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Texas

GlasgowFormed in 1986Ambiance7 vinyl albums
Formed in Glasgow in 1986, Texas delivers a blend of pop and rock with a Scottish twist. Known for hits like 'I Don't Want a Lover,' their catalog spans decades of British pop evolution with Sharleen Spiteri as lead vocalist.
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8 essential vinyl albums including 1989’s Southside and 2024’s Muscle Shoals Sessions; key originals command attention.

Texas emerged in the mid-1980s in the UK, blending pop, rock, and soul influences into a distinctive sound characterized by strong female vocals. Their debut album, Southside (1989), features the breakthrough hit 'I Don't Want a Lover,' which helped the band gain international recognition. They maintained momentum through the 1990s with albums like Mother's Heaven, Ricks Road, and the UK chart-topping White On Blonde and The Hush. The band has continued evolving, releasing albums into the 2020s and recording at iconic locations such as Muscle Shoals.

Their vinyl releases, from original pressings to limited editions, provide a window into their storied career, featuring genres across Brit Pop, Pop Rock and variations thereof.

Discography

Texas discography

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

The Muscle Shoals Sessions[pias] · 2024
2024
The Muscle Shoals Sessions
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
HiBMG · 2021
2021
Hi
CD, Album, Deluxe Edition
Studio
Jump On BoardBMG · 2017
2017
Jump On Board
CD, Album
Studio
The Conversation[PIAS] Recordings · 2013
2013
The Conversation
CD, Album, All Media
Studio
The BBC SessionsMercury · 2007
2007
The BBC Sessions
CD, Album
Studio
Red BookMercury · 2005
2005
Red Book
CD, Album
Studio
Careful What You Wish ForMercury · 2003
2003
Careful What You Wish For
CD, Album, Enhanced, Special Edition
Studio
The HushMercury · 1999
1999
The Hush
CD, Album
Studio
White On BlondeMercury · 1997
1997
White On Blonde
CD, Album
Studio
Ricks RoadVertigo · 1993
1993
Ricks Road
CD, Album
Studio
Mothers HeavenMercury · 1991
1991
Mothers Heaven
CD, Album
Studio
SouthsideMercury · 1989
1989
Southside
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Texas's career.

01
Say What You Want
Say What You Want
The BBC Sessions · 2007
02
Summer Son
Summer Son
The Conversation · 2013
03
Inner Smile
Inner Smile
The Conversation · 2013
04
I Don't Want a Lover
I Don't Want a Lover
Southside · 1989
05
In Our Lifetime
In Our Lifetime
The BBC Sessions · 2007
06
Halo
Halo
The BBC Sessions · 2007
07
Black Eyed Boy
Black Eyed Boy
The BBC Sessions · 2007
08
In Demand
In Demand
The Conversation · 2013

The essentials

The 3 Texas albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1989
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Southside

Debut album featuring the breakthrough hit 'I Don’t Want a Lover' that sold two million copies globally, rooted in alternative and pop rock.

10 tracksMercury labelOriginal UK pressingStereo sound
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#2 · 2013
LP, Album
The Conversation

A mature pop rock album featuring a mix of new songs and live Scottish performances, showcasing the band's evolution.

23 tracksGatefold jacketPIAS RecordingsEuropean pressing
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#3 · 2024
LP, Album, Limited Edition
The Muscle Shoals Sessions

Recent studio album recorded at legendary Muscle Shoals studios, blending classic influences with contemporary pop rock.

14 tracksLimited editionEuropean releasePIAS label
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Go further

Artists similar to Texas

Artists who share part of Texas's musical DNA.

Sharleen Spiteri
All Saints
The Corrs
The Corrs
The Beautiful South
Natalie Imbruglia
Wet Wet Wet
M People
Belinda Carlisle
Belinda Carlisle

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Texas

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

Sharleen Spiteri’s voice is the emblematic sound of Texas, shaping their identity since 1986.
— Band Profile
01Debut Album

Southside's 1989 Breakthrough

The 1989 album Southside featured the hit 'I Don't Want a Lover' that sold 2 million units, marking Texas’s international breakthrough.

1989United Kingdom
02Studio

Recording at Muscle Shoals

In 2024, Texas recorded The Muscle Shoals Sessions at the iconic Muscle Shoals studios, known for its distinct sound and music legacy.

2024Muscle Shoals
03Album Chart Success

White On Blonde and The Hush in the UK charts

The 1997 album White On Blonde and the 1999 release The Hush both reached number one in the UK, sustaining the band’s commercial prominence.

1997-1999United Kingdom
04Live Performance

Debut gig at Dundee University

Texas had their first public performance in March 1988 at the University of Dundee in Scotland, marking their entry into the live music scene.

1988Dundee, Scotland

Records by Texas

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Southside - Front Cover

Southside

Texas
Britpop Pop
[PIAS] Recordings Catalogue
From $17.40 1 offer
The Muscle Shoals Sessions - Front Cover

The Muscle Shoals Sessions

Texas
International Variety Variety
[PIAS] Recordings France
From $27.98 1 offer
The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023 - Front Cover

The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023

Texas
Bawdy Songs Mood
[PIAS]
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Say What You Want: The Collection - Front Cover

Say What You Want: The Collection

Texas
International Retro Pop Pop
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
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Texas - Hi

Hi

Texas
International Pop Pop
BMG Rights Management
From $20.95 1 offer
Hi - Front Cover

Hi

Texas
International Retro Pop Pop
BMG Rights Management
From $45.99 1 offer
Jump on Board - Front Cover

Jump on Board

Texas
International Retro Pop Pop
[PIAS] Recordings France
From $52.26 1 offer
The Conversation - Front Cover

The Conversation

Texas
International Retro Pop Pop
[PIAS]
From $64.00 1 offer

CDs by Texas

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Southside - Front Cover

Southside

Texas
Indie rock Alternative
CD PIAS RECORDINGS
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FAQ

FAQ

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

When was Texas formed and where?

Texas was formed in 1986 in Glasgow, United Kingdom, emerging from the Scottish pop rock scene.

What genre of music does Texas primarily play?

Texas's music blends pop rock, britpop, and alternative rock with strong female vocals.

Which Texas album features the hit 'I Don't Want a Lover'?

The hit 'I Don't Want a Lover' appears on Texas's debut album Southside released in 1989.

What are some notable vinyl editions of Texas albums available in Europe?

Notable vinyl editions include Southside (1989 UK pressing), The Conversation (2013 PIAS pressing), and The Muscle Shoals Sessions (2024 limited edition).

Are there rare or limited vinyl pressings for Texas albums?

Yes, limited editions like The Muscle Shoals Sessions LP released in 2024, and limited vinyl pressings of Hi (2021) are notable.

What is the significance of Muscle Shoals in Texas's discography?

Muscle Shoals studio is a legendary recording location where Texas recorded their 2024 album The Muscle Shoals Sessions.

Where was Texas' first live show performed?

Texas had their first live performance in March 1988 at the University of Dundee in Scotland.

How has Texas's sound evolved over the decades?

Texas began with pop rock roots and evolved through britpop and soul influences, maintaining strong female vocals and contemporary rock elements.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026