UK
1998- Label and catalog number
- Epic 6665 627
- Format
- 7", Jukebox, White Label
- Runout / matrix
6665 627 A1 DAMONTSide A
6665 627 A1 DAMONTSide AA
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Vinyl pressings
Outside
by George Michael · 1998
14 pressings5 countriesElectroGarage HouseElectronic
Outside was first pressed on vinyl in 1998. 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 Outside
11 pressings came out in 1998, the album's first year, in 5 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
1998- Label and catalog number
- Not On Label GM101
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
GM101-A DCHARLESA-Side Runout Etching
GM101-B DCHARLESB-Side Runout Etching
UK
October 19, 1998- Label and catalog number
- Epic XPR 3284
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
XPR+3284+A ORLAKE PAULS@PORKYSSide A runout, etched
XPR+3284+B -PAULS¦CUTZ- ORLAKESide B runout, etched
XPR 3284ASide A label
XPR 3284BSide B label
UK
October 19, 1998- Label and catalog number
- Epic XPR 3291
- Format
- 12", Promo, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
XPR 3291 A OR [Metropolis Logo]Side A runout etched / stamped
XPR 3291 B OR [Metropolis Logo]Side B runout etched / stamped
XPR 3291ASide A label
XPR 3291BSide B label
UK
October 19, 1998- Label and catalog number
- Epic XPR 3287
- Format
- 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Original & K-Gee Mixes, Silver Labels
- Runout / matrix
OR XPR 3287 A1A Side (Etched
OR XPR 3287 B1B Side (Etched
US
1998- Label and catalog number
- Epic Dance EAS 41703
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
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.
1990s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Canada | Epic 49-3288First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | Europe | Epic 666249 6First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1998 | UK | Epic 6665 627First year7", Jukebox, White Label | 7", Jukebox, White Label |
| 1998 | UK & Europe | Epic SAMPMS 6113 / Epic 11-006113-20First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1998 | UK & Europe | Epic 666249 6First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1998 | UK & Europe | Epic SAMPMS 6114 / Epic 11-006114-20First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | US | Epic Dance EAS 41703First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | US | Not On Label GM101First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label |
| 1998 | UK | Epic XPR 3284First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | UK | Epic XPR 3291First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1998 | UK | Epic XPR 3287First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
2000s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Unknown | Not On Label (George Michael) Out 00112", Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
| 2003 | Canada | White X X 01112", 45 RPM, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", 45 RPM, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Unknown | Not On Label (George Michael) Out 00112", Single Sided, White Label | 12", Single Sided, White Label |
Tracklist
- AOutside (House Mix)6:59
- BOutside (Garage Mix)7:40
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Outside are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Outside are listed here, from 5 countries, released between 1998 and 2003.
When was Outside first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1998, in UK, US, Europe, UK & Europe and more. One of them is Epic 6665 627.
How do I tell if my copy of Outside is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 6665 627, GM101, XPR 3284, XPR 3291) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 6665 627 A1 DAMONT and 6665 627 A1 DAMONT. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Outside 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.
