UK
January 26, 1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Push-out Centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1A-side stamped
RAK 327 B-1B-side stamped
RAK 327AA-side label
RAK 327BB-side label
Vinyl pressings
Kids In America
by Kim Wilde · 1981
41 pressings21 countriesNew WaveSynth-popElectronicPop
Kids In America was first pressed on vinyl in 1981. 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 Kids In America
31 pressings came out in 1981, the album's first year, in 18 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
January 26, 1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1A-side stamped
RAK 327 B-1B-side stamped
RAK 327A 45A-side label
RAK 327B 45B-side label
UK
January 26, 1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Push-out centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1A-side runout, stamped, variant 1
RAK 327 B-1B-side runout, stamped, variant 1
RAK 327 A-1 G 1Runout side A, stamped, variant 2
RAK 327 B-1 1 3 1Runout side B, stamped, variant 2
UK
January 26, 1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1A-side runout, stamped
RAK 327 B-1B-side runout, stamped
RAK 327AA-side label
RAK 327BB-side label
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1 3Runout Side A
RAK 327 B-1 2Runout Side B
RAK 327A 45Label Side A
RAK 327B 45Label Side B
UK
1981- Label and catalog number
- RAK RAK 327
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Knockout Centre
- Runout / matrix
RAK 327 A-1 42 2Side A runout
RAK 327 B-1 70 1̶ 2Side B runout
RAK 327ASide A label
RAK 327BSide B label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 41 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s40 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Australia | RAK RAK-418First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Brazil | RAK 31C00664249First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Europe | RAK 1C 008-64 249 / EMI Electrola 1C 008-64 249First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1981 | France | RAK 2C008-64.249 / RAK 2C 008-64249First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | France | RAK 2C008-64.249 / RAK 2C 008-64249First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | France | RAK 2C008-64.249 / RAK 2C 008-64249First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | Germany | RAK 1C 008-64 249First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | Guatemala | EMI 4574First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Ireland | RAK RAK 327First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Japan | RAK ERS-17137First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | Netherlands | RAK 1A 006-64249First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | New Zealand | RAK RAK 327First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Peru | EMI 01.21.1873First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Portugal | RAK 11C 008-64249First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1981 | South Africa | RAK RAKJ 1089First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
1990s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | US | EMI B-81107", 45 RPM, Reissue | 7", 45 RPM, Reissue |
Tracklist
- AKids In America3:26
- BTuning In Tuning On4:30
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Kids In America are there?
41 vinyl pressings of Kids In America are listed here, from 21 countries, released between 1981 and 1991.
When was Kids In America first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1981, in UK, US, Germany, South Africa and more. One of them is RAK RAK 327, released January 26, 1981.
How do I tell if my copy of Kids In America is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use RAK 327, B-8110, 1C 052-64 249 YZ, RAKJ 1089) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, RAK 327 A-1 and RAK 327 B-1. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Kids In America 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.
