US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JD-1-9361
- Format
- 12"
Hugh MasekelaLady
Vinyl pressings
Lady
by Hugh Masekela · 1985
20 pressings9 countriesAfrobeatCape JazzSynth-popElectronic
Lady was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 Lady
20 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 9 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
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive Afrika JD1-9361
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, Stereo
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JS1-9360
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JS1-9360
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JDI-9361
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
JDI -9361-SA 1 Ernie STERLINGSide 1 Runout, Etched, Sterling, Stamped
JDI -9361-SB II Ernie STERLINGSide 2 Runout, Etched, Sterling, Stamped
JDI -9361-SASide 1: Center Label - printed
JDI -9361-SBSide 2: Center Label - printed
Country unknown
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive Jive T 94
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label
- Runout / matrix
JIVE T 94 A1Side A Runout [Etched]
JIVE T 94 B1Side B Runout [Etched]
KUNDA TA1PESide A Runout [Etched]
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 20 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s20 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Unknown | Jive Jive T 94First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1985 | Canada | Jive JVD 033First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | France | Jive Afrika 13889 / Jive Afrika 13 889First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Jive Afrika 6.20442First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM · Colored vinyl | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM · Colored vinyl |
| 1985 | Germany | Jive Afrika 6.14374First year7", Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | Jive 145.167First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | Jive 151.189First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | South Africa | Vuka Afrika VUS 22First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Spain | Jive Afrika JIVE T-94First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Spain | Jive Jive 94First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Jive Afrika JIVE 94First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | UK | Jive Jive T 94First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | UK | Jive Afrika Jive T 94First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1985 | UK | Jive Afrika JIVE T 94First year12", 45 RPM, Special Edition | 12", 45 RPM, Special Edition |
| 1985 | UK & Europe | Jive 151.189First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- A1Lady (Remix)6:23
- A2Lady (Album Version)6:36
- BCoal Train (Stimela)17:16
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Lady are there?
20 vinyl pressings of Lady are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was Lady first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in US, UK, Canada, France and more. One of them is Jive JD-1-9361.
How do I tell if my copy of Lady is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use JD-1-9361, JD1-9361, JS1-9360, JDI-9361) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Lady 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.
