#1 · 2023
Latest studio album showcasing a blend of trip-hop, downtempo, and synth-pop with 8 tracks including 'Seine' and 'Labyrinth'.
8 tracksLimited EditionReleased 2023Label: ART/29 Music
Artist page · 05/07/2026
Jay-Jay Johanson
Jay-Jay Johanson, born 1969 in Trollhättan, Sweden, blends trip-hop, electronic, and alternative styles. Known for melancholic vocals and layered instrumentals, he bridges jazz, pop, and indie from the mid-1990s onwards.
15Albums on Vinyles.com
220Discogs releases
351kLast.fm listeners
About
Jay-Jay Johanson, Swedish trip-hop and electronic craftsman from Trollhättan.
Over 15 vinyl albums spanning trip-hop, ambient, and pop—original 1996 'Whiskey' LPs fetch strong prices.
With a discography extending to 15 vinyl albums, Jay-Jay Johanson is a prolific Swedish artist whose career began in the 1990s. His music comfortably weaves through genres like trip-hop, ambient, lounge, pop, and alternative electronic music. His production often combines atmospheric instrumentals and distinctive, airy vocals delivered in English—occasionally interspersed with French. Early exposure to jazz and punk helped shape his evolving sound, which frequently explores melancholic themes.
His vinyl output includes limited editions and colored pressings, with key releases on labels like RCA, 29 Music, and Kwaidan Records.
Discography
Jay-Jay Johanson — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
ART/29 Music · 2023Fetish
Studio
29Music · 2019Kings Cross
Studio
ART · 2017Bury The Hatchet
Studio
Kwaidan Records · 2015Opium
Studio
Universal Music Classics & Jazz France · 2013Cockroach
Studio
Universal Music · 2011Spellbound
Studio
Virgin · 2009Self-Portrait
Studio
Virgin · 2006The Long Term Physical Effects Are Not Yet Known
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Virgin · 2005Rush
Studio
RCA · 2002Antenna
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BMG Sweden · 2000La Confusion Des Genres
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RCA · 2000Poison
Studio
BMG Sweden · 1998Tattoo
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RCA · 1996Whiskey
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Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Jay-Jay Johanson's career.
01
She Doesn't Live Here Anymore
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02
Heard Somebody Whistle
Kings Cross · 2019
03
On The Radio
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04
Believe in Us
Poison · 2000
05
It Hurts Me So
Whiskey · 1996
06
As Good As It Gets
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07
The Girl with the Sun in Her Eyes
Bury The Hatchet · 2017
08
Keep It A Secret
Poison · 2000
The essentials
The 3 Jay-Jay Johanson albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2019
A 12-track album mixing electronic and pop styles with trip-hop influences, released on 29Music label.
12 tracks45 RPMReleased 2019Label: 29Music
#3 · 2017
2017 studio album with trip-hop and indie pop elements, including the track 'Paranoid'.
11 tracksReleased 2017Label: ARTTrip-hop style
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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.
Fetish
Market position
i
Min price 18 €Max price 22 €
Average price
20,00 €
Only 24 copies for sale on Discogs
41 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Opium
Market position
i
Min price 19 €Max price 19 €
Average price
19,00 €
Only 6 copies for sale on Discogs
59 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Poison
Market position
i
Min price 56 €Max price 120 €
Average price
87,89 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
38 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Whiskey
Market position
i
Min price 30 €Max price 70 €
Average price
40,00 €
Only 36 copies for sale on Discogs
36 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Jay-Jay Johanson
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
His voice is particular, high-pitched and caressing, perfectly matching his melancholic lyrics.— Description from Swedish music scene
01Album
Debut album 'Whiskey' blends trip-hop and electronic jazz
Released in 1996, 'Whiskey' combines trip-hop rhythms and jazz influences across 11 tracks including 'It Hurts Me So' and 'I Fantasize Of You'. This debut set the tone for Jay-Jay Johanson's signature melancholic style.
02Studio Album
'Poison' expands trip-hop sound with 14 tracks
The 2000 album 'Poison' features 14 tracks of trip-hop and ambient music, with songs like 'Believe In Us' and 'Colder (I Want You No More)'. Originally released on RCA, it remains a collector's favorite with original LP prices up to 120€.
03Pressing
2023 limited edition LP 'Fetish' releases in France
'Fetish' saw a limited edition LP pressing on ART/29 Music in France (catalog number 29MU0038LP) with original copies priced around 22€ depending on condition and availability.
04Album
Kings Cross (2019) plays with electronic pop and trip-hop
This 12-track album released by 29Music highlights Jay-Jay Johanson's smooth vocals against a backdrop of trip-hop beats and pop melodies, recorded and pressed for vinyl collectors.
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FAQ
FAQ: Jay-Jay Johanson on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Jay-Jay Johanson and what genres does he explore?
Jay-Jay Johanson is a Swedish singer-songwriter known for blending trip-hop, ambient, electronic, and alternative pop music across his career since the 1990s.
When was Jay-Jay Johanson's debut LP released and what is it called?
'Whiskey', his debut LP, was released in 1996, featuring trip-hop and jazz influences across 11 tracks.
Which Jay-Jay Johanson albums are essential on vinyl?
Key albums include 'Fetish' (2023), 'Kings Cross' (2019), and 'Bury The Hatchet' (2017), all available as LPs and reflecting his evolving sound.
Are there limited edition or colored vinyl releases by Jay-Jay Johanson?
Yes, the 2023 album 'Fetish' was issued as a limited edition colored vinyl LP, appealing to collectors and audiophiles.
Where was Jay-Jay Johanson born and how does this influence his music?
Born in Trollhättan, Sweden, his early interest in jazz and punk shapes the eclectic blend of trip-hop and electronic styles he is known for.
What are some notable French connections in Jay-Jay Johanson's work?
Some of his songs feature French lyrics and female vocalists speaking French, adding a unique linguistic touch to his music.
How can I find Jay-Jay Johanson vinyl prices in France?
Original pressings like the French limited edition of 'Fetish' or 'Poison' reissues are tracked on vinyl marketplaces, with prices varying by condition and rarity.
What should I expect sonically from a Jay-Jay Johanson LP listening session?
Expect atmospheric, melancholic soundscapes with smooth, high-pitched vocals over trip-hop beats and jazzy electronic arrangements.
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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.
Last updated: 05/07/2026