France
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 2036277
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
203627 7 A 21 M3 363119Side 1
203627 7 B 21 M3 363120Side 2
Johnny Clegg & SavukaCruel, Crazy, Beautiful World
Vinyl pressings
Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World
by Johnny Clegg & Savuka · 1989
15 pressings7 countriesHouseSynth-popElectronic
Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World was first pressed on vinyl in 1989. 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 Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World
15 pressings came out in 1989, the album's first year, in 7 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
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 20 3627 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
France
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 2036276
- Format
- 12"
France
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 2036277
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
203627 7 A 21 M3 363119Runout stamped side A
203627 7 B 21 M3 363120Runout stamped side B
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 12EM 120
- Format
- 12"
UK
1989- Label and catalog number
- EMI 12EMX 120
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
12 EMX 120A-1J-1-1Side A
12 EMX 120B-1J-1-1Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 15 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s15 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Australia | EMI EMI 2337First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | Europe | EMI 006-20 3627 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1989 | France | EMI 2036277First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | France | EMI 20 3627 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1989 | France | EMI 2036276First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | France | EMI 2036277First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | Germany | EMI K 060 20 3627 6 / EMI 060-20 3627 6First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | Italy | EMI 14 2036276First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | Italy | EMI 06 2036277First year7", Single, Stereo | 7", Single, Stereo |
| 1989 | UK | EMI 12EM 120First year12" | 12" |
| 1989 | UK | EMI 12EMXDJ 120First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1989 | UK | EMI 12EMX 120First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1989 | UK | EMI EM 120First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1989 | US | Capitol Records V-15533First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1989 | US | Capitol Records 7PRO-79869First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
Tracklist
- ACruel, Crazy, Beautiful World3:58
- BGumba, Gumba, Jive4:30
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World are there?
15 vinyl pressings of Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World are listed here, from 7 countries.
When was Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1989, in France, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is EMI 2036277.
How do I tell if my copy of Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 2036277, 20 3627 6, 2036276, 12EM 120) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 203627 7 A 21 M3 363119 and 203627 7 B 21 M3 363120. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Cruel, Crazy, Beautiful World 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.
