Artist page · 04/07/2026
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11 vinyl albums available with original Jamaican pressings from 1977 to 1986 — prices ranging from €5 to over €50.
Dennis Brown started his music career as a child in Kingston, Jamaica, recording at Coxsone Dodd's Studio One and later working with Joe Gibbs and Derrick Harriott. His 1979 international breakthrough was the hit "Money in My Pocket," while albums like "Wolves & Leopards," "Visions of Dennis Brown," and "Words of Wisdom" cemented his popularity in Jamaica and beyond. He earned the title "Crown Prince of Reggae" and collaborated with key figures including Sly & Robbie and King Jammy.
Brown's catalog includes 11 vinyl albums currently tracked for collectors, with original Jamaican pressings like "Brown Sugar" (1986) and seminal roots reggae LPs from the late 1970s.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Trojan Records · 1992
Leggo Records · 1991
Yvonne's Special · 1990
Music Works Records · 1990
Greensleeves Records · 1990
Greensleeves Records · 1989
Tappa Records · 1989
Yvonne's Special · 1989
J&W Records · 1987
Jammy's Records · 1986
Live & Learn Records · 1986
Taxi · 1986
Striker Lee · 1985
Greensleeves Records · 1985
Yvonne's Special · 1985
Greensleeves Records · 1984
Joe Gibbs Music · 1984
Yvonne's Special · 1983
A&M Records · 1983
Joe Gibbs Music · 1982
A&M Records · 1982
Joe Gibbs Music · 1982
Yvonne's Special · 1981
A&M Records · 1981
Joe Gibbs Music · 1980
D.E.B. Music · 1979
Atlantic · 1979
Laser · 1979
Third World · 1978
Joe Gibbs Record Globe · 1977
Pioneer · 1977
D.E.B. Music · 1977
Micron Music Limited · 1976
Observer · 1976
Trojan Records · 1975
Trojan Records · 1973
Studio One · 1971
Studio One · 1970
World Records · 
Dynamite Records · Playlist
The tracks that sum up Dennis Brown's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Produced with Sly & Robbie, featuring the enduring reggae anthem "Revolution." This album is a key late-era Dennis Brown work blending roots and dancehall.
Roots reggae classic containing 12 tracks including "Money In My Pocket." Available in multiple pressings with original UK Laser label among them.
Early roots reggae album demonstrating Dennis Brown's emergence as a leading voice with 12 tracks including "Show Us The Way."
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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.
"He was regarded as the Crown Prince of Reggae, a title given by Bob Marley himself."— Reggae circles
Dennis Brown began recording at Coxsone Dodd's Studio One in Kingston at around age 9, establishing early ties with the foundation of reggae.
In 1979, "Money In My Pocket" became Dennis Brown's first international hit, reaching top-selling status in the UK and boosting his global profile.
The 1986 album "Brown Sugar" was produced in collaboration with famed rhythm duo Sly & Robbie, featuring the reggae anthem "Revolution."
The 1977 LP "Visions of Dennis Brown," released by Joe Gibbs Record Globe in Jamaica, includes tracks like "Deliverance Will Come" and "Malcolm X."
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Essential vinyls include "Brown Sugar" (1986), "Words Of Wisdom" (1979), and "Just Dennis" (1975), available in multiple pressings and labels.
Dennis Brown was born and recorded primarily in Kingston, Jamaica, where he was a central figure in the reggae scene.
His vinyl catalog largely features roots reggae and lovers rock, blending soulful melodies with classic reggae rhythms.
While some early Jamaican original pressings are collectible and can command higher prices, many classic albums have multiple reissues and remain available.
French pressings typically appear on labels like VP Records or MUSIC ON VINYL, often as reissues of classics like "Super Reggae And Soul Hits."
Albums such as "LOVE & HATE" and "WE REMEMBER DENNIS BROWN" are accessible roots reggae introductions, often found in French vinyl shops.
Prices range widely based on pressing and condition, from around €5 for common UK pressings to €50+ for rare Jamaican originals like "Visions Of Dennis Brown."
Yes, he worked with producers and musicians such as Joe Gibbs, Sly & Robbie, and performed duets with Gregory Isaacs.
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