Artist page · 05/07/2026
About
Five studio albums across genres with key 90s LPs and a new 2026 release tracked here.
Sublime emerged from the vibrant cultural melting pot of Long Beach in the late 1980s. The band’s sound integrates punk, ska, reggae, and alternative rock, contributing significantly to the 1990s California music scene. Key members were Bradley Nowell on vocals and guitar, Eric Wilson on bass, and Bud Gaugh on drums. Their discography includes groundbreaking albums like “40oz. To Freedom” (1992), “Robbin' The Hood” (1994), and the 1996 self-titled release that solidified their legacy.
Vinyl enthusiasts can explore their catalog ranging from original 90s pressings to recent reissues and new releases like "Until The Sun Explodes" (anticipated 2026).
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Atlantic · 2026
Surfdog Records · 2023
Gasoline Alley · 2013
Gasoline Alley · 1998
Gasoline Alley · 1998
Gasoline Alley · 1996
Skunk Records · 1995
Skunk Records · 1992Playlist
The tracks that sum up Sublime's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Sublime's breakthrough album blending reggae, punk, and ska with energetic tracks that established their regional and cult following.
Their major label debut capturing the band’s blend of punk and ska; includes some of their most played tracks like 'Santeria' and 'What I Got'.
Upcoming album set to continue their legacy with a 21-track lineup blending punk and ska, available in multiple vinyl pressings including limited editions.
Go further
Artists who share part of Sublime'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work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).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.
"Bradley’s unique blend of reggae, punk, and hip-hop created a sound that defined 90s Long Beach music scenes."— Sublime member insight
In February 1996, Sublime recorded their self-titled album at Willie Nelson's Pedernales Studio in Austin, Texas, with producer Paul Leary, marking their major label debut.
Sublime co-founded the independent label Skunk Records in 1989, releasing their early cassette demo 'Jah Won’t Pay the Bills' and building their initial fanbase before major label success.
The 1998 original US LP pressing of '40oz. To Freedom' has a want-to-have ratio of 2.4:1 with only three copies available at prices reaching €182, reflecting its collectibility.
The band's trajectory was cut short when Bradley Nowell died of a heroin overdose on May 25, 1996, just before a planned European tour, at age 28.
Official store
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Sublime’s vinyl span ska, punk, reggae, alternative rock, eurodisco, funk, and soul, reflecting their eclectic style.
Sublime formed in 1986 in Long Beach, California, blending diverse musical influences native to the area.
Original 1998 US pressing of '40oz. To Freedom' is highly collectible due to low availability and high demand among vinyl collectors.
Limited edition picture discs and reissues are available in Europe, including France, often sourced from labels like Skunk Records.
The 2026 release includes 21 tracks, spanning various styles like punk and ska, available in multiple vinyl formats.
Prices for Sublime vinyl albums vary widely, with '40oz. To Freedom' US original pressings reaching about €182, while other albums average between €20 and €60.
Sublime vinyl records can be found in Paris specialty shops and online platforms offering reissues and limited editions.
The band’s legacy lives on through active vinyl trading, archival reissues, and freshly issued limited editions cherished by collectors worldwide.
Transparency
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
[title]
[message]Love it? Add to your wishlist
Your favorites, all in one place. Shop quickly and easily with the wishlist feature!
