Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Gary Numan
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About
Gary Numan, British synth-pop pioneer since the late 1970s
Emerging with his band Tubeway Army in 1979, Gary Numan gained recognition for the album Replicas and the hit single Are 'Friends' Electric?. He continued to develop synth-pop through the 1980s with albums such as The Pleasure Principle and Telekon, featuring tracks like Cars and She’s Got Claws. His style evolved to incorporate darker, industrial elements by the late 1990s, working alongside musicians in that genre. Vinyl releases span studio albums, live recordings, and special editions, with various formats and limited pressings.
Collecting Gary Numan vinyl includes exploring his influential electronic and new wave sound with releases on labels like Beggars Banquet and BMG Rights Management, with prices and availability tracked in real-time for collectors and audiophiles world…
Discography
Gary Numan discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Living Ornaments ’79
Gary Numan
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Living Ornaments ’80
Gary Numan
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- CD 1
- Cassette 1
The Fury
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 2
- CD 3
- Cassette 1
White Noise
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 2
Strange Charm
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette 1
Ghost
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
Metal Rhythm
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Skin Mechanic
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Asylum 3
Gary Numan
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Outland
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Machine + Soul
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette 1
Dream Corrosion
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Sacrifice
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Time to Die
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Live Dark Light
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Living Ornaments ’81
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Dark Light
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Hope Bleeds
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at Shepherds Bush Empire
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Fragment 1/04
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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Fragment 2/04
Gary Numan
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Jagged
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
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Jagged Live
Gary Numan
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Engineers
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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Telekon – Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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Replicas Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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The Pleasure Principle Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Decoder (Recorded Live In Australia)
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Big Noise Transmission
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Machine Music Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Here in the Black: Live at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
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Obsession
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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Replicas Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
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Telekon Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Pleasure Principle Live
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
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British Live Performance Series
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Live at Hammersmith Odeon 1989
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Savage (live at Brixton Academy)
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Disguise & Disconnection: London Broadcast 1983
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Robots Live At The Capitol Theatre - Sydney 1980
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
Santa Monica Radio Broadcast 1980
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
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Disguise & Disconnection Radio Broadcast London 1983
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Disguise & Disconnection (Radio Broadcast)
Gary Numan
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
Transmission Impossible (Legendary Radio Broadcasts)
Gary Numan
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
CarsThe Pleasure Principle · 1979 - 02M.E.The Pleasure Principle · 1979
- 03MetalThe Pleasure Principle · 1979
- 04Are 'Friends' Electric?
- 05FilmsThe Pleasure Principle · 1979
- 06Down in the Park
- 07ComplexThe Pleasure Principle · 1979
- 08Trois Gymnopedies (first movement)
Essentials
3 Gary Numan albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1979Foundational synth-pop album featuring the hit Cars and 10 tracks blending electronic and rock elements, significant in Gary Numan's discography.
10 tracksStereo soundBeggars Banquet labelMultiple reissues
#2 · 1980Follow-up to The Pleasure Principle with 10 tracks including This Wreckage and I Dream Of Wires, representing Numan's continued synth-pop exploration.
10 tracksStereo soundBeggars Banquet labelMultiple pressings
#3 · 19811981 album blending synth-pop with funk and new wave influences, featuring 11 tracks and showcasing a stylistic shift in Numan's work.
11 tracksLP formatHispavox (original pressing Spain)Stereo versions available
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Gary Numan
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Recording of The Pleasure Principle in 1979
The Pleasure Principle was recorded and released in 1979 on the Beggars Banquet label, featuring the groundbreaking synth-pop hit Cars, with a notable electronic and rock fusion.
Telekon album from 1980
Telekon was released in 1980 with tracks such as This Wreckage and I Dream Of Wires, continuing Gary Numan’s exploration of synth-pop and new wave.
Live album at Shepherds Bush Empire
Gary Numan’s live performances have been immortalized with releases such as At The Shepherds Bush Empire, issued on vinyl and capturing the energy of his stage presence.
His music transitioned from synth-pop to incorporating industrial rock elements in the late 1990s.— Gary Numan's career evolution
Original Berserker pressing from Australia, 1984
One of the original vinyl pressings of Berserker was released in Australia in 1984 on Powderworks label, sought by collectors and available at varied price points.
Gary Numan vinyl discography
See allPre-order Pre-order New TELEKON - 45TH ANNIVERSARY - ÉDITION DELUXE
Gary Numan
New WavePop
2025-12-12BEGGARS BANQUETFrom$52.00
1 offer1,000: Live at the Electric Ballroom
Gary Numan
TechnoÉlectro
2025-11-07BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENTFrom$90.99
1 offerWARRIORS - EDITION LIMITEE VINYLE ORANGE
Gary Numan
Variété internationaleVariétés
2021-09-24BEGGARS BANQUETFrom$20.46
2 offersREPLICAS - THE FIRST RECORDINGS - DOUBLE VINYLE ORANGE
Gary Numan
New WavePop
2019-10-11BEGGARS BANQUETFrom$31.96
1 offerTHE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE -THE FIRST RECORDINGS - DOUBLE VINYLE VERT
Gary Numan
New WavePop
2019-10-11BEGGARS BANQUETFrom$9.08
1 offerTHE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE
Gary Numan
Electro francophone / French TouchÉlectro
2015-10-16BEGGARS BANQUETFrom$23.16
2 offers
Gary Numan CDs
See allTransmission Impossible (Legendary Radio Broadcasts)
Gary Numan
GothiqueAlternatif
2026-04-17EAT TO THE BEAT1,000: Live at the Electric Ballroom
Gary Numan
TechnoÉlectro
2025-11-07BMG Rights ManagementFrom$29.98
3 offersSplinter (songs from a broken mind)
Gary Numan
Industriel / Post-industrielAlternatif
2013-10-14ALSOFrom$44.00
2 offers
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Gary Numan and what music genres is he associated with?
Gary Numan is a British musician known for synth-pop, electronic, new wave, and later industrial rock styles.
What are some essential Gary Numan vinyl albums to collect?
Key vinyl albums include The Pleasure Principle (1979), Telekon (1980), and Dance (1981), each released in multiple formats and editions.
Are there notable live recordings of Gary Numan on vinyl?
Yes, live performances such as At The Shepherds Bush Empire and Scarred - Live Brixton Academy have been released on vinyl.
How has Gary Numan's musical style evolved over his career?
Beginning with synth-pop in the late 1970s, his style moved to darker, industrial textures by the late 1990s.
What is the price range for original Gary Numan vinyl pressings?
Original pressings like Berserker from 1984 vary in price, often ranging from about 15 to 28 euros depending on pressing and condition.
Can I find Gary Numan vinyl records in France?
Some releases like Dance have Spanish and Mexican pressings, and French collectors can find imports and reissues available in local shops and online.
Which labels have released Gary Numan vinyl albums?
His albums have been released on labels including Beggars Banquet, BMG Rights Management, and OTB Records among others.
What tracks are most popular on Gary Numan's vinyl releases?
Popular tracks include Cars, Are 'Friends' Electric?, M.E., and Films, frequently present on vinyl editions.
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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.