#1 · 2024
Latest studio album reflecting the band's evolving indie rock sound across 13 tracks, featuring a 19-minute closing piece.
13 tracksReleased 2024Limited edition LPAvailable USA & Europe
Artist page · 04/07/2026
The Decemberists
The Decemberists are an American indie rock band formed in Portland, Oregon in 2000, blending folk, alternative country, and progressive rock with distinctive instrumentation like accordion and banjo.
8Albums on Vinyles.com
290Discogs releases
1.9MLast.fm listeners
About
The Decemberists, Portland's indie folk storytellers mixing rock and Americana since 2000.
Eight albums including recent 2024 LP 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again' with limited editions tracked in real time.
The Decemberists originated in Portland in 2000, emerging distinctively within the indie rock scene by incorporating folk and Americana elements into their sound. Their instrumentation often extends beyond guitar, bass, and drums to include accordion, banjo, and violin, creating rich arrangements. Their notable albums have been released on labels such as Kill Rock Stars, Rough Trade, and Capitol Records.
Vinyl releases by The Decemberists offer audiophiles diverse styles ranging from the folk-rock storytelling in 'Castaways and Cutouts' to the more expansive progressive rock composition found in 'The Hazards of Love'.
Discography
The Decemberists — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Y.A.B.B. Records · 2024As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again
Studio
Capitol Records · 2018I'll Be Your Girl
Studio
Capitol Records · 2015What A Terrible World, What A Beautiful World
Studio
Capitol Records · 2012We All Raise Our Voices To The Air (Live Songs 04.11 - 08.11)
Studio
Capitol Records · 2011The King Is Dead
Studio
Capitol Records · 2009The Hazards Of Love
Studio
Capitol Records · 2006The Crane Wife
Studio
Kill Rock Stars · 2005Picaresque
Studio
Kill Rock Stars · 2003Her Majesty
Studio
Hush Records · 2002Castaways And Cutouts
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up The Decemberists's career.
01
The Crane Wife 3
·
02
July, July!
Castaways And Cutouts · 2002
03
Here I Dreamt I Was an Architect
Castaways And Cutouts · 2002
04
O Valencia!
·
05
We Both Go Down Together
·
06
Summersong
·
07
The Engine Driver
·
08
The Infanta
·
The essentials
The 3 The Decemberists albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2018
2018 release with 11 tracks, showcases a blend of indie rock with diverse instrumentation and limited edition vinyl versions across seven pressings.
11 tracksLimited editionReleased 2018Seven vinyl versions
#3 · 2011
2011 album mixing indie rock with folk influences, widely available on multiple pressings including original and reissues.
10 tracksMultiple pressingsReleased 2011Widely collected
Go further
Artists similar to The Decemberists
Artists who share part of The Decemberists's musical DNA.
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.
As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again
Market position
i
Min price 19 €Max price 26 €
Average price
22,62 €
Only 88 copies for sale on Discogs
86 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
I'll Be Your Girl
Market position
i
Min price 13 €Max price 65 €
Average price
15,66 €
Only 89 copies for sale on Discogs
192 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
What A Terrible World, What A Beautiful World
Market position
i
Min price 15 €Max price 15 €
Average price
14,89 €
Only 68 copies for sale on Discogs
88 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The King Is Dead
Market position
i
Min price 23 €Max price 78 €
Average price
34,45 €
Only 54 copies for sale on Discogs
1 035 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Hazards Of Love
Market position
i
Min price 40 €Max price 70 €
Average price
50,00 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
946 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Castaways And Cutouts
Market position
i
Min price 16 €Max price 35 €
Average price
20,88 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
169 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of The Decemberists
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The Decemberists incorporate accordion and banjo alongside classic rock instruments to craft their unique sound.— Band's known instrumentation
01Release
Castaways And Cutouts original 2002 release
The Decemberists released 'Castaways And Cutouts' in 2002 on Hush Records, defined by itsfolk and indie rock blend, featuring standout tracks like 'Leslie Anne Levine'.
02Pressing
Limited edition pressing of 'I'll Be Your Girl' LP
The 2018 LP 'I'll Be Your Girl' was issued as a limited edition on Capitol Records, with at least seven different vinyl versions and a lowest current price around 13 euros.
03Album
'The Hazards Of Love' progressive folk album
'The Hazards of Love' released in 2009, is notable for its 17-track progressive folk rock style with intricate arrangements and theatrical elements.
04Pressing
2024 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again' limited edition LP
The 2024 album 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again' is available as a limited edition LP across US and European markets with pressing catalog number YABB-004.
Records by The Decemberists
See all
FAQ
FAQ: The Decemberists on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who are the members of The Decemberists?
Colin Meloy (vocals, guitar), Chris Funk (guitar), Jenny Conlee (accordion, piano), Nate Query (bass, guitar), John Moen (drums), Lisa Molinaro (viola, guitar, keyboards, vocals).
When and where was The Decemberists formed?
The band formed in Portland, Oregon, United States in 2000.
What genres best describe The Decemberists' music?
The Decemberists blend indie rock, folk rock, alternative country, and progressive rock in their music style.
How many studio albums do The Decemberists have on vinyl?
The Decemberists have at least eight studio albums available on vinyl formats including LP and limited editions.
What are some notable vinyl pressings of The Decemberists in Europe?
Notable European pressings include the 2024 limited edition of 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again' and the 2011 'The King Is Dead' on Rough Trade label.
Which The Decemberists vinyl album is considered a limited edition collectible?
The 2018 album 'I'll Be Your Girl' was released as a limited edition LP with multiple pressing versions, especially collectible among fans.
Where to find affordable The Decemberists vinyl records for collectors?
Collectors can find listings on platforms tracking real-time prices with vinyls available from around 13 to 20 euros depending on pressing and edition.
How does the band incorporate unique instruments in their recordings?
The Decemberists use additional instruments like accordion, banjo, and violin alongside guitar, bass, and drums to expand their sound.
Transparency
Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026