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Various ArtistsAtlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 (Volume 6 1966-1969)

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Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 (Volume 6 1966-1969)

by Various Artists · 1985

11 pressings6 countriesRhythm & BluesSoulFunk / Soul

Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 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 Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974

5 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 4 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.

Australia

1985
Label and catalog number
Atlantic 81298-1
Format
LP, Compilation · Gatefold
Runout / matrix

Δ MX211291 81298-1 S1.Side A runout

Δ MX211292 81298-1 S2.Side B runout

Δ MX211293 S3 81298-1.S3Side C runout

Δ MX211294 81298-1 S4.Side D runout

Full details of this pressing

Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.

All 11 vinyl pressings

By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.

1980s11 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
1985AustraliaAtlantic 81298-1First yearLP, CompilationLP, Compilation
1985CanadaAtlantic 78 12981First yearLP, CompilationLP, Compilation
1985GermanyAtlantic 781 298-1First yearLP, CompilationLP, Compilation
1985GermanyAtlantic 781 298-1 / Atlantic 781-298-1First yearLP, CompilationLP, Compilation
1985USAtlantic 81298-1-F / Atlantic 7 81298-1-FLP, Compilation, Remastered, StereoLP, Compilation, Remastered, Stereo
1985USAtlantic 81298-1-F / Atlantic 7 81298-1-FLP, Compilation, Club Edition, Remastered, Stereo · Club editionLP, Compilation, Club Edition, Remastered, Stereo · Club edition
1985USAtlantic A1-81298LP, Compilation, Club Edition · Club editionLP, Compilation, Club Edition · Club edition
1985USAtlantic 81298-1-F / Atlantic 7 81298-1-FLP, Compilation, Remastered, StereoLP, Compilation, Remastered, Stereo
1985USAtlantic 81298-1-F / Atlantic 7 81298-1-FLP, Compilation, Club Edition, Remastered, Stereo · Club editionLP, Compilation, Club Edition, Remastered, Stereo · Club edition
1985JapanAtlantic P-5213-14First yearLP, CompilationLP, Compilation
1988BrazilAtlantic 675.8010LP, Compilation, Promo · PromoLP, Compilation, Promo · Promo

Tracklist

  1. A1Land Of 1000 Dances2:25
  2. A2Knock On Wood3:02
  3. A3Try A Little Tenderness3:49
  4. A4Mustang Sally3:05
  5. A5When Something Is Wrong With My Baby3:15
  6. A6Sweet Soul Music2:20
  7. A7Soul Man2:34
  8. B1I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You)2:41
  9. B2Do Right Woman - Do Right Man3:16
  10. B3Show Me2:53
  11. B4Tramp3:00
  12. B5Funky Broadway2:33
  13. B6Hip Hug-Her2:22
  14. B7Respect2:27
  15. C1(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman2:40
  16. C2Soul Finger2:17
  17. C3Baby I Love You2:36
  18. C4Skinny Legs And All3:09
  19. C5Chain Of Fools2:42
  20. C6I'm In Love2:29
  21. C7Memphis Soul Stew2:55
  22. D1(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay2:38
  23. D2Tighten Up3:07
  24. D3Slip Away2:30
  25. D4Think2:14
  26. D5The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face4:18
  27. D6Take A Letter, Maria2:40
  28. D7Rainy Night In Georgia3:52

Questions

How many vinyl pressings of Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 are there?

11 vinyl pressings of Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 are listed here, from 6 countries, released between 1985 and 1988.

When was Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 first released on vinyl?

The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Japan, Australia, Canada, Germany. One of them is Atlantic P-5213-14, released March 25, 1985.

How do I tell if my copy of Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 is a first pressing?

Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use P-5213-14, 81298-1, 78 12981, 781 298-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.

How much is Atlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 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.

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