Scandinavia
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin V-2269Virgin V 2269
- Format
- LP
Coati MundiThe Former 12 Year Old Genius
Vinyl pressings
The Former 12 Year Old Genius
by Coati Mundi · 1983
10 pressings8 countriesLatinDiscoFunk / SoulPop
The Former 12 Year Old Genius 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 The Former 12 Year Old Genius
9 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 8 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
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin V 2269
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
V 2269 A 1 TOWN HOUSE Coati Mundi Loves YouSide A runout - etched [TOWN HOUSE - stamped]
V 2269 B 2 TOWN HOUSE VAYA!Side B runout - etched [TOWN HOUSE - stamped]
France
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 205 396
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
MPO 205 396 ARunout etched A side
MPO 205 396 BRunout etched B side
Germany
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 205 396-320Virgin 205 396
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
205396 A-2/83 S И Made in GermanySide A runout - stamped
205396 B-1/83 S II Made in GermanySide B runout - stamped
Italy
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin V 2269
- Format
- LP, Album
Japan
1983- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VIL-6054Victor VIL-6054
- Format
- LP
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | France | Virgin 205 396First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1983 | Germany | Virgin 205 396-320 / Virgin 205 396First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1983 | Italy | Virgin V 2269First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1983 | Japan | Virgin VIL-6054 / Victor VIL-6054First yearLP | LP |
| 1983 | Japan | Virgin VIL-6054 / Victor VIL-6054First yearLP, Promo · Promo | LP, Promo · Promo |
| 1983 | New Zealand | Virgin V2269First yearLP | LP |
| 1983 | Scandinavia | Virgin V-2269 / Virgin V 2269First yearLP | LP |
| 1983 | Spain | Virgin I-205396First yearLP | LP |
| 1983 | UK | Virgin V 2269First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1986 | UK | Virgin OVED 89LP, Album | LP, Album |
Tracklist
- A1Sey Hey!3:48
- A2Oh! That Love Decision4:26
- A3Beat Back The Bullies4:16
- A4¿Como Esta Usted?4:19
- A5Everybody's On An Ego Trip5:38
- B1Prisoner Of My Principles4:01
- B2Pharaoh (Can't Take It To The Grave)3:55
- B3I'm Corrupt4:19
- B4Hold On To That Lovely Lady3:46
- B5Tropical Hot Dog Night5:48
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Former 12 Year Old Genius are there?
10 vinyl pressings of The Former 12 Year Old Genius are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1983 and 1986.
When was The Former 12 Year Old Genius first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in Scandinavia, UK, France, Germany and more. One of them is Virgin V-2269.
How do I tell if my copy of The Former 12 Year Old Genius is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use V-2269, V 2269, 205 396, 205 396-320) 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 The Former 12 Year Old Genius 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.