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Earth, Wind & Fire – Raise!
1981 · Europe · CBS · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 18, 2026
- MMint
- $30.69
- NMNear Mint
- $27.46
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $21
- VGVery Good
- $14.54
- G+Good Plus
- $8.08
- GGood
- $4.85
- FFair
- $3.23
- PPoor
- $1.62
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 1
- $25ref VA-TK8C2Media VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG+🇮🇹 Ships from Italy
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- CBS 85272-1 | AL 3754801-85272-4A-1 PAL-37548-1AA TML-X01-85272-3A1 TML-S PAL-37548-1AC01-85272-3A-1 TML-S F PAL-37548-1AC01-85272-2A-1 TML-M A PAL-37548-1AB01-85272-4A-1 TML-X D PAL-37548-1AA01-85272-1A-1 B PAL-37548-1AD TML-S01-85272-1A 1 TML-S C PAL-37548-1AD01-85272-3A-1 A PAL-37548-1AC TML-S01-85272-3A-1 E TML S PAL-37548-1AC01-85272-1A-1 A TML S PAL-37548-1AD01-85272-4A-1 TML-X D PAL-37548-1AA
- Runout — side B
- CBS 85272-2 | BL 3754801-85272-2B-1 TML-S PBL-37548-1AD01-85272-1B-1 TML-M PBL-37548-1AC01-85272-3B-1 TML-X PBL-37548-1AC01-85272-1B-1 TML-M B01-85272-4B-1 TML-S C PBL-37548-1AB01-85272-1B-1 TML-M B PBL-37548-1AC01-85272-1B-1 TML-M B PBL-37548-1AC01-85272-2B-1 D PBL-37548-1AD TML-S01-85272-1B-1 A PBL-37548-1AC TML-M01-85272-2B-1 D TML S PBL-37548-1AD01-85272-4B-1 D TML S B PBL-37548-1AB01-85272-2B-1 A PBL-37548-1AD TML S
- Rights society
- BIEM/STEMRA
- Label Code
- LC 0149(Cover)
- Label Code
- LC -0149(Labels)
- Price Code
- CB 271(France, boxed)
- Price Code
- 57(Germany, circled)
- Mastered At
- The Mastering Lab
- Recorded At
- ARC (3)
- Recorded At
- George Massenburg Studios
- Recorded At
- Sunset Sound
- Pressed By
- CBS, Haarlem
Specifications
- Artist
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Genre
- Funk / Soul
- Style
- Disco
- Year
- 1981
- Label
- CBS, ARC (3)
- Catalog number
- CBS 85272
- Country
- Europe
Tracklist
- A1Let's Groove5:36
- A2Lady Sun3:39
- A3My Love4:33
- A4Evolution Orange4:37
- B1Kalimba Tree0:25
- B2You Are A Winner4:09
- B3I've Had Enough4:34
- B4Wanna Be With You4:35
- B5The Changing Times5:36
- Bass, Producer [Production Assistant]
- Verdine White
- Co-producer, Written By
- Philip Bailey
- Piano, Synthesizer, Producer [Production Assistant]
- Larry Dunn
- Vocals, Drums, Kalimba, Backing Vocals, Producer
- Maurice White
- Concertmaster
- Assa Drori
- Concertmaster
- James Getzoff
About this record
Stamped in the dead wax with matrix runouts such as 'CBS 85272-1 | AL 37548' and '01-85272-4A-1 PAL-37548-1AA TML-X', this pressing was produced at the CBS Haarlem plant for the European market. Notably, some copies include a hype sticker referencing the hit single 'Let's Groove', adding to its collectible appeal.
The album was recorded and mastered in prestigious California studios, underscoring its production quality.
What drives its value
The price spread for this European CBS pressing of Earth, Wind & Fire's Raise! runs from 30.69 USD for a Mint copy down to 14.54 USD at VG condition, with VG+ copies valued at 21.00 USD according to the price guide. There are currently 210 copies for sale at a lowest price of 2.27 USD, while the community shows significant demand with 745 collectors wanting it and 11011 owning it.
As a 1981 pressing with distinct matrix identifiers and a European CBS catalogue number 85272, it holds a middle-tier value compared to other regional pressings and reissues.
How to appraise this pressing
To confirm this exact pressing, verify the CBS catalogue number 85272 and the matrix/runout inscriptions such as 'CBS 85272-2 | BL 37548' and etched codes starting with 'PAL' or 'PBL' followed by '37548'. The pressing was done at CBS Haarlem as noted in the runout.
Condition grading impacts value significantly, with Mint rated at 30.69 USD and VG at 14.54 USD. The presence of the 'Let's Groove' hype sticker may further authenticate and enhance desirability.
The album is a 9-track stereo LP pressed on vinyl, released in 1981, with no barcode present.
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Listen
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Release notes
Recorded at ARC/George Massenburg Studio, West Los Angeles, Calif., and Sunset Sounds Recording Studio, Hollywood, Calif. Mastered at Mastering Lab, Hollywood, Calif. ℗ 1981 CBS Inc./© 1981 CBS Inc. Made & Printed in Holland
Some copies have hype sticker on front (right under "Fire"): "contains HIT SINGLE LET's GROOVE"
Runouts are stamped in first part, the etched portions start with(after) 'PAL...' or 'PBL...'
Tracks A1, A3, B4: Saggifire Music / Yougolei Music Tracks A2, B2, B5: Modern American Music, Inc. / Saggifire Music Track A4: Saggifire Music / Ninth Music / Irving Music, Inc. / Foster Frees Music, Inc. / Neches River Publishing Track B1: Saggifire Music Track B3: Saggifire Music / Sir and Trinin Music / Geffen / Kay Music / Almo Music Corp. / Rutland Road Music
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
What matrix numbers identify this European CBS pressing?
The matrix runouts include 'CBS 85272-1 | AL 37548' and '01-85272-4A-1 PAL-37548-1AA TML-X', confirming the CBS Haarlem pressing.
How much is a VG+ copy of this pressing worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 21.00 USD, reflecting the condition's influence on pricing.
How can I verify this is the 1981 European pressing and not a reissue?
Look for the catalogue number 85272 on the CBS label, matrix codes starting with 'PAL' or 'PBL' followed by '37548', and the absence of a barcode, all consistent with the 1981 European issue.
What is the demand like for this pressing among collectors?
There are 745 collectors wanting this pressing, with a community ownership of 11011, indicating steady interest.
What is the price range from Mint to VG condition for this record?
The price guide lists Mint copies at 30.69 USD and VG copies at 14.54 USD, demonstrating the impact of condition on value.