UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone RP 6103
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Shape, Single, Picture Disc
- Runout / matrix
R-60̶103-A ORLAKESide A runout
R̶1̶6̶ R-6103- B ORLAKESide B runout
SaxonBack On The Streets
Vinyl pressings
Back On The Streets
by Saxon · 1985
14 pressings5 countriesHeavy MetalRock
Back On The Streets 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 Back On The Streets
13 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 5 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
- Parlophone 12 RA6103
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
12 RA 6103 A-1U-1-2 D TOWNHOUSE=)Side A runout
12 RA 6103 B-1U-1-1- D TOWNHOUSESide B runout
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 12 R6103Parlophone 12R 6103
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
12 R 6103 A-3U-1-1- D TOWNHOUSE GORDON AND BARRY 'YOUR CHEQUE'S IN THE POST!'Side A runout
12 R 6103 B-4U-1- 1 D TOWNHOUSESide B runout
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone R 6103Parlophone R6103
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
DBoth Sides - Stamped
R 6103A -3U-1-Q3-X1A-Side - Stamped (Variant 1)
TOWNHOUSEA-Side - Etched
R 6103 B-3U-1-Q 4-1B-Side - Stamped (Variant 1)
Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 1A 006 20 0766 7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
2007667-A2-CSide A: [Stamped], variant 1
2007667-B2-CSide B: [Stamped], variant 1
2007667-A2-C 1 1 CAIRunout side A, variant 2
2007667-B2-C 1 1 CAIRunout side B, variant 2
Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- Parlophone 060-20 0765 6Parlophone 1C K 060 20 0765 6
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
2007656-A1-CSide A
2007656-B1-CSide B
1C K 060-20 0765 6 AOn label side A
1C K 060-20 0765 6 BOn label side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 14 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s14 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Europe | Parlophone 1A 006 20 0766 7First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Parlophone 060-20 0765 6 / Parlophone 1C K 060 20 0765 6First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Europe | EMI 006 2007667First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Europe | Parlophone 1C 006 20 0766 7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Italy | Parlophone 06 2007667First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1985 | New Zealand | Parlophone GOOD 86First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Spain | EMI 006 20 0766 7 / EMI 006-2007667First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Spain | EMI 052-2007656First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1985 | Spain | EMI 006-2007667First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Parlophone RP 6103First year7", 45 RPM, Shape, Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc | 7", 45 RPM, Shape, Single, Picture Disc · Picture disc |
| 1985 | UK | Parlophone 12 RA6103First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Parlophone 12 R6103 / Parlophone 12R 6103First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | UK | Parlophone R 6103 / Parlophone R6103First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1985 | Europe | Parlophone 1C K 060-20 0765 612", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
Tracklist
- A1Back On The Streets (Extended Version)
- B1Live Fast Die Young
- B2Back On The Streets - 7" Version
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Back On The Streets are there?
14 vinyl pressings of Back On The Streets are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was Back On The Streets first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in UK, Europe, Italy, New Zealand and more. One of them is Parlophone RP 6103.
How do I tell if my copy of Back On The Streets is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use RP 6103, 12 RA6103, 12 R6103, R 6103) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, R-60̶103-A ORLAKE and R̶1̶6̶ R-6103- B ORLAKE. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Back On The Streets 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.
