Artist page · 04/07/2026
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16 vinyl releases blending rockabilly and rock 'n' roll — original 1958 Capitol LPs still sought after.
Gene Vincent’s discography features 16 vinyl releases spanning roots rock, rock 'n' roll, and psychobilly. His initial breakthrough came with Capitol Records in 1956, notably with his band the Blue Caps. Vinyl collectors can track price variations for his mono and stereo LPs, including key studio albums from 1958 through the early 70s. The original US pressings on Capitol, particularly the “Gene Vincent Rocks! And The Blue Caps Roll” LP from 1958, remain popular among audiophiles. Vincent’s influence extends into rockabilly revival scenes and his later career involved frequent European tours, with significant pressings found in the US, UK, France, and beyond.
The stylistic breadth of his catalog includes energetic singles like "Race With the Devil" and heartfelt ballads from his…
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Magnum Force · 1982
Kama Sutra · 1971
Kama Sutra · 1970
Dandelion Records · 1970
London Records · 1967
Columbia · 1964
Capitol Records · 1960
Capitol Records · 1959
Capitol Records · 1958Playlist
The tracks that sum up Gene Vincent's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A foundational 1958 Capitol LP capturing Vincent’s early rockabilly sound with the Blue Caps. This album is key to understanding his classic style and features 12 tracks.
This 1960 Capitol mono pressing showcases Vincent’s raw rock & roll intensity across 12 tracks including the title track and "She She Little Sheila."
The single that launched a career. "Be-Bop-A-Lula" remains a definitive rockabilly anthem pressed in various editions, including colored vinyl releases.
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Artists who share part of Gene Vincent's musical DNA.
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.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Gene Vincent pushed rock's rebellious spirit to the edge, uncompromising in his music and life.— Reflection on Vincent's career
The original "Crazy Times" LP released in 1960 on Capitol Records in the US is a sought-after mono pressing featuring 12 tracks. This pressing’s catalog number is T 1342 and commands prices above 50€.
"Gene Vincent Rocks! And The Blue Caps Roll" appeared in 1958 as an LP on Capitol Records with 12 tracks that defined Vincent’s rockabilly style alongside the Blue Caps. Original US pressings are especially collectible.
From 1964 onward, Gene Vincent toured extensively in Europe including France, Germany, and England, where he retained strong fanbases despite changes in mainstream music trends.
Gene Vincent was seriously injured in the 1960 car crash in England that killed his friend Eddie Cochran, affecting him physically and emotionally and deeply influencing his subsequent career.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Gene Vincent was an American rock 'n' roll and rockabilly singer from Norfolk, Virginia, born in 1935 and active until his death in 1971.
Key albums include "Gene Vincent Rocks! And The Blue Caps Roll" (1958), "Crazy Times" (1960), and various compilations featuring the hit "Be-Bop-A-Lula."
The original 1960 mono Capitol pressing of "Crazy Times" commands premium prices, often above 50€, due to its rarity and condition.
Yes, many of Vincent’s early albums have seen reissues and are found in multiple vinyl formats including colored vinyl editions for collectors.
Gene Vincent toured France frequently from 1964 and original French pressings such as "Dressed in Black" (1982) are available on vinyl.
Vincent was a pioneer of rockabilly, a fusion of rock and roll and country with energetic rhythms and rebellious lyrics.
Original Capitol Records LPs from the late 1950s, like "Gene Vincent Rocks! And The Blue Caps Roll," remain sought-after among vinyl collectors in the US and Europe.
His later albums from the 1970s reflect a matured rock sound with songs that often feature longer runtimes and varied musical styles on vinyl LPs.
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