Artist page · 05/07/2026
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11 vinyl albums with varied genres; Originals and limited pressings of key LPs tracked in real-time.
Emerging from the late 1980s British indie scene, The Charlatans are recognized for their blend of baggy, Britpop, and alternative rock genres. They incorporate psychedelic textures and Hammond organ elements into their music, crafting a sound with a sixties influence that persisted through their career. The band has released numerous studio albums, including expanded reissues and limited colored vinyl versions, appealing to both collectors and audiophiles.
Vinyl releases such as 'Some Friendly', 'Tellin' Stories', and 'We Are Love' highlight their evolving sound from Madchester roots toward a more classic pop-rock style.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
BMG · 2025
Then Records · 2022
BMG · 2017
BMG · 2015
Concert Live · 2012
Concert Live · 2010
Frinck Recordings · 2010
Concert Live · 2010
Cooking Vinyl · 2008
Creole Records · 2006
Universal · 2004
Universal · 2002
Universal · 2001
Universal · 1999
Beggars Banquet · 1997
Beggars Banquet · 1995
Beggars Banquet · 1994
Situation Two · 1992
Situation Two · 1990Playlist
The tracks that sum up The Charlatans's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A pivotal album marking their shift from baggy to a pop-rock sound, featuring indie and Britpop styles with 11 tracks.
Showcases a modern alternative rock style with 13 tracks, available in 6 pressing versions including limited editions.
Recent release offering 11 indie rock tracks, tracked in multiple European pressings with prices from €24 to €50.
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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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The balance of psychedelic and baggy sounds set the initial tone, evolving into a more classic pop-rock approach over time.— Tim Burgess, Lead Vocalist
The debut album 'Some Friendly' (1990) features heavy use of the Hammond organ, lending a sixties psychedelic color to the tracks.
'Tellin' Stories' (1997) marked a stylistic turn toward classic pop-rock, blending indie and Britpop influences after their early baggy phase.
The album 'We Are Love' is available in several European LP pressings, including originals and reissues with catalogue numbers 964183551 and 964183511.
The 2022 release 'Live At Reading Festival: 1992' captures a BBC recording featuring The Charlatans performing key tracks live.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
The Charlatans cover genres including alternative rock, Britpop, indie rock, baggy, neo-psychedelia, and pop across their albums.
Albums like 'Tellin' Stories', 'Different Days', and 'Modern Nature' have limited edition vinyl pressings, including colored and deluxe versions.
Yes, 'Different Days' has original UK LP pressings from 2017, including limited editions and test pressings on vinyl.
European pressings of 'We Are Love' are available with catalogue numbers 964183551 and 964183511, released in 2025 by BMG.
'Tellin' Stories' includes 11 tracks on its vinyl release, combining indie rock and Britpop elements.
The Hammond organ played a key role in shaping the early sound, especially on 'Some Friendly', adding a vintage psychedelic texture.
Yes, 'Live At Reading Festival: 1992' was released on vinyl in 2022, featuring live BBC recordings.
'Wonderland' is available on vinyl with at least four pressing versions, including UK originals and reissues.
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