#1 · 2010
Debut album that established Villagers' folk-indie sound; 11 tracks filled with lo-fi and indie rock influences.
11 tracksVinyl LPReleased 2010Label: Domino
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Villagers
Villagers formed in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland in 2008 led by Conor J. O'Brien. Blending indie rock and folk, the group crafts introspective music with poetic lyrics.
9Albums on Vinyles.com
233Discogs releases
650kLast.fm listeners
About
Villagers, Irish indie folk with poetic storytelling since 2008.
12 vinyl releases including 2010's Becoming A Jackal and 2021's Fever Dreams; original pressings on Domino Records noted.
Villagers emerged from the Irish indie folk scene with Conor J. O'Brien as the principal songwriter and frontman. The band expanded with musicians Tommy McLaughlin, James Byrne, Danny Snow, and Cormac Curran. Their discography consists of 12 main vinyl releases, mostly on the Domino label, showcasing evolving arrangements from moody acoustic settings to layered indie rock textures.
Their debut album Becoming A Jackal appeared in 2010 and remains a key collectible, followed by impactful releases such as Awayland (2013), The Art Of Pretending To Swim (2018), and Fever Dreams (2021), each available in multiple vinyl pressings. Vinyl editions range from standard LPs to limited edition colored versions, with prices tracked in real time for collectors and audiophiles.
Discography
Villagers — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Villagers's career.
01
Nothing Arrived - Live from Spotify London
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02
Everything I Am Is Yours
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03
A Trick of the Light
The Art Of Pretending To Swim · 2018
04
Becoming a Jackal
Becoming A Jackal · 2010
05
Nothing Arrived
{Awayland} · 2013
06
Courage
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07
Dawning On Me
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08
The Wonder Of You
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The essentials
The 3 Villagers albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2013
Third studio album featuring intricate arrangements and reflective songwriting; available in original US and European pressings.
11 tracksVinyl LPReleased 2013Label: Domino
#3 · 2021
Latest studio work with psychedelic and indie rock elements; multiple limited edition editions prized by vinyl collectors.
10 tracksLimited Edition LPReleased 2021Label: Domino
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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.
Fever Dreams
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 70 €
Average price
40,05 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
79 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Art Of Pretending To Swim
Market position
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Min price 12 €Max price 20 €
Average price
14,03 €
Only 83 copies for sale on Discogs
105 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
{Awayland}
Market position
i
Min price 9 €Max price 16 €
Average price
13,00 €
Only 60 copies for sale on Discogs
24 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Becoming A Jackal
Market position
i
Min price 15 €Max price 19 €
Average price
16,24 €
Only 92 copies for sale on Discogs
39 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Villagers
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Jon Pareles compared Villagers to The Frames, U2, and Leonard Cohen for their lyrical depth and sound.— The New York Times
01Origins
Villagers formed in Dún Laoghaire with only two rehearsals before first show
The band played their first concert opening for The Chapters in Dublin in November 2008, despite having rehearsed together just twice.
02Label
Exclusive signing by Domino Records
Villagers are the only Irish band signed exclusively to Domino Records, underpinning their connection to the UK indie scene.
03Fever Dreams Pressing
Original UK pressing of Fever Dreams LP with catalog number WIGLP463XM
Released in 2021 on Domino, this limited edition LP pressing is highly valued and currently listed at prices up to €70 with few copies for sale.
04Discography
Diverse albums expanding from folk to layered indie rock
From the 2010 debut Becoming A Jackal through to Fever Dreams in 2021, Villagers' sound matured to include psychedelic and indie rock elements with poetic lyricism.
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FAQ
FAQ: Villagers on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genre of music do Villagers play?
Villagers blend indie folk, indie rock, and singer-songwriter styles, rooted in Irish folk traditions with modern indie influences.
When did Villagers release their first album on vinyl?
Their debut album Becoming A Jackal was released on vinyl in 2010, marking the start of their vinyl catalog on Domino Records.
Which Villagers vinyl is known for limited edition pressings?
Fever Dreams (2021) features limited edition vinyl pressings with psychedelic rock influences, sought after by collectors.
Where was Villagers' first live show performed?
Villagers played their first live show as an opening act for The Chapters in Dublin, Ireland, in November 2008.
Are original pressings of Villagers vinyl records valuable?
Original pressings, especially of albums like Fever Dreams and Becoming A Jackal, tend to have higher resale values on the vinyl market.
How many vinyl releases does Villagers have in total?
Villagers have 12 known vinyl releases including studio albums and EPs, primarily issued through Domino Records.
Where can I find Villagers vinyl records in France?
Villagers vinyl can be found in French record shops and online marketplaces, with varied pressings from Europe and original imports available.
What are Villagers' most popular songs on?
Popular tracks include "Nothing Arrived - Live from Spotify London", "Everything I Am Is Yours", and "A Trick of the Light".
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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: 06/07/2026