US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5442
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Indianapolis Pressing
- Runout / matrix
IM 1275-45-2Runout A-Side Etching
IM 1274-45-2Runout B-Side Etching
IM-1275-45Matrix A-Side Label
IM-1274-45Matrix B-Side Label
Fats DominoValley Of Tears / It's You I Love
Vinyl pressings
Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love
by Fats Domino · 1957
31 pressings11 countriesRhythm & BluesBlues
Valley Of Tears / It's You I 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 Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love
26 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
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5442
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
45-IM-1274 5442
45-IM-1275 5442
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5442
- Format
- Shellac, 10", 78 RPM
- Runout / matrix
IM-1275 5442side A runout
IM-1274 5442side B runout
IM-1275side A label
IM-1274side B label
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5442
- Format
- Shellac, 10", 78 RPM
- Runout / matrix
IM-1275A label
IM-1274B label
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial X5442
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Hollywood Pressing
- Runout / matrix
IM-1274-45 HSide A runout
IM-1275-45 HSide B runout
IM-1274Label A
IM-1275Label B
US
1957- Label and catalog number
- Imperial 5442
- Format
- Shellac, 10", 78 RPM
- Runout / matrix
I.M.-1275 PPRunout A-Side Etching
I.M.-1274 PPRunout B-Side Etching
IM-1275Matrix A-Side Label
IM-1274Matrix B-Side Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 31 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1950s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Australia | London Records 45-HL-1220First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Australia | London Records HL-1220First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Belgium | London Records HLB 8449First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Canada | Imperial IM. 5442First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Canada | Imperial 45-IM-5442First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Germany | London Records DL 20 115First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Germany | London Records DL 20 115First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Italy | London Records 45-HL 8449First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Japan | Imperial IMP-1007First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | Netherlands | London American Recordings L 618First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | New Zealand | London Records 45-NZL.216First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1957 | New Zealand | London Records NZL.216First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | Norway | Decca NL 4053First yearShellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| 1957 | UK | London Records 45-HL-P.8449First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1957 | UK | London Records 45-HL-P.8449First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
1960s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | UK | London American Recordings 45-HLP 84497", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue |
Year unknown4 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Belgium | London Records HLB 84497", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| ? | Italy | London American Recordings HL. 8449Shellac, 10", 78 RPM | Shellac, 10", 78 RPM |
| ? | US | Imperial X54427", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue |
| ? | US | Imperial X54427", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue |
Tracklist
- AValley Of Tears1:56
- BIt's You I Love2:05
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love are there?
31 vinyl pressings of Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love are listed here, from 11 countries, released between 1957 and 1961.
When was Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1957, in US, UK, Netherlands, Australia and more. One of them is Imperial 5442.
How do I tell if my copy of Valley Of Tears / It's You I Love is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 5442, X5442, 45-HL-P.8449, HL-P.8449) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, IM 1275-45-2 and IM 1274-45-2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Valley Of Tears / It's You I 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.
