Artist page · 04/07/2026

Porcupine Tree

Hemel HempsteadFormed in 1987Alternatif16 vinyl albums
Porcupine Tree, formed in Hemel Hempstead, UK in 1987, blends progressive rock with metal and psychedelic sounds. The band evolved from Steven Wilson's solo project into a four-member group, known for complex, layered compositions.
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About

Porcupine Tree, British progressive rock evolving from Hemel Hempstead since 1987.

17 vinyl releases tracked with original pressings like 2005's Deadwing fetching high collector interest.

Porcupine Tree emerged as a progressive rock and metal band in the late 1980s, initially as guitarist Steven Wilson's solo project in Hemel Hempstead, England. Over time, the project expanded with additional band members to a four-piece, delivering a hybrid of progressive rock, ambient textures, psychedelic elements, and later, progressive metal influence. The band maintained a distinctive sound throughout various phases of its career, marked by detailed production and complex arrangements.

They released a catalog of 17 vinyl records that span studio albums, live recordings, and limited editions.

Discography

Porcupine Tree — Discography

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

Closure / ContinuationMusic For Nations · 2022
2022
Closure / Continuation
CD, Album
Studio
Octane TwistedKscope · 2012
2012
Octane Twisted
CD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, All Media, Limited Edition, Special Edition
Studio
AtlantaPorcupine Tree Download Store · 2010
2010
Atlanta
File, MP3, Album
Studio
The IncidentRoadrunner Records · 2009
2009
The Incident
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
We Lost The SkylineTransmission Recordings · 2008
2008
We Lost The Skyline
CD, Album
Studio
Fear Of A Blank PlanetRoadrunner Records · 2007
2007
Fear Of A Blank Planet
CD, Album
Studio
DeadwingLava · 2005
2005
Deadwing
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
XMIITransmission Recordings · 2005
2005
XMII
CD, Album
Studio
WarszawaTransmission Recordings · 2004
2004
Warszawa
CD, Album
Studio
XMTransmission Recordings · 2003
2003
XM
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
In AbsentiaLava · 2002
2002
In Absentia
CD, Enhanced, Album
Studio
Lightbulb SunKscope · 2000
2000
Lightbulb Sun
CD, Album
Studio
Stupid DreamKscope · 1999
1999
Stupid Dream
CD, Album
Studio
MetanoiaChromatic Records · 1998
1998
Metanoia
Vinyl, 10", Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Coma Divine (Recorded Live In Rome)Delerium Records · 1997
1997
Coma Divine (Recorded Live In Rome)
CD, Album
Live
SignifyDelerium Records · 1996
1996
Signify
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Sky Moves SidewaysDelerium Records · 1995
1995
The Sky Moves Sideways
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Spiral CircusDelerium Records · 1994
1994
Spiral Circus
Cassette, Promo, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Up The DownstairDelerium Records · 1993
1993
Up The Downstair
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
On The Sunday Of Life...Delerium Records · 1992
1992
On The Sunday Of Life...
CD, Album
Studio
The Nostalgia FactoryDelerium Records · 1991
1991
The Nostalgia Factory
Cassette, Album
Studio
Tarquin's Seaweed FarmNo Man's Land · 1989
1989
Tarquin's Seaweed Farm
Cassette, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Porcupine Tree's career.

01
Trains
Trains
In Absentia · 2002
02
Blackest Eyes
Blackest Eyes
In Absentia · 2002
03
Lazarus
Lazarus
Deadwing · 2005
04
The Sound of Muzak
The Sound of Muzak
In Absentia · 2002
05
Open Car
Open Car
Deadwing · 2005
06
Shallow
Shallow
Deadwing · 2005
07
Fear of a Blank Planet
Fear of a Blank Planet
Fear Of A Blank Planet · 2007
08
Lips of Ashes
Lips of Ashes
In Absentia · 2002

The essentials

The 3 Porcupine Tree albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2005
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Deadwing

Deadwing is the band's major album, mixing prog rock and symphonic rock across 9 tracks including the highlight "Arriving Somewhere But Not Here."

9 tracksLimited editionStereo mixHigh collector value
#2 · 2007
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Fear of a Blank Planet

Containing 6 tracks, this album showcases modern prog rock themes with extended compositions like "Anesthetize."

6 tracksNumbered editionLimited pressingProgressive rock
#3 · 2009
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
The Incident

A double album with 20 tracks, rich in prog rock complexity and storytelling, released in numbered limited vinyl editions.

20 tracksLimited editionNumbered pressingDouble LP

Go further

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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.

Closure / Continuation
Master release · LP · 2022
Market position i
24,50 €
Min price 14 €Max price 29 €
Average price 24,50 €
Only 258 copies for sale on Discogs
154 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Incident
Master release · LP · 2009
Market position i
30,00 €
Min price 24 €Max price 80 €
Average price 30,00 €
Only 122 copies for sale on Discogs
176 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Fear Of A Blank Planet
Master release · LP · 2007
Market position i
122,89 €
Min price 54 €Max price 191 €
Average price 122,89 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
429 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Deadwing
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
217,46 €
Min price 130 €Max price 279 €
Average price 217,46 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
375 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
In Absentia
Master release · LP · 2002
Market position i
149,00 €
Min price 38 €Max price 200 €
Average price 149,00 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
280 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Lightbulb Sun
Master release · LP · 2000
Market position i
69,60 €
Min price 35 €Max price 200 €
Average price 69,60 €
Only 58 copies for sale on Discogs
213 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Closure / ContinuationLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Stereo
Music For Nations Germany · 2022 19439973591, 19439956901 🔥 Standard edition
154 want · 1 727 have · ratio 0,1
21,00 €
Closure / ContinuationLP, Album
Music For Nations USA & Europe · 2022 19439956931, 19439956901 Original pressing
154 want · 1 727 have · ratio 0,1
13,51 €
The IncidentLP, Album
Tonefloat Europe · 2009 tf82 🔥 Standard edition
176 want · 3 166 have · ratio 0,1
30,00 €
The IncidentLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Tonefloat Europe · 2009 tf82 Original pressing
176 want · 3 166 have · ratio 0,1
80,00 €
Fear Of A Blank PlanetLP, Album, Test Pressing
Tonefloat Netherlands · 2007 TF40 🔥 Standard edition
429 want · 3 321 have · ratio 0,1
Fear Of A Blank PlanetLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Tonefloat Netherlands · 2007 TF 40 Original pressing
429 want · 3 321 have · ratio 0,1
191,40 €
DeadwingLP, Test Pressing
Gates Of Dawn US · 2005 GOD009 🔥 Standard edition
375 want · 4 517 have · ratio 0,1
DeadwingLP, Album, Limited Edition
Gates Of Dawn US · 2005 GOD009 Original pressing
375 want · 4 517 have · ratio 0,1
279,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Porcupine Tree

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

Porcupine Tree is noted for blending psychedelic rock textures with progressive metal influences across their evolving catalog.
— Music Observers
01Release

Closure / Continuation original 2022 LP pressing

Released in 2022 on Music For Nations, the original USA and Europe LP pressing of Closure / Continuation has catalog numbers 19439956931 and 19439956901, with a notable resale price starting around €13.5.

2022USA & Europe
02Vinyl Pressing

The Incident limited numbered edition LP

The European limited edition, numbered LP of The Incident was released in 2009 by Tonefloat with catalog number tf82, commanding resale values up to €80.

2009Europe
03Recording

Deadwing studio album 2005

Deadwing, recorded by the band and produced with attention to symphonic and progressive rock layers, includes the epic track 'Arriving Somewhere But Not Here' lasting over 12 minutes.

2005UK
04Tour

Live release Closure / Continuation. Live. Amsterdam 07/11/22

A 2024 vinyl live album captures the Amsterdam performance from November 7th, 2022, highlighting the band's recent reunion and active touring.

2022Amsterdam

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FAQ

FAQ: Porcupine Tree on physical formats

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

Who founded Porcupine Tree and when?

Guitarist Steven Wilson founded Porcupine Tree in 1987 in Hemel Hempstead, England, initially as a solo project before expanding to a full band.

What genres characterize Porcupine Tree's music?

Their music includes progressive rock, ambient, psychedelic rock, alternative rock, and progressive metal, with an evolving sound over decades.

Which Porcupine Tree album has the most significant vinyl collector interest?

Deadwing, released in 2005, is the band's best-selling album and commands some of the highest resale prices among vinyl editions.

Are there limited edition Porcupine Tree vinyls available in France?

Yes, limited edition vinyl albums like The Incident and Fear of a Blank Planet are available via European releases, including France, often as numbered pressings.

Where was Porcupine Tree formed?

Porcupine Tree was formed in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England, a town northwest of London.

How can I recognize original pressings of Porcupine Tree vinyls?

Original pressings typically include specific catalog numbers, limited edition markings, or numbered sleeves from labels such as Tonefloat or Music For Nations.

Are live Porcupine Tree performances available on vinyl?

Yes, recent live albums such as Closure / Continuation live from Amsterdam 2022 are issued on vinyl showcasing performances from the band's reunion tours.

What should I expect in terms of vinyl availability for Porcupine Tree albums?

The band has 17 vinyl albums widely available, including studio albums and live recordings, with prices and availability tracked regularly across multiple markets.

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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