US
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records 9 20912-0Qwest Records 0-20912
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single
- Runout / matrix
O 20912 A SR3 1-1A-Side Runout Etching
O 20912 B SR3 1-1 ̷M̷C̷A̷B-Side Runout Etching
SRC STERLINGRunout Stamp Each Side
Vinyl pressings
K.I.S.S.I.N.G.
by Siedah Garrett · 1988
17 pressings5 countriesGarage HouseElectronic
K.I.S.S.I.N.G. was first pressed on vinyl in 1988. 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 K.I.S.S.I.N.G.
17 pressings came out in 1988, 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.
US
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records 0-20912Qwest Records 9 20912-0
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single · Allied Pressing
- Runout / matrix
0 20912 A SH2 [Allied 'ɑ' logo] B-31189 SH2 △ 20549 1-1 STERLINGSide A Runout Etched & Stamped
0 20912 B SH2 [Allied 'ɑ' logo] B-31190 SH2 △ 20549-X 1-1 STERLINGSide B Runout Etched & Stamped
US
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records 7-27928Reprise Records 7-27928
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM
US
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records 7-27928
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo
UK
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records W 7928 (T)Qwest Records W7928T
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
W+7928+TA ORLAKERunout side A
W+7928+T B ORLAKERunout side B
UK
1988- Label and catalog number
- Qwest Records W 7928Qwest Records 927 928-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 17 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s17 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Australia | Qwest Records 0-20912First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1988 | Australia | Qwest Records 0-20912 / Reprise Records 0-20912First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1988 | Australia | Qwest Records 7-27769 / Reprise Records 7-27769First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1988 | Canada | Qwest Records 92 79287 / Reprise Records 92 79287First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1988 | Canada | Qwest Records 92 79287 / Reprise Records 92 79287First year7", Single, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | Europe | Qwest Records 920 912-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Stereo |
| 1988 | Europe | Qwest Records 927 928-7 / Reprise Records 927 928-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1988 | Europe | Qwest Records 927 928-7 / Reprise Records 927 928-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | UK | Qwest Records W 7928 (T) / Qwest Records W7928TFirst year12", 45 RPM, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Stereo |
| 1988 | UK | Qwest Records SAM 444First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | UK | Qwest Records SAM 487-1First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1988 | UK | Qwest Records W 7928 / Qwest Records 927 928-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | UK | Qwest Records W 7928XFirst year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1988 | US | Qwest Records 9 20912-0 / Qwest Records 0-20912First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1988 | US | Qwest Records 0-20912 / Qwest Records 9 20912-0First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single |
Tracklist
- A1K.I.S.S.I.N.G. (Heat Of Passion Mix)8:14
- A2K.I.S.S.I.N.G. (Dub)8:30
- B1K.I.S.S.I.N.G. (Acid Bass Line Edit)7:30
- B2Taboo3:28
- B3K.I.S.S.I.N.G. (A Cappella)4:20
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of K.I.S.S.I.N.G. are there?
17 vinyl pressings of K.I.S.S.I.N.G. are listed here, from 5 countries.
When was K.I.S.S.I.N.G. first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1988, in US, UK, Australia, Canada and more. One of them is Qwest Records 9 20912-0.
How do I tell if my copy of K.I.S.S.I.N.G. is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 9 20912-0, 0-20912, 7-27928, W 7928 (T)) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, O 20912 A SR3 1-1 and O 20912 B SR3 1-1 ̷M̷C̷A̷. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is K.I.S.S.I.N.G. 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.