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Data as of Oct 4, 2026
Urban Soul – Alright (The Sasha Mixes)
1991 · UK · Cooltempo · Vinyl 12" 45 RPM
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 4, 2026
- MMint
- $21.14
- NMNear Mint
- $18.91
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $14.46
- VGVery Good
- $10.01
- G+Good Plus
- $5.56
- GGood
- $3.34
- FFair
- $2.23
- PPoor
- $1.11
53 copies listed on Discogs from $1.78.
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
- £10ref VA-K8WP6Media VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG+🇬🇧 Ships from United Kingdom
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- COOLX 244 A- 1U-1-1 ANDY
- Runout — side B
- COOLX 244 AA- 1U-1-1
- Barcode (Text)
- 094632 378361
- Rights society
- BIEM/MCPS
- Pressed By
- EMI Records
Specifications
- Artist
- Urban Soul
- Genre
- Electronic
- Style
- Garage House
- Year
- 1991
- Label
- Cooltempo
- Catalog number
- COOLX 244
- Country
- UK
- Barcode
- 094632 378361
Tracklist
- AAlright (Sasha Remix)6:45
- B1Alright (Sasha String Mix)6:32
- B2Alright (Original Mix)6:09
- Executive-Producer
- Freddy Sanon
- Executive-Producer
- Manny Diaz
- Written-By, Producer
- Roland Clark
About this record
The dead-wax stamp COOLX 244 A- 1U-1-1 ANDY on the A-side runout identifies this 1991 UK 12-inch as an EMI Records pressing rather than later reissues. Urban Soul's Alright (The Sasha Mixes) arrived on Cooltempo in a garage-house moment when Sasha's remix work commanded immediate attention, and the matrix notation confirms the original mastering generation.
With 419 collectors actively seeking it against 1115 in circulation, supply sits ahead of want — a marker of steady availability that keeps prices modest despite the pressing plant's pedigree.
What drives its value
Condition drives nearly all value here: a Mint copy commands 21.14 USD while a VG+ trades at 14.46 USD and a VG at 10.01 USD — a steep cliff that reflects the 12-inch's vulnerability to play wear. The lowest asking price across 53 active listings stands at 1.78 USD, indicating a long tail of played-out stock.
Community ownership (1115 have) outpaces demand (419 want) by a 2.6-to-1 ratio, typical of a well-distributed original pressing that never achieved scarcity status. The UK Cooltempo release sits as the primary variant; reissues and territory variants command no premium.
Garage-house appeal remains niche, and the Sasha remix credit alone does not elevate price beyond condition-based grading.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the catalogue number COOLX 244 printed on the label spine and center. The barcode presence confirms UK stock.
Examine the dead-wax etching on the A-side: COOLX 244 A- 1U-1-1 ANDY is the definitive marker of the original EMI pressing; the AA- runout on the B-side follows the same plant convention. Release notes show copyright 1991 Chrysalis Records Ltd., London, with manufacturing in the UK — all standard for this variant.
Grade by surface condition: Mint means unplayed; NM allows minimal handling marks; VG+ shows light play with no audible surface noise; VG exhibits noticeable groove wear but remains listenable. The 45 RPM 12-inch format is prone to warp if stored upright; check flatness against a known-true platter before pricing above VG+.
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Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Release notes
Manufactured in the U.K.
℗ 1990 polar records © 1991 chrysalis records ltd. chrysalis, bramley road, london w10 6sp
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
How do I confirm I have the original 1991 EMI pressing and not a later reissue?
Check the dead-wax runout etching on the A-side vinyl: it should read COOLX 244 A- 1U-1-1 ANDY. This matrix string is specific to the original EMI Records manufacturing run. The label should state Cooltempo, catalogue COOLX 244, and the copyright line must show 1991 Chrysalis Records Ltd. Any deviation suggests a different pressing or reissue batch.
What is a VG+ copy worth right now?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is estimated at 14.46 USD. This is a guide value as of the data snapshot; actual sales may vary. The jump from VG+ (14.46 USD) to NM (18.91 USD) is significant, so honest grading is critical when buying or selling at this level.
Why is there such a big price drop between Mint and VG+?
A Mint copy (21.14 USD) versus VG+ (14.46 USD) reflects collector preference for unplayed stock on 12-inch singles, especially one pressed at 45 RPM where groove wear becomes audible quickly. Even light play can introduce surface noise that a trained ear detects, making the Mint premium substantial. With 53 copies for sale, buyers have options and will choose the cleanest available.
Is this a rare record?
No. The community database shows 1115 collectors own a copy against 419 seeking one — a 2.6-to-1 surplus. The UK Cooltempo pressing was distributed widely in 1991, and 53 copies are currently listed for sale. It is a common original pressing, not a sought-after rarity. The lowest asking price of 1.78 USD confirms abundant stock.
Should I pay extra for a copy just because Sasha remixed it?
The Sasha remix credit is the album's primary appeal, but it does not command a price premium beyond the standard condition-based grading. The price guide reflects this: value is determined entirely by Mint/NM/VG+ condition, not by the remix artist's fame. Buy based on condition and your budget, not the remix name.