Artist page · 05/07/2026

Cypress Hill

South GateFormed in 1988Funk/Soul/RnB/Disco10 vinyl albums
Cypress Hill, formed in South Gate, California in 1988, blends hip hop with Latino influences. Known for hits since the early 90s, they have 13 vinyl albums, including studio, live, and special editions, spanning gangsta rap and psychedelic hip hop.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
1293Discogs releases
2.3MLast.fm listeners

About

Cypress Hill, From South Gate to the West Coast rap forefront since 1988.

13 vinyl albums spanning from 1991 debut to live 2025 limited editions; key pressings tracked live.

Cypress Hill emerged from South Gate, California in 1988, pioneering hip hop with a distinctive Latino infusion. Their sound encompasses gangsta rap, boom bap, and psychedelic rap elements, crossing into funk and soul territories. The original core members are B-Real, Sen Dog, and DJ Muggs, later joined by percussionist Eric Bobo in 1994.

The group’s vinyl discography features critically noted albums such as their self-titled 1991 release, the chart-topping "Black Sunday" (1993), and subsequent influential works through to live and remixed editions. Key vinyl pressings include original US and European releases, often limited editions or audiophile pressings. Their catalog showcases collaborations with rock acts and a consistent cannabis-legalization advocacy.

Discography

Cypress Hill — Discography

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

Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert HallMercury · 2025
2025
Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert Hall
File, AAC, Album
Live
Back In BlackBMG · 2022
2022
Back In Black
File, AAC, Album
Studio
Elephants On AcidBMG · 2018
2018
Elephants On Acid
CD, Album
Studio
Rise UpPriority Records · 2010
2010
Rise Up
CD, Album
Studio
Till Death Do Us PartColumbia · 2004
2004
Till Death Do Us Part
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Stoned RaidersColumbia · 2001
2001
Stoned Raiders
CD, Album
Studio
Live At The FillmoreColumbia · 2000
2000
Live At The Fillmore
CD, Album
Live
Skull & BonesColumbia · 2000
2000
Skull & Bones
CD, Album
Studio
Los Grandes Éxitos En EspañolRuffhouse Records · 1999
1999
Los Grandes Éxitos En Español
CD, Album
Studio
IVRuffhouse Records · 1998
1998
IV
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
III - Temples Of BoomColumbia · 1995
1995
III - Temples Of Boom
CD, Album
Studio
Black SundayRuffhouse Records · 1993
1993
Black Sunday
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Cypress HillRuffhouse Records · 1991
1991
Cypress Hill
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Cypress Hill's career.

01
Insane in the Brain
Insane in the Brain
Black Sunday · 1993
02
Hits from the Bong
Hits from the Bong
Black Sunday · 1993
03
How I Could Just Kill a Man
How I Could Just Kill a Man
Cypress Hill · 1991
04
I Wanna Get High
I Wanna Get High
Black Sunday · 1993
05
I Ain't Goin' Out Like That
I Ain't Goin' Out Like That
Black Sunday · 1993
06
When The Shit Goes Down
·
07
Tequila Sunrise
Tequila Sunrise
IV · 1998
08
Hand on the Pump
Hand on the Pump
Cypress Hill · 1991

The essentials

The 3 Cypress Hill albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1991
LP, Album
Cypress Hill

Debut album that introduced Cypress Hill’s fusion of West Coast hip hop and Latin rap, featuring tracks like “How I Could Just Kill a Man” and “Latin Lingo.”

16 tracksOriginal Ruffhouse Records pressingGatefold coverHigh collector demand
#2 · 1993
LP, Album
Black Sunday

Breakthrough album that reached No.1 on Billboard, including the hit "Insane In The Brain"; multiple vinyl versions with high resale value.

14 tracksRuffhouse RecordsMultiple pressingsChart-topping
#3 · 2018
LP, Album
Elephants On Acid

Recent studio album mixing hardcore hip-hop with psychedelic elements, available in 45 RPM and standard pressings with notable vinyl pricing variance.

21 tracksBMG label45 RPM audiophile editionStrong collector interest

Go further

Artists similar to Cypress Hill

Artists who share part of Cypress Hill's musical DNA.

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.

Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert Hall
Master release · LP · 2025
Market position i
30,81 €
Min price 21 €Max price 36 €
Average price 30,81 €
Only 87 copies for sale on Discogs
4 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Back In Black
Master release · LP · 2022
Market position i
13,34 €
Min price 13 €Max price 14 €
Average price 13,34 €
Only 203 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Elephants On Acid
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
28,99 €
Min price 19 €Max price 56 €
Average price 28,99 €
Only 37 copies for sale on Discogs
190 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
IV
Master release · LP · 1998
Market position i
15,66 €
Min price 9 €Max price 20 €
Average price 15,66 €
Only 61 copies for sale on Discogs
1 125 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Black Sunday
Master release · LP · 1993
Market position i
41,76 €
Min price 21 €Max price 90 €
Average price 41,76 €
Only 67 copies for sale on Discogs
3 689 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Cypress Hill
Master release · LP · 1991
Market position i
23,83 €
Min price 12 €Max price 110 €
Average price 23,83 €
Only 64 copies for sale on Discogs
2 300 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert HallLP, Album
Universal Music Group Europe · 2025 00602475457824, 754578 2 🔥 Standard edition
4 want · 6 have · ratio 0,7
30,81 €
Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert HallLP, Limited Edition
Universal Music Group USA & Europe · 2025 0060247591157 Original pressing
4 want · 6 have · ratio 0,7
20,58 €
Back In BlackLP, Album
BMG Europe · 2022 538769581 🔥 Standard edition
12 want · 17 have · ratio 0,7
12,75 €
Back In BlackLP, Album
Ruffnation Records US · 2022 RN1006 Original pressing
12 want · 17 have · ratio 0,7
13,92 €
Elephants On AcidLP, 45 RPM, Album
BMG Europe · 2018 538415541 🔥 Standard edition
190 want · 828 have · ratio 0,2
19,30 €
IVLP, Album
Ruffhouse Records Europe · 1998 491604 1, COL 491604-1 🔥 Standard edition
1 125 want · 1 375 have · ratio 0,8
20,00 €
IVLP, Album
Ruffhouse Records US · 1998 C2 69037 Original pressing
1 125 want · 1 375 have · ratio 0,8
15,66 €
Elephants On AcidLP, Album
BMG Europe 538415541 Original pressing
190 want · 828 have · ratio 0,2
34,79 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Cypress Hill

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

As Latinos, we thought it was a good idea to incorporate the flavor of Latin jazz into our music.
— Eric Bobo
01Live album

Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert Hall

Scheduled for release in 2025, this limited edition LP documents a live performance featuring 21 tracks including ‘I Wanna Get High’ and ‘Insane In The Brain’, available in US and European pressings.

2025Royal Albert Hall
02Studio album

Breakout success of Black Sunday (1993)

The 1993 studio album Black Sunday reached number one on Billboard and includes the enduring track 'Insane in the Brain', which remains one of Cypress Hill’s top-played songs on vinyl.

1993USA
03Band origin

Cypress Hill formed in South Gate, California in 1988

Originating from South Gate, the founding members originally performed as DVX before taking the name Cypress Hill from a neighborhood street following 1988. Their hip hop style incorporates Latino influences.

1988South Gate, California
04Label and distribution

Signed to Ruffhouse Records and Columbia in the early 90s

Cypress Hill signed with Ruffhouse Records in 1991, which was distributed by Columbia Records, enabling their blend of West Coast rap and Latin influence to reach wider audiences through multiple vinyl LP releases.

1991USA

FAQ

FAQ: Cypress Hill on physical formats

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

When was Cypress Hill formed and where?

Cypress Hill formed in 1988 in South Gate, California, USA, blending hip hop with Latino influences from the start.

What are the key genres Cypress Hill is associated with?

The group is known for West Coast hip hop, gangsta rap, boom bap, and psychedelic rap with Latin and funk elements.

Which Cypress Hill albums are essential for vinyl collectors?

The 1991 debut "Cypress Hill", 1993’s "Black Sunday", and 2018’s "Elephants On Acid" are key vinyl releases with various pressings and lasting appeal.

What vinyl formats have Cypress Hill albums been released on?

Titles have appeared primarily as LP albums with some editions on 45 RPM audiophile pressings and limited edition live LPs.

What is notable about the 'Black Sunday Live At The Royal Albert Hall' vinyl?

Its 2025 limited edition LP captures a comprehensive live setlist from the Royal Albert Hall, released in both US and European pressings.

How popular is Cypress Hill today?

They have over 2.3 million listeners and millions of plays in recent tracking, maintaining a strong presence in hip hop.

Where in France can you find Cypress Hill vinyl records?

Cypress Hill vinyl can be found in major French record stores and through online vinyl retailers with European pressings often available.

What should French collectors know about Cypress Hill vinyl pressings?

European vinyl editions, including audiophile and limited pressings, offer diverse collecting opportunities distinct from US originals.

Transparency

Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026