The album that cemented Motörhead’s place in heavy metal history, featuring the legendary title track and powerful rock anthems.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Motörhead
About
Motörhead, British heavy metal pioneers blending rock, speed and attitude since 1975.
Over 50 vinyl releases, including key albums like Ace Of Spades and Aftershock with multiple pressings and price tracking.
Motörhead's sound combines heavy metal intensity with punk energy, grounded in classic rock and roll. Their lyrics cover themes like war, rebellion, and a hard-living lifestyle, reflecting Lemmy's literary influences and distinctive voice. The band produced 50 vinyl releases ranging from studio albums to live recordings, distributed by labels such as UDR and Steamhammer.
Their discography includes notable works like "Ace Of Spades" (1980) and "Aftershock" (2013), both available on vinyl with a variety of pressing editions and price ranges. Motörhead's vinyl editions often command varied prices depending on pressing, country, and rarity, making them of distinct interest to collectors and audiophiles alike.
Discography
Motörhead — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited · 2021
BMG Rights Management (UK) Limited · 2021
UDR · 2016
UDR · 2015
UDR · 2013
UDR · 2012
UDR · 2011
UDR · 2010
Steamhammer · 2008
Steamhammer · 2007
Steamhammer · 2006
Steamhammer · 2004
Steamhammer · 2002
Steamhammer · 2001
Steamhammer · 2000
Steamhammer · 1999
Steamhammer · 1998
King Biscuit Flower Hour Records · 1997
Steamhammer · 1996
Steamhammer · 1995
Roadrunner Records · 1994
ZYX Music · 1993
Receiver Records Limited · 1992
Epic · 1992
WTG Records · 1991
GWR Records · 1990
Receiver Records Limited · 1989
Receiver Records Limited · 1989
GWR Records · 1988
GWR Records · 1987
GWR Records · 1986
Bronze · 1983
Big Beat Records · 1983
Bronze · 1982
Bronze · 1981
Bronze · 1980
United Artists Records · 1979
Bronze · 1979
Bronze · 1979
Chiswick Records · 1977Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Motörhead's career.






The essentials
The 3 Motörhead albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A later studio release showcasing Motörhead’s enduring raw power and hard rock roots with contemporary production.
Live album capturing Motörhead’s 2016 European tour, with powerful live renditions of classic tracks.
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Artists similar to Motörhead
Artists who share part of Motörhead's musical DNA.
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 Motörhead
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Lemmy refused to categorize the band, insisting it was simply Rock and Roll.— Lemmy Kilmister
Motörhead founded in London by Lemmy Kilmister
The group formed in London in June 1975, with Lemmy Kilmister as the bass player and only permanent member throughout the band’s history.
Release of Ace Of Spades album in 1980
Ace Of Spades was released in 1980 on the Bronze label, becoming a signature album with enduring popularity and numerous vinyl pressings worldwide.
2016 European tour recorded for Clean Your Clock
"Clean Your Clock" was recorded during Motörhead’s 2016 European tour, released by UDR Records on vinyl in multiple editions including original pressings costing 25€ to 65€.
Price range for the 1999 live album Everything Louder Than Everyone Else
Original German LP pressings of the live album "Everything Louder Than Everyone Else" vary between 30€ and 130€, reflecting collector demand and release rarity.
Multiple pressings for 2013 album Aftershock
The 2013 album "Aftershock" has several vinyl editions including European and German pressings, with limited editions and prices from about 30€ to 75€.
Records by Motörhead
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CDs by Motörhead
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Motörhead merch
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
FAQ
FAQ: Motörhead on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When and where was Motörhead formed?
Motörhead was formed in June 1975 in London, United Kingdom, by bassist Lemmy Kilmister.
What are the key genres associated with Motörhead's music?
Their music blends hard rock, heavy metal, and elements of speed metal, often considered a precursor to thrash metal.
Which Motörhead album features the track "Ace Of Spades"?
The track "Ace Of Spades" is the title song of their 1980 album released on the Bronze label.
What is notable about the vinyl pressing of "Clean Your Clock"?
"Clean Your Clock" has original European vinyl pressings on UDR label with prices ranging from 25€ to 65€ depending on the edition.
Are there live Motörhead vinyl albums available from France?
While many live albums exist, no specific French vinyl pressing is listed; European releases are common for live recordings.
What is the price range for the "Aftershock" vinyl album?
The 2013 "Aftershock" album on vinyl has pressings priced between 30€ and 75€, including limited editions in Germany and Europe.
How many vinyl releases are available for Motörhead?
Motörhead has over 50 vinyl releases documented, including studio albums, live albums, and reissues.
Where can I find rare Motörhead vinyl pressings in France?
Rare pressings often come from European labels and distributors, and collector platforms track availability and prices in real time.
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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.








