Europe
1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AMS 9706
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
19-9706-1A-1 A NLRunout side A, stamped
19-9706-1B-1 A NLRunout side B, stamped
19-009706-1Label side A
19-009706-2Label side B
Vinyl pressings
Riders On The Storm
by Annabel Lamb · 1983
25 pressings13 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Riders On The Storm was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Riders On The Storm
24 pressings came out in 1983, 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.
UK
August 12, 1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AMX 131
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
AMX-131-A1 BILBO TAPE ONEEtchings Side A
AMX-131-B1 V BILBO TAPE ONE 2 1Etchings Side B
AMX 131-ALabel Side A
AMX 131-BLabel Side B
UK
August 12, 1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 131
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
AM- 131-A1 BILBO TAPEONE ASide A etched / stamped runout
AM- 131-B2 BILBO TAPEONE ASide B etched / stamped runout
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 131
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Generic sleeve
- Runout / matrix
AM-131-A1 BILBO.TAPEONESide A, Variant 1
AM-131-B1Side B, Variant 1
AM-131-A1 BILBO.TAPEONESide A, Variant 2
AM-131-B2 BILBO.TAPEOneSide B, Variant 2
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records Amx 131
- Format
- 12", White Label
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- A&M Records AM 131
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
AM-131-A1 BILBO.TAPEONESide 1 hand-etched
AM-131-B1Side 2 hand-etched
AM 131-ALabel Side 1
AM 131-BLabel Side 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 25 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s25 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Canada | A&M Records AM 624First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Canada | A&M Records SP 23019First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Europe | A&M Records AMS 9706First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | France | A&M Records SDC 11023First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Limited Edition, Promo · Promo, Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Limited Edition, Promo · Promo, Limited |
| 1983 | Greece | A&M Records AMS 9706First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1983 | Ireland | A&M Records AM 131First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Italy | A&M Records AMS 9727First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Netherlands | A&M Records AMS 12.9706First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | New Zealand | A&M Records K 9211First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | South Africa | A&M Records AMRS1420First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Spain | A&M Records AMS 12.9706First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Spain | A&M Records AMS 9706First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Spain | A&M Records AMS 9706First year7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | UK | A&M Records AM 131First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | UK | A&M Records AM 131First year7", Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- ARiders On The Storm3:58
- BNo Cure4:50
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Riders On The Storm are there?
25 vinyl pressings of Riders On The Storm are listed here, from 13 countries.
When was Riders On The Storm first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in Europe, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is A&M Records AMS 9706.
How do I tell if my copy of Riders On The Storm is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use AMS 9706, AMX 131, AM 131, Amx 131) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 19-9706-1A-1 A NL and 19-9706-1B-1 A NL. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Riders On The Storm 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.