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Love and Rockets

NorthamptonFormed in 1984Alternatif5 vinyl albums
Love and Rockets, formed in Northampton, UK, in 1984, blended alternative and psychedelic rock throughout the 80s and 90s, concluding their run in 1999. Their discography is known for eclectic sounds crossing post-punk, new wave, and goth rock boundaries.
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About

Five main LPs including classic 1987 Earth • Sun • Moon; original pressings reach up to €260+ in today’s market.

The band Love and Rockets emerged from the United Kingdom and cultivated a sound rooted in alternative and psychedelic rock genres. Their studio albums, mostly released on Beggars Banquet, show stylistic developments from new wave infused rock in the mid-1980s to more electronic and downtempo influences in the 1990s. Key LPs like Earth • Sun • Moon (1987) and Hot Trip To Heaven (1994) highlight their evolving approach. Collectors value original vinyl pressings from across their catalog, with reissues also accessible on vinyl. Their 1998 album Lift is noted for blending breakbeat and house styles.

Vinyl enthusiasts can find detailed pricing data and pressing variations for key releases, including the multiple vinyl versions of Love and Rockets’ self-titled 1989 album and the 2023…

Discography

Love and Rockets — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

So aLivePsychobaby Records · 2003
2003
So aLive
CD, Album
Studio
LiftRed Ant Entertainment · 1998
1998
Lift
CD, Album
Studio
Sweet F.A.Beggars Banquet · 1996
1996
Sweet F.A.
CD, Album
Studio
Hot Trip To HeavenBeggars Banquet · 1994
1994
Hot Trip To Heaven
CD, Album
Studio
Love And RocketsBeggars Banquet · 1989
1989
Love And Rockets
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Earth • Sun • MoonBeggars Banquet · 1987
1987
Earth • Sun • Moon
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
ExpressBeggars Banquet · 1986
1986
Express
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Seventh Dream Of Teenage HeavenBeggars Banquet · 1985
1985
Seventh Dream Of Teenage Heaven
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Love and Rockets's career.

01
So Alive
So Alive
Love And Rockets · 1989
02
Holiday on the Moon
·
03
No New Tale to Tell
No New Tale to Tell
Earth • Sun • Moon · 1987
04
Haunted When The Minutes Drag
·
05
Kundalini Express
·
06
Saudade
·
07
Mirror People
Mirror People
Earth • Sun • Moon · 1987
08
All in My Mind
·

The essentials

The 3 Love and Rockets albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1987
Vinyl, LP, Album
Earth, Sun, Moon

A hallmark album blending new wave and indie rock, featuring 12 tracks including 'Mirror People' and 'No New Tale To Tell'. Multiple vinyl pressings exist worldwide.

12 tracksBeggars Banquet labelOriginal pressing availableGreece & US editions
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#2 · 1994
Vinyl, LP, Album, White Label
Hot Trip To Heaven

This 10-track LP explores electronic and indie rock fusion with extended tracks like 'Body And Soul' lasting over 14 minutes. Original UK white label vinyl pressings are collectible.

10 tracksBeggars Banquet labelWhite label vinyl1994 UK pressing
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#3 · 1989
Vinyl, LP, Album
Love And Rockets

The self-titled 1989 album comprises 10 tracks ranging from 'No Big Deal' to 'So Alive', showcasing space rock and goth rock influences. Multiple vinyl versions appeared on Big Time and Beggars Banquet.

10 tracksBig Time labelMultiple vinyl pressingsRock and goth styles
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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Love and Rockets

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"So Alive" remains one of the band's most streamed tracks with over 760,000 plays.
— Streaming Stats
01Pressing

Sweet F.A. 2023 US Reissue

The Sweet F.A. LP reissued in 2023 on the Beggars Arkive label in the US is a notable vinyl pressing with a catalog number BBQ 2259 LP and remains affordable with prices near €9.27.

2023US
02Vinyl Market

Hot Trip To Heaven UK White Label Pressings

Hot Trip To Heaven was originally released in 1994 with UK white label edition pressings under Beggars Banquet label, ranging in price on secondary markets from €15 to €120 depending on condition and rarity.

1994United Kingdom
03Catalog

Earth • Sun • Moon Worldwide Pressings

This 1987 LP has seen numerous vinyl pressings worldwide, including original editions from Greece and the US, with catalog numbers RCLP 70080 and 6058-1-B respectively, tracking prices from €8 to just above €12.

1987Greece / US
04Studio Album

Lift 1998 US Vinyl

Lift, released in 1998 by Red Ant Entertainment, blends breakbeat, house, and indie rock across its 13 tracks. The US vinyl pressing commands premium prices, reaching above €260 on today’s market for original copies.

1998US

Records by Love and Rockets

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SWEET F.A - Front Cover

SWEET F.A

Love and Rockets
Indie rock Alternative
Vinyl BEGGARS 2023
From $28.00 View details
HOT TRIP TO HEAVEN - Front Cover

HOT TRIP TO HEAVEN

Love and Rockets
Indie rock Alternative
Vinyl BEGGARS 2023
From $16.23 View details
LOVE AND ROCKETS - Front Cover

LOVE AND ROCKETS

Love and Rockets
Indie rock Alternative
Vinyl BEGGARS 2023
From $23.95 View details
EARTH, SUN, MOON - Front Cover

EARTH, SUN, MOON

Love and Rockets
Indie rock Alternative
Vinyl BEGGARS 2023
From $19.99 View details
SORTED! THE BEST OF - Front Cover

SORTED! THE BEST OF

Love and Rockets
Indie rock Alternative
Vinyl BEGGARS' BANQUET 2014
From $508.16 View details

FAQ

FAQ: Love and Rockets on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genre does Love and Rockets primarily belong to?

Love and Rockets are primarily known for alternative rock and psychedelic rock, with additional influences from post-punk and new wave.

Where was Love and Rockets formed?

The band originated in Northampton, United Kingdom, in 1984.

Which Love and Rockets albums have vinyl pressings available on Vinyles.com?

Vinyl pressings for Earth, Sun, Moon; Hot Trip To Heaven; Love And Rockets; Sweet F.A; and Sorted! The Best Of are listed on Vinyles.com.

What are notable vinyl pressing details for Love and Rockets' Earth, Sun, Moon?

Notable vinyl pressings include original editions from Greece (catno RCLP 70080) and the US (catno 6058-1-B) from 1987.

How many tracks are on the album Hot Trip To Heaven?

Hot Trip To Heaven includes 10 tracks, featuring the 14-minute track "Body And Soul".

Is there a notable US vinyl pressing of the 1998 album Lift?

Yes, the 1998 US vinyl pressing of Lift on Red Ant Entertainment is sought after and priced above €260 for original copies.

Are Love and Rockets albums available in remastered vinyl editions?

Some albums like Sweet F.A. have been reissued recently on vinyl, including US pressings on Beggars Arkive, indicated by catalog information on pressing data.

What is one of Love and Rockets' most popular songs on streaming platforms?

"So Alive" is their most streamed track, accumulating over 760,000 plays.

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Last updated: 06/07/2026