Sweden
July 1990- Label and catalog number
- SweMix Records SWET 24
- Format
- 12", White Label
Vinyl pressings
Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin)
by Dr. Alban · 1990
26 pressings9 countriesHouseElectronicHip Hop
Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) was first pressed on vinyl in 1990. 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 Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin)
23 pressings came out in 1990, 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.
Sweden
1990- Label and catalog number
- SweMix Records SWES 24
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
SWE S-24-A 900802 GrammoplastSide A
SWE S-24-B 900802 GrammoplastSide B
Sweden
1990- Label and catalog number
- Btech 12 TEK 69
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
12 Tek 69 A Audiodisc 900817Side A, runout
12 Tek 69 B Audiodisc 900817Side B, runout
13312TEK69Side A Label
23312TEK69Side B Label
Sweden
1990- Label and catalog number
- Btech 12 TEK 69
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
12 Tek 69 A Audiodisc 900817Side A runout
12 Tek 69 B Audiodisc 900817Side B runout
UK
November 26, 1990- Label and catalog number
- Arista 613 821
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
613821 A-2U-1-1 JA Joycie
613821 B-2U-1-1
UK
1990- Label and catalog number
- Arista 613 822
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 26 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Costa Rica | BMG International 7128091First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1990 | Europe | Logic Records 613 789 / Ariola 613 789First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Logic Records 613 934 / Ariola 613 934First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1990 | Europe | Logic Records 113 789 / Ariola 113 789First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Arista 613 821First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Europe | Arista 113 821First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Europe | Logic Records 113 789 / Ariola 113 789First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1990 | Germany | Logic Records12", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1990 | Germany | Logic Records 613 934 / Ariola 613 934First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1990 | Germany | Logic Records LOC 40 / Ariola 613 789First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1990 | Germany | Logic Records 613934 / Ariola 61393412", Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1990 | Philippines | Not On Label NICK EPA-91-14412", 45 RPM, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial | 12", 45 RPM, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial |
| 1990 | South Africa | Arista STEELSP 14First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1990 | Spain | Arista 613 821 (3A)First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1990 | Spain | Arista 113821 (1A)First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- AHello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin)3:43
- BJungle Beats4:28
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) are there?
26 vinyl pressings of Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1990, in Sweden, UK, Scandinavia, Europe and more. One of them is SweMix Records SWET 24, released July 1990.
How do I tell if my copy of Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use SWET 24, SWES 24, 12 TEK 69, 613 821) 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 Hello Afrika (Tell Me How You're Doin) 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.
