US
2003- Label and catalog number
- Star Trak Entertainment 82876-54243-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
82876-54243-1SA RJ STERLINGRunout A
82876-54243-1SB RJ STERLINGRunout B
Vinyl pressings
Milkshake
by Kelis · 2003
28 pressings4 countriesHouseElectronic
Milkshake was first pressed on vinyl in 2003. 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 Milkshake
11 pressings came out in 2003, the album's first year, in 4 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
2003- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTDJX 1863
- Format
- 12", Promo, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VUSTDJX 1863 A-1-1 PSSide A
VUSTDJX 1863 B-1-1 PSSide B
UK
2003- Label and catalog number
- Star Trak Entertainment VSTDJY 1863Arista VSTDJY 1863
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
UK
2003- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTDJX 1863
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label
US
2003- Label and catalog number
- Arista 82876 58534 1
- Format
- 12", Promo
US
2003- Label and catalog number
- Star Trak Entertainment 82876 56686-1
- Format
- 12", Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 28 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Europe | Virgin VSTX1863 / Arista VSTX 1863First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Virgin VSTDJX 1863First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Star Trak Entertainment VSTDJY 1863 / Arista VSTDJY 1863First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Virgin VSTDJX 1863First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 2003 | UK | Virgin VUSTDJX 1863 / Virgin VUSTDJXX 186312", Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing | 12", Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing |
| 2003 | US | Star Trak Entertainment 82876-54243-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2003 | US | Arista 82876 58534 1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | US | Star Trak Entertainment 82876 56686-1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | US | Star Trak Entertainment 82876-59257-1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | US | Star Trak Entertainment 82876-54243-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2003 | UK & Europe | Virgin VSTDJ1863First year12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 33 ⅓ RPM · Promo |
| 2003 | UK & Europe | Virgin VSTDJXX1863First year12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 12", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 2004 | UK | Virgin VSTX1863 / Arista VSTX 186312", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2004 | UK | Not On Label (Kelis) KAMI 00112", Unofficial Release, Single Sided, 33 ⅓ RPM · Unofficial | 12", Unofficial Release, Single Sided, 33 ⅓ RPM · Unofficial |
| 2004 | UK | Not On Label (Kelis) 12MILK 00912", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | UK | Not On Label (Kelis) DONSHAKE12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial | 12", Single Sided, Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial |
| ? | UK | Not On Label RH00112", Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial | 12", Unofficial Release, White Label · Unofficial |
Tracklist
- A1Milkshake3:05
- A2Milkshake (Acappella)2:57
- B1Milkshake (Instrumental)3:05
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Milkshake are there?
28 vinyl pressings of Milkshake are listed here, from 4 countries, released between 2003 and 2004.
When was Milkshake first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2003, in US, UK, UK & Europe, Europe. One of them is Star Trak Entertainment 82876-54243-1.
How do I tell if my copy of Milkshake is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 82876-54243-1, VSTDJX 1863, VSTDJY 1863, 82876 58534 1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 82876-54243-1SA RJ STERLING and 82876-54243-1SB RJ STERLING. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Milkshake 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.
