US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK HERbIE JR :^) SMKRunout side A
SWRL-2203-B HERbIE JR :^) SMKRunout side B
Vinyl pressings
Walking On Sunshine '82
by Rockers Revenge · 1982
51 pressings19 countriesBoogieElectronicFunk / Soul
Walking On Sunshine '82 was first pressed on vinyl in 1982. 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 Walking On Sunshine '82
33 pressings came out in 1982, the album's first year, in 15 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
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK HERbIE Jr :v) SMKSide A runout
SWRL-2203-B HERbIE Jr :v) SMKSide B runout
US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A HERbIE JR :^)Etchings side A
SWRL-2203-B HERbIE JR :^)Etchings side B
MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORKMachine stamp both sides
US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Special Cut · Sound Makers Pressing
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A SmK MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK HERbIE Jr :v)Runout side A
SWRL-2203-A HERbIE Jr :v) SmKRunout side B
US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A HERbIE JR :^)Etchings side A
SWRL-2203-B HERbIE JR :^)Etchings side B
MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORKMachine stamp on side A
US
1982- Label and catalog number
- Streetwise SWRL 2203
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
SWRL-2203-A HERBIE JR [stylised smiley face]Side A runout
SWRL-2203-B HERBIE JR [stylised smiley face]Side B runout
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 51 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s40 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Unknown | Not On Label 6.2015812", Maxi-Single, Promo, Test Pressing · Test pressing, Promo | 12", Maxi-Single, Promo, Test Pressing · Test pressing, Promo |
| 1982 | Australia | London Records LON 11First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Europe | Ariola 600.659 / Dance Records 600.659First year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1982 | Europe | Ariola 104 595 / Dance Records 104.595First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1982 | France | Decca 290 024 / Decca 290.024First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1982 | France | Decca 100.271First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | Germany | Metronome 0930.089First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1982 | Germany | Metronome 0930.098First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Germany | Metronome 0030.583First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1982 | Italy | F1 Team DM 952First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1982 | Jamaica | Decca SWRL 2203First year7", 45 RPM, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1982 | New Zealand | London Records LON 11First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1982 | Panama | Padisco SS-017First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Portugal | London International PLON 11First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1982 | Scandinavia | London Records LON 11First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
1990s3 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Canada | Unidisc SPEC-161412" | 12" |
| 1991 | US | Warlock Classics WAR-80112", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 1991 | US | Warlock Classics WAR-80112", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
2000s6 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | UK | S12 S12DJ19012", 45 RPM, Reissue | 12", 45 RPM, Reissue |
| 2005 | US | Gossip Records GG-106612", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 2005 | US | Gossip Records GG-1066P12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2005 | US | Gossip Records GG1067P12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2005 | Spain | Cassagrande CSG-1204MX12" | 12" |
| 2005 | US | Gossip Records GG106712" | 12" |
2010s1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | UK | Full Intention Records FI026V12", 45 RPM, Reissue · Colored vinyl | 12", 45 RPM, Reissue · Colored vinyl |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Jamaica | Not On Label12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Tracklist
- A1Walking On Sunshine '829:30
- A2Acappella Sunshine4:30
- B1Rockin' On Sunshine10:30
- B2Walking On Sunshine '824:30
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Walking On Sunshine '82 are there?
51 vinyl pressings of Walking On Sunshine '82 are listed here, from 19 countries, released between 1982 and 2019.
When was Walking On Sunshine '82 first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1982, in US, UK, Ireland, Australia and more. One of them is Streetwise SWRL 2203.
How do I tell if my copy of Walking On Sunshine '82 is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use SWRL 2203, LONX 11, LON 11, LON DJ 11) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, SWRL-2203-A MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK HERbIE JR :^) SMK and SWRL-2203-B HERbIE JR :^) SMK. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Walking On Sunshine '82 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.