UK
November 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT 12 ZTAX 25
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition
- Runout / matrix
12 ZTAX 25 A-1-1-X 1 D NICKZSide A
12ZTAX 25 B-4-1-3-1 D NICKZSide B
Vinyl pressings
Warriors (Of The Wasteland)
by Frankie Goes To Hollywood · 1986
40 pressings12 countriesPop RockRockPop
Warriors (Of The Wasteland) was first pressed on vinyl in 1986. 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 Warriors (Of The Wasteland)
37 pressings came out in 1986, the album's first year, in 12 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
November 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT 12 ZTAX 25
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
D 12 ZTAX 25A-2-1-1-Runout side A, stamped, variant 1
D 12ZTAS 25 B-4-1-1-Runout side B, stamped, variant 1
D 12 ZTAX A-1-1-2-1 -Runout side A, stamped, '2' is strike through, variant 2
D 12ZTAS 25 3-4-1-3 1Runout side B, stamped, last '1' 90° rotated, variant 2
UK
November 10, 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT ZTAS 25
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
ZTAS 25 A-2-1-1-X1 NICKZ PENTHOUSEA side, variant 1
ZTAS 25 AA -4-1-2-X1 NICKZAA side, variant 1
ZTAS 25 A-2-1-1-1 D NICKZ PENTHOUSEA side, variant 2
ZTAS 25 AA#̶ -4-1-2-X1 D NICKZAA side, variant 2
UK
November 10, 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT ZTAS 25
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
ZTAS 25 A-1-1-3-2 NICKZ PENTHOUSE DRunout side A
ZTAS 25AA●-4-1-2-X1 NICKZ DRunout side AA
UK
November 11, 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT 12 ZTAS 25
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
12 ZTAS A - 1 - 1 - 2 1 NICKZ PENTHOUSE DSide A runout, variant 1
12ZTAS B - 4 - 1 - 2 - NICKZ DSide B runout, variant 1
12 ZTAS 25 A - 2 - 1 - 2 - NICKZ PENTHOUSESide A runout, variant 2
12ZTAS 25 B - 4 - 1 - 2 - NICKZSide B runout, variant 2
UK
November 18, 1986- Label and catalog number
- ZTT 12 ztak 25
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, White Label
- Runout / matrix
12 ZTAK 25 A-2 Neel. DAMONTRunouts Side A, variant 1
12 ZTAK 25 B-2 DAMONTRunouts Side B, variant 1
12 ZTAK 25 A-2 Neel. I DAMONT BRunouts Side A, variant 2
12 ZTAK 25 B-2 DAMONT I FRunouts Side B, variant 2
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.
1980s40 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Canada | Island Records FH 8663First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | Canada | Island Records 97051 / ZTT 97051First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | Island Records 608 615 / ZTT 608 615First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | Island Records 608 748 / ZTT 608 748First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1986 | Europe | Island Records 108 615 / ZTT 108 615First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Ireland | ZTT 12 ZTAS 25First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Italy | ZTT ZTASX 25First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Italy | ZTT ZTAS 25First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Japan | ZTT D07D-2019 / Island Records D07D-2019First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1986 | South Africa | Island Records DWIP 6707 / ZTT 12 ZTAS 25First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | South Africa | Island Records DWIP 6709 / ZTT 12 ZTAS 25First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | South Africa | Island Records WIP 6708First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1986 | Spain | ZTT A-108.615 / ZTT ZTAS25First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1986 | Spain | Island Records A-108.615 / ZTT A-108615First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1986 | Spain | Island Records F-608.615 / ZTT 12 ZTAS 25First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AWarriors Of The Wasteland5:01
- AAWarriors (Of The Wasteland)3:55
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Warriors (Of The Wasteland) are there?
40 vinyl pressings of Warriors (Of The Wasteland) are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1986 and 1987.
When was Warriors (Of The Wasteland) first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1986, in UK, US, Europe, Ireland and more. One of them is ZTT 12 ZTAX 25, released November 1986.
How do I tell if my copy of Warriors (Of The Wasteland) is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 12 ZTAX 25, ZTAS 25, 12 ZTAS 25, 12 ztak 25) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 12 ZTAX 25 A-1-1-X 1 D NICKZ and 12ZTAX 25 B-4-1-3-1 D NICKZ. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Warriors (Of The Wasteland) 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.
