UK
1997- Label and catalog number
- Motown 571 471-1Illtown Records 571 471-1
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
571 471-1-A1 MPO MILES MASTERPIECE.Side A, etched
571 471-1-B1 MPOSide B, etched
ZhanéCrush
Vinyl pressings
Crush
by Zhané · 1997
10 pressings3 countriesContemporary R&BHip HopFunk / Soul
Crush was first pressed on vinyl in 1997. 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 Crush
9 pressings came out in 1997, the album's first year, in 3 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
1997- Label and catalog number
- Urban Classic Records URB 808 B
- Format
- 12"
US
1997- Label and catalog number
- Illtown Records 422860641-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
UK
1997- Label and catalog number
- Motown 374632057-1
- Format
- 12", Promo
UK
1997- Label and catalog number
- Motown CRUSH 1 / CRUSH 2
- Format
- 12", Promo
UK
1997- Label and catalog number
- Motown CRUSH 4
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo
- Runout / matrix
CRUSH 4 A1 MPOA Side Runout Hand Etched
CRUSH 4 B1 MPOB Side Runout Hand Etched
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 10 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1990s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | France | More Vinyl 2828First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1997 | UK | Motown 374632057-1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1997 | UK | Motown 571 471-1 / Illtown Records 571 471-1First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1997 | UK | Motown CRUSH 1 / CRUSH 2First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1997 | UK | Motown CRUSH 4First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1997 | US | Urban Classic Records URB 808 BFirst year12" | 12" |
| 1997 | US | Illtown Records 422860641-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Single |
| 1997 | US | Motown 374632050-1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1997 | US | Illtown Records 374632057-1 / Motown 374632057-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo, Stereo · Promo |
| 1997 | US | Motown 374632050-112", 33 ⅓ RPM, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
Tracklist
- A1Crush (JR Swingha Hip Hop Mix)
- A2Crush (Ski Main Mix)
- A3Crush (JR Swingha Hip Hop Mix) (Instrumental)
- B1Crush (JR Swingha Smooth Mix)
- B2Crush (JR Swingha Smooth Mix) (Instrumental)
- B3Crush (K.G. Mix)
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Crush are there?
10 vinyl pressings of Crush are listed here, from 3 countries.
When was Crush first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1997, in UK, US, France. One of them is Motown 571 471-1.
How do I tell if my copy of Crush is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 571 471-1, URB 808 B, 422860641-1, 374632057-1) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 571 471-1-A1 MPO MILES MASTERPIECE. and 571 471-1-B1 MPO. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Crush 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.