US
February 19, 1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G958L
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
A4RS-5238-1-E HS-1931.3 G958L S-1 TvC LSide A runout
A4RS-5239-1-E HS-1932.2 G958L S-2 TvC LSide B runout
Martha Reeves & The VandellasBlack Magic
Vinyl pressings
Black Magic
by Martha Reeves & The Vandellas · 1972
13 pressings8 countriesSoulFunk / Soul
Black Magic was first pressed on vinyl in 1972. 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 Black Magic
12 pressings came out in 1972, the album's first year, in 7 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.
US
February 19, 1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G958LGordy G 958L
- Format
- LP, Album · Indianapolis Pressing
- Runout / matrix
HS-1931-3 G958L S-1Runout A etched [Var 1]
A4RS-5238-1 A1 ⅠRunout A stamped [Var 1]
HS-1932-2 G958L S-2Runout B etched [Var 1]
A4RS-5239-1 Ⅰ B1Runout B stamped [Var 1]
US
February 19, 1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G958LGordy G 958L
- Format
- LP, Album · Hollywood Pressing
- Runout / matrix
A4RS-5238-1-B HRunout A stamped
HS-1931-3 G958L S-1. dh.Runout A etched
A4RS-5239-1-B HRunout B stamped
HS-1932-2 G958L S-2. dh.Runout B etched
US
February 19, 1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G958LGordy G 958L
- Format
- LP, Album, Stereo
US
February 19, 1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G958L
- Format
- LP, Album
- Runout / matrix
HS-1931-3Side A
HS-1932-2Side B
US
1972- Label and catalog number
- Gordy G 958L-DJGordy G 958L
- Format
- LP, Album, Promo
- Runout / matrix
G 958L-DJA Side Label
G 958L-DJB Side Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 13 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s12 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Italy | Tamla Motown TSM ST 60026 / Gordy G958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | Japan | Tamla Motown SWG-7573First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | South Africa | Tamla Motown TMC 5224First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G 958L-DJ / Gordy G 958LFirst yearLP, Album, Promo · Promo | LP, Album, Promo · Promo |
| 1972 | Venezuela | Motown LPS-77930First yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G958L / Gordy G 958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G958L / Gordy G 958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G958L / Gordy G 958LFirst yearLP, Album, Stereo | LP, Album, Stereo |
| 1972 | US | Gordy G958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | Canada | Tamla Motown G 958LFirst yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
| 1972 | UK | Tamla Motown STML 11204 / Tamla Motown 1E 062 ◦ 93267First yearLP, Album | LP, Album |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Germany | Tamla Motown 1C 062-93267LP, Album | LP, Album |
Tracklist
- A1No One There3:32
- A2Your Love Makes It All Worthwhile3:24
- A3Something2:41
- A4Benjamin3:29
- A5Tear It On Down3:27
- A6I've Given You The Best Years Of My Life2:58
- B1Bless You2:58
- B2I Want You Back2:50
- B3In And Out Of My Life2:56
- B4Anyone Who Had A Heart3:57
- B5Hope I Don't Get My Heart Broken3:41
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Black Magic are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Black Magic are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Black Magic first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1972, in US, UK, Canada, Italy and more. One of them is Gordy G958L, released February 19, 1972.
How do I tell if my copy of Black Magic is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use G958L, G 958L-DJ, STML 11204, G 958L) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, A4RS-5238-1-E HS-1931.3 G958L S-1 TvC L and A4RS-5239-1-E HS-1932.2 G958L S-2 TvC L. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Black Magic 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.
