UK
June 1, 1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 658058 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
31 658058 20 2A 1 A TY2Side A runout stamped/etched
31 658058 20 2B 1 A TY2Side B runout stamped/etched
658058 6ASide A label
658058 6BSide B label
Vinyl pressings
Too Funky
by George Michael · 1992
16 pressings11 countriesHouseElectronic
Too Funky was first pressed on vinyl in 1992. 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 Too Funky
15 pressings came out in 1992, the album's first year, in 10 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
June 1, 1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 658058 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
31 658058 04 2A1 TY2Side A, on runout, machine stamped
31 658058 04 1B 1 TY2Side B, on runout, machine stamped
658058 7ASide A, on label
658058 7BSide B, on label
US
1992- Label and catalog number
- Columbia 44 74352Columbia 44 74352 S1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
XSS 74352A-1A VLADOSide A runout
XSS 74352B-1B VLADO ☆Side B runout
XSS 74352ASide A label
XSS 74352BSide B label
US
1992- Label and catalog number
- Columbia 38-74353
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
ZSS74353A-1A VLADOSide A, Etched
ZSS74353B-1ASide B, Etched
Philippines
June 1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic QELEP-18299
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
Europe
1992- Label and catalog number
- Epic 658058 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
B TY2 31 658058 04 2A1Runout side A, variant 1
A TY2 31 658058 04 1B1Runout side B, variant 1
A TY2 31 658058 04 2A1Runout side A, variant 2
31 68̷58058 04 1B 1 TY2Runout 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 16 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Brazil | Red Hot + Dance 52225First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | Costa Rica | Columbia 81007192First year12", Promo, Single Sided, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, Single Sided, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 1992 | Europe | Epic 658058 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | Europe | Epic 658058 8 / Epic EPC 658058 8First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Single, Mispress, Misprint | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, 45 RPM, Single, Mispress, Misprint |
| 1992 | Greece | Epic 658058 6First year12" | 12" |
| 1992 | Mexico | Sony Music PRLP-95735First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo, Colored vinyl | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo, Colored vinyl |
| 1992 | Spain | Epic ARIE 3111First year7", Promo, Single Sided · Promo | 7", Promo, Single Sided · Promo |
| 1992 | Spain | Epic EPC 658058 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1992 | Spain | Epic EPC 658058 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1992 | UK & Europe | Epic 658058 8 / Epic EPC 658058 8First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | US | Columbia 44 74352 / Columbia 44 74352 S1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
| 1992 | US | Columbia 38-74353First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1992 | Philippines | Epic QELEP-18299First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | UK | Epic 658058 6First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1992 | UK | Epic 658058 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Australia | Epic SAMP 38812", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- AToo Funky3:45
- BCrazyman Dance5:05
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Too Funky are there?
16 vinyl pressings of Too Funky are listed here, from 11 countries.
When was Too Funky first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1992, in UK, US, Philippines, Europe and more. One of them is Epic 658058 6, released June 1, 1992.
How do I tell if my copy of Too Funky is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 658058 6, 658058 7, 44 74352, 38-74353) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 31 658058 20 2A 1 A TY2 and 31 658058 20 2B 1 A TY2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Too Funky 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.
