Canada
1977- Label and catalog number
- Smash Disco Records SS-5700
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
SS5700-A SNB-BKSide A run-out area [Hand-Etched]
SS5700-B SNB-BKSide B run-out area [Hand-Etched]
Vinyl pressings
Music
by Montreal Sound · 1977
24 pressings13 countriesDiscoElectronicFunk / Soul
Music was first pressed on vinyl in 1977. 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 Music
21 pressings came out in 1977, the album's first year, in 13 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.
Canada
1977- Label and catalog number
- Smash Disco Records SS 9700
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
SS9700-A SNB-BKRunout Side A
SS9700-B SNB-BKRunout Side B
Canada
1977- Label and catalog number
- Smash Disco Records SS 9700
- Format
- 7", Promo
Canada
1977- Label and catalog number
- Smash Disco Records SS 9700
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
SS9700-A SNB-BKSide A, in wax
SS9700-B SNB-BKSide B, in wax
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Creole Records CR 145
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Limited Edition, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
CR-145-A-1 ⋀Side A runout
CR-145-B-1 ⋀Side B runout
CR 145ASide A label
CR 145BSide B label
UK
1977- Label and catalog number
- Creole Records CR 145
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CR 145 A1 2 ΛRunout side A, etched, except [2 Λ] stamped variant 1
CR 145 B1 ΛRunout side B, etched, except [Λ] stamped variant 1
CR 145 A1 6 ΛRunout side A, etched, except [6 Λ] stamped variant 2
CR 145 B1 3 ΛRunout side B, etched, except [3 Λ] stamped variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 24 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s24 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Australia | Miracle Records MS 509First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | Brazil | Building Records BGCS-1689First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Canada | Smash Disco Records SS-5700First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | Canada | Smash Disco Records SS 9700First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Canada | Smash Disco Records SS 9700First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | Canada | Smash Disco Records SS 9700First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1977 | Colombia | Epic 49127First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1977 | Ecuador | Aquarius Records 122-0027First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | France | Vogue 45.X.140336First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | Germany | Decca 6.12210 ACFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1977 | Italy | Baby Records Disco Mix 4 / Baby Records Discomix 4First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1977 | Italy | Baby Records BR 043First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | Italy | Baby Records BR 043First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1977 | Italy | Baby Records Disco Mix 4 / Baby Records Discomix 4First year12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1977 | Portugal | Belter 06-137First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AMusic (Very Special Disco Mix By PAJ)
- BMusic (Original Version)6:40
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Music are there?
24 vinyl pressings of Music are listed here, from 13 countries, released between 1977 and 1979.
When was Music first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1977, in Canada, UK, US, Australia and more. One of them is Smash Disco Records SS-5700.
How do I tell if my copy of Music is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use SS-5700, SS 9700, CR 145, 53) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, SS5700-A SNB-BK and SS5700-B SNB-BK. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Music 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.