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Key albums like 1987, Slip of the Tongue, and Forevermore span decades with multiple pressings tracked for collectors.
Emerging from the United Kingdom's rock scene, Whitesnake carved a niche with a blues-infused hard rock style that matured into heavier metal over time. The band has a rich catalog with 16 vinyl releases available, including studio albums, live recordings, remixes, and special editions. Numerous pressings span different countries and years, reflecting their evolving sound and sustained popularity.
Vinyl editions such as the 30th Anniversary Edition of 1987 and the remixed Forevermore double LP highlight shifts in production values, while live albums and box sets provide both rarity and depth to their discography. These records are respected for their solid rock craftsmanship and collectible variations.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Rhino Records · 2024
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Rhino Records · 2018
Rhino Records · 2018
Frontiers Music SRL · 2015
Frontiers Music SRL · 2014
Frontiers Records · 2013
Frontiers Records · 2013
Frontiers Records · 2011
Frontiers Records · 2011
Steamhammer · 2008
Steamhammer · 2006
EMI · 1997
EMI · 1997
EMI · 1989
EMI · 1987
Liberty · 1984
Liberty · 1982
Liberty · 1981
United Artists Records · 1980
United Artists Records · 1980
Polydor · 1980
United Artists Records · 1979
Sunburst · 1978
EMI International · 1978Playlist
The tracks that sum up Whitesnake's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
This reissue of the classic 1987 album features hard rock anthems like "Here I Go Again" and "Is This Love" in a carefully produced vinyl edition with considerable demand.
Released originally in 1989, this album includes guitar work by Steve Vai and contains ten tracks blending hard rock stylings, now available on vinyl with multiple pressing versions.
A recent remix and remaster of the 2011 album Forevermore offers a double LP presentation with updated sound quality and global availability, appealing to collectors and new listeners.
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Artists who share part of Whitesnake'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.
“Whitesnake's blend of blues roots and heavy metal helped define 80s rock’s sound.”— Rock historian
David Coverdale, formerly of Deep Purple, founded Whitesnake in 1978 in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom. Early lineups included Deep Purple's Jon Lord and Ian Paice, blending blues rock with hard rock.
The 1987 album spawned hits like "Here I Go Again" and "Is This Love," featuring guitarist John Sykes and marked a shift towards heavy metal. This album played a key role in their US commercial success.
Whitesnake headlined the 1989 Monsters of Rock festival with the release of Slip of the Tongue, showcasing guitar virtuosity by Steve Vai, even if the album had moderate commercial impact.
After a period of inactivity following 1990's compilation, Whitesnake returned in 1997 with Restless Heart, aiming to reconnect with their hard rock audience.
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FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Whitesnake started with blues rock and evolved towards hard rock and heavy metal over their career.
The band was formed in 1978 in Middlesbrough, England, by David Coverdale.
Notable vinyl albums include 1987, Slip of the Tongue, and Forevermore, available in multiple pressings and editions.
Yes, editions like the 30th Anniversary of 1987 and remixed double vinyls of Forevermore offer special collectible versions.
Popular tracks include "Here I Go Again," "Is This Love," "Still of the Night," and "Fool For Your Loving."
Yes, live albums such as "Live... In The Still Of The Night" and others capture their concert energy on vinyl.
Whitesnake performed sold-out shows in Toulouse during their 2006 European tour.
Pressings of the 1987 album exist from countries including Yugoslavia and other European markets with varied labels and catalog numbers.
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