US
February 1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5428
- Format
- Shellac, 10", 78 RPM
- Runout / matrix
IM-1232A
IM-1234B
Vinyl pressings
I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love
by Fats Domino · 1957
40 pressings12 countriesRhythm & BluesRock & RollRockBlues
I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love was first pressed on vinyl in 1957. 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 I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love
33 pressings came out in 1957, the album's first year, in 11 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
February 23, 1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5428
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45-IM-1232Side A run-out, etched
45-IM-1234-1Side B run-out, etched
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5428
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
45-IM-1232 5A-Side Runout Etching
45-IM-1234 5 5 3B-Side Runout Etching
IM-1232Side A Label
IM-1234Side B Label
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5428
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
IM 1232-45 I 1 ARunout A, stamped
IM 1234-45 I A3Runout B, stamped
IM-1232-45Label A
IM-1234-45Label B
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5428
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45-IM-1232 BSide A runout
45-IM-1234 BSide B runout
IM-1232Side A Label
IM-1234Side B Label
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5428
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono
- Runout / matrix
45-IM-1232 5428Runout Side A
45-IM-1234 5428Runout Side B
IM-1232Side A Label
IM-1234Side B Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 40 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1950s35 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Australia | London Records 45-HL 1162First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | Australia | London Records HL-1162First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Belgium | London Records HLB 45 8407First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Misprint |
| 1957 | Canada | Imperial IM. 5428First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM, Single | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | Germany | London Records DL 20 104First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | Germany | London Records DL 20 104First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono |
| 1957 | Germany | London Records DL 20 104First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | Italy | London Records 45-HL 8407First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Japan | Imperial IMP-1004First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Netherlands | London American Recordings FL 1596First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | New Zealand | London Records 45-NZL.170First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | New Zealand | London Records NZL.170First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Norway | Decca NL 4043First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | UK | London Records 45-HLP.8407First year7" | 7" |
| 1957 | UK | London American Recordings HLP.8407First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
Year unknown5 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | London Records 45-HL-11627", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | Belgium | London Records HLB 45-84077", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | France | London Records HLP 8.407 / London Records HLP 84077", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | France | London Records HLP 8.407 / London Records HLP 84077", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| ? | UK | London Records 45-HL.P84077", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AI'm Walkin'2:05
- BI'm In The Mood For Love2:42
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love are there?
40 vinyl pressings of I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1957 and 1959.
When was I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1957, in US, UK, Canada, Netherlands and more. One of them is Imperial 5428, released February 1957.
How do I tell if my copy of I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 5428, X5428, HLP.8407, 45-HLP.8407) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, IM-1232 and IM-1234. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is I'm Walkin' / I'm In The Mood For Love 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.
