Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Seven key LPs including ‘Cool Struttin''; US mono originals fetch premium prices.
Sonny Clark's discography includes seven main vinyl releases spanning bebop, hard bop, and cool jazz. Known for his distinctive rhythmic drive and melodic sense, Clark's work primarily appears on Blue Note, the iconic jazz label. Collectors seek original US mono pressings, such as 1958's ‘Cool Struttin'' and ‘Sonny's Crib’, which command prices well into the hundreds or thousands of euros.
His 1957 album ‘Dial "S" For Sonny’ and Japan’s 1979 limited edition of ‘My Conception’ also feature prominently in vinyl markets. Current availability highlights a wide range of pressings, reissues, and test pressings, with varying values and demand dynamics reflected across these titles.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Blue Note · 1984
Blue Note · 1980
Blue Note · 1979
Blue Note · 1979
Blue Note · 1976
Xanadu Records · 1976
Blue Note · 1962
Time Records · 1960
Blue Note · 1958
Blue Note · 1958
Blue Note · 1958
Blue Note · 1957Playlist
The tracks that sum up Sonny Clark's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A defining hard bop album with a tight four-track structure; original 1958 US mono pressings are rare and valuable on vinyl markets.
Early Blue Note release embodying Clark's melodic and rhythmic style; original 1957 US mono pressing remains highly sought after.
Japanese limited edition release showcasing Clark's compositional breadth; valued collectible with original pressing from 1979 still widely traded.
Go further
Artists who share part of Sonny Clark'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.
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work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).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.
Clark developed a distinctive style with a strong melodic sense and lively rhythm typical of hard bop.— Jazz pianist legacy
This album was recorded for Blue Note in 1957 featuring six tracks that exemplify Clark's hard bop style. Original LPs are mono, catalog number BLP 1570, and they remain prized by collectors.
The US mono pressing of the ‘Cool Struttin'' album from 1958, catalog number BLP 1588, shows a strong want-to-have collector ratio over 5:1 and has high market value, with three copies currently for sale.
This album, released on Blue Note with catalog number BLP 1576, had a demand almost seven times higher than owned copies, emphasizing its rarity and collector interest on vinyl.
This limited edition from Japan features the album ‘My Conception’ with catalog number GXF 3056. It remains widely sought after and supports a healthy market on vinyl platforms.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Sonny Clark is known predominantly for hard bop and bebop jazz styles.
‘Cool Struttin'' (1958) in its original US mono pressing is among the most collectible for vinyl enthusiasts.
Yes, there are multiple LP pressings including an original 1957 US mono pressing and later test pressings and reissues.
Prices vary from several hundred to over two thousand euros for original US mono pressings, depending on condition and seller.
Yes, Clark performed and recorded alongside many prominent jazz artists, reflected in his dynamic trio and quintet recordings.
Original pressings are rare in France, but reissues and limited editions can be found through specialty shops and online platforms.
‘Cool Struttin'’, ‘Dial "S" For Sonny’, and ‘My Conception’ are among the top vinyl albums based on listener counts.
The Japanese limited edition of ‘My Conception’ from 1979 is prized for its sound quality and collectible status distinct from the original recordings.
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This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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