#1 · 2025
Latest studio album showing experimental cinematic soul and funk, available in multiple color vinyl editions.
16 tracksBig Crown RecordsMultiple vinyl colors
Artist page · 05/07/2026
El Michels Affair
El Michels Affair is a New York-based cinematic soul and funk group active since 2001, blending analog production with hip hop and instrumental soul influences.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
164Discogs releases
546kLast.fm listeners
About
El Michels Affair, From New York's cinematic soul scene with a vintage analog sound.
Key albums on limited edition vinyl; original pressings from 2005-2025 track rising collector interest.
Led by producer and musician Leon Michels, El Michels Affair emerged in New York in 2001. Their sound blends cinematic soul, funk, and hip hop with an analog recording approach. The band’s discography spans over two decades with 21 vinyl releases, including full-length albums and instrumental versions. Vinyl collectors value original pressings like 2005’s Sounding Out The City and 2025’s 24 Hr Sports for their production quality and contributions to contemporary soul music. Their collaborations with Wu-Tang Clan, Freddie Gibbs & Madlib, and others showcase a deep connection to hip hop culture while maintaining a rich, vintage funk aesthetic on vinyl.
The catalog includes color variant pressings and limited editions released primarily on Big Crown Records and Fat Beats Records, re…
Discography
El Michels Affair — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Big Crown Records · 202524 Hr Sports
Studio
Big Crown Records · 2023Glorious Game
Studio
Big Crown Records · 2021Ekundayo Inversions
Studio
Big Crown Records · 2021Yeti Season
Studio
Big Crown Records · 2020Adult Themes
Studio
Big Crown Records · 2017Return To The 37th Chamber
Studio
Fat Beats · 2009Enter The 37th Chamber
Studio
Fastlife · 2005Sounding Out The City
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up El Michels Affair's career.
01
C.R.E.A.M.
Enter The 37th Chamber · 2009
02
Anticipate
24 Hr Sports · 2025
03
Tearz
Return To The 37th Chamber · 2017
04
Can It All Be So Simple
Enter The 37th Chamber · 2009
05
Shimmy Shimmy Ya
Enter The 37th Chamber · 2009
06
Snakes
Return To The 37th Chamber · 2017
07
Reasons
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08
Hung Up On My Baby
Sounding Out The City · 2005
The essentials
The 3 El Michels Affair albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2020
Original compositions blending soul and funk; multiple limited deluxe vinyl editions released in 2020.
12 tracksBig Crown RecordsDeluxe Edition
#3 · 2017
A funk and soul tribute to Wu-Tang Clan’s style, with analog warmth on vinyl.
13 tracksBig Crown RecordsVinyl LP
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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.
24 Hr Sports
Market position
i
Min price 13 €Max price 23 €
Average price
17,36 €
Only 148 copies for sale on Discogs
69 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Adult Themes
Market position
i
Min price 14 €Max price 64 €
Average price
36,97 €
Only 88 copies for sale on Discogs
348 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Return To The 37th Chamber
Market position
i
Min price 17 €Max price 43 €
Average price
26,52 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
941 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Enter The 37th Chamber
Market position
i
Min price 9 €Max price 151 €
Average price
31,75 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
276 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Sounding Out The City
Market position
i
Min price 17 €Max price 30 €
Average price
23,05 €
Only 87 copies for sale on Discogs
703 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Glorious Game
Market position
i
Min price 13 €Max price 26 €
Average price
14,34 €
Only 184 copies for sale on Discogs
265 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of El Michels Affair
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Our analog approach preserves the soul and warmth of vintage funk records."— Leon Michels
01Debut Album
Sounding Out The City released in 2005
El Michels Affair released their debut album Sounding Out The City on vinyl in 2005, recorded in New York with a focus on cinematic soul and instrumental funk.
02Tribute Album
Enter The 37th Chamber in 2009
The group’s popular cover album Enter The 37th Chamber was released on vinyl in 2009 by Fat Beats Records, featuring reinterpretations of Wu-Tang Clan tracks with analog production.
03Vinyl Rarity
Limited pressings of 24 Hr Sports in 2025
The 2025 album 24 Hr Sports received limited edition vinyl pressings, including a Japanese release and colored vinyl versions on Big Crown Records, sought after by collectors.
04Collaboration
Working with Wu-Tang Clan members
After touring with Raekwon and collaborating with Wu-Tang Clan affiliates, El Michels Affair created tribute albums reflecting hip hop's influence on their funk and soul sound.
05Recent Release
Glorious Game in 2023
El Michels Affair released Glorious Game in 2023, a studio album on vinyl emphasizing soulful funk with collaborations from contemporary hip hop artists.
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FAQ
FAQ: El Michels Affair on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When did El Michels Affair form and where are they based?
El Michels Affair formed in 2001 and is based in New York City, known for cinematic soul and funk fusion.
What genres does El Michels Affair's vinyl catalog cover?
Their vinyl releases span funk, soul, jazz, hip hop, and world fusion styles, with analog production tones.
Which El Michels Affair album is considered their debut on vinyl?
Sounding Out The City, released in 2005, is their debut vinyl album, blending cinematic soul and instrumental funk.
What vinyl editions of Adult Themes are available for collectors?
Adult Themes was released with multiple editions including a deluxe limited vinyl, white vinyl, and alternate visuals mainly on Big Crown Records.
How many tracks are on the 24 Hr Sports vinyl album?
24 Hr Sports includes 16 tracks across two sides, showcasing a blend of cinematic soul and funk.
Are there rare or colored vinyl pressings by El Michels Affair?
Yes, several albums such as 24 Hr Sports and Adult Themes have colored vinyl editions and limited pressing variants.
Where can French vinyl collectors find El Michels Affair records?
French collectors often find El Michels Affair records through specialized distributors and online vendors carrying Big Crown Records releases.
What makes El Michels Affair's vinyl sound distinctive?
The band’s analog recording approach preserves warmth and soul reminiscent of vintage funk and cinematic soundtracks.
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Sources & method
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Our method
- 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.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026