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Queen – The Game
1980 · UK · EMI · Vinyl LP Album
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- EMA 795 AEMA 795 A-4U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.EMA 795 A-3U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.EMA 795 A-6U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF 106 1EMA 795 A-5U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. 54EMA 795 A-4U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 A-5U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 A-3U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 A-1U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 4EMA 795 A-5U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 38EMA 795 A-4U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 123 1EMA 795 A-6U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 6 X 1
- Runout — side B
- EMA 795 BEMA 795 B-10U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.EMA 795 B-9U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF 1EMA 795 B-7U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. 28EMA 795 B-2U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF.EMA 795 B-7U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 37EMA 795 B-2U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 B-7U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 B-8U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀EMA 795 B-7U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 39EMA 795 B-7U MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. ❀ 118 1EMA 795 B-2U ❀ MASTERED AT ALLEN ZENTZ L.A., CALIF. 2 2 2
- Label Code
- 8006 GL(Printer's date stamp / code)
- Manufactured By
- EMI Records Ltd.
- Made By
- Raincloud Productions Ltd.
- Mastered At
- Allen Zentz Mastering
- Printed By
- Garrod & Lofthouse
- Recorded At
- Musicland Studios
- Pressed By
- EMI Records
Specifications
Tracklist
- A1Play The Game3:30
- A2Dragon Attack4:18
- A3Another One Bites The Dust3:35
- A4Need Your Loving Tonight2:48
- A5Crazy Little Thing Called Love2:44
- B1Rock It (Prime Jive)4:31
- B2Don't Try Suicide3:52
- B3Sail Away Sweet Sister3:32
- B4Coming Soon2:50
- B5Save Me3:48
- Co-producer, Engineer, Mastered By
- Mack
- Producer
- Queen
- Mastered By
- Brian Gardner
- Design Concept [Sleeve Concept]
- Queen
- Design [Sleeve]
- Cream
- Photography By
- Chris Hopper
About this record
Queen's 1980 album "The Game" is a landmark release in the band's discography, showcasing a blend of pop rock and classic rock styles. This UK pressing, released on the EMI label, is particularly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and musical impact.
Featuring 10 tracks, this vinyl LP captures the band's evolving sound during a pivotal era. Collectors often seek this specific pressing due to its authentic UK origin and the absence of a barcode, which helps date the release to the early 1980s.
The record's classic rock credentials and its place within Queen's catalog make it a prized addition for enthusiasts of rock vinyl and fans of the band alike.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this specific UK pressing of "The Game," collectors should look for the EMI label and catalogue numbers EMA 795, OC 064-63 923, or EMA 795 (I) on the vinyl. The presence of runout etchings in the vinyl's dead wax area is another key identifier of authenticity.
Since this pressing does not have a barcode, it aligns with early 1980 releases before barcodes became standard. Condition plays a crucial role in the record's desirability, with attention to both media and sleeve grades.
Clean, scratch-free vinyl and a well-preserved sleeve without ring wear or seam splits significantly enhance appeal. Value is driven by the pressing's origin, condition, and demand from collectors of classic rock and Queen memorabilia.
Further reading: grading a record, what makes a pressing valuable.
Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Release notes
A5, B3 to B5 recorded June/July 1979. A1 to A4, B1, B2 recorded in various sessions between February 1980 and May 1980 at Musicland Studios, Munich, Germany.
This album includes the first appearance of a synthesizer (an Oberheim OBX) on a Queen album.
Original release - comes in foil-type mirrored sleeve, with thick card inner sleeve that has round-cut corners.
All © 1980, except Crazy Little Thing Called Love © 1979
Ⓟ 1980 original sound recordings made by Raincloud Productions Ltd.
Manufactured In The U.K. By EMI Records Ltd.
Runouts are stamped, except for etched ❀.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
How can I identify the UK pressing of Queen's "The Game" album?
Look for the EMI label with catalogue numbers EMA 795, OC 064-63 923, or EMA 795 (I) and check for runout etchings on the vinyl. This pressing does not have a barcode.
How many tracks are on this vinyl LP?
The album contains 10 tracks.
What genres and styles does "The Game" represent?
The album features rock music with styles including pop rock and classic rock.
Does this pressing include a barcode on the sleeve?
No, this UK pressing does not have a barcode.
What aspects most affect the value of this record?
Condition of the vinyl and sleeve, the UK EMI pressing authenticity, and collector demand for Queen's classic rock releases are key factors.