Artist page · 04/07/2026

Yard Act

LeedsFormed in 2019Alternatif5 vinyl albums
Yard Act, formed in Leeds in 2019, deliver a blend of alternative rock, post-punk, and Brit Pop. Known for incisive lyrics and energetic performances, they have quickly built a reputation with two studio albums thus far.
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Two key LPs—The Overload and Where’s My Utopia?—offer limited edition vinyl with prices ranging from €29 to €69.

Yard Act emerged from Leeds with a sound rooted in post-punk and alternative rock styles, mixing in elements of Brit Pop and indie influences. Their debut studio album, The Overload (2022), was issued on vinyl via labels like ZEN F.C. and Island Records, featuring limited edition numbered pressings in both the UK and the US. The follow-up, Where’s My Utopia? (2024), continues their exploration of sharp social narratives set to a dynamic rock backdrop, available on multiple vinyl editions and formats. Their releases garner steady collector interest, reflected by engaged vinyl markets across Europe and beyond.

The band's lineup includes James Smith on vocals, Ryan Needham on bass, Sam Shipstone on guitar, and Jay Russell on drums.

Discography

Yard Act discography

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

Where's My Utopia?ZEN F.C. · 2024
2024
Where's My Utopia?
CD, Album
Studio
The OverloadZEN F.C. · 2022
2022
The Overload
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Yard Act's career.

01
100% Endurance
100% Endurance
The Overload · 2022
02
The Overload
The Overload
The Overload · 2022
03
Dream Job
Dream Job
Where's My Utopia? · 2024
04
We Make Hits
We Make Hits
Where's My Utopia? · 2024
05
Dead Horse
Dead Horse
The Overload · 2022
06
Dark Days
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07
Payday
Payday
The Overload · 2022
08
Fixer Upper
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The essentials

The 3 Yard Act albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2022
Limited Edition LP
The Overload

Debut album with 11 post-punk tracks, including 'The Overload' and 'Dead Horse'. Released as numbered limited edition vinyl in UK and US editions.

11 tracksLimited editionNumbered pressingReleased on ZEN F.C. and Island Records
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#2 · 2024
Limited Edition LP
Where’s My Utopia?

Sophomore album continuing the band's alternative sound across 11 tracks. Available widely on vinyl with limited and numbered editions in the UK.

11 tracksLimited editionNumbered pressingReleased on ZEN F.C. and Island Records
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#3 · 2022
Vinyl
Dark Days

A significant release showcasing Yard Act's blend of indie rock and alternative sounds, issued on the label ZEN F.C.

Vinyl formatZEN F.C. labelAlternative genre
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"Post-punk energy meets incisive social commentary in every track."
— Vinyl Enthusiast
01Chart Success

The Overload hits No. 2 on UK Albums Chart

Debut album The Overload was released on 21 January 2022 and reached the No. 2 spot on the UK Albums Chart, marking a significant commercial breakthrough for Yard Act.

2022UK
02Limited Pressing

US Limited Edition Numbered Vinyl of The Overload

The Overload was issued as a limited edition, numbered LP in the US by ZEN F.C. in 2022, commanding prices up to €69 among collectors.

2022US
03Vinyl Editions

Where's My Utopia? Limited Edition LP in UK

Where’s My Utopia? was released on multiple vinyl editions in the UK in 2024, including numbered limited pressings by ZEN F.C. and Island Records, with prices ranging around €28.94 to €45.23.

2024UK
04Band Origin

Yard Act forms in Leeds in 2019

The band formed in September 2019 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, establishing a lineup of James Smith, Ryan Needham, Sam Shipstone, and Jay Russell.

2019Leeds

Records by Yard Act

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You're Gonna Need A Little Music - Front Cover

You're Gonna Need A Little Music

Yard Act
International Rock Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $34.52 2 offers
Where’s My Utopia? - Front Cover

Where’s My Utopia?

Yard Act
International Variety Variety
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $15.00 3 offers
Dark Days - Front Cover

Dark Days

Yard Act
Indie rock Alternative
ZEN F C
From $20.47 2 offers
DARK DAYS/K7 COULEUR ARGENT - Front Cover

DARK DAYS/K7 COULEUR ARGENT

Yard Act
Indie rock Alternative
ZEN F.C.
From $18.99 1 offer
The Overload - Front Cover

The Overload

Yard Act
Punk / Hardcore Alternative
VIRGIN
From $6.51 2 offers
Dark days - Front Cover

Dark days

Yard Act
Indie rock Alternative
ZEN F C
From $54.99 1 offer

CDs by Yard Act

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You're Gonna Need A Little Music - Front Cover

You're Gonna Need A Little Music

Yard Act
International Rock Rock
CD UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $13.99 1 offer

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FAQ

FAQ

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

What are the standout vinyl releases by Yard Act?

The Overload (2022) and Where’s My Utopia? (2024) are key vinyl albums available in limited and numbered editions, featuring 11 tracks each.

Where was Yard Act formed?

The band was formed in Leeds, West Yorkshire in 2019, grounding their music in the local post-punk scene.

What genres does Yard Act's music cover?

Yard Act's sound spans alternative rock, post-punk, Brit Pop, and indie influences, marked by spoken word and art punk styles.

Are Yard Act's vinyl records available in France?

Yes, releases like Dark Days are found on French labels such as ZEN F.C., making their vinyl accessible in France.

What format are Yard Act's key albums pressed on?

The band's important albums are primarily available on vinyl LPs, including limited edition and numbered variants.

What is the price range for Yard Act vinyl on the collector market?

Prices range from approximately €29 for Where’s My Utopia? to over €69 for limited US pressings of The Overload.

Which Yard Act tracks have the highest playcounts?

Tracks like ‘The Overload’, ‘100% Endurance’, and ‘Dream Job’ each boast hundreds of thousands of plays among fans.

Are there different coloured vinyl editions by Yard Act?

Certain releases, such as Dark Days, have special editions including cassette formats and likely limited coloured vinyl pressings.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026