UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 50London Records LONX 50 (882 008-1)
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
LONX 50 A // 2 ∇ 420 R 1 1 2Runout side A
LONX 50 B // 2 ∇ 420 R 1 1 2Runout side B
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Vinyl pressings
Somebody
by Junior · 1984
16 pressings5 countriesFunkSoulElectronicFunk / Soul
Somebody was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. 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 Somebody
16 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 5 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
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 50
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 50London Records 882 008-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Stereo · DJ Copy Only
- Runout / matrix
LONX 50 A // 1 ∇ 420 R 1 1 1Runout, A-side, stamped
LONX 50 B // 1 ∇ 420 R 1 1 2Runout, B-side, stamped
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 50London Records 882 008-7
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
LON 50 A // 1 ▽ 420 1 4A side runout, stamped
LON 50 B // 1 ▽ 420 1 1 6B side runout, stamped
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 50London Records 882 008-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Paper Labels, Solid Centre
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONDJ 50
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
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.
1980s16 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Canada | London Records LDSX 216First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1984 | Canada | London Records LDS 216First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | France | London Records 882 010-1First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1984 | France | Mercury 882 010-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Netherlands | London Records 882 008-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1984 | Netherlands | London Records 882 008-1First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LONX 50 / London Records LONX 50 (882 008-1)First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LON 50First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LONX 50 / London Records 882 008-1First year12", 45 RPM, Advance, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Advance, Stereo |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LON 50 / London Records 882 008-7First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LONDJ 50First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | UK | London Records LON 50 / London Records 882 008-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1984 | US | London Records 882 008-1 DJFirst year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | US | London Records 882 008-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1984 | US | London Records 882 008-7 DJFirst year7", 45 RPM, Promo, Styrene, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Styrene, Stereo · Promo |
Tracklist
- ASomebody
- B1Somebody (Extreme Mix)
- B2Saying Something
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Somebody are there?
16 vinyl pressings of Somebody are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Somebody first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in UK, US, Canada, France and more. One of them is London Records LONX 50.
How do I tell if my copy of Somebody is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use LONX 50, LON 50, LONDJ 50, 882 008-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, LONX 50 A // 2 ∇ 420 R 1 1 2 and LONX 50 B // 2 ∇ 420 R 1 1 2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Somebody 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.
