Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Over 11 vinyl albums spanning space rock to progressive styles; notable limited editions command vinyl collector interest.
Gong originated in Paris and is known for blending jazz rock, psychedelic and progressive rock within the space rock genre. The group was formed by Daevid Allen after leaving Soft Machine upon relocating from Australia to France. Gong's early music interwove free-jazz elements and whimsical psychedelic narratives, set against varied rhythmic structures.
Throughout its existence, Gong's configuration has been fluid, including a core troupe and occasional collaborations such as with Acid Mothers Temple. Their discography includes landmark albums like their early 1970s Radio Gnome Invisible trilogy and a continuing output well into the 2020s, with recent releases exploring prog and space rock aesthetics.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Kscope · 2026
Kscope · 2023
Kscope · 2022
Madfish · 2021
Kscope · 2019
Madfish · 2016
Madfish · 2014
Not On Label · 2009
G-Wave · 2009
Voiceprint · 2006
Major League Productions Ltd. · 2005
Voiceprint · 2004
One Eyed Salmon Records · 2000
Madfish · 2000
Hypnotic · 1997
Voiceprint · 1995
Strange Fruit · 1995
GAS Records · 1995
Code 90 · 1993
Legend Music · 1992
Celluloid · 1992
Mantra · 1990
Mantra · 1989
Ottersongs · 1982
Ottersongs · 1979
GAS Records · 1979
Virgin · 1978
Tapioca · 1977
Virgin · 1977
Virgin · 1976
Virgin · 1976
Virgin · 1974
Virgin · 1973
Virgin · 1973
Philips · 1972
BYG Records · 1971
BYG Records · 1969Playlist
The tracks that sum up Gong's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A forthcoming release illustrating Gong's continued evolution in psychedelic and space rock, featuring 7 tracks including the 10-minute opener "Dream Of Mine."
Marking their latest studio effort, this album offers 8 tracks of progressive and psychedelic rock, widely available across global markets.
Live album capturing the band's energetic performances, including extended versions of progressive and space rock compositions.
Go further
Artists who share part of Gong'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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"The music blends jazz rhythms and psychedelic storytelling in a fluid and energetic way."— Band description
Gong was formed in 1966 in Paris by Australian musician Daevid Allen after he left Soft Machine due to forced exile from the UK to France.
Between 1973 and 1974, Gong released the influential studio albums Flying Teapot, Angel's Egg, and You, which form the Radio Gnome Invisible trilogy under the Virgin label.
This live album, recorded on October 27, 1974, captures critical moments from Gong's performance, released on LP by Madfish in Europe nearly five decades later.
Since the late 2010s, Gong has partnered with Kscope to release limited edition vinyl of studio albums like The Universe Also Collapses (2019) and Bright Spirit (2026).
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Gong is known for mixing progressive rock, psychedelic rock, space rock, and jazz rock elements in their music.
The band was formed in 1966 in Paris, France by Australian musician Daevid Allen.
There are at least 11 vinyl albums including Bright Spirit (2026), Unending Ascending (2023), and Pulsing Signals (Live, 2022) available in multiple editions on vinyl.
Yes, Gong releases new vinyl editions regularly, including limited editions distributed mainly in Europe and worldwide.
The trilogy includes Flying Teapot (1973), Angel's Egg (1973), and You (1974), representing a core period in Gong's discography.
Live albums such as Live à Longlaville 27/10/1974, released on LP by Madfish, are available in France and Europe.
Gong vinyl records are available in LP format, sometimes as limited or special editions, mostly featuring album-length tracklists.
Recent albums continue exploring psychedelic and progressive rock styles with extended compositions and space rock influences.
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