France
June 1971- Label and catalog number
- Decca 83.003 A
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
83 003 A K4Runout side A
83 003 B K2Runout side B
83.003 ALabel side A
83.003 BLabel side B
Jeremy FaithJesus
Vinyl pressings
Jesus
by Jeremy Faith · 1971
26 pressings13 countriesGospelPop RockFunk / SoulPop
Jesus was first pressed on vinyl in 1971. 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 Jesus
22 pressings came out in 1971, the album's first year, in 12 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.
France
June 1971- Label and catalog number
- Decca 83.003 A
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Kristina Domotor's Cut #5
- Runout / matrix
83 003 A K5Stamped on runout area side A
83 003 B K5Stamped on runout area side B
83.003 ALabel side A
83.003 BLabel side B
UK
1971- Label and catalog number
- Decca F 13213
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- London Records 45-157
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene
- Runout / matrix
83003-AA-Side Label
83003-BB-Side Label
UK
1971- Label and catalog number
- Decca F R 13213
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
US
1971- Label and catalog number
- London Records 45-157
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Styrene
- Runout / matrix
83003A 24444 ƧA-Side Runout Etching
83003B 24443B-Side Runout Etching
83003-AA-Side Label
83003-BB-Side Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 26 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Belgium | Decca 128 83.003Y / Decca 83.003 AFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Belgium | Decca 83.003 A / Decca 128/83.003YFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Belgium | Decca 83.003First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Belgium | Decca 128/83.003Y / Decca 83.003 AFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Belgium | Decca 83.003 A / Decca 12883.003YFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Canada | London Records L.157First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Germany | Decca DL 25 472First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1971 | Germany | Decca DL 25 472First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1971 | Greece | Decca 45-GD 5182First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Italy | Decca C 16670 / Decca 45 - C 16670First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Italy | Decca 45 - C 16670First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Netherlands | Pink Elephant PE 22.583-HFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1971 | Portugal | Decca PE 110First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Spain | Decca MO 1164First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1971 | Sweden | Decca FR 13213First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AJesus (Chant)3:41
- BJesus (Instrumental)3:41
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Jesus are there?
26 vinyl pressings of Jesus are listed here, from 13 countries, released between 1971 and 1972.
When was Jesus first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1971, in France, UK, US, Belgium and more. One of them is Decca 83.003 A, released June 1971.
How do I tell if my copy of Jesus is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 83.003 A, F 13213, 45-157, F R 13213) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 83 003 A K4 and 83 003 B K2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Jesus 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.