UK
October 1, 1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 78
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
JIVE · T · 78 · AI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side A
JIVE · T · 78 · BI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side B
JIVE T 78A*Label Side A
JIVE T 78B*Label Side B
A Flock Of SeagullsNever Again (The Dancer)
Vinyl pressings
Never Again (The Dancer)
by A Flock Of Seagulls · 1984
19 pressings8 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Never Again (The Dancer) was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of Never Again (The Dancer)
17 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 8 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
UK
October 1, 1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 78
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
JIVE 78 A1 . BILBO.TAPE ONE ()Runout side A, variant 1
JIVE 78 B1 BILBO.TAPE ONE []Runout side B, variant 1
JIVE 78 A1 . BILBO.TAPE ONE CRunout side A, variant 2
JIVE 78 B1 BILBO.TAPE ONE DRunout side B, variant 2
UK
October 1, 1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 78
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Poster Sleeve
- Runout / matrix
JIVE 78 A1 BilBo.TAPE OneSide A runout
JIVE 78 B1 BilBo.TAPE OneSide B runout
UK
October 1, 1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 78
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
JIVE · T · 78 · AI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side A
JIVE · T · 78 · BI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side B
JIVE T 78A*Label Side A
JIVE T 78B*Label Side B
UK
October 1, 1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 78
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single · Stickered Cover
- Runout / matrix
JIVE · T · 78 · AI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side A
JIVE · T · 78 · BI BilBo TAPE OneRunout Side B
JIVE T 78A*Label Side A
JIVE T 78B*Label Side B
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 78
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition
- Runout / matrix
JIVE· T - 78 · A2 ΛRunout side A, etched
JIVE · T - 78 · BI BILBO TAPE ONE ΛRunout side B, etched
JIVE T 78A*Label side A
JIVE T 78B*Label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 19 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s19 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Australia | Jive LMD-334First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Canada | Jive JVD 028First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1984 | Germany | Jive 6.14 2377", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1984 | New Zealand | Jive K 9705First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Peru | RCA 01.44.700088First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Single · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Single · Promo |
| 1984 | South Africa | Jive JIVE 78First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | South Africa | Jive JIVE 78First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | Jive JIVE T 78First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1984 | Canada | Jive JIVE 78XFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Germany | Jive 6.14 237 / Jive 6.14237 ACFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Germany | Jive 6.20 373 / Jive 6.20373 AEFirst year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM · Colored vinyl | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM · Colored vinyl |
| 1984 | Netherlands | Jive 145.129First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Netherlands | Jive 151.178First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1984 | UK | Jive JIVE T 78First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | Jive JIVE 78First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- ANever Again (The Dancer)3:42
- BLiving In Heaven5:30
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Never Again (The Dancer) are there?
19 vinyl pressings of Never Again (The Dancer) are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1984 and 1985.
When was Never Again (The Dancer) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in UK, Canada, Germany, Netherlands and more. One of them is Jive JIVE T 78, released October 1, 1984.
How do I tell if my copy of Never Again (The Dancer) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use JIVE T 78, JIVE 78, JIVE 78X, 6.14 237) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, JIVE · T · 78 · AI BilBo TAPE One and JIVE · T · 78 · BI BilBo TAPE One. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Never Again (The Dancer) on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.
