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Village People – In The Navy
1979 · US · Casablanca · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single Styrene Stereo
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- NB 973 AST NB 973-AS-1CT STERLINGT NB 973-AS-2CT T11111 STERLING
- Runout — side B
- NB 973 BST NB 973-BS-1CT STERLINGT NB-973-BS-2CT STERLING T11111
- Rights society
- BMI
- Pressing Plant ID
- 73(Printed on label)
- Manufactured By
- Casablanca Record And Filmworks, Inc.
- Lacquer Cut At
- Sterling Sound
- Pressed By
- Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute
Specifications
- Artist
- Village People
- Genre
- Electronic, Funk / Soul
- Style
- Disco
- Year
- 1979
- Label
- Casablanca
- Catalog number
- NB 973
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- AIn The Navy3:35
- BManhattan Woman3:31
- Executive-Producer
- Henri Belolo
- Producer
- Jacques Morali
- Engineer
- Michael Hutchinson
- Arranged By [Strings & Horns], Conductor [Strings & Horns]
- Horace Ott
- Written-By
- Henri Belolo
- Written-By
- Jacques Morali
About this record
The Casablanca NB 973 45 single pressed at Columbia Records' Terre Haute plant in 1979 carries Sterling-stamped dead-wax codes (T NB 973-AS-1CT STERLING and T NB 973-BS-1CT STERLING) that distinguish it from copies pressed at Casablanca Record And Filmworks' own facility. Community data shows 508 collectors own this pressing against 33 who are actively seeking it, a ratio that reflects its relative availability despite the song's cultural footprint.
The 7-inch styrene single survives in the market with measurable scarcity at higher grades.
What drives its value
This 1979 US pressing commands attention because supply and demand remain imbalanced: 33 want it while 508 have already acquired copies, placing it in the accessible-but-sought category. The NB 973 catalogue number on Casablanca is the standard US single issue, distinct from the promotional DJ pressing (NBD 20155 DJ) and the Netherlands Philips reissue (6075 053) that circulated the same year.
Styrene 45s from this era survive in variable condition; the pressing plant—either Columbia Terre Haute or Casablanca's own operation—affects groove wear patterns and surface noise profiles. Collectors prioritize the Sterling-marked Terre Haute variant for its reputation for superior vinyl composition, though both plants produced the same catalogue number.
The 2-track format and stereo pressing mean both sides carry full production value, increasing play-wear risk on well-loved copies.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the pressing by checking the label: Casablanca, catalogue NB 973, 7-inch 45 RPM styrene in stereo. Examine the dead-wax runout on both sides—Side A should read NB 973 AS (or T NB 973-AS-1CT STERLING for the Terre Haute pressing), and Side B should read NB 973 BS (or T NB 973-BS-1CT STERLING).
The absence of a barcode confirms this is an original 1979 issue rather than a later reissue. Distinguish the pressing plant by the Sterling designation and plant code in the runout; Terre Haute copies bear the T prefix and STERLING stamp, while Casablanca-pressed copies omit this marking.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light for cloudiness, which indicates oxidation or mold release residue common to styrene 45s. Check the groove walls for flat spots or compression from storage pressure.
Listen for ticks and pops that indicate dust or minor surface damage rather than groove damage; styrene is prone to both.
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Listen
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Other pressings of this release
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Frequently asked
How do I tell if my copy was pressed at Terre Haute or at Casablanca's plant?
Look at the dead-wax runout on both sides of the record. If you see T NB 973-AS-1CT STERLING on Side A and T NB 973-BS-1CT STERLING on Side B, it was pressed at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Terre Haute. If the runout reads only NB 973 AS and NB 973 BS without the T prefix and STERLING designation, it came from Casablanca Record And Filmworks' facility. The Sterling mark is the key identifier.
Is this the same as the DJ promo pressing?
No. The standard single carries catalogue NB 973, while the promotional DJ version is catalogued NBD 20155 DJ. Both are 1979 Casablanca US issues, but they are distinct pressings with different catalogue numbers and likely different label designs. The NB 973 is the commercial release.
What is the difference between this US pressing and the Netherlands version?
The US NB 973 on Casablanca is separate from the Netherlands pressing, which carries catalogue 6075 053 on Philips and was released the same year. The Philips version uses different vinyl formulation, label design, and pressing plant. Collectors distinguish them by label, catalogue number, and country of origin printed on the label or sleeve.
How many people are looking for this record?
Community data shows 33 collectors actively want this pressing, while 508 already own a copy. This 15-to-1 ratio indicates it is moderately available in the collector market but still sought after. The want-to-have ratio suggests copies surface regularly enough that patient buyers will find one, though desirable grades may require searching across multiple listings.
What does the community rating of 3.95 mean?
The rating of 3.95 is based on 21 community votes and reflects overall collector satisfaction with the pressing quality and sound. This score suggests the pressing is well-regarded but not universally praised—typical for a 1979 disco 45 where styrene composition and pressing plant practices varied. Ratings do not indicate rarity or value, only listener and collector sentiment about the record itself.