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Oscar PetersonThe History Of An Artist

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The History Of An Artist

by Oscar Peterson · 1974

21 pressings9 countriesBopJazz

The History Of An Artist was first pressed on vinyl in 1974. 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 The History Of An Artist

12 pressings came out in 1974, 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

1974
Label and catalog number
Pablo Records 2625 702
Format
LP, Album, Stereo
Runout / matrix

2625-702-PP-1033 KENDUNRunout side A, variant 1

2625-702 PP-1034 KENDUNRunout side B, variant 1

2625-702 PP-1035 KENDUNRunout side C, variant 1

2625-702 PP-1036 KENDUNRunout side D, variant 1

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US

1974
Label and catalog number
Pablo Records 2625 702
Format
LP, Album · Gatefold
Runout / matrix

2625-0702A PP-1033 A1 KENDUNSide A Etched (except KENDUN which is stamped)

2625-0702B PP-1034 A1 KENDUNSide B Etched (except KENDUN which is stamped)

2625-0702C PP-1035 A1 KENDUNSide C Etched (except KENDUN which is stamped)

2625-0702D PP-1036 A1 KENDUNSide D Etched (except KENDUN which is stamped)

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UK

1974
Label and catalog number
Pablo Records 2625 702
Format
LP, Album, Stereo · Gatefold
Runout / matrix

2335705 A//2 420 03 12 2Runout Side A (stamped)

2335705 B//5 420 05 13 4Runout Side B (stamped)

2335706 A//1 420 05 12 3Runout Side C (stamped)

2335706 B//1V420 05 11 9Runout Side D (stamped)

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Canada

1974
Label and catalog number
Pablo Records 2625 702
Format
LP, Album · Gatefold
Runout / matrix

2625-702A. GT.Side A runout

2625-702B. GT.Side B runout

2625-702C. GT.Side C runout

2625-702D. GT.Side D runout

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Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.

All 21 vinyl pressings

By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.

1970s15 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
1974CanadaPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974FrancePablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974FrancePablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974GermanyPablo Records 2625 702 / Pablo Records 2625-702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974GermanyPablo Records 2625 702 / Pablo Records 2335 706First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974ItalyPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974ItalyPablo Records 2625 702 AFirst yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974JapanPablo Records MTZ 8005/6First yearLP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
1974UKPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
1974USPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1974USPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
1974USPablo Records 2625 702First yearLP, AlbumLP, Album
1975CanadaPablo Records 2625 702LP, Album, ReissueLP, Album, Reissue
1975JapanPablo Records MW 9053~4LP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
1975JapanPablo Records MW 9053/4LP, Album, Promo, Stereo · PromoLP, Album, Promo, Stereo · Promo
1980s3 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
1981SpainPablo Records PE 12003/4LP, AlbumLP, Album
1981SpainPablo Records PE 12003/4LP, AlbumLP, Album
1983ScandinaviaPablo Records 2625 702LP, Album, ReissueLP, Album, Reissue
Year unknown3 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
?CanadaPablo Records 2625 702LPLP
?GermanyPablo Records 2625 702LP, AlbumLP, Album
?GermanyPablo Records 2625 702 / Pablo Records 2335 705LP, Album, Reissue, StereoLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo

Tracklist

  1. A1R. B. Blues3:55
  2. A2I Wished On The Moon7:36
  3. A3You Can Depend On Me7:00
  4. A4This Is Where It's At7:50
  5. B1Okie Blues8:45
  6. B2I Want To Be Happy4:20
  7. B3Texas Blues7:35
  8. C1Mainstem5:10
  9. C2Don't Get Around Much Anymore3:12
  10. C3Swamp Fire2:52
  11. C4In A Sentimental Mood5:09
  12. C5Greasy Blues (For Count Basie)5:20
  13. C6Sweety Blues (For Harry Edison)2:59
  14. D1Gay's Blues6:00
  15. D2The Good Life5:15
  16. D3Richard's Round4:20
  17. D4Lady Of The Lavender Mist4:15

Questions

How many vinyl pressings of The History Of An Artist are there?

21 vinyl pressings of The History Of An Artist are listed here, from 9 countries, released between 1974 and 1983.

When was The History Of An Artist first released on vinyl?

The earliest pressings are from 1974, in US, UK, Canada, France and more. One of them is Pablo Records 2625 702.

How do I tell if my copy of The History Of An Artist is a first pressing?

Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 2625 702, 2625 702 A, MTZ 8005/6) 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 The History Of An Artist 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.

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