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REO Speedwagon – Keep On Loving You / Follow My Heart
1981 · South Africa · Epic · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Stereo
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 20, 2026
- MMint
- $6.72
- NMNear Mint
- $6.02
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $4.60
- VGVery Good
- $3.18
- G+Good Plus
- $1.77
- GGood
- $1.06
- FFair
- $0.71
- PPoor
- $0.35
4 copies listed on Discogs from $2.61.
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.
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- GRC 6061GRC-6061 EN-5168.
- Runout — side B
- GRC 6062GRC-6062 EN-5168.
Specifications
- Artist
- REO Speedwagon
- Genre
- Rock
- Style
- Pop Rock
- Year
- 1981
- Label
- Epic
- Catalog number
- EN 5168
- Country
- South Africa
Tracklist
- AKeep On Loving You3:22
- BFollow My Heart3:49
- Co-producer
- Alan Gratzer
- Producer
- Gary Richrath
- Producer
- Kevin Beamish
- Producer
- Kevin Cronin
About this record
The South African Epic pressing of REO Speedwagon's 1981 hit carries catalogue number EN 5168 and matrix stamps GRC 6061 and GRC 6062 in the dead wax. Demand outpaces ownership here: 24 collectors want this 45 against 18 who have it, yet only 4 copies are listed for sale across the market.
What drives its value
This South African 7-inch 45 RPM single trades at a steep discount to its North American counterpart. The price guide spans from 6.72 USD in Mint condition down to 0.35 USD in Poor, with a VG+ copy valued at 4.60 USD and VG at 3.18 USD.
The lowest asking price on the market sits at 2.61 USD, well below the VG grade estimate, reflecting both the pressing's regional scarcity and the tight supply—only 4 copies currently for sale. The want-to-have ratio of 24 to 18 signals genuine collector interest, yet the low floor price suggests that even regional pressings of major hits struggle to command premium prices unless condition is exceptional.
Reissue status and South African origin limit appeal to specialists hunting complete territorial variations.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Epic catalogue number EN 5168 printed on the label. The matrix runout reads either GRC 6061 (A-side, "Keep On Loving You") or GRC 6062 (B-side, "Follow My Heart"), followed by the catalogue number in the dead wax.
The absence of a barcode is consistent with 1981 South African pressings. Grade by examining the vinyl surface under strong light: Mint (M) shows no visible wear, NM permits only light dust, VG+ allows light surface marks audible only on quiet passages, and VG shows moderate scuffing and background noise.
Check the label for foxing, water stains, or printing faults common to African pressings of this era. Sleeve condition, if present, should be assessed separately, as many 45s were stored unsleeved or in generic paper covers.
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Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
Why is this South African pressing worth less than the US original?
Regional pressings outside the primary market (North America, UK, Europe) typically command lower prices because collector demand concentrates on original domestic releases and first pressings. South African pressings were manufactured for local distribution and are less sought by international collectors building discographies of major releases.
What should I expect to pay for a VG+ copy?
The price guide values a VG+ copy at 4.60 USD. However, the lowest asking price across active listings is 2.61 USD, suggesting that actual market prices may run below the guide estimate. Condition variation and seller pricing strategy account for the gap.
How do I verify the pressing plant from the matrix?
The matrix stamps GRC 6061 and GRC 6062 in the dead wax identify the pressing. Cross-reference these codes with pressing plant databases or catalogue archives to confirm the manufacturer. The catalogue number EN 5168 should appear alongside the matrix code.
Is there a barcode on this pressing?
No. This 1981 South African pressing has no barcode, which is typical for 45 RPM singles from that era and region. The absence of a barcode is not a defect and does not affect authenticity.
What does the want-to-have ratio tell me about collectability?
24 collectors want this record against 18 who own it, indicating more demand than current ownership. However, only 4 copies are for sale, suggesting limited liquidity. The modest price floor (2.61 USD) indicates that even with positive demand signals, regional pressings of mainstream hits do not sustain high prices unless they are in exceptional condition.