Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Howard Jones
- 13
- Albums on Vinyles.com
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- Last.fm listeners
- 5M
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About
Howard Jones, British synth-pop voice bridging 80s New Wave and pop innovation.
As a classically trained pianist, Jones turned to New Wave synth-pop in the early 1980s, gaining chart success with singles like "New Song" and "What Is Love?" His 1984 debut album, Human's Lib, reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. Album releases mainly span the 1980s and feature electronic production characteristic of the era, with labels such as WEA and Cherry Red later issuing both studio and live recordings. Jones continued recording into the 1990s and beyond, with rarer pressings and live performances highlighting his evolving style.
Vinyl collectors will find notable LP pressings of albums like Dream Into Action (1985), One To One (1986), and Cross That Line (1989), with European, UK, US, and Canadian releases including remastered and test pressings.
Discography
Howard Jones discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Working in the Backroom
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Live Acoustic America
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People
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Perform.00
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The Peaceful Tour
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Piano Solos (For Friends and Loved Ones)
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Revolution of the Heart
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- CD 3
- Cassette 1
Piano Solos 2 (For Friends and Loved Ones)
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Ordinary Heroes
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- CD 2
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Human's Lib & Dream Into Action Live at Indigo2
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Engage
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- CD 4
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Transform
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Live at Siyan: August 02 2020
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Dialogue
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Live In Japan
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Piano Composed Spirio
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Live at the Marquee
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Like To Get To Know You Well, Live At High Wycombe Town Hall, 1983
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Live At The Marquee 1983
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Live At The Nhk Hall Tokyo Japan 1984 Gatefold Sleeve Rouge Et Jaune
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Listen
Signature songs
- 01
Things Can Only Get BetterDream Into Action · 1985 - 02
What Is Love?Human's Lib · 1984 - 03New SongHuman's Lib · 1984
- 04No One Is to BlameDream Into Action · 1985
- 05Like to Get to Know You Well
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Everlasting LoveCross That Line · 1989 - 07Things Can Only Get Better - 2018 Remaster
- 08Hide and SeekHuman's Lib · 1984
Essentials
3 Howard Jones albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1984Debut album reaching UK #1 with synth-pop classics. Tracks include "What Is Love?" and "New Song," defining early Jones sound.
10 tracksOriginal 1984 pressingStereo mixSynth-pop genre
#2 · 1985Breakthrough sophomore album with hit singles like "Things Can Only Get Better" and "No One Is To Blame," a staple of 80s synth-pop.
12 tracks1985 original pressingNew Wave styleSynth-pop
#3 · 19891989 album mixing pop rock and synth-pop, featuring "Everlasting Love" and title track; available with various UK, Europe and US pressings.
10 tracksOriginal UK & Europe stereo LPPop rock genreMultiple vinyl versions
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Howard Jones
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Human's Lib topped UK Albums Chart in 1984
Howard Jones’s debut album, Human's Lib, was released in 1984 and reached number one in the UK Albums Chart, featuring key tracks like "What Is Love?" establishing his presence in the synth-pop scene.
Original Europe pressing of In The Running (1992)
The LP In The Running was issued in Europe in 1992 by EastWest Records on vinyl with catalog WX456, offering the album in a classic LP format sought by collectors.
Live recordings from early 80s New Wave tours
Vinyl live albums include performances from 1983, such as Live At The Marquee and Like To Get To Know You Well at High Wycombe Town Hall, released on vinyl in 2026, capturing the live energy of Howard Jones’s peak touring years.
Cherry Red remastered pressings
Cherry Red has issued several remastered studio albums on vinyl in recent years, including Dream Into Action and Human’s Lib, with limited edition colored vinyl and deluxe gatefold formats.
His music combined piano training with the electronic sound of the 80s New Wave era.— Music history insight
Jones's 1986 single No One Is to Blame reached #4 on US charts, a significant achievement for English synth-pop artists.— Chart records
Howard Jones vinyl discography
See allNew Like To Get To Know You Well, Live At High Wycombe Town Hall, 1983
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Pop internationalePop
2026-09-18Cherry RedFrom$43.85
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New WavePop
2023-10-27CHERRY REDFrom$159.99
1 offerLIVE AT THE NHK HALL TOKYO JAPAN 1984/180 GR GATEFOLD SLEEVE ROUGE ET JAUNE
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New WavePop
2022-10-21CHERRY REDFrom$48.71
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Howard Jones CDs
See allOriginal Studio Albums 1984-1992
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are the most popular Howard Jones vinyl albums for collectors?
Human's Lib, Dream Into Action, and Cross That Line are sought after for their classic 1980s synth-pop sound and original or remastered vinyl pressings.
Which Howard Jones vinyl original pressings are rare to find?
European pressings of In The Running (1992) on EastWest and early 1980s UK stereo versions of Human's Lib are harder to locate in good condition.
What format are Howard Jones albums typically available on vinyl?
His albums mainly appear as 12-inch LPs, sometimes in gatefold sleeves or colored vinyl, especially in recent remastered editions.
What years cover the majority of Howard Jones's vinyl releases?
Most vinyl albums were originally released between 1983 and 1992, capturing his peak New Wave and synth-pop period.
Are there live Howard Jones vinyl records recorded in France?
No official vinyl live recordings have been released that were recorded in France to date.
Where can I find Howard Jones vinyl albums in the UK?
Original and remastered LPs from Cherry Red and WEA labels are widely available in the UK through record shops and collectors, with new editions released even in the 2020s.
How has Howard Jones influenced the synth-pop genre?
Howard Jones helped popularize synth-driven melodies combined with thoughtful lyrics, contributing to 1980s New Wave and synth-pop evolution.
What should I know about the sound quality of Howard Jones vinyl?
Vinyl editions vary from original 1980s pressings to remastered versions that often improve audio clarity and dynamic range for audiophiles.
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Sources & method
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- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
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