US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 0-96354
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
ST-DM-60322/60323/60324/60260-SPLabel Side A
ST-DM-60325/60326/60261-SPLabel Side B
Ziggy Marley And The Melody MakersKozmik
Vinyl pressings
Kozmik
by Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers · 1991
11 pressings4 countriesReggae-PopReggae
Kozmik was first pressed on vinyl in 1991. 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 Kozmik
10 pressings came out in 1991, 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.
US
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin DMD 1641
- Format
- 12", Promo
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VUS 42
- Format
- 7", Single
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 114 349Virgin VUS 42
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Black Label
- Runout / matrix
VUS 42 A-1-1U-
VUS 42 B-1-1U-1
UK
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin America VUSTXDJ 42
- Format
- 12", Promo
Europe
1991- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 114 349Virgin VUS 42
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
104 114349 A-1 CRunout side A
104 114349 B-1 CRunout side B
S 114 349 ALabel side A
S 114 349 BLabel side B
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.
1990s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin 114 349 / Virgin VUS 42First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin America VUST 42 / Virgin America 614 349First year12" | 12" |
| 1991 | Europe | Virgin America VUST 42 / Virgin America 614 349First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin VUS 42First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | Italy | Virgin VUST 42First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin America VUSTXDJ 42First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin VUS 42First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1991 | UK | Virgin 114 349 / Virgin VUS 42First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1991 | US | Virgin DMD 1641First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 1991 | US | Virgin 0-96354First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | UK | Virgin VUST 4212", Promo, White Label · Promo | 12", Promo, White Label · Promo |
Tracklist
- A1Kozmik (Konders Massive Sounds 12")5:59
- A2Kozmik (KRS-One Mix)6:12
- A3Kozmik (Konders Bonus Beats)4:16
- A4Kozmik (Edit 2)3:57
- B1Kozmik (Konders 12" Dub)6:00
- B2Kozmik (LP Version)6:16
- B3Rainbow Country3:22
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Kozmik are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Kozmik are listed here, from 4 countries.
When was Kozmik first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1991, in US, UK, Europe, Italy. One of them is Virgin 0-96354.
How do I tell if my copy of Kozmik is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 0-96354, DMD 1641, VUS 42, 114 349) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, ST-DM-60322/60323/60324/60260-SP and ST-DM-60325/60326/60261-SP. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Kozmik 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.
