Pat Benatar’s In The Heat Of The Night brings her commanding vocals to a blend of rock, new wave and power-pop. Released in 1979 on Chrysalis Records, this debut album introduced the sound that launched her recording career.

Highlights include the breakthrough single “Heartbreaker,” the melodic “We Live for Love,” written by guitarist Neil Giraldo, and Benatar’s take on John Mellencamp’s “I Need a Lover.” Together, they showcase the album’s mix of driving guitars, memorable hooks and expressive singing, without overlooking its pop sensibility.

Record details

Artist: Pat Benatar
Album: In The Heat Of The Night
Format: Vinyl album
Catalog number: CHR 1236
Side A matrix: CHR-1236--A6① TX ◎

Condition and care

The record has been carefully cleaned with a Spin-Clean and placed into a new plastic sleeve. The vinyl has minor scuffs. During play-testing on a quality turntable, it played through without skips; minor pops and crackles were noticed.

The jacket is in fair condition, with wear and ring wear.