Artist profile · 06/07/2026
Garbage
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About
Garbage, American alternative rock from Madison, Wisconsin since 1994.
Garbage emerged in 1994 around producers Butch Vig, Duke Erikson, and Steve Marker, who sought a distinctive sound mixing guitars with electronic effects. Scottish vocalist Shirley Manson joined after being discovered in 1994, completing the lineup. Their style spans alternative rock, pop, and experimental electronic elements, with releases documented on multiple labels including BMG and Stun Volume.
From their self-titled debut in 1995, featuring tracks like "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl," to recent works such as 2025's "Let All That We Imagine Be The Light," Garbage's catalogue includes studio albums released on vinyl editions across Europe, the US, and beyond.
Discography
Garbage discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Not Your Kind of People
Garbage
- Vinyl 2
- CD 3
- Cassette
One Mile High… Live
Garbage
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
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Signature songs
- 01
Only Happy When It RainsGarbage · 1995 - 02
I Think I'm ParanoidVersion 2.0 · 1998 - 03Stupid GirlGarbage · 1995
- 04QueerGarbage · 1995
- 05Push ItVersion 2.0 · 1998
- 06SpecialVersion 2.0 · 1998
- 07
The World Is Not Enough - 08When I Grow UpVersion 2.0 · 1998
Essentials
3 Garbage albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1995Their debut album showcases the blend of alternative rock and electronic effects establishing Garbage's early sound.
12 tracksIncludes "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl"Multiple vinyl editionsCatalog price approx. €2025
#2 · 1998This album pushed the band’s electronic and alternative rock fusion further, featuring complex samples and production.
12 tracksIncludes "I Think I'm Paranoid" and "Push It"7 vinyl versionsCatalog price approx. €2024
#3 · 2021A recent studio release available in special limited vinyl editions with a full 11-track set.
11 tracksLimited editionRecord Store Day releaseCatalog price approx. €2024
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Garbage
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Founding of Garbage with Shirley Manson in 1994
The band was initially founded in 1994 by producers Butch Vig, Duke Erikson and Steve Marker in Madison, Wisconsin, who discovered Scottish singer Shirley Manson after seeing her in a 1994 music video.
Garbage's self-titled 1995 debut album
Released in 1995, the debut album features tracks like "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl," mixing alternative rock and electronic elements that shaped their signature sound.
"The band combines guitars and electronic effects to create unique soundscapes."— Band production notes
Limited, deluxe and test pressings tracked globally
Recent pressings like the 2025 'Let All That We Imagine Be The Light' are available in limited test pressing white label editions and standard LP versions across Europe, priced from about €14.56 to €174 depending on edition rarity.
"Shirley Manson was spotted on a music channel and invited to join the band in 1994."— Band history
Garbage vinyl discography
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Garbage formed and where?
Garbage formed in 1994 in Madison, Wisconsin, United States.
What genres does Garbage's music encompass?
The band's music blends alternative rock, pop, electronic, and experimental styles.
How many studio albums has Garbage released?
Garbage has released 12 studio albums to date.
Which Garbage vinyl album is best for collectors?
The debut album 'Garbage' and 'Version 2.0' are popular vinyl choices due to their impact and multiple editions.
Are there limited edition Garbage vinyl pressings available in France?
Yes, several limited edition vinyl pressings of Garbage albums are available for sale in France and Europe, often as Record Store Day editions.
What is the typical price range for Garbage vinyl records?
Prices for Garbage vinyl range from around €10 for common reissues up to above €170 for rare test pressings.
Where was Garbage's album 'Beautiful Garbage' recorded?
The album 'Beautiful Garbage' was produced in the early 2000s, with sessions primarily based in the United States.
How is Garbage's sound characterized on vinyl recordings?
Garbage's vinyl recordings showcase a fusion of raw rock guitar energy with layered electronic production.
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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.