Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA SFL1 0136
- Format
- LP, Album
Vinyl pressings
The Heart Of The Matter
by Kenny Rogers · 1985
22 pressings17 countriesPopFolkWorld& Country
The Heart Of The Matter 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 The Heart Of The Matter
22 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 17 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.
Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA PL 87 023RCA PL87023
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
DM B-3319 A-1 85 S II IIRunout A, variant 1
DM B-3319 B-1 85 S IIRunout B, variant 1
DM B-3319 A-1 85 S II IIRunout A, variant 2
DM B-3319 B-1 85 S II IIIRunout B, variant 2
US
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA AJL1-7023
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
AJL1-7023-A 2S Wally MASTERED BY CAPITOL I A4 FVariant 1 Side A etched except MASTER... I A4
AJL1-7023-B 2S Wally MASTERED BY CAPITOL I A2 MVariant 1 Side B etched except MASTER... I A2
AJL1-7023-A 2S Wally MASTERED BY CAPITOL I A3 C cVariant 2 Side A etched except MASTER... I A4
AJL1-7023-B 1S Wally MASTERED BY CAPITOL I A2 CVariant 2 Side B etched except MASTER... I A3 C
Australia
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA Victor SFL1 0136
- Format
- LP, Album
Brazil
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA 104.4205
- Format
- LP, Album
Canada
1985- Label and catalog number
- RCA Victor AJL1-7023
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
AJL1-7023 A G. (CR)Side A runout
AJL1-7023 B ② G. (CR)Side B runout
AJL1-7023-ASide A label
AJL1-7023-BSide B label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Argentina | RCA Victor TLP 60185First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | RCA Victor SFL1 0136First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Brazil | RCA 104.4205First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Canada | RCA Victor AJL1-7023First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Colombia | RCA 05(0131)02129First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Ecuador | RCA 923-1064First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Europe | RCA SFL1 0136First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Europe | RCA PL 87 023 / RCA PL87023First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1985 | Greece | RCA RCLP 20354First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Israel | RCA Victor AJL1-7023First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Italy | RCA PL 87023First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1985 | Italy | RCA PL 87023First yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Japan | RCA RPL-8313First yearLP, Album, Promo, Stereo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1985 | Japan | RCA RPL-8313First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1985 | Mexico | RCA MILS-4718First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
Tracklist
- A1I Don't Wanna Have To Worry3:39
- A2The Heart Of The Matter4:35
- A3You Made Me Feel Love3:40
- A4Morning Desire4:08
- A5Don't Look In My Eyes3:32
- B1The Best Of Me3:58
- B2Tomb Of The Unknown Love4:02
- B3People In Love3:02
- B4I Can't Believe Your Eyes3:01
- B5Our Perfect Song4:00
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Heart Of The Matter are there?
22 vinyl pressings of The Heart Of The Matter are listed here, from 17 countries.
When was The Heart Of The Matter first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Europe, US, Australia, Brazil and more. One of them is RCA SFL1 0136.
How do I tell if my copy of The Heart Of The Matter is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use SFL1 0136, PL 87 023, AJL1-7023, 104.4205) 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 The Heart Of The Matter 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.
