Artist page · 07/07/2026
About
20 vinyl releases including studio and live sets; key pressings tracked since their 1990 debut.
Thunder emerged from the ashes of Terraplane when guitarist Luke Morley and vocalist Danny Bowes teamed with drummer Gary 'Harry' James, bassist Mark 'Snake' Luckhurst, and guitarist/keyboardist Ben Matthews. Their debut album, Backstreet Symphony (1990), was produced by Andy Taylor of Duran Duran, launching their path in hard rock with blues inflections. Over the years, Thunder's catalog has grown to include numerous studio albums, live recordings, and limited edition vinyl pressings available across European and UK labels such as BMG and Ear Music.
The band's vinyl offerings cover classic releases like Bang! (2008) and more recent records like Dopamine (2022) and All the Right Noises (2021).
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Ear Music · 2024
Ear Music · 2024
BMG · 2022
BMG · 2021
BMG · 2019
Ear Music · 2018
Ear Music · 2017
Ear Music · 2017
Ear Music · 2016
Ear Music · 2015
Dodgy Discs · 2013
EMI · 2010
Dodgy Discs · 2009
STC Recordings · 2009
STC Recordings · 2009
Dodgy Discs · 2009
Dodgy Discs · 2008
Dodgy Discs · 2008
STC Recordings · 2008
Dodgy Discs · 2006
STC Recordings · 2006
Dodgy Discs · 2006
STC Recordings · 2005
STC Recordings · 2005
Dodgy Discs · 2004
STC Recordings · 2003
Victor · 2000
Papillon Records · 2000
Eagle Records · 1999
Eagle Records · 1998
B LUCKY · 1997
EMI United Kingdom · 1995
EMI · 1992
EMI · 1990Playlist
The tracks that sum up Thunder's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
The debut album that established Thunder's sound, produced by Andy Taylor; includes rock staples like the title track.
A recent studio album showcasing the band's evolved blues rock and hard rock style with 16 tracks over two discs.
Captures Thunder's live energy with a 16-track set recorded at Leeds, available on Ear Music with European release.
Go further
Artists who share part of Thunder's musical DNA.
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 band formed as a fresh project after Terraplane split, seeking to define their blues rock identity.— Luke Morley
In 1989, guitarist Luke Morley and vocalist Danny Bowes formed Thunder after their previous band Terraplane split, joined by Gary 'Harry' James, Mark 'Snake' Luckhurst, and Ben Matthews in London.
Thunder's debut album Backstreet Symphony released in 1990 was produced by Andy Taylor of Duran Duran, marking a significant collaboration blending hard rock with polished production.
The 2024 LP pressing of Live At Islington Academy is available in Europe from Ear Music, featuring ten tracks and priced at around 24 euros, reflecting collector interest.
Thunder has released 20 vinyl records including live concert albums like Live At Leeds and studio albums spanning from 1990's debut to recent releases in 2024.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Thunder was formed in London, England, in 1989 following the breakup of the band Terraplane.
Essential vinyls include Backstreet Symphony (1990), Dopamine (2022), and Live At Leeds (2024), showcasing the band's studio and live work.
Thunder blends hard rock with blues rock influences, fitting within classic rock and metal genres.
Yes, recent Thunder LPs like Dopamine (2022) and Live At Islington Academy (2024) have European pressings widely accessible in France.
Backstreet Symphony, the debut album released in 1990, was produced by Andy Taylor, known for his work with Duran Duran.
Studio releases focus on original material recorded in controlled settings, while live albums capture concert performances with audience energy.
The Dopamine LP includes 16 tracks spread across two discs, blending hard and blues rock styles.
Live albums like Live At Leeds and Live At Islington Academy feature UK-based concert recordings available on vinyl.
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