Europe
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 601 279Charisma 601 279
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
601279 A-1/84S -1 IIRunout side A
601279 B-1/84S -1 IIRunout side B
S 601 279 ALabel side A
S 601 279 BLabel side B
The Rock Steady CrewUprock
Vinyl pressings
Uprock
by The Rock Steady Crew · 1984
18 pressings8 countriesElectroElectronic
Uprock was first pressed on vinyl in 1984. 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 Uprock
17 pressings came out in 1984, the album's first year, in 7 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.
Europe
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 106 389Charisma 106 389
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DS 106389 A-1/84S I II Made in GermanyRunout side A, stamped
DS 106389 B-1/84S I Made in GermanyRunout side B, stamped
S 106 389 ALabel side A
S 106 389 BLabel side B
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin RSC 2
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
4RUN RSC 2A-1U-1-X1A-Side Runout
RSC 2B-1U-1-1-X1B-Side Runout
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin RSC 2 12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
RSC 212 A-1U-1-1-7Runout Side A
RSC 212 B-1U-1-1-0Runout Side B
RSC 2 12ALabel Side A
RSC 2 12BLabel Side B
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin RSC Y 2-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Picture Disc
- Runout / matrix
RSC Y 2 A3 JBSide-A
RSC Y 2 B3 JBSide-B
UK
1984- Label and catalog number
- Virgin RSC 2 12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
RSC 212 A-1U-1-1-4Runout Side A - Variant 1
RSC 212 B-1U-1-1-1Runout Side B - Variant 1
RSC 212 A-2U-1-1-x1Runout Side A - Variant 2
RSC 212 B-2U-1-1-x1Runout Side B - Variant 2
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Australia | Virgin RSC 2 / Charisma RSC 2First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Australia | Virgin RSC 2-12 / Charisma RSC 2 12First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Australia | Virgin RSC 2 / Charisma RSC 2First year7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | Australia | Virgin RSC2-12 / Charisma RSC2-12First year12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 45 RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 1984 | El Salvador | Virgin VI-09First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | Europe | Virgin 601 279 / Charisma 601 279First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Europe | Virgin 106 389 / Charisma 106 389First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | France | Virgin 80118First year12" | 12" |
| 1984 | France | Virgin 90135 / Charisma 90135First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Italy | Virgin VINX 54 / Charisma VINX 54First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | Italy | Charisma VIN 45105First year7" | 7" |
| 1984 | New Zealand | Charisma RSC 2First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | Virgin RSC 2First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1984 | UK | Virgin RSC 2 12First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1984 | UK | Virgin RSC Y 2-12First year12", 45 RPM, Picture Disc · Picture disc | 12", 45 RPM, Picture Disc · Picture disc |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Germany | Check Your Head Records CYH 02012", Unofficial Release · Unofficial | 12", Unofficial Release · Unofficial |
Tracklist
- AUprock3:41
- BUprock (Instrumental Version)4:24
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Uprock are there?
18 vinyl pressings of Uprock are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Uprock first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1984, in Europe, UK, Australia, El Salvador and more. One of them is Virgin 601 279.
How do I tell if my copy of Uprock is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 601 279, 106 389, RSC 2, RSC 2 12) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 601279 A-1/84S -1 II and 601279 B-1/84S -1 II. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Uprock 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.
