Latest release on No Quarter, an 11-track album showcasing continued folk storytelling with a blend of Americana elements.
Artist page · 05/07/2026
Michael Hurley
About
Michael Hurley, American folk's quirky voice from the 60s Greenwich Village scene.
10 vinyls blending folk, alternative country, and lo-fi; originals from Mississippi Records and No Quarter.
Michael Hurley's catalog offers a rich blend of folk, alternative country, and lo-fi sounds. He released albums primarily on Mississippi Records and No Quarter, with vinyls ranging from early 2010s to upcoming 2025 issues. His works are marked by unconventional folk melodies and a modest lo-fi aesthetic. The artist passed in 2025 after a prolific and eclectic career that also included painting and cartooning. His vinyl releases on labels like Mississippi Records often feature intimate, sparse arrangements characteristic of freak folk and Americana styles.
Collectors can explore titles like "Back Home With Drifting Woods" (2012/2025 editions), "Bad Mr.
Discography
Michael Hurley — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
No Quarter · 2025
No Quarter · 2021
Mississippi Records · 2016
Mississippi/Change Records · 2012
Mississippi Records · 2010
Gnomonsong · 2009
Gnomonsong · 2007
Trikont · 2002
Field Recording Co. · 1999
Bellemeade Phonics · 1995
Veracity · 1994
Bellemeade Phonics · 1992
Bellemeade Phonics · 1991
Bellemeade Phonics · 1988
Bellemeade Phonics · 1988
Fundamental · 1987
Rooster Records · 1984
Rounder Records · 1980
Rounder Records · 1976
Rounder Records · 1976
Warner Bros. Records · 1972
Warner Bros. Records · 1971Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Michael Hurley's career.

The essentials
The 3 Michael Hurley albums you absolutely need
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A solid example of Hurley's folk style on Mississippi Records, with 10 tracks including "Kentucky 3" and "Cuckoo Rock."
A folk album originally released on Mississippi/Change Records, featuring 8 songs such as "The Tea Song" and "I Love You Babe."
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Michael Hurley
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"The blues had gone away, yet the folk spirit remains vividly alive in Hurley's songwriting."020 musical critique
Back Home With Drifting Woods original pressed in 2012 in the US
This vinyl LP was released by Mississippi/Change Records with catalogue numbers MRP-022 and NN-021, available with over 600 copies shipped worldwide.
Broken Homes And Gardens issued in 2025 by No Quarter
An original UK, Europe & US LP release on No Quarter with catalogue NOQ099-1, featuring 11 tracks and a price median of €17.4 from over 290 copies in circulation.
Bad Mr. Mike vinyl released in 2016 on Mississippi Records
The album offers 10 tracks of folk and country music on LP format, cataloged as MRP 103, with original pressings found mainly in the US market.
Original pressing vinyl prices track €4.83 to €27.99
Michael Hurley vinyls show a wide price range in real-time tracking, from £4.83 for "The Time Of The Foxgloves" to nearly €28 for reissue pressings of "Bad Mr. Mike."
"His blend of lo-fi acoustics with alternative country traces a unique path in Americana music."Folk music analyst
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FAQ
FAQ: Michael Hurley on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genre does Michael Hurley's vinyl music belong to?
His vinyl records fall within folk, alternative country/Americana, and lo-fi genres.
What years span the vinyl releases available from Michael Hurley?
His vinyl releases span from 2012 with "Back Home With Drifting Woods" to forthcoming titles scheduled in 2025.
Which Michael Hurley album vinyl has the most copies for sale currently?
"Blue Hills" LP has over 700 units available, making it the most widely held among collectors.
Are there original vinyl pressings of Michael Hurley's albums available in France?
Original vinyl pressings are available primarily in the US and UK, with some European distribution that may include France.
Where can I find affordable Michael Hurley vinyl records in Europe?
Records such as "The Time Of The Foxgloves" released in 2021 on No Quarter can be found around €4.83 on the European market.
How many tracks are on the "Broken Homes And Gardens" vinyl?
The "Broken Homes And Gardens" LP contains 11 tracks.
What labels have issued Michael Hurley's vinyl albums?
Key labels for his vinyls include Mississippi Records and No Quarter.
Are there vinyl reissues of Michael Hurley albums?
Yes, several albums including "Bad Mr. Mike" and "Back Home With Drifting Woods" have reissue pressings with varying prices and availability.
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Sources & method
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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.



