Their debut album showcases the blend of alternative rock and electronic effects establishing Garbage's early sound.
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Garbage
About
Garbage, American alternative rock from Madison, Wisconsin since 1994.
12 albums blending rock, pop and electronic sounds; vinyl pressings tracked globally.
Garbage emerged in 1994 around producers Butch Vig, Duke Erikson, and Steve Marker, who sought a distinctive sound mixing guitars with electronic effects. Scottish vocalist Shirley Manson joined after being discovered in 1994, completing the lineup. Their style spans alternative rock, pop, and experimental electronic elements, with releases documented on multiple labels including BMG and Stun Volume.
From their self-titled debut in 1995, featuring tracks like "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl," to recent works such as 2025's "Let All That We Imagine Be The Light," Garbage's catalogue includes studio albums released on vinyl editions across Europe, the US, and beyond.
Discography
Garbage — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Stun Volume · 2025
Stun Volume · 2021
Stun Volume · 2016
Stun Volume · 2012
Geffen Records · 2005
Interscope Records · 2001
Almo Sounds · 1998
Almo Sounds · 1995Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Garbage's career.







The essentials
The 3 Garbage albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
This album pushed the band’s electronic and alternative rock fusion further, featuring complex samples and production.
A recent studio release available in special limited vinyl editions with a full 11-track set.
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Artists who share part of Garbage's musical DNA.
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 Garbage
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"The band combines guitars and electronic effects to create unique soundscapes."— Band production notes
Founding of Garbage with Shirley Manson in 1994
The band was initially founded in 1994 by producers Butch Vig, Duke Erikson and Steve Marker in Madison, Wisconsin, who discovered Scottish singer Shirley Manson after seeing her in a 1994 music video.
Garbage's self-titled 1995 debut album
Released in 1995, the debut album features tracks like "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl," mixing alternative rock and electronic elements that shaped their signature sound.
Limited, deluxe and test pressings tracked globally
Recent pressings like the 2025 'Let All That We Imagine Be The Light' are available in limited test pressing white label editions and standard LP versions across Europe, priced from about €14.56 to €174 depending on edition rarity.
"Shirley Manson was spotted on a music channel and invited to join the band in 1994."— Band history
Records by Garbage
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FAQ: Garbage on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Garbage formed and where?
Garbage formed in 1994 in Madison, Wisconsin, United States.
What genres does Garbage's music encompass?
The band's music blends alternative rock, pop, electronic, and experimental styles.
How many studio albums has Garbage released?
Garbage has released 12 studio albums to date.
Which Garbage vinyl album is best for collectors?
The debut album 'Garbage' and 'Version 2.0' are popular vinyl choices due to their impact and multiple editions.
Are there limited edition Garbage vinyl pressings available in France?
Yes, several limited edition vinyl pressings of Garbage albums are available for sale in France and Europe, often as Record Store Day editions.
What is the typical price range for Garbage vinyl records?
Prices for Garbage vinyl range from around €10 for common reissues up to above €170 for rare test pressings.
Where was Garbage's album 'Beautiful Garbage' recorded?
The album 'Beautiful Garbage' was produced in the early 2000s, with sessions primarily based in the United States.
How is Garbage's sound characterized on vinyl recordings?
Garbage's vinyl recordings showcase a fusion of raw rock guitar energy with layered electronic production.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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.



