Artist page · 04/07/2026

Tony Joe White

Oak GroveBorn in 1943BLUES11 vinyl albums
Tony Joe White, born in Louisiana in 1943, blended rock, blues, and folk into swamp rock, launching his career with the 1969 album Black And White.
11Albums on Vinyles.com
819Discogs releases
252kLast.fm listeners

About

Tony Joe White, Swamp rock from Louisiana’s soul and blues roots.

Over 13 vinyl titles including original 1969 LPs — Polk Salad Annie fuels collector interest.

Originally from Oak Grove, Louisiana, Tony Joe White carved a unique niche by fusing blues, rock, and country elements into swamp rock. Over his career, he released a dozen-plus albums spanning from the late 1960s into the 2020s, including vinyl editions spanning original US pressings to modern remasters. His songwriting, notably "Polk Salad Annie," gained international recognition and has been covered by artists like Elvis Presley. Known for his deep, gritty voice and evocative storytelling, White’s records are prized by collectors especially in the blues and classic rock markets.

Vinyl audiophiles can explore varied pressing formats from 180g audiophile black vinyl to limited colored editions, linking directly to up-to-date price offerings and availability across global sellers…

Discography

Tony Joe White — Discography

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

Smoke From The ChimneyEasy Eye Sound · 2021
2021
Smoke From The Chimney
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Bad Mouthin'Yep Roc Records · 2018
2018
Bad Mouthin'
Vinyl, LP, 45 RPM, Album
Studio
Rain CrowYep Roc Records · 2016
2016
Rain Crow
Vinyl, LP, 45 RPM, Album
Studio
HoodooYep Roc Records · 2013
2013
Hoodoo
Vinyl, LP, Album, CD, All Media
Studio
That On The Road Look Rhino Handmade · 2010
2010
That On The Road Look "Live"
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
The ShineSwamp Records · 2010
2010
The Shine
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Deep CutsMunich Records BV · 2008
2008
Deep Cuts
CD, Album
Studio
UncoveredSwamp Records · 2006
2006
Uncovered
CD, Album
Studio
Live From Austin, TXNew West Records · 2006
2006
Live From Austin, TX
CD, Album
Studio
The HeroinesSanctuary · 2004
2004
The Heroines
CD, Album
Studio
SnakeyMunich Records BV · 2003
2003
Snakey
CD, Album
Studio
The BeginningAudium Records · 2001
2001
The Beginning
CD, Album
Studio
One Hot JulyMercury · 1998
1998
One Hot July
CD, Album
Studio
Lake Placid BluesRemark Records · 1995
1995
Lake Placid Blues
CD, Album
Studio
The Path Of A Decent GrooveRemark Records · 1993
1993
The Path Of A Decent Groove
CD, Album
Studio
Closer To The TruthRemark Records · 1992
1992
Closer To The Truth
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Midnight Special Live - Polydor · 1992
1992
Midnight Special Live - "Große Freiheit" Hamburg
CD, Album, Limited Edition, Promo, Stereo
Studio
Live!DixieFrog · 1986
1986
Live!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
DangerousColumbia · 1983
1983
Dangerous
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Real ThangCasablanca · 1980
1980
The Real Thang
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Eyes20th Century Records · 1976
1976
Eyes
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Home Made Ice CreamWarner Bros. Records · 1973
1973
Home Made Ice Cream
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Train I'm OnWarner Bros. Records · 1972
1972
The Train I'm On
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Tony Joe WhiteWarner Bros. Records · 1971
1971
Tony Joe White
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Tony JoeMonument · 1970
1970
Tony Joe
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Black And WhiteMonument · 1969
1969
Black And White
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
...ContinuedMonument · 1969
1969
...Continued
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Tony Joe White's career.

01
Polk Salad Annie
Polk Salad Annie
Black And White · 1969
02
Rainy Night In Georgia
Rainy Night In Georgia
...Continued · 1969
03
Homemade Ice Cream
·
04
Willie and Laura Mae Jones
Willie and Laura Mae Jones
Black And White · 1969
05
Who you gonna hoodoo now?
·
06
You're Gonna Look Good In Blues
·
07
Steamy Windows
·
08
Ain't Going Down This Time
·

The essentials

The 3 Tony Joe White albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1969
Vinyl, LP, Album
Black And White

Debut album featuring the original version of "Polk Salad Annie," blending blues, soul, and folk traditions with raw swamp rock energy.

11 tracksStereoMonument labelIconic opening track
#2 · 1971
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Tony Joe White

Self-titled album mixing folk rock and blues rock, featuring 11 tracks including "The Daddy" and "Voodoo Village."

11 tracksStereoWarner Bros. Records1971 US pressing
#3 · 2021
Vinyl, LP, Album
Smoke From The Chimney

Latest studio album with 9 tracks, showcasing Louisiana blues infused with modern roots production by Easy Eye Sound.

9 tracksLP formatEasy Eye Sound labelUS original pressing

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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.

Smoke From The Chimney
Master release · LP · 2021
Market position i
15,62 €
Min price 10 €Max price 18 €
Average price 15,62 €
Only 70 copies for sale on Discogs
57 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Tony Joe White
Master release · LP · 1971
Market position i
12,18 €
Min price 2 €Max price 17 €
Average price 12,18 €
Only 51 copies for sale on Discogs
337 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
...Continued
Master release · LP · 1969
Market position i
45,13 €
Min price 25 €Max price 65 €
Average price 45,13 €
Only 2 copies for sale on Discogs
211 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Black And White
Master release · LP · 1969
Market position i
8,69 €
Min price 7 €Max price 21 €
Average price 8,69 €
Only 30 copies for sale on Discogs
542 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bad Mouthin'
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
11,53 €
Min price 10 €Max price 13 €
Average price 11,53 €
Only 27 copies for sale on Discogs
63 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Rain Crow
Master release · LP · 2016
Market position i
11,56 €
Min price 12 €Max price 12 €
Average price 11,56 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
70 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Smoke From The ChimneyLP, Album
Easy Eye Sound UK · 2021 EES00034 🔥 Standard edition
57 want · 402 have · ratio 0,1
13,86 €
Smoke From The ChimneyLP, Album
Easy Eye Sound US · 2021 EES01601, EES-016 Original pressing
57 want · 402 have · ratio 0,1
17,56 €
Tony Joe WhiteLP, Album
Warner Bros. Records US · 1971 WS 1900 🔥 Standard edition
337 want · 1 808 have · ratio 0,2
17,40 €
Tony Joe WhiteLP, Album, Stereo
Warner Bros. Records US · 1971 WS 1900 Original pressing
337 want · 1 808 have · ratio 0,2
12,18 €
Black And WhiteLP, Album, Mono
Monument Argentina · 1969 MLP - 8114 🔥 Standard edition
542 want · 1 646 have · ratio 0,3
20,88 €
Black And WhiteLP, Album, Stereo
Monument Australia · 1969 SPL-933,504, SLP-18114 Original pressing
542 want · 1 646 have · ratio 0,3
...ContinuedLP, Album
Monument US · 1969 SLP18133 🔥 Standard edition
211 want · 262 have · ratio 0,8
25,01 €
...ContinuedLP, Album
Monument Canada · 1969 SLP 18133 Original pressing
211 want · 262 have · ratio 0,8

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Tony Joe White

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

"Swamp rock is the perfect blend of Louisiana’s musical traditions, from swamp blues to rock and country."
— Tony Joe White
01Original Release

Tony Joe White breaks out with 'Polk Salad Annie'

"Polk Salad Annie," originally released on the 1969 "Black And White" LP, brought international fame and was later famously covered by Elvis Presley.

1969United States
02Songwriting

"Rainy Night In Georgia" became a success for Brook Benton

Tony Joe White wrote "Rainy Night In Georgia," which became a hit for Brook Benton and contributed to White’s songwriting acclaim.

1967United States
03Live Performance

French tours and performances in 2006 and 2008

Tony Joe White performed in France extensively in 2006 and 2008, including concerts at Magny-Cours and iconic Paris venues such as the Olympia and Bataclan.

2006-2008France
04Vinyl Pressings

Original pressing of 1971 self-titled album

The 1971 U.S. Warner Bros. Records pressing of "Tony Joe White" on stereo LP is highly collectible, with catalog number WS 1900 and multiple versions available on vinyl.

1971United States

FAQ

FAQ: Tony Joe White on physical formats

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

Who was Tony Joe White and what genre did he pioneer?

Tony Joe White was an American singer-songwriter known for pioneering swamp rock, a mix of blues, rock, and country with Louisiana roots.

What is Tony Joe White’s most famous song?

"Polk Salad Annie" is his best-known song, featured on his 1969 debut album "Black And White" and covered by Elvis Presley.

Which Tony Joe White albums are available on vinyl today?

Several albums including "Black And White" (1969), "Tony Joe White" (1971), and "Smoke From The Chimney" (2021) have vinyl editions offered online.

Are any of Tony Joe White’s vinyl records rare or collectible?

Original pressings from the late 1960s and early 1970s, especially the 1969 "Black And White" on Monument, are sought after by collectors.

Where and when did Tony Joe White perform in France?

He toured in France extensively in 2006 and 2008, playing in cities like Paris, Abbeville, and Saint-Étienne at venues including the Olympia and Bataclan.

What formats do Tony Joe White vinyl records come in?

His vinyl releases include standard LP albums, 180g audiophile editions, limited colored vinyl, and gatefold sleeves.

How long are the tracks on the 'Smoke From The Chimney' album?

Tracks range between about 3 and 5 and a half minutes, with 9 total tracks combining blues and Louisiana-style songwriting.

What labels released Tony Joe White vinyls in the US?

Labels include Monument Records for early albums and Easy Eye Sound for recent releases like "Smoke From The Chimney."

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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