France
1972- Label and catalog number
- Decca 84.068Decca 84.068 A
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Blue Labels
- Runout / matrix
84068 A G2Runout groove side A
84068 B G2Runout groove side B
84.068 ACenter label side A
84.068 BCenter label side B
Rod HunterPopcorn
Vinyl pressings
Popcorn
by Rod Hunter · 1972
22 pressings14 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Popcorn was first pressed on vinyl in 1972. 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 Popcorn
20 pressings came out in 1972, 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.
France
1972- Label and catalog number
- Decca 84.068Decca 84.068 A
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Black Labels
- Runout / matrix
84068 A G2Runout area side A
84068 B G2Runout area side B
84.068 AOn label A
84.068 BOn label B
Argentina
1972- Label and catalog number
- London Records 33 DLM 5129
- Format
- 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
Belgium
1972- Label and catalog number
- Decca 84.068Fonior 84.068
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
84068 A/1 ABSide A
84068 B/1 ABSide B
Belgium
1972- Label and catalog number
- Decca 84.068Fonior 84.068
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
84068 A/1Side A
84068 B/1Side B
Belgium
1972- Label and catalog number
- Decca 84.068Decca 129-84.068Y
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
84068 A/1Runout Side A
84068 B/1Runout Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1970s20 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Argentina | London Records 33 DLM 5129First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Belgium | Decca 84.068 / Fonior 84.068First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Belgium | Decca 84.068 / Fonior 84.068First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Belgium | Decca 84.068 / Decca 129-84.068YFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Brazil | London Records 7L-6107First year7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 7", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Chile | London Records DLM 17265First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono |
| 1972 | Chile | London Records DLM 17265First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono |
| 1972 | France | Decca 84.068 / Decca 84.068 AFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | France | Decca 84.068 / Decca 84.068 AFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Italy | Decca C 16684First year45 RPM, 7", Stereo | 45 RPM, 7", Stereo |
| 1972 | Lebanon | Decca 84.068First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Mexico | London Records 45/10022First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Spain | Decca MO 1274First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1972 | Spain | Decca MO 1274First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1972 | Turkey | Decca 72113First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Angola | Decca PE 1197", Single | 7", Single |
| ? | Portugal | Decca PE 1197", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- APopcorn3:10
- BSnoopy3:00
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Popcorn are there?
22 vinyl pressings of Popcorn are listed here, from 14 countries.
When was Popcorn first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1972, in France, Argentina, Belgium, Brazil and more. One of them is Decca 84.068.
How do I tell if my copy of Popcorn is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 84.068, 33 DLM 5129, 7L-6107, DLM 17265) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 84068 A G2 and 84068 B G2. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Popcorn 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.