Australia
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records 810 174-7Streetwise 810 174-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
700 810-174-7 A.Side A runout etched
700 810-174-7 BSide B runout etched
Vinyl pressings
Popcorn Love
by New Edition · 1983
22 pressings12 countriesElectroDiscoElectronicFunk / Soul
Popcorn Love was first pressed on vinyl in 1983. 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 Popcorn Love
22 pressings came out in 1983, the album's first year, in 12 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.
Australia
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records 810 285-1Streetwise 810 285-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
700 810-285-1 ASide one runout hand etched
700 810-285-1 BSide two runout hand etched
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records LONX 31Streetwise 810 285-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
LONX 31 A//1▽420 R 1 2Stamped Runout, Side A
LONX 31 B//1▽420 R 1 1 1Stamped Runout, Side B
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 31London Records 810 174-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Injection Moulded Silver
- Runout / matrix
LON 31 A//1▽420 R 11 4 ARUN 1Runout side A
LON 31 B//1▽420 R 11 8 1Runout side B
ZPMSC 10407Label side A
ZPMSC 10408Label side B
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 31
- Format
- 7", Single, Limited Edition · Poster Edition
UK
1983- Label and catalog number
- London Records LON 31London Records 810 174-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
ZPMSC 10407Label side A
ZPMSC 10408Label side B
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Australia | London Records 810 174-7 / Streetwise 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Australia | London Records 810 285-1 / Streetwise 810 285-1First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Canada | London Records LDS 209 / Streetwise LDS 209First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1983 | France | London Records 810.285-1 / London Records 810 285-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | France | London Records 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | Germany | Metronome 810 285-1First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1983 | Germany | Metronome 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | Japan | London Records S07P1044First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1983 | Japan | London Records S07P 1044First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1983 | Netherlands | London Records 810 285-1First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1983 | Netherlands | London Records 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1983 | New Zealand | London Records 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Portugal | Streetwise 810 174-7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1983 | South Africa | London Records TOS 1456First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1983 | Spain | London Records 9-29 014First year12", EP, 45 RPM | 12", EP, 45 RPM |
Tracklist
- APopcorn Love (Remix)4:52
- B1Pass The Beat4:38
- B2Popcorn Love (Instrumental)7:27
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Popcorn Love are there?
22 vinyl pressings of Popcorn Love are listed here, from 12 countries.
When was Popcorn Love first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1983, in Australia, UK, US, Canada and more. One of them is London Records 810 174-7.
How do I tell if my copy of Popcorn Love is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 810 174-7, 810 285-1, LONX 31, LON 31) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 700 810-174-7 A. and 700 810-174-7 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Popcorn Love 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.
