Artist page · 03/07/2026
About
14 vinyl releases across punk and alternative styles — key albums see steady demand with notable original pressings.
The Descendents emerged from the Southern California punk scene, crafting a style defined by fast-paced riffs, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics. Their early work on New Alliance Records and later releases on SST and Epitaph labels chart a distinctive evolution through hardcore and punk. The band's lineup, featuring Milo Aukerman on vocals and Bill Stevenson on drums, is closely associated with the classic sound that influenced numerous punk acts worldwide.
Vinyl enthusiasts find a range of sought-after Descendents pressings, from vintage 1980s albums like "Milo Goes to College" and "All," to contemporary releases such as 2021's "9th & Walnut." The band’s LPs often command attention for both historical significance and their vibrant, tightly crafted punk sound.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Epitaph · 2021
Epitaph · 2016
Fat Wreck Chords · 2004
Epitaph · 2001
Epitaph · 1996
SST Records · 1989
SST Records · 1987
SST Records · 1987
New Alliance Records · 1986
New Alliance Records · 1985
New Alliance Records · 1982Playlist
The tracks that sum up Descendents's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A modern release featuring 18 tracks of the band’s early unreleased material, capturing vibrant punk energy. Available in limited edition repressings from Epitaph.
"All" marks a peak in Descendents’ melodic punk, released on SST Records. Its intricate compositions and concise songs remain defining for the band's legacy.
Released on Fat Wreck Chords, this LP blends punk and pop punk elements with polished production. It remains a staple in the band’s later catalog.
Go further
Artists who share part of Descendents'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.
"Milo Aukerman's vocals brought melodic clarity to hardcore punk's intensity."— Band sound analysis
Recorded and released in 2021, "9th & Walnut" consists of 18 early unreleased tracks performed by the band. The vinyl pressing at 45 RPM offers a fresh take on foundational punk energy.
"All" was released in 1987 by SST Records, a pivotal label in punk history. The album exhibits the band's complex songwriting and melodic depth during the late 1980s era.
"Hallraker Live!" captured live performances was released in 1989 on SST Records, providing an authentic glimpse into the band's onstage energy of the era.
Notable vinyl pressings include limited editions and test pressings such as the 2016 "Hypercaffium Spazzinate" LP, prized for its sound quality and collectible status among fans.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Descendents formed in 1978 in Hermosa Beach, California, United States.
Their music is best described as punk rock with strong influences of melodic hardcore, pop punk, and skate punk.
Key vinyl albums include "9th & Walnut" (2021), "All" (1987), and "Cool To Be You" (2004), each representing different phases of the band's evolution.
"9th & Walnut" is available as a limited edition 45 RPM LP, including original pressings and repress editions in the US and Europe.
Some original pressings, particularly from the 1980s like "All" on SST Records, command premium prices. Recent releases have multiple editions with varying availability.
They are known for blending hardcore punk intensity with melodic vocals and song structures, helping define melodic punk.
French vinyl shops and online retailers occasionally stock key Descendents albums, especially reissues and repressings from labels like SST and Epitaph.
Live albums like "Hallraker Live!" (1989) and "Liveage!" (1987), both released on SST Records, showcase the band's live performance energy on vinyl.
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