Germany
1992- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 115 502Virgin 724389005677
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
S 115 502 ALabel side A
S 115 502 BLabel side B
Giorgio MoroderCarry On
Vinyl pressings
Carry On
by Giorgio Moroder · 1992
10 pressings5 countriesEurodanceHi NRGEuro HouseElectronic
Carry On 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 Carry On
3 pressings came out in 1992, the album's first year, in 2 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.
Germany
1992- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 615 502
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
Italy
1992- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 8 90090 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Germany | Virgin 115 502 / Virgin 724389005677First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1992 | Germany | Virgin 615 502First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1992 | Italy | Virgin 8 90090 6First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1997 | Belgium | United Sounds Belgium 740 274-112", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1997 | US | Interhit Records 10164-112", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1998 | UK | Almighty Records 12ALMY120PROMO312", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | UK | Almighty Records 12ALMY120S12" | 12" |
| 1998 | UK | Almighty Records 12ALMY12012" | 12" |
| 1998 | UK | Almighty Records 12ALMY120PROMO112", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1998 | UK | Almighty Records 12ALMY120PROMO112", White Label | 12", White Label |
Tracklist
- ACarry On (Extended Mix)5:30
- B1Carry On (Radio Version)3:42
- B2Carry On (Instrumental Version)3:40
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Carry On are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Carry On are listed here, from 5 countries, released between 1992 and 1998.
When was Carry On first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1992, in Germany, Italy. One of them is Virgin 115 502.
How do I tell if my copy of Carry On is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 115 502, 615 502, 8 90090 6) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, S 115 502 A and S 115 502 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Carry On 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.
