Artist page · 04/07/2026

Otis Redding

DawsonBorn in 1941Blues10 vinyl albums
Otis Redding, born in Dawson, Georgia in 1941, emerged as a profound American soul and rhythm and blues singer. His career, tragically cut short in 1967, left a rich catalog of blues, funk, and soulful recordings, deeply rooted in Southern soul traditions.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
2898Discogs releases
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About

Otis Redding, Soulful sounds from Georgia's own, shaping 60s rhythm and blues.

Iconic 1960s soul LPs on Volt and Atco; original 1964-65 pressings prized by collectors.

Otis Redding, active primarily in the early to mid-1960s until his untimely death in 1967, is known for his Southern soul style blending blues, funk, and R&B elements. Raised in Macon, Georgia, Redding's music reflects his cultural roots and religious upbringing. His breakthrough came with "These Arms of Mine", signaling his emotive vocal style. He collaborated with major labels like Volt and Atco Records, delivering albums that include original compositions and notable covers such as "Respect" and "Satisfaction".

Original vinyl pressings of his albums, particularly from the mid-1960s, remain sought after by collectors and audiophiles. Reissues and remastered versions continue to appear on premium formats, including 180g audiophile pressings.

Discography

Otis Redding — Discography

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

Live At The Whisky A Go GoVolt · 2016
2016
Live At The Whisky A Go Go
Vinyl, LP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Live
Live On The Sunset StripStax · 2010
2010
Live On The Sunset Strip
CD, Album
Studio
Live! In London And ParisStax · 2008
2008
Live! In London And Paris
CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered
Studio
Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2Stax · 1993
1993
Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
Recorded Live (Previously Unreleased Performances)Atlantic · 1982
1982
Recorded Live (Previously Unreleased Performances)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Tell The TruthATCO Records · 1970
1970
Tell The Truth
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Historic Performances Recorded At The Monterey International Pop FestivalReprise Records · 1970
1970
Historic Performances Recorded At The Monterey International Pop Festival
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Love ManAtco Records · 1969
1969
Love Man
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Dock Of The BayVolt · 1968
1968
The Dock Of The Bay
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
In Person At The Whisky A Go GoATCO Records · 1968
1968
In Person At The Whisky A Go Go
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Immortal Otis ReddingATCO Records · 1968
1968
The Immortal Otis Redding
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Otis Redding Live In EuropeVolt · 1967
1967
Otis Redding Live In Europe
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Live
King & QueenStax · 1967
1967
King & Queen
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Soul AlbumVolt · 1966
1966
The Soul Album
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Otis Redding Dictionary Of Soul - Complete & UnbelievableVolt · 1966
1966
The Otis Redding Dictionary Of Soul - Complete & Unbelievable
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Great Otis Redding Sings Soul BalladsVolt · 1965
1965
The Great Otis Redding Sings Soul Ballads
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings SoulVolt · 1965
1965
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Pain In My HeartATCO Records · 1964
1964
Pain In My Heart
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Remember Me (22 Previously Unissued Tracks)Stax ·
Remember Me (22 Previously Unissued Tracks)
CD, Album, Reissue, Stereo, Mono
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Otis Redding's career.

01
(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay
·
02
Try a Little Tenderness
Try a Little Tenderness
Live! In London And Paris · 2008
03
These Arms of Mine
These Arms of Mine
Pain In My Heart · 1964
04
Hard to Handle
·
05
Cigarettes and Coffee
·
06
Stand by Me
Stand by Me
Pain In My Heart · 1964
07
I've Been Loving You Too Long
I've Been Loving You Too Long
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul · 1965
08
My Girl
My Girl
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul · 1965

The essentials

The 3 Otis Redding albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1964
LP, Album, Mono
Pain In My Heart

Debut studio album featuring 12 tracks of rhythm & blues and soul, including the title track and "These Arms of Mine".

12 tracksMonoOriginal 1964 Atco pressingCover includes classics like "Stand By Me"
#2 · 1965
LP, Album, Mono
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul

Second studio album delivering 11 tracks blending original songs and covers like "Respect" and "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction".

11 tracksMonoVolt label original pressing 1965Includes "I've Been Loving You Too Long"
#3 · 2016
LP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Live At The Whisky A Go Go

Live performance captured on a limited edition vinyl, spanning 19 tracks including "I Can't Turn You Loose" and "Mr. Pitiful".

19 tracksLimited EditionRecord Store Day 2016Volt label

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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.

Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul
Master release · LP · 1965
Market position i
19,57 €
Min price 17 €Max price 22 €
Average price 19,57 €
Only 7 copies for sale on Discogs
1 607 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Pain In My Heart
Master release · LP · 1964
Market position i
34,79 €
Min price 29 €Max price 61 €
Average price 34,79 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
1 875 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Live At The Whisky A Go Go
Master release · LP · 2016
Market position i
22,99 €
Min price 22 €Max price 37 €
Average price 22,99 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
272 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2
Master release · LP · 1993
Market position i
13,04 €
Min price 7 €Max price 15 €
Average price 13,04 €
Only 33 copies for sale on Discogs
136 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Live At The Whisky A Go GoLP, Album
Volt US · 2017 STX00189 🔥 Standard edition
272 want · 930 have · ratio 0,3
22,99 €
Live At The Whisky A Go GoLP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Volt US · 2016 STX00021 Original pressing
272 want · 930 have · ratio 0,3
37,40 €
Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2LP, Album
Stax UK · 1993 SXD 089 🔥 Standard edition
136 want · 530 have · ratio 0,3
6,96 €
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings SoulLP, Album, Mono
Volt US · 1965 VOLT 412, 412 🔥 Standard edition
1 607 want · 1 179 have · ratio 1,4
21,75 €
Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings SoulLP, Album, Mono
Volt US · 1965 412, LP 412 Original pressing
1 607 want · 1 179 have · ratio 1,4
Pain In My HeartLP, Album, Mono
ATCO Records Canada · 1964 33-161 🔥 Standard edition
1 875 want · 1 169 have · ratio 1,6
60,89 €
Pain In My HeartLP, Album, Mono
ATCO Records US · 1964 33-161 Original pressing
1 875 want · 1 169 have · ratio 1,6
34,79 €
Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2LP, Album, Stereo
Stax UK SXD 089 Original pressing
136 want · 530 have · ratio 0,3
15,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Otis Redding

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

"Mr. Pitiful" earned Otis Redding a top ten rhythm and blues chart position, credited to a quick writing session with arranger Steve Cropper.
— Story about Otis Redding's hit song
01Studio Album

Otis Blue's 1965 Mono Volt pressing

Originally released in 1965 on Volt label in the US, the mono LP pressing of Otis Blue is prized by collectors with around 7 copies for sale on the market, priced between €17 and €22.

1965United States
02Studio Album

Pain In My Heart 1964 LP release

Otis Redding's debut album Pain In My Heart came out in 1964 on Atco Records, featuring a classic cover photo and 12 rhythm and blues tracks in mono format.

1964United States
03Live Album

2016 Limited Edition Live At The Whisky A Go Go

This limited edition live vinyl album recorded at the Whisky A Go Go features 19 tracks of rhythm and blues and soul, issued by Volt label in 2016, gathering both studio and live performance fans.

2016United States
04Live Album

Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2

Live recordings under the title Good To Me - Live At The Whisky A Go Go - Volume 2 have been issued in various years and formats, including UK stereo vinyl pressing labeled SXD 089.

1993United Kingdom

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FAQ

FAQ: Otis Redding on physical formats

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

When was Otis Redding born and when did he pass away?

Otis Redding was born on September 9, 1941, in Dawson, Georgia, and died in a plane crash on December 10, 1967.

Which genres best describe Otis Redding's music?

His music spans soul, rhythm and blues, blues, funk, and southern soul.

What are the most notable albums of Otis Redding available on vinyl today?

Key albums include 'Pain In My Heart' (1964), 'Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul' (1965), and 'Live At The Whisky A Go Go' (2016 Limited Edition).

Where was Otis Redding's music mainly recorded?

Much of his classic studio work was recorded in the United States, notably with labels Volt and Atco Records.

Are there special vinyl editions or pressings of Otis Redding's albums?

Yes, several 180g audiophile black vinyl editions and limited Record Store Day pressings exist for his albums.

What is the significance of the album 'Otis Blue'?

Released in 1965, 'Otis Blue' is recognized for blending original compositions and iconic covers, showcasing his vocal emotional depth.

Are live Otis Redding albums available in vinyl format?

Yes, albums like 'Live At The Whisky A Go Go' capture his dynamic stage presence and are available on vinyl.

Where can fans in France best explore Otis Redding’s legacy?

Otis Redding’s influence is celebrated widely, and French collectors can find original and reissued vinyl editions in specialty record stores and online comparators.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026