France
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 007956
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
Loose EndsGolden Years
Vinyl pressings
Golden Years
by Loose Ends · 1985
11 pressings5 countriesFunkSoulDowntempoElectronic
Golden Years 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 Golden Years
11 pressings came out in 1985, 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.
France
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 007957
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
007957 A 1 M3 351202A side
007957 B 1 M3 351203B side
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 795-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VS 79512 A-1U-1-1- JARunout side A
VS 79512 B-2U-1-1-Runout side B
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 795
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 795-12 DJ
- Format
- 12", Promo
Australia
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS-79512
- Format
- 12"
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s11 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS-79512First year12" | 12" |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS-79512First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS-795First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS-795First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Europe | Virgin 601 903 / Virgin 601 903-213First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | France | Virgin 007956First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | France | Virgin 007957First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Ireland | Virgin VS 795First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Virgin VS 795-12 DJFirst year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | UK | Virgin VS 795-12First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | UK | Virgin VS 795First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
Tracklist
- AGolden Years3:50
- BLet's Rock3:52
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Golden Years are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Golden Years are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Golden Years first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in France, UK, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is Virgin 007956.
How do I tell if my copy of Golden Years is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 007956, 007957, VS 795-12, VS 795) 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 Golden Years 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.
