MC5 - Heavy Lifting (Arctic Pearl Vinyl LP)

Originally released in 1971, Heavy Lifting is the third and final studio album by MC5, capturing the band at a crossroads as they shifted from their incendiary, politically charged roots toward a more straightforward hard rock sound. While more restrained than their earlier work, the album still carries the grit, swagger and raw energy that defined MC5’s place in rock history.

Tracks such as “Heavy Lifting”, “Hard Times”, “Shakin’ Street” and “Who Do You Love” showcase a bluesy, riff-driven approach, blending garage rock attitude with tighter song structures. Though often overlooked compared to Kick Out the Jams and Back in the USA, Heavy Lifting remains an important closing chapter in the band’s influential run.

Pressed on arctic pearl–coloured vinyl, this LP adds striking visual appeal to a cult classic release. Supplied brand new and sealed, it’s a standout addition for collectors and fans of proto-punk, garage rock and hard rock history.

Available now from Heathen Records, your independent Australian online record store specialising in new and collectible vinyl.

Details

• Artist: MC5
• Album: Heavy Lifting
• Format: Arctic Pearl Vinyl LP
• Genre: Hard Rock / Proto-Punk
• Release Type: Studio album
• Condition: Brand new & sealed

Track List:

A1        Heavy Lifting
A2        Barbarians At The Gate
A3        Change, No Change
A4        The Edge Of The Switchblade
A5        Black Boots
A6        I Am The Fun (The Phoney)
B1        Twenty-Five Miles
B2        Because Of Your Car
B3        Boys Who Play With Matches
B4        Blind Eye
B5        Can't Be Found
B6        Blessed Release
B7        Hit It Hard