Artist page · 04/07/2026

The Pineapple Thief

SomersetFormed in 1999Alternatif14 vinyl albums
The Pineapple Thief, formed in Somerset, England in 1999 by Bruce Soord, blends progressive rock and alternative rock across a catalog of 15 vinyl releases.
14Albums on Vinyles.com
215Discogs releases
183kLast.fm listeners

About

The Pineapple Thief, English progressive rock from Somerset since 1999.

15 vinyl releases in rock and prog rock; latest LP 'It Leads To This' has multiple stereo editions.

The Pineapple Thief began as Bruce Soord's solo project in 1999, with the debut album "Abducting The Unicorn" released on Cyclops Records. Early works including "137" and "Variations on a Dream" helped establish their fan base and critical recognition in the progressive and alternative rock scenes. Over time, the band evolved into a full lineup and signed with Kscope, releasing numerous albums with vinyl editions available for collectors.

The band's sound incorporates progressive rock with elements of alternative and metal, and their discography features 15 vinyl releases including studio albums and limited editions. Recent works such as "It Leads To This" (2024) are offered in multiple vinyl versions, reflecting sustained interest among audiophiles and collectors.

Discography

The Pineapple Thief — Discography

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

It Leads To ThisKscope · 2024
2024
It Leads To This
CD, Album, Stereo, Blu-ray, Blu-ray Audio, Multichannel, DVD, DVD-Audio, NTSC, A
Studio
Give It BackKScope · 2022
2022
Give It Back
CD, Album
Studio
The Soord Sessions Volumes 1-4Kscope · 2021
2021
The Soord Sessions Volumes 1-4
CD, Album, Reissue, All Media, Deluxe Edition
Studio
Nothing But The TruthKscope · 2021
2021
Nothing But The Truth
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Versions Of The TruthKscope · 2020
2020
Versions Of The Truth
CD, Album
Studio
Hold Our FireKscope · 2019
2019
Hold Our Fire
CD, Album
Studio
DissolutionKscope · 2018
2018
Dissolution
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Where We StoodKscope · 2017
2017
Where We Stood
CD, Album, Stereo, DVD, DVD-Video, Multichannel, NTSC, All Media
Studio
Your WildernessKscope · 2016
2016
Your Wilderness
CD, Album
Studio
Live 2014Not On Label (The Pineapple Thief Self-released) · 2015
2015
Live 2014
File, MP3, Album
Studio
MagnoliaKscope · 2014
2014
Magnolia
CD, Album
Studio
Live At The 013Not On Label (The Pineapple Thief Self-released) · 2013
2013
Live At The 013
File, WAV, Album
Live
All The WarsKscope · 2012
2012
All The Wars
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Someone Here Is MissingKscope · 2010
2010
Someone Here Is Missing
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Studio
Someone Here Is LiveNot On Label (The Pineapple Thief Self-released) · 2010
2010
Someone Here Is Live
File, MP3, Album
Studio
Tightly UnwoundKscope · 2008
2008
Tightly Unwound
CD, Album
Studio
What We Have SownCyclops · 2007
2007
What We Have Sown
CD, Album
Studio
Little ManCyclops · 2006
2006
Little Man
CD, Album
Studio
10 Stories DownCyclops · 2005
2005
10 Stories Down
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Live 2003Not On Label (The Pineapple Thief Self-released) · 2003
2003
Live 2003
CDr, Album, DVDr, PAL, All Media, Limited Edition, Stereo
Studio
137Cyclops · 2002
2002
137
CD, Album
Studio
Abducting The UnicornCyclops · 1999
1999
Abducting The Unicorn
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up The Pineapple Thief's career.

01
In Exile
In Exile
Nothing But The Truth · 2021
02
Simple As That
·
03
No Man's Land
·
04
The Final Thing on My Mind
The Final Thing on My Mind
Nothing But The Truth · 2021
05
Alone At Sea
·
06
Fend for Yourself
·
07
Tear You Up
·
08
Nothing at Best
·

The essentials

The 3 The Pineapple Thief albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2024
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
It Leads To This

Latest studio album with 49 tracks across multiple formats including Blu-ray and DVD; six vinyl versions reflect its significance.

49 tracks totalLimited edition vinylStereo soundBlu-ray and DVD included
#2 · 2022
LP, Album
Give It Back

Prog-rock album with 12 tracks on vinyl, offering a blend of emotional depth and complex arrangements.

12 tracksProg Rock styleReleased on KscopeUK vinyl pressing
#3 · 2018
LP, Album, Stereo
Dissolution

Progressive rock album featuring 9 tracks; available in four vinyl editions including stereo pressings from UK and Germany.

9 tracksStereo4 vinyl editionsKscope label

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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.

It Leads To This
Master release · LP · 2024
Market position i
29,58 €
Min price 29 €Max price 40 €
Average price 29,58 €
Only 16 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Give It Back
Master release · LP · 2022
Market position i
12,99 €
Min price 13 €Max price 13 €
Average price 12,99 €
Only 44 copies for sale on Discogs
25 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Nothing But The Truth
Master release · LP · 2021
Market position i
17,40 €
Min price 17 €Max price 17 €
Average price 17,40 €
Only 24 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Versions Of The Truth
Master release · LP · 2020
Market position i
24,70 €
Min price 12 €Max price 33 €
Average price 24,70 €
Only 53 copies for sale on Discogs
37 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Hold Our Fire
Master release · LP · 2019
Market position i
15,66 €
Min price 16 €Max price 16 €
Average price 15,66 €
Only 35 copies for sale on Discogs
38 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dissolution
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
25,50 €
Min price 17 €Max price 28 €
Average price 25,50 €
Only 43 copies for sale on Discogs
48 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
It Leads To ThisLP, Album, Limited Edition
Kscope Germany, Austria, & Switzerland · 2024 KSCOPE1221 🔥 Standard edition
29 want · 231 have · ratio 0,1
39,94 €
It Leads To ThisLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Kscope UK & Germany · 2024 KSCOPE1218, kscope1220 Original pressing
29 want · 231 have · ratio 0,1
29,58 €
Give It BackLP, Album
Kscope UK · 2022 KSCOPE1172, kscope1172 Original pressing
25 want · 246 have · ratio 0,1
12,99 €
Nothing But The TruthLP, Album, Stereo
Kscope Germany · 2021 KSCOPE1136 Original pressing
19 want · 368 have · ratio 0,1
17,40 €
Versions Of The TruthLP, Album, Limited Edition
Kscope Europe · 2020 KSCOPE1062 🔥 Standard edition
37 want · 737 have · ratio 0,1
27,50 €
Versions Of The TruthLP, Album, Limited Edition
Kscope Europe · 2020 KSCOPE 1084 Original pressing
37 want · 737 have · ratio 0,1
21,90 €
Hold Our FireLP, Album
Kscope Germany · 2019 KSCOPE1047 Original pressing
38 want · 419 have · ratio 0,1
15,66 €
DissolutionLP, Album, Stereo
Kscope UK · 2018 KSCOPE988 Original pressing
48 want · 824 have · ratio 0,1
17,40 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of The Pineapple Thief

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

"Bruce Soord started The Pineapple Thief as a 'depot' for his music, which quickly gained a dedicated fan base."
— Band history summary
01Studio

Formation by Bruce Soord in Somerset, 1999

Bruce Soord founded The Pineapple Thief in Somerset, England in 1999 initially as a solo project before growing into a full band.

1999Somerset
02Label

Signing with Kscope in 2007

The Pineapple Thief signed with Kscope, a Snapper Music subsidiary, in late 2007, marking a new phase with wider distribution and promotion.

2007UK
03Pressing

Multiple limited edition pressings of 'It Leads To This' in 2024

'It Leads To This' was pressed on LP in limited stereo editions for UK, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland with catalogue numbers KSCOPE1218 and KSCOPE1221.

2024UK & Germany
04Lineup

Band completes lineup with Jon Sykes, Wayne Higgins, Matt O'Leary

After initial releases, Bruce Soord formed a band including Jon Sykes on bass, Wayne Higgins on guitar, and Matt O'Leary on keyboards, enhancing live and studio performances.

Early 2000sUK
"The Pineapple Thief balances progressive rock and alternative sounds with occasional metal influences."
— Genre note based on catalog

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FAQ

FAQ: The Pineapple Thief on physical formats

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

When was The Pineapple Thief formed?

The band was formed in 1999 by Bruce Soord in Somerset, England.

What genres does The Pineapple Thief's music cover?

Their music combines progressive rock, alternative rock, and metal influences.

How many vinyl albums does The Pineapple Thief have available on vinyles.com?

There are 15 vinyl albums by The Pineapple Thief available on vinyles.com.

Which record label handles The Pineapple Thief's vinyl releases?

Vinyl releases are primarily issued on the Kscope label.

Are The Pineapple Thief vinyl editions generally limited or standard pressings?

Many vinyl editions, especially recent ones like 'It Leads To This', have limited edition pressings.

Where in France can I find The Pineapple Thief vinyl records?

French record stores specializing in progressive and alternative rock often carry their vinyl, especially in major cities like Paris and Lyon.

What are some key tracks to listen to from The Pineapple Thief's catalog?

Tracks such as 'In Exile', 'Simple As That', and 'The Final Thing on My Mind' stand out in their progressive rock discography.

How can the pressing variations affect the sound quality?

Limited edition and stereo pressings from specific labels and countries can vary in mastering and sound fidelity, important for audiophiles.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026