Artist page · 06/07/2026

WaR

Long BeachFormed in 1969Compilations Hits / Tops12 vinyl albums
War, formed in Long Beach, California in 1969, blends funk, rock, jazz, Latin, rhythm and blues, and reggae. Known for hit albums and multiethnic composition, the group issued multiple influential records before major lineup changes in the mid-1970s.
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About

12 vinyl records spanning funk, rock, jazz, and world fusion with original 70s pressings still priced between €0.86 and €39.15.

War is an American band recognized for blending multiple genres, including funk, soul, jazz, Latin music, and rock, into a distinctive fusion sound. Their extensive vinyl catalog features studio albums, live recordings, and compilations spanning from the early 1970s onward. The 1973 album The World Is A Ghetto stands out as their most commercially successful record. Original US pressings on United Artists Records for albums like Deliver The Word (1973) and Why Can't We Be Friends? (1975) remain sought after in vinyl collecting circles.

With 12 titles available on vinyl from the era and beyond, collectors can explore varied formats including stereo LPs and double LPs, as well as colored and translucent editions in recent reissues.

Discography

WaR discography

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

Peace SignAvenue Records · 1994
1994
Peace Sign
CD, Album
Studio
Where There's SmokeCoco Plum · 1985
1985
Where There's Smoke
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Life (Is So Strange)RCA Victor · 1983
1983
Life (Is So Strange)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Music Band JazzMCA Records · 1983
1983
The Music Band Jazz
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
OutlawRCA · 1982
1982
Outlaw
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Music Band LiveMCA Records · 1980
1980
The Music Band Live
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Music Band 2MCA Records · 1979
1979
The Music Band 2
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Music BandMCA Records · 1979
1979
The Music Band
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Youngblood (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)United Artists Records · 1978
1978
Youngblood (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Different Moods Of MeMCA Records · 1978
1978
Different Moods Of Me
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
GalaxyMCA Records · 1977
1977
Galaxy
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Platinum FunkIsland Records · 1977
1977
Platinum Funk
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Why Can't We Be Friends?United Artists Records · 1975
1975
Why Can't We Be Friends?
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The First Annual Benefit Concert For The Congressional Black CaucusChess · 1975
1975
The First Annual Benefit Concert For The Congressional Black Caucus
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Deliver The WordUnited Artists Records · 1973
1973
Deliver The Word
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
War LiveUnited Artists Records · 1973
1973
War Live
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The World Is A GhettoUnited Artists Records · 1972
1972
The World Is A Ghetto
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
WarUnited Artists Records · 1971
1971
War
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
All Day MusicUnited Artists Records · 1971
1971
All Day Music
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up WaR's career.

01
Low Rider
Low Rider
Why Can't We Be Friends? · 1975
02
Why Can't We Be Friends
Why Can't We Be Friends
Why Can't We Be Friends? · 1975
03
The Cisco Kid
The Cisco Kid
The World Is A Ghetto · 1972
04
Slippin' Into Darkness
Slippin' Into Darkness
All Day Music · 1971
05
Spill the Wine
·
06
The World Is A Ghetto
The World Is A Ghetto
The World Is A Ghetto · 1972
07
All Day Music
All Day Music
All Day Music · 1971
08
Don't Let No One Get You Down
Don't Let No One Get You Down
Why Can't We Be Friends? · 1975

The essentials

The 3 WaR albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1975
LP, Album, Stereo
Why Can't We Be Friends?

This 1975 studio album contains the hit title track alongside other funk and soul tracks, issued on United Artists Records. Its original US pressing catno UA-LA441-G is collectible, with prices between €16 and €39.

9 tracksStereo LPOriginal US pressingUnited Artists Records
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#2 · 1973
LP, Album, Stereo
Deliver The Word

A jazz-funk studio album from 1973 with extended tracks like 'Gypsy Man'. Original US pressings on United Artists Records remain affordable, found from €0.87 to €12.71.

7 tracksStereo LPJazz-Funk styleUnited Artists Records
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#3 · 1972
LP, Album, Club Edition, Stereo
The World Is A Ghetto

Their best-selling 1972 album featuring the classic track 'The Cisco Kid'. Original US club edition pressing catno UAS-5652 is actively traded with prices ranging from €3.47 to €25.52.

6 tracksStereo LPClub EditionUnited Artists Records
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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of WaR

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

War’s music was a snapshot of diverse American urban life in the early 70s, blending multiple cultures into one sound.
— Band summary
01Studio

War’s 1975 ‘Why Can't We Be Friends?’ LP release

Released in 1975 by United Artists Records with catalog number UA-LA441-G, the original US pressing of ‘Why Can't We Be Friends?’ offers a stereo format that includes the notable title track alongside eight others emphasizing funk and soul.

1975US
02Pressing

‘Deliver The Word’ original US pressings

‘Deliver The Word’ from 1973 was issued on United Artists Records in stereo LP format with catalog number UA-LA 128-F. Multiple pressings exist, with prices currently varying between €0.87 to €12.71, reflecting their availability and condition.

1973US
03Album

‘The World Is A Ghetto’: 1972 Club Edition pressing

The 1972 album ‘The World Is A Ghetto’ appears in a US club edition version on album catno UAS-5652, noted for its extended funk tracks. This pressing commands median prices around €3.47 and can reach up to €25.52.

1972US
04Live

Live in Japan 1974 Double Vinyl

This double vinyl live album captures War’s 1974 performances in Japan, showcasing their dynamic stage presence often missed in studio recordings.

1974Japan

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FAQ

FAQ

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

When was the band War formed and where?

War was formed in 1969 in Long Beach, California, United States.

What genres does War's music encompass?

War’s music blends funk, soul, jazz, Latin, rhythm and blues, reggae, and rock elements.

Which War album is considered their top seller?

The 1973 album 'The World Is A Ghetto' is their best-selling record.

How many vinyl albums by War are available on Vinyles.com?

There are 12 vinyl albums by War available for purchase on Vinyles.com, spanning various genres and years.

What formats are common for War vinyl releases?

War vinyl records commonly come in stereo LP format, including single and double LP editions.

Are original pressings of War albums still collectible?

Yes, original US pressings from the 1970s on labels like United Artists Records retain a collector’s market with prices from under €1 to above €30.

Where can I find War vinyl records in France?

French pressings of War albums exist, including a 1975 'Why Can't We Be Friends?' release on Barclay label, but are less common than US originals.

Are there live War albums available on vinyl?

Yes, there are live albums like 'Live in Japan 1974' on double vinyl, showing the band’s live energy.

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Last updated: 06/07/2026