Artist page · 05/07/2026

Donna Summer

BostonBorn in 1948Disco17 vinyl albums
Donna Summer, born LaDonna Adrian Gaines in Boston in 1948, became a major figure in disco and pop music during the 1970s and 1980s. With a catalogue spanning soul, disco, and pop genres, she released more than 20 vinyl records including studio albums and special editions.
17Albums on Vinyles.com
5024Discogs releases
1.7MLast.fm listeners

About

Donna Summer, Queen of Disco, a soul and pop pioneer from Boston.

Over 20 vinyl releases including classic disco LPs; key pressings from 1974 to 2023 tracked.

Donna Summer shaped the sound of disco with a powerful voice and a string of hits such as "I Feel Love" and "Hot Stuff." Her work blends funk, soul, pop, and electronic music elements, contributing to a dancefloor legacy. Vinyl pressings of her albums, from early records like "Lady Of The Night" (1974) to recent reissues like the 2023 "Crayons" LP, are documented with detailed pressing info and real-time market pricing.

The vinyl collector's market features a range of releases including anniversaries and remasters, reflecting decades of production and renewed interest. Key albums were released on labels such as Casablanca, Geffen, and Warner Bros, with notable variations in European, American, and Japanese pressings.

Discography

Donna Summer — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

I'm A Rainbow - Recovered & RecolouredDriven By The Music · 2021
2021
I'm A Rainbow - Recovered & Recoloured
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
CrayonsBurgundy Records · 2008
2008
Crayons
CD, Album
Studio
VH1 Presents Live & More Encore!Epic · 1999
1999
VH1 Presents Live & More Encore!
CD, Album
Studio
I'm A RainbowCasablanca · 1996
1996
I'm A Rainbow
CD, Album
Studio
Christmas SpiritMercury · 1994
1994
Christmas Spirit
CD, Album
Studio
Mistaken IdentityAtlantic · 1991
1991
Mistaken Identity
CD, Album
Studio
Another Place And TimeAtlantic · 1989
1989
Another Place And Time
CD, Album
Studio
All Systems GoGeffen Records · 1987
1987
All Systems Go
CD, Album
Studio
SummernightBoom Germany · 1984
1984
Summernight
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Cats Without ClawsGeffen Records · 1984
1984
Cats Without Claws
CD, Album
Studio
She Works Hard For The MoneyMercury · 1983
1983
She Works Hard For The Money
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Donna SummerGeffen Records · 1982
1982
Donna Summer
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The WandererGeffen Records · 1980
1980
The Wanderer
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Bad GirlsCasablanca · 1979
1979
Bad Girls
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Live And MoreCasablanca · 1978
1978
Live And More
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
I Remember YesterdayCasablanca · 1977
1977
I Remember Yesterday
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Once Upon A Time...Casablanca · 1977
1977
Once Upon A Time...
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Four Seasons Of LoveCasablanca · 1976
1976
Four Seasons Of Love
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
A Love TrilogyOasis · 1976
1976
A Love Trilogy
Vinyl, LP, Album, Partially Mixed, Stereo
Studio
Love To Love You BabyOasis · 1975
1975
Love To Love You Baby
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Lady Of The NightGroovy · 1974
1974
Lady Of The Night
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Donna Summer's career.

01
Hot Stuff
·
02
I Feel Love
·
03
Bad Girls
·
04
She Works Hard for the Money
·
05
On the Radio
·
06
Hot Stuff - 12" Version
·
07
Love to Love You Baby
·
08
I Feel Love - 12" Version
·

The essentials

The 3 Donna Summer albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2008
Limited Edition LP
Crayons

A modern comeback album combining contemporary R&B and dance-pop with funk and disco influences across 12 tracks.

12 tracksLimited EditionNumbered pressingReleased 2023 in Europe
#2 · 1996
Reissue LP
I'm A Rainbow

A remastered reissue of Summer’s 1996 album featuring 18 tracks blending new wave, synth-pop, and disco styles.

18 tracksReissueRemasteredUK release 2014
#3 · 1989
LP Album
Another Place And Time

A key late 80s album marked by dance-pop and disco styles, originally released on Warner Bros with multiple vinyl versions worldwide.

10 tracksMultiple vinyl pressingsReleased in Israel and EuropeLabel: Warner Bros Records

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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.

Crayons
Master release · LP · 2008
Market position i
29,00 €
Min price 29 €Max price 29 €
Average price 29,00 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
36 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
I'm A Rainbow
Master release · LP · 1996
Market position i
650,00 €
Min price 650 €Max price 650 €
Average price 650,00 €
Only 1 copies for sale on Discogs
93 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Mistaken Identity
Master release · LP · 1991
Market position i
17,40 €
Min price 5 €Max price 39 €
Average price 17,40 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
42 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Another Place And Time
Master release · LP · 1989
Market position i
14,32 €
Min price 1 €Max price 52 €
Average price 14,32 €
Only 222 copies for sale on Discogs
38 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
All Systems Go
Master release · LP · 1987
Market position i
5,22 €
Min price 3 €Max price 10 €
Average price 5,22 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
45 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Cats Without Claws
Master release · LP · 1984
Market position i
1,99 €
Min price 2 €Max price 3 €
Average price 1,99 €
Only 128 copies for sale on Discogs
41 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
CrayonsLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Reissue
Music On Vinyl Europe · 2023 MOVLP3151 Original pressing
36 want · 271 have · ratio 0,1
29,00 €
I'm A RainbowLP, Album, Reissue, Remastered
Driven By The Music UK · 2014 DBTMLP207 Original pressing
93 want · 366 have · ratio 0,3
650,00 €
Mistaken IdentityLP, Album
Atlantic Ecuador · 1991 73092 🔥 Standard edition
42 want · 291 have · ratio 0,1
39,15 €
Mistaken IdentityLP, Album
Tusk Music Zimbabwe · 1991 WIC 5135 Original pressing
42 want · 291 have · ratio 0,1
Another Place And TimeLP, Album, Stereo
Warner Bros. Records Europe · 1989 255 976-1, WX 219, 2 55976-1 🔥 Standard edition
38 want · 291 have · ratio 0,1
0,60 €
Another Place And TimeLP, Album
Warner Bros. Records Israel · 1989 255 976-1 Original pressing
38 want · 291 have · ratio 0,1
21,75 €
All Systems GoLP, Album
Warner Bros. Records Japan · 1987 P-13411 Japanese pressing
45 want · 242 have · ratio 0,2
5,22 €
All Systems GoLP, Album
Geffen Records Canada · 1987 XGHS 24102 Original pressing
45 want · 242 have · ratio 0,2
2,63 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Donna Summer

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

Donna Summer was a pivotal figure blending disco with electronic music innovations.
— Music analysis
01Release

"I'm A Rainbow" UK reissue pressing

The UK pressing of "I'm A Rainbow" features a remastered sound released in 2014 by Driven By The Music, notable for its expanded tracklist and collectible limited availability.

2014UK
02Pressing

"Crayons" Limited Edition European pressing

The "Crayons" album saw a limited edition numbered LP pressing released in Europe in 2023 on Music On Vinyl, highlighting a modern vinyl revival of Donna Summer's catalog.

2023Europe
03Vinyl Release

"Another Place And Time" Warner Bros Records LP

"Another Place And Time" was released in 1989 with multiple vinyl versions including a 255 976-1 catalog pressing in Israel and a stereo pressing in Europe, reflecting the album's global distribution.

1989Israel / Europe
04Studio Album

"Mistaken Identity" Zimbabwe pressing

"Mistaken Identity" was pressed in Zimbabwe in 1991 by Tusk Music with catalog number WIC 5135, an original pressing with noted scarcity and collector interest.

1991Zimbabwe

Records by Donna Summer

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FAQ

FAQ: Donna Summer on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genres define Donna Summer's music on vinyl?

Donna Summer's vinyl catalogue spans disco, funk, soul, dance-pop and electronic styles, showcasing her versatility across the 70s to 2000s.

Which Donna Summer vinyl is essential for disco enthusiasts?

Albums like "Another Place And Time" and "Crayons" are key vinyl pieces featuring disco and dance-pop tunes representative of her evolving style.

Are there notable special editions in Donna Summer's vinyl releases?

Yes, limited editions such as the numbered "Crayons" LP from 2023 and remastered reissues like "I'm A Rainbow" offer collectors valuable versions.

Where can I find efficient pricing information on Donna Summer vinyl?

Vinyles.com tracks real-time market prices and availability to help vinyl collectors find the best deals on Donna Summer records worldwide.

How is Donna Summer's popularity reflected in vinyl sales in France?

French editions and reissues through labels like Driven By The Music show sustained interest, with multiple French or European pressings available.

What should I know about the condition of Donna Summer vinyl records from the 1980s?

Records from the 1980s may vary in condition due to age; it's common to find both original and reissue versions, so verifying pressing details is recommended.

Are Donna Summer vinyl records valuable collectibles?

Certain editions, such as the original 1970s pressings and limited reissues, can command higher prices in the collector market.

Where can I find Donna Summer's vinyl albums in Paris?

Paris record stores often stock Donna Summer vinyl, especially reissues and popular albums; checking local inventory via online vinyl platforms is helpful.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026