US
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS-2555
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
CHS-2555-ASLabel Side A
CHS-2555-BSLabel Side B
Pat BenatarPromises In The Dark
Vinyl pressings
Promises In The Dark
by Pat Benatar · 1981
13 pressings8 countriesPop RockRock
Promises In The Dark was first pressed on vinyl in 1981. 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 Promises In The Dark
11 pressings came out in 1981, 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
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS-2555
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Terre Haute Pressing
- Runout / matrix
CHS-2555-AS T3 ♡ POGO 1TRunout Side A [Etched]
CHS-2555-BS T1 1TRunout Side B [Etched]
Artisan LogoRunout Side A [Stamped]
CHS-2555-ASLabel Side A
US
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS-2555
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene · Pitman
- Runout / matrix
CHS-2555-AS T3 ♡ POGO Artistan logo GFRunout Side A [Etched]
CHS-2555-BS pRunout Side B [Etched]
Artisan LogoRunout Side A [Stamped]
CHS-2555-ASLabel Side A
US
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis CHS-2555
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
CHS-2555-AS 1A (symbol)POGO (symbol)GFA-Side Runout Etching
CHS-2555-AS-DJ 1B (heart symbol) ROGO (symbol GFB-Side Runout Etching
Australia
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis K-8530
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Bolivia
1981- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis RCYS-5014
- Format
- 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
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.
1980s13 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Australia | Chrysalis K-8530First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Bolivia | Chrysalis RCYS-5014First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Canada | Chrysalis CHS-2555First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | France | Chrysalis PB 8810First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | Japan | Chrysalis WWS-17184First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1981 | Japan | Chrysalis WWS-17184First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1981 | New Zealand | Chrysalis K8530First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1981 | US | Chrysalis CHS-2555First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1981 | US | Chrysalis CHS-2555First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1981 | US | Chrysalis CHS-2555First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1981 | US | Chrysalis CHS-2555First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Styrene |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHS-25557", Single, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1982 | Spain | Chrysalis CHS-25557", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- APromises In The Dark4:48
- BEvil Genius4:34
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Promises In The Dark are there?
13 vinyl pressings of Promises In The Dark are listed here, from 8 countries, released between 1981 and 1982.
When was Promises In The Dark first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1981, in US, Australia, Bolivia, Canada and more. One of them is Chrysalis CHS-2555.
How do I tell if my copy of Promises In The Dark is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use CHS-2555, K-8530, RCYS-5014, PB 8810) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, CHS-2555-AS and CHS-2555-BS. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Promises In The Dark 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.
