Artist page · 05/07/2026
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8 vinyl records in blues, gospel, and jazz/blues — latest LPs on Provogue and Ear Music labels.
Robben Ford combines blues, jazz, and rock in a diverse career spanning decades. Originating from California, his guitar work features electric blues, blues rock, and jazz fusion. Ford has released multiple vinyl albums across major European and American labels including Provogue Records and Ear Music, with recent LPs like "Night In The City" (2023) and "Two Shades Of Blue" (2026) showcasing his evolving sound.
His discography includes studio and live recordings, with vinyl editions often limited or coloured audiophile pressings. Ford's approach to his instrument integrates soulful blues expression with the sophistication of jazz and rock elements, gaining him respect in multiple musical circles and among vinyl collectors.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Provogue Records · 2026
Liberation Hall · 2025
Ear Music · 2023
Ear Music · 2021
Ear Music · 2019
Ear Music · 2018
Ear Music · 2016
Provogue · 2015
Provogue · 2014
335 Records · 2013
Provogue · 2013
Blues Bureau International · 2010
Concord Records · 2009
Monterey Jazz Festival Records · 2008
335 Records · 2007
Concord Records · 2007
NewEdition · 2005
Concord Records · 2003
Tone Center · 2003
Concord Records · 2002
HAPS Musicproduction · 2001
Tone Center · 2001
Avenue Jazz · 1999
Blue Thumb Records · 1999
Blue Rock'it Records · 1998
Blue Thumb Records · 1997
ARG Jazz · 1997
Blue Rock'it Records · 1992
Verve Digital · 1989
MGI Records · 1989
Warner Bros. Records · 1988
Polydor · 1983
Elektra · 1979
LAX Records · 1977Playlist
The tracks that sum up Robben Ford's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A pivotal blues album capturing Ford's electric style with 10 tracks including "Everything I Do Gonna Be Funky" and "Fool's Paradise." Multiple vinyl releases on Provogue Records.
Latest studio album featuring seven tracks blending blues with extended instrumental explorations. Released on Ear Music with European original pressing.
A blend of jazz-rock and blues rock; 9 tracks including "White Rock Beer... 8 Cents" and "Balafon." Available on vinyl in limited edition German and European pressings.
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Artists who share part of Robben Ford's musical DNA.
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.
"I started playing guitar professionally at 18, blending blues, jazz and rock to create my sound."— Robben Ford
The original LP pressing of "Two Shades Of Blue" was released in 2026 by Provogue Records in the Netherlands, catalog number PRD 77781. It is a limited edition with 8 tracks blending blues and jazz-rock styles.
"Night In The City" was issued on vinyl as a stereo LP in Europe in 2023 by Ear Music. The pressing includes seven tracks, with a total playtime of extended blues compositions.
The album "Pure" was pressed as a limited edition stereo LP in Germany and Europe in 2021 by Ear Music. It features 9 tracks incorporating blues and jazz-rock influences.
Robben Ford played blues guitar with Jimmy Witherspoon early in his career, contributing to live recordings such as the 1977 album "Live Jimmy Witherspoon & Robben Ford," underscoring his roots in electrified blues.
Working briefly with Miles Davis in 1986 expanded my approach to jazz fusion and improvisation.— Robben Ford
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Robben Ford mainly plays blues, jazz, blues rock, and rock, integrating fusion elements in his guitar style.
Robben Ford was born on December 16, 1951, in Woodlake, California, United States.
Robben Ford has 8 vinyl records available on major labels, covering blues, jazz/blues, and gospel genres.
He has released vinyl albums on Provogue Records, Ear Music, and Verycords among others.
Yes, for example, the album "Pure" was released as a limited edition 180g gold colored audiophile vinyl.
Many of his recent albums like "Night In The City" and "The Sun Room" have original vinyl pressings available in Europe, especially on the Ear Music label.
While he has several live albums in his discography, the current vinyl offerings primarily focus on studio albums.
Yes, several of his vinyl releases are audiophile quality, including limited edition pressings on 180g vinyl formats.
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