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Duran Duran – Hungry Like The Wolf
1982 · UK · EMI · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- EMI 5295 A-1-1-1-3 (x)1 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-1-9 1 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-2-13 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-1-59EMI 5295 A-1-1-2-33 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-2-7 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-3-20 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-1-19 NICKZEMI 5295 A-1-1-1-30 NICKZ
- Runout — side B
- EMI 5295 B-3-1-3-47 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-2-` 9 7 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-1-1 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-3-59 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-3-69 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-1-17 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-1-25 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-1-7 NICKZEMI 5295 B-3-1-1-27 NICKZ
- Recorded At
- Hammersmith Odeon
- Pressed By
- EMI Records
- Manufactured By
- EMI Records Ltd.
Specifications
- Artist
- Duran Duran
- Style
- New Wave, Synth-pop
- Year
- 1982
- Label
- EMI
- Catalog number
- EMI 5295
- Country
- UK
Tracklist
- AHungry Like The Wolf3:24
- BCareless Memories (Live Version)4:05
- Written-By
- Duran Duran
About this record
The runout etchings on this UK 7-inch all bear the mark NICKZ, identifying pressings cut by the engineer Paul Nickson at EMI Records Ltd. rather than the original studio masters. Catalogue EMI 5295, released in 1982, pairs the album track from Rio with a live performance recorded at Hammersmith Odeon in December 1981, a session licensed from BBC Transcription Services.
What drives its value
This single commands a steep condition gradient. A Mint copy fetches 13.88 USD, while Near Mint drops to 12.42 USD; the spread widens sharply at VG+ (9.50 USD) and VG (6.57 USD), signalling that wear depresses value faster here than on many reissues.
With 122 copies currently for sale, supply is moderate, yet demand remains soft: 292 collectors want it against 2,807 who own one, a ratio suggesting saturation in the secondary market. The lowest asking price sits at 1.27 USD, reflecting bulk-lot clearing rather than collector premium.
As an original 1982 UK pressing on EMI, it holds more appeal than later reissues, but the abundance of copies and the live B-side's BBC licensing (rather than studio provenance) limit speculative value.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the catalogue number EMI 5295 on the label; all known copies carry one of four matrix variants in the dead wax, each stamped NICKZ to mark Paul Nickson's involvement in the cutting. The four documented runout strings are: EMI 5295 A-1-1-1-3 (x)1 NICKZ, EMI 5295 B-3-1-3-47 NICKZ, EMI 5295 A-1-1-1-9 1 NICKZ, and EMI 5295 B-3-1-2- 9 7 NICKZ.
All were pressed at EMI Records or EMI Records Ltd. in the UK. Grade by visual inspection of the vinyl surface and label; no barcode was printed on this release, so absence of a barcode is normal.
The A-side credits Colin Thurston as producer and engineer; the B-side notes BBC Transcription Services as licensor. Check that both tracks are present and that the label stock matches the 1982 UK pressing era (glossy finish, EMI house style).
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Listen
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Release notes
A side produced and engineered by Colin Thurston from the forthcoming album Rio (EMC 3411) (P) 1982 Tritec Music Limited. Published by Tritec/Peterman/Carlin B side recorded at Hammersmith Odeon by Paul Nickson (December 1981). (P) 1981 BBC Transcription Services. Published by Tritec/Peterman/Carlin
Nickz in runout is etched.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between the four matrix runout variants?
All four variants (A-1-1-1-3, B-3-1-3-47, A-1-1-1-9, and B-3-1-2-) were cut by Paul Nickson at EMI and pressed in the UK in 1982. The variations likely reflect different cutting sessions or pressing runs within the same release window. No one variant is known to command a premium; all are treated as the same pressing for valuation purposes.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ (Very Good Plus) copy is estimated at 9.50 USD. This figure represents a snapshot and may shift as market conditions change; however, it reflects a significant drop from the 12.42 USD Near Mint price, indicating that even light surface marks reduce desirability noticeably.
Why is the B-side credited to BBC Transcription Services?
The B-side was recorded live at Hammersmith Odeon in December 1981 and licensed from BBC Transcription Services rather than recorded in a commercial studio. This licensing arrangement, noted in the release credits, explains why the B-side carries a separate copyright (1981 BBC Transcription Services) distinct from the A-side's 1982 Tritec Music Limited copyright.
Should I worry about the absence of a barcode?
No. This 1982 UK pressing was issued without a barcode, which is correct and normal for the era. The absence of a barcode is not a sign of damage or bootlegging; it is a feature of the original release.
With 122 copies for sale, is this a good time to buy?
The lowest asking price is 1.27 USD, well below the VG estimate of 6.57 USD, suggesting bulk-lot inventory rather than collector pricing. However, the want-to-have ratio (292 want versus 2,807 have) indicates soft demand relative to supply. If you seek a playable copy in decent condition, waiting for a VG or VG+ example to appear in the 6 to 9 USD range may be wiser than rushing into a bargain-bin purchase.