. The single, 'No Compromise', turned into a hit on the Christian Rock circuit and this led to the band being invited to appear at the Christian Rock festival Cornerstone (which takes place near Chicago) in 1985. The event didn't pass without controversy, many staunch Christians disapproving of the group's lyrical standing (the band not specifically writing about God, but offering songs that could translate more readily to a secular audience).

1985's 'Search And Destroy' album pushed PHILADELPHIA further into the spotlight. The record was slated for its central theme based upon the character of Bobby that addressed such subjects as child abuse and drug addiction. Most critics of the band failed to see that PHILADELPHIA were attempting to specifically reach a secular audience with the intention of putting across 'The Word' in a manner in which it might better be understood.

If you're a fan of or collect Christan rock/metal , this LP will make a great addition to your collection! I will only charge EXACTLY what the Canada Post rates are (surface mail or air mail) , no more.

The winning bidder pays shipping within the U.S. and Canada (extra for international bidders) which will be determined upon the completion of the auction. International money orders or Western Union's www.BidPay.com are preferred. No personal checks or PayPal. If more information is needed, please email me. Good luck bidders!