Artist page · 07/07/2026
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Formed after the dissolution of earlier projects, Dance Gavin Dance quickly established themselves in the post-hardcore scene with their debut full-length in 2007. Their sound combines math rock complexity, experimental touches, and melodic vocals across changing lineups. The band is notable for releasing multiple studio albums on Rise Records and Universal, with a dedicated following. Vinyl editions include limited runs and picture discs, often fetching premium prices among collectors. Recent releases, such as Afterburner (2020) and preorders for 2026 releases, show continued demand. Across their discography, key albums like Downtown Battle Mountain and Mothership highlight their evolving style and intricate musicianship.
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Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Rise Records · 2026
Rise Records · 2025
Rise Records · 2022
Rise Records · 2020
Rise Records · 2020
Rise Records · 2018
Rise Records · 2016
Rise Records · 2016
Rise Records · 2015
Rise Records · 2013
Rise Records · 2011
Rise Records · 2009
Rise Records · 2008
Rise Records · 2007Playlist
The tracks that sum up Dance Gavin Dance's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Their debut studio album capturing early post-hardcore and math rock fusion, still sought after on vinyl with several repressings and solid collector interest.
A pivotal album combining post-hardcore and alternative rock styles, available in multiple collectible LP editions with varying price points.
Latest major release with 13 tracks, including unique picture disc vinyl; original pressings traded around €20-24 in the secondary market.
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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.
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.
"Original limited edition, want/have ratio 2.5:1 with zero copies for sale."– Vinyl pressing notes on Instant Gratification
In 2007, Dance Gavin Dance recorded their debut album Downtown Battle Mountain at a studio with producer Kris Crummett. This session established their intricate post-hardcore sound.
After the recording of their 2007 debut album, guitarist Sean O'Sullivan left due to personal conflicts and was replaced by Zac Garren, formerly their merchandise manager.
At the end of 2007, lead singer Jonny Craig left Dance Gavin Dance amid tensions. He soon joined the band Emarosa as their vocalist.
The 2015 LP release of Instant Gratification on Rise Records is an original limited edition with a collector want-to-have ratio of 2.5:1, but no copies currently for sale.
The 2016 original limited edition of the Mothership LP on Rise Records has been spotted at prices as high as €158, reflecting its collector value and scarcity.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
They are primarily known for post-hardcore, blending experimental rock and emo elements.
They formed in Sacramento, California, in 2005.
At least five studio albums are available on vinyl, including notable titles like Downtown Battle Mountain and Afterburner.
Early albums, limited edition runs like Afterburner picture discs, and original pressings of Mothership tend to be most sought after.
Prices vary by edition and rarity, with common vinyls around €20-49 and rare limited editions exceeding €100.
Yes, picture discs and limited edition colored pressings are notable, especially for albums like Afterburner and Mothership.
French distributors carry several licensed imports and limited editions, which are trackable on Vinyles.com for availability and prices.
Most official vinyl pressings are from US labels like Rise Records, but international editions and reissues exist as well.
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