UK
September 1, 1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
Ʊ CHS 2165 A//1 UT 1 1 15Stamped A
Ʊ CHS 2165 B//2 UT 1 1 16Stamped B
CHS 2165ASide A label
CHS 2165BSide B label
Generation XYour Generation
Vinyl pressings
Your Generation
by Generation X · 1977
14 pressings6 countriesPunkRock
Your Generation was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 Your Generation
14 pressings came out in 1977, the album's first year, in 6 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
1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Large Centre
- Runout / matrix
Ʊ [Lyre Symbol] CHS 2165 A//1 UT 1110Runout, side A (variant 1)
Ʊ [Lyre Symbol] CHS 2165 B//2 UT 118Runout, side B (variant 1)
Ʊ [Lyre Symbol] CHS 2165 A//1 UT 11 19Runout, side A (variant 2)
Ʊ [Lyre Symbol] CHS 2165 B//2 UT 11 12Runout, side B (variant 2)
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", Single · No 'A' On Label, Red Shapes
- Runout / matrix
Ʊ CHS 2165 A//4 UT 1 1 5Side A runout, stamped / etched, variant 1
Ʊ CHS 2165 B//2 UT 1 1 4Side B runout, stamped / etched, variant 1
Ʊ CHS 2165 A//1 UT 1 1 1Side A runout, stamped / etched, variant 2
Ʊ CHS 2165 B//2 UT 1 1 7Side B runout, stamped / etched, variant 2
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", Single · Proof Sleeve
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Jukebox Issue
- Runout / matrix
CHS 2165 A//1 UT 1 1 4Stamped, Side A
CHS 2165 B//2 UT 1 1 5Stamped, Side B
Ʊ [Lyre Symbol]Etched, Side A and B
CHS 2165ASide A label
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS 2165
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CHS 2165 A#1 UTSide A runout variant 1
CHS 2165 B#2 UTSide B runout variant 1
CHS 2165 A//1 UT 11 15 ƱSide A runout stamped / etched variant 2
CHS 2165 B//2 UT 11 16 ƱSide B runout stamped / etched variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Australia | Chrysalis K-6925 / Chrysalis CHS-2165First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1977 | France | Chrysalis 6172 671First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Germany | Chrysalis 6155 202First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | Greece | Chrysalis 6155 202First year7", Single, Misprint | 7", Single, Misprint |
| 1977 | Japan | Chrysalis WWR-20353First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", Single, Misprint | 7", Single, Misprint |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", Single · Colored vinyl | 7", Single · Colored vinyl |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", 45 RPM, Single · Colored vinyl | 7", 45 RPM, Single · Colored vinyl |
| 1977 | UK | Chrysalis CHS 2165First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Japan | Chrysalis WWR-20353First year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AYour Generation3:11
- BDay By Day3:03
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Your Generation are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Your Generation are listed here, from 6 countries.
When was Your Generation first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in UK, Australia, France, Germany and more. One of them is Chrysalis CHS 2165, released September 1, 1977.
How do I tell if my copy of Your Generation is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use CHS 2165, K-6925, 6172 671, 6155 202) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, Ʊ CHS 2165 A//1 UT 1 1 15 and Ʊ CHS 2165 B//2 UT 1 1 16. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Your Generation 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.
