Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Over 20 vinyl releases including rare compilations; prices range €2 to €60, with audiophile 180g editions prized by collectors.
Captain Beefheart crafted a unique blend of rock, blues, and experimental music marked by avant-garde structures and surreal lyrics. His discography comprises more than 20 vinyl records, including studio albums, live recordings, and compilations, released on labels like Scorpio, Ozit, and Reprise. Collector interest is sustained by multiple pressings, colored vinyl editions, and 180-gram audiophile LPs. Noteworthy are releases such as "Dust Sucker" (2007 UK reissue), "Clear Spot" (1972), and "The Spotlight Kid" (1972), which showcase his diverse approach to songwriting and production.
Vinyles.com tracks real-time market prices, revealing fluctuations from affordable vintage original pressings to higher-priced limited editions.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Dandelion Records · 2016
Let Them Eat Vinyl · 2015
Let Them Eat Vinyl · 2015
VAULTernative Records · 2012
Sundazed Music · 2008
Viper · 2003
Milksafe Productions · 2002
Rhino Handmade · 2000
Revenant · 1999
Movieplay Gold · 1994
Virgin · 1982
Virgin · 1980
Warner Bros. Records · 1978
Virgin · 1974
Mercury · 1974
Reprise Records · 1972
Reprise Records · 1972
Buddah Records · 1971
Straight · 1970
Straight · 1969
Blue Thumb Records · 1968
Buddah Records · 1967Playlist
The tracks that sum up Captain Beefheart's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A 2007 UK limited edition compilation showcasing rare tracks and unreleased material, valued for its extensive 19-track listing.
Released in 1974 on Mercury in the US, this record is noted for its blues rock style and nine-track vinyl promo editions.
1972 stereo LP from Reprise Records featuring avant-garde blues rock across ten tracks, widely available on vinyl collectors’ markets.
Go further
Artists who share part of Captain Beefheart'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.
Captain Beefheart’s music blends avant-garde innovation with deep blues roots.— Analysis of stylistic elements
Originally released in the UK by Ozit-Morpheus Records in 2007 as a limited edition numbered LP, "Dust Sucker" compiles rare and unreleased tracks across 19 songs, sought after by collectors.
The album "Bluejeans & Moonbeams" was issued in the US on Mercury in 1974, with promo stereo pressings bearing cat no. SRM 1-1018, varying in availability and price between €2 and €29.
"The Spotlight Kid" was released in stereo in 1972 on Reprise Records, comprising 10 tracks blending blues rock and avant-garde styles, frequented in US and Canadian pressings.
"Clear Spot" appeared in 1972 widely on Reprise Records, with notable Canadian and Australian pressings exhibiting a price range up to €60 and 12 tracks including "Her Eyes Are My Only House Unless It Rains."
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
His music spans blues, psychedelic rock, experimental rock, and avant-garde, blending traditional and experimental styles.
Essential vinyl albums include "Dust Sucker," "Bluejeans & Moonbeams," and "The Spotlight Kid," notable for their diverse styles and multiple pressings.
Yes, releases like "Clear Spot" and "Safe As Milk" have audiophile 180g vinyl editions favored by collectors.
He was from Glendale, California, United States, active mainly from the mid-1960s to early 1980s.
Some pressings do circulate among European collectors; however, many original pressings were mainly released in the US and UK.
Prices vary widely; vintage originals can be affordable, while limited editions and audiophile pressings range from about €20 to over €60.
"Dust Sucker" contains 19 tracks, combining studio cuts and rare material across its LP format.
Its stereo mix, comprehensive 10-track listing, and availability in US and Canadian pressings make it a sought-after vinyl for fans.
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