Artist page · 06/07/2026
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5 albums on vinyl, including 2022's 'Jacob's Ladder' and 2023's Beatles tribute LPs.
Starting classical piano lessons young, Brad Mehldau expanded his focus to rock and jazz during his teens in Connecticut. He later studied composition in New York and worked with notable jazz musicians early in his career. Mehldau is recognized for his trio format and his explorations of post-bop and contemporary jazz, incorporating both original compositions and covers.
His vinyl discography features albums across jazz and pop genres, often released on the Nonesuch label. Key releases include the recent 'Jacob's Ladder' (2022), 'Largo' (reissue 2023), and a Beatles tribute, reflecting his versatility and evolving artistry.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Smoke Sessions Records · 2024
Nonesuch · 2024
Nonesuch · 2023
PentaTone · 2023
Nonesuch · 2022
Nonesuch · 2019
Impulse! · 2018
Nonesuch · 2018
Nonesuch · 2017
Nonesuch · 2016
Nonesuch · 2015
Nonesuch · 2014
Nonesuch · 2011
Nonesuch · 2011
ECM Records · 2011
Naïve · 2010
Nonesuch · 2010
The Jazz Alliance · 2007
Nonesuch · 2006
Nonesuch · 2006
Warner Bros. Records · 2004
Palmetto Records, Inc. · 2004
Nonesuch · 2004
JVC · 2002
Warner Bros. Records · 2002
Warner Bros. Records · 2001
Warner Music France · 2001
Warner Bros. Records · 2000
Warner Bros. Records · 1999
Warner Bros. Records · 1999
Warner Bros. Records · 1998
Fresh Sound New Talent · 1998
Warner Bros. Records · 1998
Fresh Sound New Talent · 1998
Warner Bros. Records · 1997
Blue Note · 1997
Warner Bros. Records · 1995
Criss Cross Jazz · 1993
Verve Records · 
Fresh Sound New Talent · Playlist
The tracks that sum up Brad Mehldau's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A 12-track contemporary jazz album blending prog rock and neo-classical elements, widely collected on vinyl with multiple pressings.
A 12-track album reissued on vinyl in 2023 with remastered sound, showcasing Mehldau's contemporary jazz style.
A 2023 vinyl album interpreting Beatles songs through Mehldau's jazz lens, notable among collectors.
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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.
Mehldau blends classical techniques with jazz improvisation to craft a uniquely modern sound.— Brad Mehldau
Brad Mehldau was born on August 23, 1970, in Jacksonville, Florida. He studied classical piano from age 6 to 14 before shifting to jazz and rock influences during his teens in Connecticut. He later studied composition and jazz at the New School in New York.
In 1995, Mehldau formed the Brad Mehldau Trio with Larry Grenadier on bass and Jorge Rossy on drums, releasing their debut album 'Introducing Brad Mehldau' that same year.
'Jacob's Ladder' is a 2022 contemporary jazz album with influences of prog rock and neo-classical music, featuring 12 tracks and multiple vinyl pressings available in Europe and North America.
'Largo', originally released in 2002, saw a 2023 remastered vinyl reissue under the Nonesuch label, available in the US with high demand among collectors.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Brad Mehldau was born on August 23, 1970, in Jacksonville, Florida, USA.
His vinyl releases span contemporary jazz, jazz fusion, neo-classical, and jazz interpretations of pop, including Beatles covers.
'Jacob's Ladder' was released on vinyl in 2022, featuring 12 tracks with a blend of jazz and classical influences.
Yes, for example, 'Better Angels' (2024) has a limited edition stereo LP pressing available from Smoke Sessions Records.
The remastered 2023 vinyl reissue of 'Largo' is available in the US market around 35 €.
His albums like 'Jacob's Ladder' and 'Your Mother Should Know' are pressed and sold in Europe, reflecting a following in the region.
Vinyles.com features a detailed catalog of Brad Mehldau's vinyl releases, including pricing and pressing variations.
Yes, the Brad Mehldau Trio typically includes piano, bass, and drums, a classic jazz trio setup.
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