Artist page · 05/07/2026
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13 vinyl records spanning from 1989 to 2020 — key albums pressed by Merge, Demon, and Rykodisc.
Bob Mould’s career spans over four decades, beginning as guitarist and vocalist for punk and alternative bands Hüsker Dü and Sugar. His solo discography includes 13 vinyl releases ranging from raw punk energy to more polished indie rock sounds. Albums issued by labels including Merge Records, Demon, and Rykodisc illustrate his diverse musical styles and consistent output, blending elements of alternative rock, noise, and rock independent. The range of vinyl pressings available offer audiophiles and collectors editions on LP in various formats including limited editions.
Key albums like 'Blue Hearts' (2020), 'Sunshine Rock' (2019), and 'Patch The Sky' (2016) represent different phases of Mould’s evolving sound.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
BMG · 2025
Merge Records · 2020
Merge Records · 2019
Merge Records · 2016
Merge Records · 2014
Merge Records · 2012
Anti- · 2009
Anti- · 2008
Yep Roc Records · 2005
Granary Music · 2002
Rykodisc · 1998
Rykodisc · 1996
Virgin · 1990
Virgin · 1989Playlist
The tracks that sum up Bob Mould's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Latest studio album featuring 14 tracks of punchy alternative rock, released on Merge Records. Known for vibrant energy and sharp songwriting.
2019 album with 12 tracks combining indie rock and pop punk elements, available in limited edition LP pressed by Merge Records.
Album from 2016 offering an introspective blend of alternative rock sounds, backed by Merge Records, featuring 12 carefully crafted tracks.
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Artists who share part of Bob Mould's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"I hate alternative rock" is both a song title and an expression of Mould's complex relationship with music genres.— Bob Mould
The 'Blue Hearts' album, released in 2020 by Merge Records, contains 14 tracks such as 'Heart On My Sleeve' and 'American Crisis', recorded with a mix of punk and indie rock themes.
The 2019 'Sunshine Rock' album has various vinyl versions including an original US limited edition and a stereo edition covering the USA, Canada, and Europe, with catalog number MRG650.
Released in 2016, 'Patch The Sky' was pressed on LP under Merge Records, with versions including original and reissues, catalog number MRG580, making it a key record in Mould’s discography.
'Distortion (live)' captures performances from 2021 and offers a rock-focused experience on vinyl under Demon label, highlighting Mould’s continued activity on stage.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Popular vinyl albums include 'Blue Hearts' (2020), 'Sunshine Rock' (2019), and 'Patch The Sky' (2016), known for their blend of alternative and indie rock.
Bob Mould was born in Malone, New York, in 1960.
Labels such as Merge Records, Demon, and Rykodisc have issued Bob Mould's vinyl albums.
His LP albums commonly feature between 10 and 14 tracks, offering full-length listening experiences.
Yes, albums like 'Sunshine Rock' and 'Beauty & Ruin' have limited edition LP pressings for collectors.
Yes, several of Bob Mould's albums have been released and pressed for the French market, including live recordings.
Bob Mould's albums are found primarily on LP vinyl, including standard and limited edition formats.
Prices vary by pressing and rarity, with original editions often commanding higher prices tracked in real time on vinyl price comparison platforms.
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