Benelux
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive 151.184Jive 151 184
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, EP
- Runout / matrix
151.184 ASide 1 Label
151.184 BSide 2 Label
Richard Jon SmithThe ABC Of Kissing
Vinyl pressings
The ABC Of Kissing
by Richard Jon Smith · 1985
20 pressings9 countriesDiscoBoogieFunk / Soul
The ABC Of Kissing was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 ABC Of Kissing
20 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 9 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
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 85
- Format
- 12"
- Runout / matrix
JIVE.T.85.A5 POUNDA TA1PE
JIVE.T.85.B1 DENIS TAPE ONE
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE T 85
- Format
- 12"
- Runout / matrix
JIVET 85 A1Runout Side A
JIVET 85 B1Runout Side B
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 85
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE P85B
- Format
- 7", Shape, Picture Disc
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Jive JIVE 85
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM · Paper label solid centre
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 20 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s20 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Benelux | Jive 151.184 / Jive 151 184First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1985 | Canada | Jive JVD 032First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Canada | Jive JIVE 85XFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Germany | Jive 6.20439First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single · Colored vinyl | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single · Colored vinyl |
| 1985 | Germany | Jive 6.14350 ACFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Germany | Jive 6.20439First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Promo, White Label · Promo |
| 1985 | Netherlands | Jive 145.152First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Peru | Jive 01.44.710141First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Philippines | New York Records NEW-9257First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Philippines | Jive OC-EP-17031 / Jive JIVE T 85First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | South Africa | Jive JIVE 1285First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | South Africa | Jive JIVE 85First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Spain | Jive JIVE T 85First year12", 45 RPM, EP | 12", 45 RPM, EP |
| 1985 | Spain | Jive JIVE 85First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | UK | Jive JIVE T 85First year12" | 12" |
Tracklist
- AThe ABC Of Kissing (Extended Version)6:00
- B1The ABC Of Kissing (Instrumental)5:20
- B2Jessica4:50
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The ABC Of Kissing are there?
20 vinyl pressings of The ABC Of Kissing are listed here, from 9 countries.
When was The ABC Of Kissing first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Benelux, UK, Canada, Germany and more. One of them is Jive 151.184.
How do I tell if my copy of The ABC Of Kissing is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 151.184, JIVE T 85, JIVE 85, JIVE P85B) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 151.184 A and 151.184 B. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is The ABC Of Kissing 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.