UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records NANX 19London Records 886553.1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
NANX 19 A-1U-1-1Side A runouts
NANX 19 B-1U-1-1Side B runouts
ZPMSC 11976Track A1
ZPMSC 11978Track A2
BananaramaCruel Summer '89
Vinyl pressings
Cruel Summer '89
by Bananarama · 1989
12 pressings4 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Cruel Summer '89 was first pressed on vinyl in 1989. 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 Cruel Summer '89
11 pressings came out in 1989, the album's first year, in 3 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
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records NANA 19London Records 886552.7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
NANA 19 A-1U-1-Q2Side A runout, stamped
NANA 19 AA-1U-1-Q2Side AA runout, stamped
ZPMSC 11973Side A center label
ZPMSC 11974Side AA center label
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records NANA 19London Records 886552.7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Large Centre Hole
- Runout / matrix
NANA 19 A-1U-1-Q2Side A runout, stamped
NANA 19 AA-1U-1-Q2Side AA runout, stamped
ZPMSC 11973Side A center label
ZPMSC 11974Side AA center label
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records NANEX 19
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
ZPMSC 11976/77Side A label
ZPMSC 11979Side B label
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records NAXDJ 19
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
NAX DJ-19-A-1 MTSide A runout
NAX DJ-19-B-1 MTSide B runout
ZPMSC 11976/78Side A label
ZPMSC 11974Side B label
Europe
1989- Label and catalog number
- London Records 886553.1London Records 886 553-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
886 553 - 1 S1 3 20 1 0Side 1 runout, variant 1
886 553 - 1 S2 3 20 F 1ΛSide 2 runout, variant 1
886 553 - 1 S1 3 20 1 IISide 1 runout, variant 2
886 553 - 1 S2 3 20 1Λ IISide 2 runout, variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 12 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Europe | London Records 886553.1 / London Records 886 553-1First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1989 | Europe | London Records 886552.7 / London Records NANA 19First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Spain | London Records NAXDJ19First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Spain | London Records 886 552-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | Spain | London Records 886 553-1First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1989 | Spain | London Records 886 552-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label | 7", 45 RPM, Single, White Label |
| 1989 | UK | London Records NANX 19 / London Records 886553.1First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | UK | London Records NANA 19 / London Records 886552.7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | London Records NANEX 19First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | London Records NAXDJ 19First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | London Records NANA 19 / London Records 886552.7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | US | London Records 886 553-112", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Reissue |
Tracklist
- ACruel Summer (Swing Beat Version)
- AAVenus (The Greatest Remix)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Cruel Summer '89 are there?
12 vinyl pressings of Cruel Summer '89 are listed here, from 4 countries.
When was Cruel Summer '89 first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in UK, Europe, Spain. One of them is London Records NANX 19.
How do I tell if my copy of Cruel Summer '89 is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use NANX 19, NANA 19, NANEX 19, NAXDJ 19) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, NANX 19 A-1U-1-1 and NANX 19 B-1U-1-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Cruel Summer '89 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.
