Artist page · 04/07/2026
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14 vinyl releases, classic rockabilly style — prized original 1958 LPs trade collectible prices.
Buddy Holly's vinyl discography includes 14 known releases spanning original studio albums and numerous compilations showcasing his rock and rockabilly roots. His sound, characterized by clean guitar work and distinctive vocals, contrasts the era's more rebellious rock stars with a polished image, recognizable in part by his iconic glasses.
Original and reissue pressings of albums like "That'll Be The Day" and "True Love Ways" remain sought after among audiophiles and collectors, with prices varying from affordable reissues to high-value original mono LPs released in 1958 in Singapore and other countries. His legacy is preserved through consistent vinyl reissues globally.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Decca · 2018
MCA Records · 1983
MCA Records · 1969
Coral · 1965
Coral · 1964
Coral · 1963
Coral · 1958
Decca · 1958Playlist
The tracks that sum up Buddy Holly's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
This 1958 album features landmark rockabilly and rock & roll tracks including "That'll Be The Day." Highly collectible original pressings and thoughtful modern reissues alike highlight Holly’s influence.
"Buddy" captures Holly's early rock and roll spirit on Coral Records. Pressings are sought for their authentic sound from one of rock’s earliest innovators.
This 2018 album presents a collection of Holly ballads and softer tracks, with reissues available on Decca, blending rock & roll with symphonic rock influences.
Go further
Artists who share part of Buddy Holly'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.
The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Buddy Holly presented a polished image with the hallmark of his famous glasses, distinct from other 1950s rock rebels.— Contemporary music notes
The 1958 original Singapore pressing of "That'll Be The Day" on Colortune label is highly sought after with a 2:1 want to have ratio and no current sales, marking it a premium collectible.
Buddy Holly's career began in the early 1950s and tragically ended in 1959 due to a plane crash in Iowa. Despite his short career, he sold over 10 million records with hits like "Oh Boy" and "Peggy Sue."
The 2018 release of "True Love Ways" on vinyl through Decca label includes 12 tracks and mixes rock, pop, and classical elements, reflecting Holly's more melodic side.
Released in 1983 under MCA Records, "For The First Time Anywhere" offers mono LP versions and remains widely available on vinyl, showing continued interest decades after Holly's death.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Buddy Holly was a pioneering 1950s rock and roll singer-songwriter from Lubbock, Texas, USA.
Collectors often seek the 1958 "That'll Be The Day" mono LP, the "Buddy" Coral Records album, and recent reissues like "True Love Ways."
His music appears mainly on 12-inch LP vinyl records, including mono and stereo versions, as well as various compilations.
Yes, original 1958 pressings like the Singapore Colortune release of "That'll Be The Day" are rare and highly sought after by collectors.
Prices vary widely from a few euros for modern reissues to over 60 euros for high-value original 1958 mono LPs in good condition.
French collectors can find Buddy Holly records in specialized shops and via online platforms offering domestic and international pressings.
His clear guitar playing, heartfelt vocals, and blend of rockabilly with country and blues set his vinyl recordings apart in warmth and authenticity.
As a pioneer of rock and roll’s early sound, Holly’s vinyl releases established standards in songwriting and recording that continue to inspire artists and collectors.
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