Country unknown
1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZT 44868DJ
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo
Vinyl pressings
Motownphilly
by Boyz II Men · 1991
19 pressings7 countriesSwingbeatFunk / Soul
Motownphilly was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. 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 Motownphilly
17 pressings came out in 1991, the album's first year, in 7 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
November 25, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZB 45079
- Format
- 7", Single
UK
November 25, 1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZT 45080
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown MOT12-4779Motown MOT12 4779
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
MOT-10667-FW1 F/W CSB ♪♪Variant 1, side A runout
MOT-10667-FW2 F/W CSB ♪♪Variant 1, side B runout
MOT-10667-FW 1 F/W CSB ♪♪ ⧈-G-⧈ 1Variant 2, side A runout
MOT-10668-FW 2 F/W CSB ♪♪ ⧈-G-⧈ 2Variant 2, side B runout
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown MOTS7-2090
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Motown ZT 45080 DJ
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo
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.
1990s19 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Unknown | Motown ZT 44868DJFirst year12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | Europe | Motown ZB44863 / Motown ZB 44863First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Germany | Motown ZT 44438First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Germany | Motown ZB 44437First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | Germany | Motown 860 008-7First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1991 | Mexico | Motown SL-7251First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, EP | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, EP |
| 1991 | Netherlands | Motown 860 008-7First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1991 | Netherlands | Motown 860 009-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1991 | Philippines | Motown EPMO-91-140 / Motown MOT12 4779First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1991 | UK | Motown ZT 45080 DJFirst year12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Motown TMGX 1402 DJ / Motown 860 009-1First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1991 | US | Motown MOT12-4779 / Motown MOT12 4779First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1991 | US | Motown L33-1231First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | US | Motown L33-1362First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | US | Motown MOTS7-2090First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AMotownphilly (7" Radio Version)3:50
- BMotownphilly (Philly Instrumental)3:50
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Motownphilly are there?
19 vinyl pressings of Motownphilly are listed here, from 7 countries, released between 1991 and 1992.
When was Motownphilly first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in UK, US, Europe, Germany and more. One of them is Motown ZT 44868DJ.
How do I tell if my copy of Motownphilly is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use ZT 44868DJ, ZB 45079, ZT 45080, MOT12-4779) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Motownphilly 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.
