UK
1975- Label and catalog number
- Bronze BRO 20
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · 4 Prong Centre
- Runout / matrix
BRO 20 A-1U OA-side stamped
BRO 20 B-1U -IB-side stamped
BRO 20-AA-side label
BRO 20-BB-side label
Vinyl pressings
Sunshine Day
by Osibisa · 1975
29 pressings16 countriesSoulFunkFunk / Soul
Sunshine Day was first pressed on vinyl in 1975. 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 Sunshine Day
18 pressings came out in 1975, 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.
UK
1975- Label and catalog number
- Bronze BRO 20
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Solid Centre
- Runout / matrix
BRO 20 A-1U OA-side stamped
BRO 20 B-1U -IB-side stamped
BRO 20-AA-side label
BRO 20-BB-side label
UK
1975- Label and catalog number
- Bronze BRO 20
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
BRO 20 A-1U G 1Runout, side A, stamped
BRO 20 B-DJ G 1Runout, side B, stamped
BRO 20-ALabel, side A
BRO 20 B-DJLabel, side B
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Island Records IS-053
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
IS-053-ASide A label
IS-053-BSide B label
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Island Records IS-053
- Format
- 7", Promo
US
1975- Label and catalog number
- Island Records IS-053
- Format
- 7", Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
IS 053-A-1Runout A Side [Etched]
KENDUN-ARunout A Side [Stamped]
TIRunout Both Sides [Etched]
IS 053-A-2Runout B Side [Etched]
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 29 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s25 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Argentina | Island Records 0001963First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | Australia | Bronze 21 - 020First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | Canada | Island Records IS-053First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | France | Bronze BRZ 012First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1975 | Germany | Bronze 16 479 ATFirst year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1975 | Germany | Bronze 16 493 XTFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | Ireland | Island Records BRO 20First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1975 | Italy | Bronze BRO 20First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1975 | Netherlands | Bronze 16 479 ATFirst year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1975 | Scandinavia | Island Records BRO. 20First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1975 | South Africa | Bronze TOS 1049 / Bronze BRO.20First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1975 | UK | Bronze BRO 20First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | UK | Bronze BRO 20First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1975 | UK | Bronze BRO 20First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1975 | US | Island Records IS-053First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
2000s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Italy | Just Music Just 01/0012" | 12" |
| 2003 | Italy | Just Latin TL 01 MIX12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
2010s2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Unknown | Island Records IS-05312", Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl | 12", Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Colored vinyl |
| 2013 | France | Island Records IS 053 A12", Promo, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Promo | 12", Promo, Unofficial Release · Unofficial, Promo |
Tracklist
- ASunshine Day3:08
- BBum To Bum5:38
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Sunshine Day are there?
29 vinyl pressings of Sunshine Day are listed here, from 16 countries, released between 1975 and 2013.
When was Sunshine Day first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1975, in UK, US, Argentina, Australia and more. One of them is Bronze BRO 20.
How do I tell if my copy of Sunshine Day is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use BRO 20, IS-053, 0001963, 21 - 020) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, BRO 20 A-1U O and BRO 20 B-1U -I. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Sunshine Day 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.
