#1 · 2016
This album showcases their signature desert psychedelic rock with 5 tracks blending melodic bass and expansive guitar work.
5 tracksStereo mixMultiple pressings since 2016
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Yawning Man
Yawning Man is a desert rock and psychedelic instrumental group originating from Palm Springs, California, founded in 1986. They are pioneers of the stoner/desert rock scene with a mix of melodic bass, saturated reverbs, and spacious jams.
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108Discogs releases
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About
Yawning Man, Desert psychedelia from Palm Springs since 1986.
12 vinyl albums including live and limited editions; original pressings hover around €20–30.
Yawning Man formed in 1986 in Palm Springs, California, as one of the earliest desert rock bands. Their sound blends psychedelic, stoner, and space rock elements with instrumental compositions often resembling long, improvisational jams. The band’s lineup includes key members such as Gary Arce on guitar, Alfredo Hernandez on drums, and Mario Lalli on bass. Their recordings capture the desert's ambiance with thick guitar saturation, melodic bass lines, and precise drumming.
Their discography on vinyl features studio albums like "Historical Graffiti" (2016), "Macedonian Lines" (2019), "Long Walk Of The Navajo" (2023), and "Pavement Ends" (2025), as well as live recordings such as "Live At Giant Rock" (2020).
Discography
Yawning Man — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Heavy Psych Sounds · 2025Pavement Ends
Studio
Heavy Psych Sounds · 2023Long Walk Of The Navajo
Studio
Heavy Psych Sounds · 2020Live At Giant Rock
Live
Heavy Psych Sounds · 2019Macedonian Lines
Studio
Heavy Psych Sounds · 2018The Revolt Against Tired Noises
Studio
Lay Bare Recordings · 2016Historical Graffiti
Studio
Go Down Records · 2015Live At Maximum Festival
Live
Cobraside Distribution Inc. · 2010Nomadic Pursuits
Studio
Alone Records · 2005Rock Formations
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Yawning Man's career.
01
Perpetual Oyster
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02
Rock Formations
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03
Black Kite
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04
Stoney Lonesome
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05
Sonny Bono Memorial Freeway
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06
Catamaran
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07
Split Tooth Thunder
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08
Buffalo Chips
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The essentials
The 3 Yawning Man albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2023
A later full-length with just 3 long tracks emphasizing deep instrumental psychedelia and desert vibes.
3 tracksLimited EditionReleased 2023
#3 · 2025
Forthcoming studio album with 6 tracks featuring robust stoner rock elements; multiple vinyl pressings available in Europe and Italy.
6 tracksVarious limited editionsRelease Year: 2025
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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.
Pavement Ends
Market position
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Min price 19 €Max price 32 €
Average price
24,00 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Long Walk Of The Navajo
Market position
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Min price 18 €Max price 23 €
Average price
20,80 €
Only 27 copies for sale on Discogs
25 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Live At Giant Rock
Market position
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Min price 18 €Max price 41 €
Average price
30,90 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
44 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Macedonian Lines
Market position
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Min price 12 €Max price 35 €
Average price
19,13 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
48 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Historical Graffiti
Market position
i
Min price 16 €Max price 50 €
Average price
22,00 €
Only 9 copies for sale on Discogs
61 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Nomadic Pursuits
Market position
i
Min price 14 €Max price 36 €
Average price
29,00 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
58 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Yawning Man
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The band’s compositions often resemble lengthy desert jams powered by unique guitar saturation and melodic bass.— Yawning Man description
01Origin
Formed at the heart of the Californian desert
Yawning Man formed in 1986 in Palm Springs, California, and became forerunners of the desert rock movement alongside other experimental and stoner acts.
02Live Album
Live At Giant Rock captured in 2020
"Live At Giant Rock" (2020) is a live LP capturing the band's expansive instrumental jams, featuring tracks like "Tumbleweeds In The Snow" lasting nearly 15 minutes.
03Vinyl Pressings
Limited Edition pressings across Europe
Albums like "Macedonian Lines" (2019) and "Long Walk Of The Navajo" (2023) have multiple limited edition LP pressings primarily issued through Heavy Psych Sounds in Italy and Europe.
04Musical Style
Distinctive psychedelic desert rock sound
Yawning Man’s style merges heavy saturation, melodic basslines, and carefully measured drum rhythms to evoke the expansive feel of the California desert in long instrumental tracks.
Their live recordings capture the raw energy of desert rock jamming sessions.— Live At Giant Rock notes
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FAQ
FAQ: Yawning Man on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Where is Yawning Man originally from?
Yawning Man originated from Palm Springs, California, in the United States, forming in 1986.
What genre does Yawning Man represent?
Yawning Man is a desert rock and psychedelic rock band known for long, instrumental jams with stoner and space rock influences.
Which Yawning Man albums are available on vinyl with limited editions?
Albums like "Long Walk Of The Navajo" (2023) and "Macedonian Lines" (2019) have limited edition LP releases, mostly distributed in Italy and Europe.
How many tracks are on the album 'Pavement Ends'?
"Pavement Ends" features 6 tracks with a robust stoner rock sound, available on LP vinyl formats.
Are Yawning Man's live albums released on vinyl?
Yes, "Live At Giant Rock" (2020) is available as a vinyl LP capturing the band's live desert rock performances.
What record labels release Yawning Man vinyl albums in Europe?
Heavy Psych Sounds is the primary label distributing Yawning Man vinyl albums and limited editions in Europe, especially Italy.
What makes Yawning Man's sound distinct among desert rock bands?
The band is distinguished by its use of heavy guitar saturation, melodic bass lines, and instrumental jams that reflect the desert's vastness and atmosphere.
Where can French listeners find Yawning Man vinyl records?
Yawning Man vinyl records are widely available through European distributors and specialized shops, often as limited editions from Heavy Psych Sounds.
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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: 04/07/2026