Artist page · 05/07/2026
About
The Jazz Butcher, fronted by Pat Fish, emerged in Oxford in 1982, and diverged from straightforward indie pop to incorporate elements of jazz rock, fusion, and cool jazz. Their sound and style evolved through the 1980s into the 1990s, releasing multiple albums on notable independent labels such as Creation Records and Glass Records. The band’s catalog includes studio albums, EPs, and vinyl pressings that reveal a broad musical palette ranging across rock and jazz spheres.
Vinyl collectors value original pressings—especially European releases from the late 80s and early 90s—reflecting the band's cult following. Noteworthy albums include "Condition Blue," "Cult of the Basement," and "Big Planet Scarey Planet," each displaying a distinct moment in their evolving style.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Tapete Records · 2022
Not On Label (The Jazz Butcher Self-released) · 2012
Creation Records · 1995
Creation Records · 1993
Creation Records · 1991
Creation Records · 1990
Creation Records · 1989
Creation Records · 1988
Glass Records · 1986
Rebel Rec. · 1985
Glass Records · 1985
Glass Records · 1984
Glass Records · 1983Playlist
The tracks that sum up The Jazz Butcher's career.
The essentials
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A key release capturing the band's fusion of indie rock and alternative styles, available in several vinyl pressings including a notable German original from Intercord.
Indie rock album with thirteen tracks, released on Creation and Rough Trade, with original vinyl copies available from Germany and US labels.
This album blends rock and indie rock over twelve tracks, with original UK and Spanish vinyl editions commanding varied market prices.
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The Jazz Butcher was the alias of British singer/songwriter Pat Fish.— Artist Biography
The German original LP of "Condition Blue" on Intercord from 1991 is a valued pressing among collectors, with catalog number Int 148.912 and a stable market price averaging above €16.
"Cult Of The Basement" saw original vinyl releases in 1990 on Rough Trade in Germany (RTD 179) and the US (RUS 83-1), showing the band’s international reach during their active years.
The band originated in Oxford in 1982, led by Pat Fish, and became known for blending indie pop with jazz influences, producing a unique mix distinct in the UK scene.
The 1989 Creation Records pressing of "Big Planet Scarey Planet" from the UK remains one of the more accessible and affordable original pressings, with the catalog number CRELP 049.
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FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
The band covers indie pop, jazz rock, fusion, and cool contemporary jazz.
The group was active between 1982 and 1995.
The band was formed in Oxford, United Kingdom.
Yes, original pressings are available from labels such as Creation Records, Glass Records, Rough Trade, and Intercord, primarily from the late 1980s and early 1990s.
"Condition Blue" (1991) is a notable album widely available on vinyl and showcases the band's style across 8 tracks.
Prices vary, generally from under €5 for common albums up to over €40 for rare original pressings.
Yes, the UK pressing of "Big Planet Scarey Planet" was released by Creation Records in 1989, catalog number CRELP 049.
Yes, several recent vinyl releases are available on Fire Records, including titles like "A Scandal In Bohemia" and "Condition Blue" reissues.
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