US
September 4, 1961- Label and catalog number
- Decca DL 74104
- Format
- 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Album, Jukebox, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
7 110067 1Runout A stamped
7 109562 1Runout B stamped
7 110062 1Runout E stamped
7 109559 1Runout F stamped
Vinyl pressings
Emotions
by Brenda Lee · 1961
25 pressings11 countriesCountryPopFolkWorld
Emotions was first pressed on vinyl in 1961. 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 Emotions
15 pressings came out in 1961, the album's first year, in 6 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
1961- Label and catalog number
- Decca DL 4104
- Format
- LP, Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
MG7946T1Side 1
MG7947T2Side 2
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Decca DL 74104
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
7 7946 2 2Side 1, stamped
7 7947 2 2Side 2, stamped
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Decca DL 4104
- Format
- LP, Album, Mono · Pink Labels
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Decca DL 4104
- Format
- LP, Album, Mono
- Runout / matrix
MG7946T3 1 V 2Runout, Side 1
MG7947T4 1 V 2Runout, Side 2
MG 7946Label, Side 1
MG 7947◉Label, Side 2
US
1961- Label and catalog number
- Life DL 74104
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
7 7946 1 11Side 1, runout stamped
7 7947 1 1Side 2, runout stamped
MG 7-7946Side 1 Label
MG 7-7947Side 2 Label
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.
1960s16 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Australia | Festival Records FL-30116First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | Brazil | Decca SLP-7974First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | Canada | Decca DL 4104First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | New Zealand | Festival Records FL-30116First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | UK | Brunswick STA 3044First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1961 | UK | Brunswick STA 3044LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo | LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 4104First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 74104First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 4104First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 4104First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | US | Life DL 74104First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 4104First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | US | Decca DL 74104First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1961 | UK | Brunswick LAT.8376First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| 1961 | UK | Brunswick LAT 8376First yearLP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
Year unknown9 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Argentina | Decca LTM-9406LP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| ? | Australia | Universal Record Club U-782LP, Album | LP, Album |
| ? | Chile | Decca LTC-37312LP, Album | LP, Album |
| ? | Germany | Coral COPS 2536LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo | LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo |
| ? | Germany | Coral COPS 2536LP, Album, Reissue | LP, Album, Reissue |
| ? | Germany | Coral COPS 2536LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo | LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo |
| ? | Japan | Decca SDL-10009LP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| ? | Mexico | Decca DL-4104LP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
| ? | UK | Brunswick LAT 8376LP, Album, Mono · Mono | LP, Album, Mono · Mono |
Tracklist
- A1Emotions
- A2Just Another Lie
- A3If You Love Me (Really Love Me)
- A4Crazy Talk
- A5When I Fall In Love
- A6Around The World
- B1Swanee River Rock
- B2Will You Love Me Tomorrow
- B3I'm Learning About Love
- B4Georgia On My Mind
- B5Cry
- B6I'm In The Mood For Love
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Emotions are there?
25 vinyl pressings of Emotions are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Emotions first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1961, in US, UK, Australia, Brazil and more. One of them is Decca DL 74104, released September 4, 1961.
How do I tell if my copy of Emotions is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use DL 74104, DL 4104, LAT.8376, LAT 8376) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 7 110067 1 and 7 109562 1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Emotions 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.
