Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Califone
- 9
- Albums on Vinyles.com
- 248k
- Last.fm listeners
- 4M
- Last.fm plays
About
Califone, Chicago experimenters blending Americana, indie rock, and folktronica.
Rooted in Chicago's rich musical landscape, Califone explores sonic experimentation within the framework of Americana, alt-country, and indie rock. Their catalog, available on vinyl, spans from early 2000s recordings like "Roomsound" (2001) to recent works such as "All My Friends Are Funeral Singers" (2023) and "Villagers" (2023). Labels including Dead Oceans and Jealous Butcher have released their distinct albums in multiple formats encompassing standard LPs, limited editions, and colored or numbered presses.
Vinyl enthusiasts will find a range of pressings: original releases such as the 2020 US limited edition of "Echo Mine" on Jealous Butcher (cat. JB186) command higher prices around €25, while reissues and other editions sometimes dip under €10.
Discography
Califone discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Fine Minnesota
Califone
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Knub U Knive
Califone
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Everybody's Mother, Volume One
Califone
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Villager’s Companion
Califone
- Vinyl 5
- CD 1
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
Funeral SingersAll My Friends Are Funeral Singers · 2009 - 02The Orchids
- 03Dime Fangs
- 04Sunday Noises
- 05Michigan Girls
- 06Spider's House
- 07Wingbone
- 08The Eye You Lost in the Crusades
Essentials
3 Califone albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 2009A defining album blending indie rock and Americana, originally released by Dead Oceans, showing the band's signature sound on vinyl.
15 tracksDouble LPDead Oceans label2009 pressing
#2 · 2020Explores avant-garde and experimental rock textures, released on Jealous Butcher with limited-edition vinyl editions sought after by collectors.
10 tracksLimited editionJealous Butcher RecordsPressing cat.no JB186
#3 · 2013Combines alternative and indie rock elements, released by Dead Oceans, with original and reissue vinyl pressings available.
10 tracksDead Oceans labelOriginal and reissue pressings2013 release
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Califone
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Original 2020 "Echo Mine" on Jealous Butcher
"Echo Mine" was released in 2020 as a limited edition LP with the catalog number JB186 on Jealous Butcher Records in the US. The original pressing commands prices up to €25 with a notable collector demand.
2013 "Stitches" LP on Dead Oceans
The 2013 "Stitches" album by Califone was issued on Dead Oceans with catalog number DOC080. Both original and reissue pressings circulate, priced between roughly €8.70 and €10.87 among collectors.
"All My Friends Are Funeral Singers" 2009 LP
Originally issued in 2009 by Dead Oceans, "All My Friends Are Funeral Singers" is a 15-track indie rock album with Americana influences. Vinyl editions continue to be a staple in Califone's collected works.
Califone's blend of folk, experimental sounds, and indie rock creates a unique listening experience.— Dedicated Audiophile
Chicago origins since 1997
Califone formed in Chicago in 1997, establishing a unique style combining alternative country and post-rock elements that have defined their discography since.
Califone vinyl discography
See allNew All My Friends Are Funeral Singers
Califone
Rock indépendantAlternatif
2023-06-02Dead OceansFrom$31.85
2 offersVILLAGERS/VINYLE COULEUR BOUTEILLE DE COCA
Califone
Rock indépendantAlternatif
2023-05-19JEALOUS BUTCHERFrom$32.71
1 offerQuicksand / Cradlesnakes (Deluxe Re
Califone
Rock indépendantAlternatif
2021Dead OceansFrom$19.99
1 offerSOMETIMES GOOD WEATHER FOLLOWS BAD PEOPLE
Califone
Alternative Country / AmericanaCountry/Folk
2012-06-11JEALOUS BUTCHER
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres does Califone's vinyl catalog cover?
Califone's vinyl releases span alternative country, Americana, indie rock, folktronica, and experimental rock genres.
Are Califone vinyl pressings mostly original releases or reissues?
The catalog features both original pressings and reissues, including limited editions and colored vinyl variants.
Which Califone album is best known among vinyl collectors?
"All My Friends Are Funeral Singers" (2009) is a key release often sought by collectors, available as a double LP.
How can I identify original pressings of Califone's "Echo Mine" LP?
Original "Echo Mine" LPs were released in 2020 by Jealous Butcher Records in the US with catalog number JB186, available in limited edition.
What is a notable track to sample Califone's style?
"Funeral Singers" is among the most played tracks, representing the band's blend of indie and Americana on vinyl.
Where was Califone formed and how does this influence their music?
Formed in Chicago, Califone's music reflects the city's vibrant alternative and experimental rock scene.
Are there limited edition numbers for Califone vinyls available in France?
Some limited editions of Califone's vinyl are distributed in France, including numbered pressings like "The Villager’s Companion." Prices vary by edition and availability.
What price range should I expect for original Califone vinyl LPs in France?
Original LPs like "All My Friends Are Funeral Singers" are found in the €15–€30 range, depending on pressing and condition.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.