Jefferson Starship – Spitfire (Vinyl LP, 1976, Grunt BFL1-1557, Indianapolis Pressing, Kendun)

Why This Record Matters
Spitfire was Jefferson Starship’s third studio album, following the commercial breakthrough of Red Octopus and reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200. The album features Grace Slick, Marty Balin, Paul Kantner, Craig Chaquico, David Freiberg, Pete Sears, and John Barbata, with “With Your Love” becoming its major single. Produced by Jefferson Starship and Larry Cox, it was recorded and mixed at Wally Heider Studios in San Francisco.

Collector Note
This 1976 U.S. Grunt BFL1-1557 copy is an RCA Indianapolis pressing, identified by the stamped “I” in the supplied runouts. Both sides carry Kendun identification, with Kent Duncan credited for mastering, and the supplied 4S matrices correspond to this Indianapolis edition. The copy includes its original custom-printed inner sleeve with credits and photographs.

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

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+
Includes original custom printed inner sleeve.
Shows light signs of normal handling or use while remaining well cared for.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Grunt – BFL1-1557
Country: US
Released: June 1976
Genre: Rock
Style: Folk Rock, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Side A: BFL1-1557-A 4S Kendun B I ACG
Side B: BFL1-1557-B 4S Kendun B I D2R

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Cruisin' – 5:27
A2 Dance With The Dragon – 5:02
A3 Hot Water – 3:17
A4 St. Charles – 6:38
Side B
B1a Ozymandias – 1:39
B1b Don't Let It Rain – 5:36
B2 With Your Love – 3:33
B3 Switchblade – 4:01
B4 Big City – 3:20
B5 Love Lovely Love – 3:31

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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