Cerrone’s debut solo album broke ground with its 16-minute title track and heavy drum focus, selling millions worldwide and spawning multiple vinyl pressings.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Cerrone
About
Cerrone, From Vitry-sur-Seine, the sound of French disco pioneering.
Key albums topping disco and funk charts; original 'Love In C Minor' vinyl still sought after.
Marc Cerrone emerged as a key figure in disco music with a background as a drummer, transitioning from performing to producing solo works starting in the mid-1970s. His 1976 debut solo album, recorded in London’s Trident Studios, featured extended tracks with innovative use of drum patterns and sensual elements uncommon at the time. Many albums followed, blending disco, funk, and later nu-disco and electronic styles, steadily building his discography with releases spanning decades. His work frequently incorporated orchestration and synthesized sounds, contributing signature elements that influenced dance music.
Discography
Cerrone — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Malligator Préférence · 2025
Malligator Préférence · 2022
Because Music · 2020
Because Music · 2016
Malligator · 2010
Malligator Préférence · 2008
Malligator · 2006
Malligator Productions · 2003
Malligator · 2002
EMI France · 1994
Malligator · 1993
NAC Company · 1992
CBS · 1990
NAC Company · 1989
New Age Company · 1988
Carrere · 1985
Malligator · 1983
Malligator · 1983
Malligator · 1982
Malligator Records International · 1982
Malligator · 1980
Malligator · 1980
Malligator Records International · 1980
Malligator · 1979
Malligator · 1979
Malligator · 1979
Malligator · 1978
Malligator · 1978
Malligator · 1977
Malligator · 1977
Malligator · 1976Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Cerrone's career.



The essentials
The 3 Cerrone albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Featuring orchestral and synthesized disco, this album’s title track and 'Give Me Love' became staples of international dance floors.
A recent studio album with remixes and fresh disco-nu disco stylings, representing Cerrone’s ongoing influence and vinyl availability today.
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Cerrone
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Cerrone’s sound merged symphonic orchestration with synthesizers, expanding disco’s musical boundaries.— 1977 Album Notes
Love In C Minor recorded at Trident Studios London
From September to October 1976, Cerrone recorded his revolutionary debut album at Trident Studios in London, featuring a 16-minute title track and an unconventional disco sound highlighting heavy drum beats and sensual samples.
Supernature sells over 10 million copies
Released in 1977 and recorded during the summer in London, the album Supernature achieved worldwide acclaim, selling over 10 million copies and cementing Cerrone’s status in disco music history.
Cerrone performs classic disco hits at the Olympia, Paris
In December 1978, Cerrone played his signature songs including Love In C Minor, Supernature, and Rocket In The Pocket at Paris' Olympia theatre, showcasing his peak disco era on iconic stages.
Original French Malligator LP releases highly sought
Original vinyl pressings on the Malligator label from the late 1970s and early 1980s, including Love In C Minor and Hysteria, remain prized by collectors with numerous pressings worldwide.
Records by Cerrone
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FAQ: Cerrone on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Cerrone and what is his musical background?
Marc Cerrone is a French drummer and music producer, known as a disco pioneer since the 1970s. He started as a drummer and evolved into a key figure in disco and electronic dance music.
Which Cerrone albums are most important for vinyl collectors?
Essential albums include 'Love In C Minor' (1976), 'Supernature' (1977), and recent releases like 'Cerrone By Cerrone' (2022). Original 70s pressings and remastered editions are popular among collectors.
What makes the 'Love In C Minor' album unique for its time?
The 16-minute title track was revolutionary in disco for its length and focus on heavy drum beats and sensual sounds, unusual on radio or dance floors in 1976.
Are Cerrone’s disco hits still available on vinyl today?
Yes, many Cerrone albums have been reissued on vinyl, including recent limited editions like 'Disco Symphony' (2025) and 'Cerrone By Cerrone' (2022).
Where are Cerrone’s vinyl records typically pressed?
Pressings of Cerrone’s albums have been made in France, Europe, Colombia, and India, with French Malligator label releases being particularly notable.
How can I tell an original Cerrone vinyl pressing from a reissue?
Original pressings often bear labels like Malligator from the 1970s-80s and distinct catalogue numbers; reissues generally have modern labels and sometimes remastering credits.
What is the significance of Cerrone's 'Supernature' album?
'Supernature' combined symphonic orchestration and synthesizers, selling over 10 million copies globally and becoming a staple disco dancefloor classic.
Did Cerrone perform live shows notable to vinyl enthusiasts?
Yes, notable live performances, like the December 1978 Olympia show in Paris, featured performances of his key albums and became legendary within disco fan communities.
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- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
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