Artist page · 04/07/2026
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7 solo vinyl albums; US, UK, South Korea pressings tracked; prog rock and classical blends.
Rick Wakeman is a British keyboard virtuoso whose career launched prominently with groups such as Strawbs and Yes before developing a vast solo portfolio spanning nearly 120 albums. His work crosses progressive rock, classical, and new age genres, often featuring intricate piano compositions and rich orchestrations. Vinyl records of his solo output include recent releases like 2023's "A Gallery of the Imagination" and 2025's "Melancholia," alongside earlier works reissued on LP across the US, UK, and South Korea.
Collectors and audiophiles can explore diverse formats, including limited edition reissues and stereo LPs.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
President Records · 1993
Myrrh · 1993
President Records · 1993
Jimco Records · 1992
President Records · 1992
President Records · 1991
President Records · 1991
Ambient · 1991
JIMCO Records · 1991
Ambient · 1991
RPM · 1990
Sattva Music · 1990
Sattva Art Music · 1990
President Records · 1990
Bellaphon · 1989
President Records · 1989
Vedette Records · 1988
President Records · 1988
President Records · 1988
Stylus Music · 1987
President Records · 1987
Coda Records · 1986
TBG/President · 1985
TBG/President Records Ltd. · 1985
Edel Screen · 1984
Telstar · 1984
Charisma · 1983
Charisma · 1983
Moon Records · 1982
Charisma · 1981
Charisma · 1981
A&M Records · 1979
A&M Records · 1977
A&M Records · 1977
A&M Records · 1976
A&M Records · 1975
A&M Records · 1975
A&M Records · 1974
A&M Records · 1973
RRAW · Playlist
The tracks that sum up Rick Wakeman's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
This 1993 album showcases Wakeman's New Age electronic style. The US limited edition LP pressing on Purple Pyramid in 2022 brings collectible value.
A 1992 stereophonic LP pressed in South Korea on Ambient label, this album blends prog and symphonic rock with soundtrack elements.
Softsword is a 1991 rock album with folk influences. The original UK LP pressing on Ambient label remains a sought-after collectors’ item.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Rick Wakeman is noted for his flamboyant keyboard stage presence and a prolific solo career approaching 120 albums.— Biographical summary
The album '2000 A.D. Into The Future,' originally released in 1993, was pressed as a limited edition LP in 2022 by Purple Pyramid in the United States, with catalog numbers CLO 3317 and CLO3317LP, now tracked at about €19.92 with at least two copies for sale.
Phantom Power was issued in 1992 as a stereo LP on the Ambient label in South Korea, catalog no. A-IOM-2 / MHRN-7015. This pressing currently appears with prices around €86.13 and three copies available to collectors.
Softsword came out in 1991 on the Ambient label in the UK, catalog number A-IOM 3. The original LP pressing remains available, with current price tracking around €30 and a moderate number of copies offered.
Rick Wakeman's discography includes significant works combining elements of progressive rock, classical, and new age music, showcasing his versatility across keyboard-driven compositions.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Rick Wakeman is a British keyboardist known for his work in progressive rock, classical music, and new age styles, with a career starting in the 1970s.
His recent vinyl albums include "A Gallery of the Imagination" (2023), "Melancholia" (2025), and reissues like "Phantom Power" and "Softsword" on LP formats.
They include stereo and limited edition LPs released in various countries such as the US, UK, and South Korea, often on labels like Purple Pyramid and Ambient.
Yes, he is known for his work with the progressive rock bands Strawbs and Yes, contributing keyboard to both groups.
His solo albums are available on vinyl LP, CD, and occasionally as limited edition reissues, reflecting his long career span.
Original pressings can be identified by release year, country, label, and catalog number, such as the 1992 South Korean LP of "Phantom Power" on Ambient label.
Rick Wakeman has a significant fan base in France and Europe, especially among progressive rock and classical music listeners.
Collectors can find Rick Wakeman vinyl in specialty music stores and online marketplaces offering European and international pressings.
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