#1 · 2025
A symphonic prog centerpiece with 11 tracks, reissued with remastering in 2025, valued for musical depth and vinyl rarity.
11 tracksReissueRemasteredCat No: EERLP004
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Big Big Train
Big Big Train formed in Bournemouth, UK, in 1990. They specialize in progressive rock with a touch of symphonic influences. Their first vinyl album, Goodbye To The Age Of Steam, arrived in 1994 and set the foundation for a catalog of studio and live releases.
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About
Big Big Train, Four decades of British progressive rock from Bournemouth.
7 vinyl records spanning 1994 to 2026; limited editions and rare pressings tracked in real time.
Big Big Train is a British progressive rock group known for blending symphonic and art rock elements. Established in 1990 by Gregory Spawton, the band initially operated as a studio project before evolving into a full-fledged lineup including Nick D'Virgilio and Rikard Sjöblom. The band's vinyl offerings include both limited editions and remastered reissues on labels such as English Electric Recordings and Inside Out Music.
Their recent releases like 'Ingenious Devices' (2023), 'The Likes Of Us' (2024), and 'Woodcut' (2026) showcase the band's elaborate compositions, featuring lengthy tracks often exceeding ten minutes each, appealing to audiophiles and collectors who track pricing and pressing details in real time.
Discography
Big Big Train — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Inside Out Music · 2026Woodcut
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2025Are We Nearly There Yet? (Live Around The World)
Studio
Inside Out Music · 2024The Likes Of Us
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2023Ingenious Devices
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2022Welcome To The Planet
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2021Common Ground
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2019Grand Tour
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2018Merchants Of Light
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2017The Second Brightest Star
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2017Grimspound
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2016Stone & Steel
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2016Folklore
Studio
Not On Label (Big Big Train Self-released) · 2016From Stone And Steel
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2013English Electric Part Two
Studio
Plane Groovy · 2012English Electric Part One
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2009The Underfall Yard
Studio
English Electric Recordings · 2007The Difference Machine
Studio
Treefrog · 2004Gathering Speed
Studio
Treefrog · 2002Bard
Studio
Giant Electric Pea · 1997English Boy Wonders
Studio
Giant Electric Pea · 1994Goodbye To The Age Of Steam
Studio
Least Peculiar Music · 1993The Infant Hercules
Studio
Least Peculiar Music · 1991From The River To The Sea
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Big Big Train's career.
01
The First Rebreather
Are We Nearly There Yet? (Live Around The World) · 2025
02
Folklore
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03
The Second Brightest Star
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04
Uncle Jack
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05
Evening Star
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06
Judas Unrepentant
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07
Victorian Brickwork
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08
The Underfall Yard
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The essentials
The 3 Big Big Train albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2023
Released in 2023, this album highlights extended prog compositions, including 5 tracks with lengthy instrumental pieces, tracked for collector interest.
5 tracksLimited EditionTest Pressing availableCat No: PLG118
#3 · 2024
A 2024 release featuring 8 tracks, balancing narrative and progressive rock elements, with both European and US pressings monitored for price variations.
8 tracksStereoMultiple pressingsLabel: Inside Out Music
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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.
Woodcut
Market position
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Min price 29 €Max price 150 €
Average price
149,99 €
Only 27 copies for sale on Discogs
14 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Likes Of Us
Market position
i
Min price 18 €Max price 78 €
Average price
43,50 €
Only 38 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ingenious Devices
Market position
i
Min price 25 €Max price 35 €
Average price
29,82 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
18 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bard
Market position
i
Min price 25 €Max price 30 €
Average price
27,39 €
Only 18 copies for sale on Discogs
100 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Are We Nearly There Yet? (Live Around The World)
Market position
i
Min price 61 €Max price 61 €
Average price
60,59 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
9 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Welcome To The Planet
Market position
i
Min price 17 €Max price 218 €
Average price
26,62 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
40 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Big Big Train
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The band evolved from a studio project in Bournemouth to a full lineup including notable prog musicians.— Gregory Spawton
01Studio
First album co-produced by Martin Orford
The debut album Goodbye To The Age Of Steam, released in 1994, included production input from Martin Orford of IQ, connecting Big Big Train to the British prog scene's core influences.
02Pressing
Limited editions of Ingenious Devices, 2023
The 2023 album Ingenious Devices was released as a limited edition LP and as numbered test pressings on English Electric Recordings, with collector demand reflected in over 290 copies owned globally.
03Vinyl Rarity
European pressing of Woodcut, 2026
The 2026 LP Woodcut by Inside Out Music is a limited edition stereo pressing from Europe cataloged under IOM764, with a median resale price hovering around €150 reflecting its rarity and collector appeal.
04Live Album
Are We Nearly There Yet? (Live Around The World), 2025
This live album captures a 2025 tour with 16 tracks featuring highlights like 'Light Left In The Day' and 'Beneath The Masts,' issued in limited edition vinyl reflecting Big Big Train's touring reach.
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FAQ
FAQ: Big Big Train on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Where was Big Big Train formed?
Big Big Train was formed in Bournemouth, United Kingdom, in 1990.
What genre of music does Big Big Train play?
They play progressive rock infused with symphonic and art rock elements.
What is the earliest vinyl album by Big Big Train?
The earliest vinyl album is Goodbye To The Age Of Steam, originally released in 1994.
Are there special vinyl editions of Big Big Train albums?
Yes, several albums including Ingenious Devices and Woodcut have limited edition and test pressing vinyl releases.
How can I spot a valuable Big Big Train vinyl pressing?
Look for limited edition labels, remastered reissues, numbered test pressing, and European or UK country editions with catalog numbers.
Which Big Big Train albums are available on vinyl in France?
Albums like Bard (2025 reissue) are available on vinyl in France through partners like Disco Bertus.
What formats do Big Big Train vinyl releases come in?
Vinyl formats include 12-inch LPs, limited editions, reissues, remasters, and colored vinyl such as light blue editions.
How many tracks are typically on a Big Big Train vinyl album?
Albums vary widely, from 5 tracks with extended durations to 16-track live albums or 8-11 track studio albums.
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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