{"product_id":"queensryche-american-soldier-used","title":"Queensrÿche – American Soldier (CD, Album, 2009, Rhino Records \/ ATCO Records R2 517967)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"415\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy This CD Matters\u003cbr data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eAmerican Soldier\u003c\/em\u003e is a concept album honoring the experiences of U.S. military service members through songs inspired by real-life interviews. It stands as one of Queensrÿche's most ambitious late-career releases, blending progressive songwriting with classic heavy metal.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eCollector Note\u003cbr data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eReleased on Mar. 31, 2009, \u003cem data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eAmerican Soldier\u003c\/em\u003e continues Queensrÿche's tradition of story-driven concept albums, focusing on the personal sacrifices and experiences of American soldiers rather than political commentary. Frontman Geoff Tate developed the album using firsthand accounts from veterans and active-duty military personnel, giving the songs an authentic narrative perspective. It remains a distinctive entry in the band's catalog and a notable release for collectors of progressive and traditional heavy metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eAvailability\u003cbr data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eSingle copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Details\u003cbr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eMedia: VG+\u003cbr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eCase: VG+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003cbr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eFormat: CD, Album\u003cbr data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eLabel: Rhino Records – R2 517967, ATCO Records – R2 517967\u003cbr data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eCountry: US\u003cbr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eReleased: Mar. 31, 2009\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eGenre: Rock\u003cbr data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eStyle: Heavy Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eMatrix \/ Runout\u003cbr data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eNot specified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eTracklist\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eSliver\u003cbr data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eUnafraid\u003cbr data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eHundred Mile Stare\u003cbr data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eAt 30,000 Ft\u003cbr data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eA Dead Man's Words\u003cbr data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eThe Killer\u003cbr data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eMiddle Of Hell\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIf I Were King\u003cbr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eMan Down!\u003cbr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eRemember Me\u003cbr data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eHome Again\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eThe Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eStored in a protective sleeve when applicable.\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003ePackaged securely with protective padding for safe delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eAbout Maple City Music\u003cbr data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eMaple City Music is a veteran-owned record store in Vermont focused on honest grading, fair pricing, and high-quality media. Every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and prepared so it arrives exactly as described.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maple City Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310905508017,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/6358\/6225\/files\/unnamed_2868_29_78a47be7-8e13-4d8d-9227-c3b418cd45c5.jpg?v=1781214305","url":"https:\/\/7s6fyw-n8.myshopify.com\/products\/queensryche-american-soldier-used","provider":"Maple City Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}