#1 · 1999
MF DOOM's debut solo album that set the tone for his underground hip hop career, featuring complex beats and storytelling.
19 tracksFondle 'Em RecordsOriginal US pressingStereo
Artist page · 28/06/2026
MF DOOM
MF DOOM, born Daniel Dumile in 1971 in London and active mainly in New York, pioneered abstract and experimental hip hop from the late 1990s to 2020.
14Albums on Vinyles.com
484Discogs releases
2.3MLast.fm listeners
About
MF DOOM, Masked mastermind of underground hip hop from London to New York.
15 vinyl releases including rare test pressings and 20th anniversary editions with prices tracked live.
Daniel Dumile, known as MF DOOM, was a British-born rapper and producer whose career spanned several aliases including King Geedorah and Viktor Vaughn. Raised in Long Island, he co-founded KMD in the early 1990s before the group disbanded due to tragedy. His solo debut, Operation: Doomsday (1999), became a benchmark in underground hip hop. MF DOOM was recognized for his complex lyrics, unique delivery, and use of the iconic metal mask referencing the Marvel villain Doctor Doom.
His discography is rich with collaborations such as Madvillainy (with Madlib) and instrumental series like Special Herbs, available on several colored vinyl editions.
Discography
MF DOOM — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Silver Age · 2021Super What?
Studio
Silver Age · 2018Czarface Meets Metal Face
Studio
Lex Records · 2009Born Like This
Studio
Day By Day Entertainment · 2004Special Herbs & Spices Volume 1
Studio
Rhymesayers Entertainment · 2004MM..Food
Studio
Fondle 'Em Records · 1999Operation: Doomsday
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up MF DOOM's career.
01
Doomsday
Operation: Doomsday · 1999
02
One Beer
MM..Food · 2004
03
Hoe Cakes
MM..Food · 2004
04
Rapp Snitch Knishes feat. Mr. Fantastik
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05
Rapp Snitch Knishes
MM..Food · 2004
06
That's That
Born Like This · 2009
07
Rhymes Like Dimes
Operation: Doomsday · 1999
08
Vomitspit
MM..Food · 2004
The essentials
The 3 MF DOOM albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2004
A conceptual album blending boom bap and jazzy hip hop with food metaphors, available in 20th anniversary vinyl editions.
15 tracksRhymesayers Entertainment20th Anniversary EditionBoom Bap / Jazzy Hip-Hop
#3 · 2009
A later MF DOOM album released on Lex Records, showcasing his evolved style with 17 tracks and distinctive production.
17 tracksLex RecordsUK original pressingConscious Hip Hop
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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.
Born Like This
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Min price 26 €Max price 46 €
Average price
36,36 €
Only 50 copies for sale on Discogs
796 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
MM..Food
Market position
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Min price 35 €Max price 176 €
Average price
105,77 €
Only 67 copies for sale on Discogs
9 849 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Operation: Doomsday
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Min price 52 €Max price 500 €
Average price
276,06 €
Only 30 copies for sale on Discogs
7 379 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Super What?
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Min price 16 €Max price 120 €
Average price
20,66 €
Only 173 copies for sale on Discogs
149 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Czarface Meets Metal Face
Market position
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Min price 12 €Max price 44 €
Average price
25,89 €
Only 91 copies for sale on Discogs
1 626 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Special Herbs & Spices Volume 1
Market position
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Min price 104 €Max price 104 €
Average price
104,21 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
440 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of MF DOOM
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
I re-recorded songs and planned a comeback after the loss of my brother, aiming to take control over my music career.— Daniel Dumile
01Career
Operation: Doomsday launched MF DOOM solo career in 1999
Released on Fondle 'Em Records in 1999, this debut album was pivotal in establishing MF DOOM's underground presence with 19 tracks including 'Doomsday' and 'Rhymes Like Dimes'.
02Production
Special Herbs instrumental series through Rhymesayers Entertainment
MF DOOM produced a long series called Special Herbs, which were issued on colored vinyl editions by Rhymesayers, including volumes 1 to 10 with orange, yellow, red, blue, and green pressings.
03Collaboration
Madvillainy album with Madlib released in 2004
The collaboration between MF DOOM and producer Madlib resulted in the album Madvillainy, a major fixture in underground hip hop, with various vinyl pressings released on Stones Throw Records.
04Legacy
MF DOOM's masked persona
MF DOOM adopted a metal mask inspired by Marvel's Doctor Doom, wearing it consistently during performances and never photographed without it, reinforcing a unique identity in hip hop.
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FAQ
FAQ: MF DOOM on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are the key vinyl releases of MF DOOM?
MF DOOM's key vinyl albums include Operation: Doomsday (1999), MM..Food (2004), and Born Like This (2009), available in various original and anniversary editions.
Why did MF DOOM wear a mask during performances?
To create a distinct persona inspired by Marvel Comics' Doctor Doom, MF DOOM wore a metal mask throughout his career, seldom appearing without it.
Where was MF DOOM originally from?
Born in London in 1971, Daniel Dumile grew up in Long Island, New York, blending British and American cultural influences in his music.
What is unique about MF DOOM's Special Herbs series?
The Special Herbs series features instrumental tracks produced by MF DOOM, released across several colored vinyl editions, attracting collectors and fans of beat-making.
How can I identify original pressings of MF DOOM vinyl?
Look for label identifiers such as Fondle 'Em Records for Operation: Doomsday and Lex Records for Born Like This, plus catalog numbers like FE 86 or LEX069LP.
Did MF DOOM collaborate with other artists?
Yes, he worked with producers and rappers like Madlib (Madvillain), Danger Mouse (Dangerdoom), and appeared on albums with artists like De La Soul and Gorillaz.
Are there special editions or colored vinyl of MF DOOM's albums available?
Various colored vinyl editions exist for the Special Herbs series and anniversary editions of MM..Food, often limited and collectible.
Where can MF DOOM's music be found today on vinyl?
MF DOOM's vinyl records are available worldwide with ongoing price tracking on specialist platforms, including original pressings and reissues.
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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: 28/06/2026