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Six Organs of Admittance

United StatesAlternatif14 vinyl albums
Six Organs of Admittance is the main project of US guitarist Ben Chasny. The music combines experimental folk with psychedelic rock and touches of new age and ambient influences, featuring distinctive guitar work and Eastern percussion elements.
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132Discogs releases
321kLast.fm listeners

About

Six Organs of Admittance, Exploring experimental folk and psychedelic soundscapes from the US since the late 1990s.

15 vinyl releases mixing folk, psych, and ambient styles; originals on Drag City and Holy Mountain label tracked live.

Based in the United States, Six Organs of Admittance has delivered a rich catalog blending folk, psychedelic rock, and experimental sounds since the project's inception in the late 1990s. The project’s releases span multiple labels including Drag City and Holy Mountain, with formats primarily on vinyl LP. The music explores intricate guitar-driven melodies fused with ethereal and ambient textures, resulting in a distinctive sonic identity.

The vinyl catalog includes 15 known releases covering genres such as folktronica, new age, and avant-garde folk, reflecting the project’s diverse and evolving artistic vision.

Discography

Six Organs of Admittance — Discography

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

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Six Organs of Admittance's career.

01
Words for Two
·
02
Home
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03
Elk River
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04
Lisboa
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05
Procession of Cherry Blossom Spirits
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06
Saint Cloud
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07
Spirits Abandoned
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08
Thicker Than A Smokey
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The essentials

The 3 Six Organs of Admittance albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2012
LP, Album
Ascent

A pivotal folk-psych album from 2012 showcasing intricate guitar work and a lush sonic palette, released on Drag City.

8 tracksDrag City labelFolk Rock, Psychedelic RockCatalog no. DC519
#2 · 2017
LP, Album
Burning The Threshold

2017 Drag City release blending psychedelic folk and rock over 9 tracks with immersive production and layered instrumentation.

9 tracksDrag City labelPsychedelic RockCatalog no. DC664
#3 · 2020
LP, Album
Companion Rises

A 2020 album on Drag City featuring 9 tracks that continue the psychedelic folk exploration with refined arrangements and textures.

9 tracksDrag City labelRock, FolkCatalog no. DC777

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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.

Time Is Glass
Master release · LP · 2024
Market position i
15,07 €
Min price 15 €Max price 15 €
Average price 15,07 €
Only 54 copies for sale on Discogs
47 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Companion Rises
Master release · LP · 2020
Market position i
12,70 €
Min price 10 €Max price 15 €
Average price 12,70 €
Only 68 copies for sale on Discogs
38 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Burning The Threshold
Master release · LP · 2017
Market position i
8,70 €
Min price 9 €Max price 9 €
Average price 8,70 €
Only 30 copies for sale on Discogs
108 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Hexadic
Master release · LP · 2015
Market position i
8,68 €
Min price 9 €Max price 9 €
Average price 8,68 €
Only 43 copies for sale on Discogs
121 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Hexadic II
Master release · LP · 2015
Market position i
6,96 €
Min price 7 €Max price 7 €
Average price 6,96 €
Only 29 copies for sale on Discogs
114 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ascent
Master release · LP · 2012
Market position i
11,00 €
Min price 11 €Max price 11 €
Average price 11,00 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
183 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Companion RisesLP, Album
Drag City US · 2024 DC891 🔥 Standard edition
38 want · 91 have · ratio 0,4
15,00 €
Time Is GlassLP, Album
Drag City US · 2024 DC869 Original pressing
47 want · 274 have · ratio 0,2
15,07 €
Companion RisesLP, Album
Drag City US · 2020 DC777 Original pressing
38 want · 91 have · ratio 0,4
10,40 €
Burning The ThresholdLP, Album
Drag City US · 2017 DC664 Original pressing
108 want · 608 have · ratio 0,2
8,70 €
Hexadic IILP, Album
Drag City US · 2015 DC643 Original pressing
114 want · 343 have · ratio 0,3
6,96 €
HexadicLP, Album
Drag City US · 2015 DC616, DC 616 Original pressing
121 want · 603 have · ratio 0,2
8,68 €
AscentLP, Album
Drag City US · 2012 DC519 Original pressing
183 want · 913 have · ratio 0,2
11,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Six Organs of Admittance

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

Six Organs of Admittance's music blends eastern percussion with intricate guitar, defining its unique ambient folk style.
— Description of Ben Chasny's project
01Pressing

2024 US original pressing of Time Is Glass

The album Time Is Glass was released in 2024 on Drag City in the US with catalog number DC869. The LP pressing is currently offered at a median price around 15.07 € with 54 copies for sale.

2024United States
02Studio Album

Burning The Threshold album details

Burning The Threshold, released in 2017 by Drag City, features nine tracks including "Things As They Are" and "Threshold Of Light," combining psychedelic and folk rock influences.

2017United States
03Label

Drag City as primary label

Drag City has been the primary label for Six Organs of Admittance’s vinyl catalog since 2005, releasing key albums like Ascent, Hexadic, and Companion Rises.

2005United States
04Limited Edition

Hexadic II LP release in 2015

Hexadic II was released on vinyl as an LP album in 2015 on Drag City, offering nine tracks of experimental and avant-garde folk music with catalog number DC643.

2015United States

Records by Six Organs of Admittance

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FAQ

FAQ: Six Organs of Admittance on physical formats

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

Who is Ben Chasny?

Ben Chasny is the guitarist and main artist behind Six Organs of Admittance, known for blending folk, psychedelic, and experimental elements.

What genres does Six Organs of Admittance explore?

The project covers folk, psychedelic rock, experimental, folktronica, and new age/ambient styles.

Which labels have released Six Organs of Admittance vinyl?

Key labels include Drag City and Holy Mountain, famous for vinyl releases across their catalogue.

How many albums does Six Organs of Admittance have on vinyl?

There are 15 known vinyl releases available featuring a variety of styles and limited editions.

Are Six Organs of Admittance vinyl records available in France?

Many titles are accessible in France through international distribution and online marketplaces.

What is the typical price range for Six Organs of Admittance LPs?

Price varies by pressing and rarity, commonly found between approximately 7 € and 15 € on average for original US pressings.

How to identify original pressings of Six Organs of Admittance LPs?

Original pressings often have official catalog numbers like DC519 or DC664 on the Drag City label and are listed with specific barcodes and pressing info.

Where can I find track listings for Six Organs of Admittance albums?

Track listings are detailed on vinyl listings pages and collectors’ sites, often including track counts and durations.

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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: 05/07/2026