US
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca NB 941
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo · PRC Pressing
- Runout / matrix
NB-941-AS-PRC-R1-11-1Scribed in runout A
NB-941-BS-PRC-R2-1-1Scribed in runout B
(NB 941 AS)Label A
(NB 941 BS)Label B
Vinyl pressings
New York Groove
by Ace Frehley · 1978
33 pressings15 countriesHard RockGlamRock
New York Groove was first pressed on vinyl in 1978. 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 New York Groove
24 pressings came out in 1978, the album's first year, in 13 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.
US
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca NB 941
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene, Stereo · Specialty Pressing
- Runout / matrix
NB-941-AS-B1 STERLINGScribed in runout A
NB-941-MS-B1 STERLINGScribed in runout B
(NB 941 AS SP)Label A
(NB 941 BS SP)Label B
US
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca NB 941 DJ
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono
- Runout / matrix
NB-941-AS-TH2 STERLING T1Side A
NB-941-AM-TH2 STERLING T1Side B
NB 941 ASSide A Label
NB 941 AMSide B Label
US
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca NB 941
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo, Mono · Santa Maria Pressing
- Runout / matrix
NB-941-AS-SM1 STERLINGA side runout, etched, [stamped]
NB-941-AM-SM1 STERLINGB side runout, etched, [stamped]
NB 941 ASA side label matrix
NB 941 AMB side label matrix
UK
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca CAN 135
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
CAN.135.A1 △T. - S HSide A etched
CAN.135.B1 △T. - FSide B etched
CAN . 135 . A1 △T 1 BSide A etched, variant 2
CAN . 135 . B1 △T 1 ESide B etched, variant 2
UK
1978- Label and catalog number
- Casablanca CAN 135
- Format
- 7", Limited Edition, 45 RPM · Blue
- Runout / matrix
CAN 135·A1 △TEtched, Runout Side A
CAN 135·B1 △TEtched, Runout Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 33 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s28 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Australia | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | Canada | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | Canada | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1978 | Canada | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1978 | El Salvador | Casablanca BD-4589First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | France | Casablanca 45.CB.1122 / Casablanca 45 CB 1122First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | Italy | Casablanca CA 517 / Casablanca CA. 517First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint |
| 1978 | Italy | Casablanca CA 517 / Casablanca CA. 517First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint, Promo · Promo |
| 1978 | Japan | Casablanca VIP-2669First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1978 | Japan | Casablanca VIP-2669First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1978 | New Zealand | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1978 | South Africa | Casablanca NAS 721First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | Sweden | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | Sweden | Casablanca NB 941First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1978 | UK | Casablanca CAN 135First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
1980s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Argentina | Casablanca 6000 4897", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1980 | Argentina | Casablanca 6000 4897", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Year unknown3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Casablanca NB 9417", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl | 7", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl |
| ? | Unknown | Casablanca NB 9417", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl | 7", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl |
| ? | Unknown | Casablanca NB 9417", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl | 7", Single, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl |
Tracklist
- ANew York Groove3:01
- BSnow Blind3:54
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of New York Groove are there?
33 vinyl pressings of New York Groove are listed here, from 15 countries, released between 1978 and 1980.
When was New York Groove first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1978, in US, UK, Germany, Australia and more. One of them is Casablanca NB 941.
How do I tell if my copy of New York Groove is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use NB 941, NB 941 DJ, CAN 135, BF 18635) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, NB-941-AS-PRC-R1-11-1 and NB-941-BS-PRC-R2-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is New York Groove 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.
