Artist page · 06/07/2026

Garbage

MadisonFormed in 1994Alternatif9 vinyl albums
Garbage is a US alternative rock band formed in Madison, Wisconsin in 1994, fronted by Scottish singer Shirley Manson. They fuse rock with pop and electronic influences, spanning 12 albums today.
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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.

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Garbage's career.

01
Only Happy When It Rains
Only Happy When It Rains
Garbage · 1995
02
I Think I'm Paranoid
I Think I'm Paranoid
Version 2.0 · 1998
03
Stupid Girl
Stupid Girl
Garbage · 1995
04
Queer
Queer
Garbage · 1995
05
Push It
Push It
Version 2.0 · 1998
06
Special
Special
Version 2.0 · 1998
07
The World Is Not Enough
·
08
When I Grow Up
When I Grow Up
Version 2.0 · 1998

The essentials

The 3 Garbage albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1995
LP, Album
Garbage

Their debut album showcases the blend of alternative rock and electronic effects establishing Garbage's early sound.

12 tracksIncludes "Only Happy When It Rains" and "Stupid Girl"Multiple vinyl editionsCatalog price approx. €2025
#2 · 1998
LP, Album
Version 2.0

This album pushed the band’s electronic and alternative rock fusion further, featuring complex samples and production.

12 tracksIncludes "I Think I'm Paranoid" and "Push It"7 vinyl versionsCatalog price approx. €2024
#3 · 2021
LP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
No Gods No Masters

A recent studio release available in special limited vinyl editions with a full 11-track set.

11 tracksLimited editionRecord Store Day releaseCatalog price approx. €2024

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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.

Let All That We Imagine Be The Light
Master release · LP · 2025
Market position i
19,57 €
Min price 15 €Max price 174 €
Average price 19,57 €
Only 171 copies for sale on Discogs
82 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
No Gods No Masters
Master release · LP · 2021
Market position i
9,86 €
Min price 9 €Max price 14 €
Average price 9,86 €
Only 362 copies for sale on Discogs
86 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bleed Like Me
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
17,39 €
Min price 14 €Max price 25 €
Average price 17,39 €
Only 130 copies for sale on Discogs
106 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Beautiful Garbage
Master release · LP · 2001
Market position i
30,53 €
Min price 14 €Max price 38 €
Average price 30,53 €
Only 198 copies for sale on Discogs
117 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Version 2.0
Master release · LP · 1998
Market position i
59,00 €
Min price 42 €Max price 59 €
Average price 59,00 €
Only 92 copies for sale on Discogs
193 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Garbage
Master release · LP · 1995
Market position i
46,40 €
Min price 35 €Max price 165 €
Average price 46,40 €
Only 81 copies for sale on Discogs
232 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Let All That We Imagine Be The LightLP, Album, Limited Edition
Stun Volume Europe · 2025 964145491, 4099964145496 🔥 Standard edition
82 want · 800 have · ratio 0,1
14,56 €
Let All That We Imagine Be The LightLP, Test Pressing, White Label
Stun Volume Europe · 2025 none Original pressing
82 want · 800 have · ratio 0,1
174,00 €
Bleed Like MeLP, Album, Reissue
BMG USA & Europe · 2024 00602458664805 🔥 Standard edition
106 want · 1 690 have · ratio 0,1
17,39 €
Bleed Like MeLP, Deluxe Edition, Stereo
BMG US · 2024 BMGCAT880DLPC, 00602458664874 Original pressing
106 want · 1 690 have · ratio 0,1
13,92 €
No Gods No MastersLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Stun Volume UK, Europe & US · 2021 INFECT644DLP 🔥 Standard edition
86 want · 248 have · ratio 0,3
9,27 €
No Gods No MastersLP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Stun Volume USA & Europe · 2021 INFECT644ELP Original pressing
86 want · 248 have · ratio 0,3
10,44 €
Beautiful GarbageLP, Album
Interscope Records US · 2001 0694931151 🔥 Standard edition
117 want · 1 811 have · ratio 0,1
26,10 €
Beautiful GarbageLP, Album
Mushroom Europe · 2001 MUSH95LP, 720.0095.012 Original pressing
117 want · 1 811 have · ratio 0,1
34,95 €

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
01Formation

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.

1994Madison, Wisconsin
02Debut album

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.

1995United States
03Vinyl pressings

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.

2025Europe
"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

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

  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: 06/07/2026