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Various – Reggae Sunsplash '81 A Tribute To Bob Marley vinyl cover

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VariousReggae Sunsplash '81 A Tribute To Bob Marley

1982 · US · Elektra · Vinyl LP Album Stereo

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Price guide

Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Apr 25, 2026

M$25.69NM$22.99VG+$17.58VG$12.17G+$6.76G$4.06F$2.70P$1.35

17 copies listed on Discogs from $5.94.

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Pressing identification

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Runout — side A
E1-60035-A
EL-60035-A-SP ☆ STERLING 1-2
Runout — side B
E1-60035-B
EL-60035-B-SP ☆ STERLING 1-1
Runout — side C
E1-60035-C
EL-60035-C-SP 1-1SM1-2 ☆ STERLING 1-1
Runout — side D
E1-60035-D
EL-60035-D-SP ☆ STERLING1-1SM1-1
Rights society
ASCAP, BMI
Pressing Plant ID
EAST(Stamped around spindle hole Side C and D)
Pressing Plant ID
(SP)(Printed on Label under Label matrix)
Recorded At
Reggae Sunsplash
Recorded At
Jarrett Park
Pressed By
Specialty Records Corporation
Mastered At
Sterling Sound
Mixed At
Studiomedia
Lacquer Cut At
Sterling Sound
Record Company
Warner Communications Inc.
Manufactured By
Elektra/Asylum/Nonesuch Records

Specifications

Artist
Various
Genre
Reggae
Style
Roots Reggae
Year
1982
Label
Elektra
Catalog number
E1-60035
Country
US

Tracklist

  1. A1Sound System3:28
  2. A2Ku Klux Klan5:10
  3. A3Handsworth Revolution6:25
  4. A4Smile Jamaica4:00
  5. B1Belly Full A/K/A Them Bellyfull (But We Hungry)4:09
  6. B2Sugar Pie3:36
  7. B3Wa Do Dem5:23
  8. B4If I Had The World4:39
  9. C1Plastic Smile6:42
  10. C2Guess Who's Coming To Dinner6:12
  11. C3The Bed's Too Big Without You4:41
  12. C4Soon Foward3:25
  13. D1The Harder They Come4:58
  14. D2Right Time4:35
  15. D31865 (96° In The Shade)3:35
  16. D4Rock The World6:00
Coordinator [Production]
Nancy Tomaska
Executive Producer
Robert H. Peitscher
Producer [Associate]
Karen Baxter
Producer [Associate]
Olivia "Babsy" Grange
Producer, Engineer, Recording Supervisor
Jay Steinberg
Mastered By
José Rodriguez

About this record

The runout etchings on this 1982 Elektra pressing reveal a dual-plant history: Specialty Records Corporation stamped "SP EAST" around the spindle hole, while Sterling cut the lacquer, creating a hybrid pressing that differs from single-source copies. Recorded live at Reggae Sunsplash '81 in Montego Bay, this 16-track tribute to Bob Marley carries catalogue E1-60035, though the sleeve spine reads E1-60035 G, a labeling quirk that affects authentication.

What drives its value

The price spread on this US pressing runs from 25.69 USD for a Mint copy down to 1.35 USD in Poor condition, with the critical VG+ threshold at 17.58 USD and VG at 12.17 USD. Currently 17 copies are listed for sale, the lowest at 5.94 USD, indicating a soft market relative to guide values.

Community ownership stands at 1018 have against 59 want, a ratio that reflects modest collector demand for a multi-artist live compilation. The dual pressing-plant attribution (Specialty Records and Elektra/Asylum/Nonesuch) does not appear to create a premium tier; value hinges on condition rather than plant provenance.

Reissues and original 1982 Elektra pressings trade in the same range, making this a commodity-priced reggae title rather than a hunt piece.

How to appraise this pressing

Confirm this pressing by the catalogue number E1-60035 printed on the label and E1-60035 G on the sleeve spine and back cover. Examine the runout etchings on both sides: Side A and D share Disc 1, while Side B and C occupy Disc 2.

Look for "SP EAST" stamped around the spindle hole (Specialty Records Corporation pressing plant) and a star etched in the runout along with "Sterling" stamped, indicating Sterling Sound as the lacquer cutter. The absence of a barcode is correct for this 1982 US release.

Grade by surface cleanliness and groove wear: a VG+ copy shows light play marks and minor dust but plays through without pops; VG copies exhibit audible surface noise and light scratches; anything below VG+ will show visible wear or tracking distortion. The two-disc layout (16 tracks total) and "Original Soundtrack Album" designation on the label confirm the live Reggae Sunsplash '81 recording.

Further reading: grading a record, what makes a pressing valuable.

Listen

Hear the album before you buy.

Eek A Mouse - Wa Do Dem, Elektra Records-1982 (Reggae Sunsplash '81 A Tribute To Bob Marley)
Black Uhuru - Guess Whos Coming To Dinner - Reggae Sunsplash 81 ~ A Tribute To Bob Marley
Third World - 1865 (96 Degrees In The Shade) - V.A. Reggae Sunsplash 81 ~ A Tribute To Bob Marley
Black Uhuru - Plastic Smile - Reggae Sunsplash 81 ~ A Tribute To Bob Marley
Eek-A-Mouse & The Wailers - Wa Do Dem
Reggae Sunsplash 81 - A Tribute To Bob Marley (Part1)

Official videos via YouTube.

Release notes

SP etched in runouts and printed on labels, EAST stamped around spindle hole indicate Pressed By

Star etched and Sterling stamped in runouts indicate Lacquer Cut By at

Cat no. E1-60035 on labels Cat no. E1-60035 G on sleeve spine and back cover.

Disc 1 has Side A & D Disc 2 has Side B & C

Original Soundtrack Album - Recorded live at Reggae Sunsplash '81, Jarrett Park, Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Notes sourced from the Discogs database.

Frequently asked

What is the difference between the E1-60035 and E1-60035 G catalogue numbers?

The label prints E1-60035, but the sleeve spine and back cover read E1-60035 G. This is a labeling inconsistency on the original 1982 Elektra pressing, not an indicator of two separate releases. Both refer to the same album; the G suffix on the sleeve may denote a graphic or packaging variant. Verify authenticity by checking that both numbers appear in their correct locations.

What does the SP EAST and Sterling marking in the runout mean?

SP EAST stamped around the spindle hole identifies Specialty Records Corporation as the pressing plant. Sterling stamped in the runout indicates Sterling Sound cut the lacquer master. This combination marks a hybrid production: the physical pressing came from Specialty, but the audio master was prepared at Sterling. Not all copies of this title carry both marks; their presence confirms a specific pressing variant.

What is a VG+ copy worth on the current market?

According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 17.58 USD. However, the lowest asking price among 17 active listings is 5.94 USD, indicating that actual market prices lag significantly behind guide estimates. Buyers should expect to negotiate or find deals well below the VG+ guide value.

How many collectors own this album versus want it?

The community database shows 1018 collectors have this album and 59 want it. This 17-to-1 ratio indicates low scarcity and modest collector enthusiasm. The title is common enough that finding a copy is straightforward, but demand is not strong enough to support premium pricing.

Is there a significant price difference between Mint and VG condition?

Yes. A Mint copy is priced at 25.69 USD, while a VG copy is valued at 12.17 USD. The jump from VG to NM is 22.99 USD, and NM to M is 25.69 USD. Condition matters substantially on this title, but even a Mint copy remains modestly priced, reflecting its status as a reissue-friendly live compilation rather than a collectible original pressing.

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