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About Drukwerk vinyl records
Drukwerk's vinyl presence is concentrated in the early 1980s, when the Dutch reggae and pop act released material through EMI. Though their discography on vinyl is minimal, their 1982 seven-inch single remains a marker of reggae-pop crossover activity in early-eighties European pressing. Collectors of Dutch reggae, EMI singles from this era, and reggae-influenced pop hybrids seek out Drukwerk's output for its regional pressing history and genre positioning during a transitional moment in reggae's commercial reach.
The sole Drukwerk seven-inch
Schijn 'n Lichtje Op Mij / Lukas 12 Vers 22, released in 1982 on EMI with catalogue number 1A 006-26855, stands as Drukwerk's documented vinyl release. Pressed in Europe, this single pairs reggae and pop sensibilities on both sides. The seven-inch format and EMI label placement situate it within the broader wave of reggae-inflected singles that European majors distributed during the early 1980s. Copies in circulation reflect typical EMI pressing standards of the period.
What drives Drukwerk record values
Rarity and regional origin shape collector interest in this release. European pressings of reggae-pop hybrids from independent or lesser-known artists command attention among specialists focused on 1980s reggae variants and Dutch pop-reggae history. First pressings of EMI singles from 1982 are assessed by label condition, vinyl surface quality, and whether the original sleeve and label remain intact. Mono or stereo designation, if present in the runout matrix or label text, affects how collectors categorize the pressing. Original EMI pressings from this year are valued against any later reissues or compilations that may have recycled the recordings.
Buying Drukwerk on vinyl
Collectors hunting this seven-inch should verify the catalogue number 1A 006-26855 and EMI label on both the release and runout area. Check the vinyl surface under light for hairline scratches or scuffs that affect playback. The sleeve, if present, should be examined for water damage, foxing, or split seams. A clean copy with legible label printing and minimal surface noise represents the standard condition collectors seek. European pressings of reggae singles from this era are increasingly difficult to locate, making condition assessment and label verification essential before purchase.