Artist page · 05/07/2026
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10 vinyl releases, including key avant-garde albums like Bish Bosch; original pressings tracked in real time.
Starting as part of The Walker Brothers in the 1960s, Scott Walker quickly established a solo career steeped in baroque pop and art rock. His early solo albums, Scott through Scott 4, exhibit a vocal style distinct from his group work, marked by intricate arrangements and lyrical depth.
In the 1990s, Walker pivoted towards experimental and avant-garde works, releasing albums like Tilt and Bish Bosch that emphasized abstract soundscapes and challenging structures. His last decades featured influential soundtracks and continued innovation, often issued on labels such as 4AD and Universal Music, making his discography a rich field for vinyl collectors looking for diverse editions and pressings.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
4AD · 2016
4AD · 2012
4AD · 2007
4AD · 2006
Barclay · 1999
Fontana · 1995
Virgin · 1984
Philips · 1973
CBS · 1973
Philips · 1972
Philips · 1970
Philips · 1969
Philips · 1969
Philips · 1968
Philips · 1967Playlist
The tracks that sum up Scott Walker's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A deeply experimental album blending art rock and avant-garde styles; highly sought with steady catalog vinyl availability.
Soundtrack album featuring modern classical pieces linked to film, with multiple limited pressing variants available on vinyl.
Noted for its avant-garde, art rock style with complex compositions; its numbered limited editions attract collectors worldwide.
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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.
The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
“He transformed from a crooner into a pioneering avant-garde artist.”— Music commentary
The 1970 album 'Til The Band Comes In features 15 tracks spanning pop and rock genres, showcasing Walker’s move from earlier styles toward a more mainstream sound, originally released on Philips Records with multiple vinyl pressings available.
The US original pressing of Tilt on Drag City label remains rare with a want/have ratio indicating 2.4 times more demand than available copies, making it a valuable collector’s item with only 4 copies currently on sale.
This 1984 LP, issued through Virgin Records, blends jazz and rock influences with avant-garde and modern classical styles, available in at least eight vinyl versions that reflect ongoing interest in its innovative sound.
The Drift, originally released in 2006 on 4AD, has multiple vinyl repressings and promos, with prices ranging widely from about €18 to over €217, indicative of collector demand for specific editions.
“Bish Bosch stands out as a challenging yet essential avant-garde release.”— Vinyl critic
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Scott Walker's music spans avant-garde, pop, baroque pop, and art rock, with later works focusing on experimental and orchestral sounds.
His key albums were released from 1967 through the 1970s, with a major experimental resurgence starting in the early 1990s and continuing until 2016.
'Bish Bosch', 'The Childhood Of A Leader', and 'Tilt' are highly regarded, featuring limited editions and multiple pressings sought after in the vinyl community.
Both UK and US pressings have collector value, but limited editions like the US original 'Tilt' pressing are rarer and thus command higher prices.
French vinyl pressings are available, especially soundtrack albums issued by Wagram and Universal labels, with catalog listings showing availability on several platforms.
Original vinyl LPs like 'Tilt' and 'Bish Bosch' range from about €20 to above €48 depending on pressing rarity and condition.
His soundtrack albums, such as 'The Childhood Of A Leader', showcase his modern classical and atmospheric compositions, adding depth beyond his pop and avant-garde records.
Collectors seek limited numbered editions, original pressings, and represses with high-quality mastering and distinctive artwork, often listed on premium vinyl marketplaces.
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This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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