Artist page · 05/07/2026
About
17 vinyl records spanning dub, reggae, and roots reggae; original 1982 US pressings command high prices.
Horace Andy, originally Horace Keith Hinds, emerged from Kingston’s reggae scene with a career dating back to the late 1960s. Early work with producer Coxsone Dodd gave rise to classics like 'Skylarking' (1972) and 'You Are My Angel' (1973). He evolved through the 70s and 80s working with Bunny Lee, Prince Jammy, and others. His work spans roots reggae, dancehall, and dub, with a distinct vocal style that influenced crossover acts. His vinyl catalog includes original pressings from Wackie's (US, 1982) and On-U Sound labels (2022), reflecting ongoing relevance.
Collectors track dozens of variants, with original US pressings of 'Dance Hall Style' fetching notable prices around 130 to 200 euros, while key albums like 'Midnight Rocker' and 'Midnight Scorchers' have multiple editions…
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Echo Beach · 2026
On-U Sound · 2022
On-U Sound · 2022
Pioneer International · 2019
Echo Beach · 2013
Strut · 2009
Mideya · 2007
Real Authentic Sound · 2004
BMG France · 2002
Melankolic · 1999
Ariwa · 1997
Blakamix · 1995
Ariwa · 1995
Shanachie · 1993
Tachyon Records · 1987
Island In The Sun · 1987
Live And Love · 1987
Striker Lee · 1985
Rough Trade · 1985
Thunder Bolt · 1985
Island In The Sun · 1985
Music Hawk · 1985
Wackie's · 1983
Solid Groove Records · 1982
Wackie's · 1982
Yard International · 1980
Tad's Record · 1980
Clocktower Records · 1979
Stars · 1978
Hungry Town · 1977
Hungry Town · 1977
Sunshot · 1975
RCA International · 1974
Trojan Records · 1973
Studio One · 1972Playlist
The tracks that sum up Horace Andy's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A pivotal album marking Horace Andy's shift to dancehall style, originally issued by Wackie's with multiple vinyl versions.
A modern roots reggae album with 10 tracks, released on On-U Sound; available in Europe, Japan, and UK editions.
Early 80s LP on Solid Groove Records featuring reggae staples with extensive reissues, prized for original UK issues.
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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.
The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Horace Andy's distinctive voice bridges roots reggae and dub with enduring impact across decades."— Reggae Discography Observers
In 1972, Horace Andy recorded the album 'Skylarking' at Studio One in Kingston, produced by Coxsone Dodd, establishing his warm vocal style over roots reggae rhythms.
The 2022 album 'Midnight Scorchers' was released on On-U Sound with original LP pressings from Europe and a limited edition in the UK, priced between 20 and 28 euros.
The original US pressing of 'Dance Hall Style' from 1982 on Wackie's label has a high collector demand, with only 1 copy for sale and prices above 130 euros.
Mid-1970s work with producer Bunny Lee brought Horace Andy hits like 'Just Say Who' and 'Money Money' and revived tracks like 'Skylarking' with King Tubby remixes.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
He began recording in 1967 at West Indies Recording Studio at age 16, with his first single 'This is a Black Man’s Country'.
His vinyl catalog spans dub, reggae/ragga, and roots reggae, showcasing a range from early roots classics to dancehall styles.
Yes, the original 1982 US pressing from Wackie's label is rare and commands prices from around 130 to 200 euros.
The 1982 'Exclusively' LP on Solid Groove Records is a key UK pressing sought by collectors.
There are at least seven vinyl versions including limited editions across Japan, Europe, and the UK released in 2022.
Horace Andy was born in Kingston, Jamaica on February 19, 1951.
His vinyl is found internationally but original US and UK pressings are often sought after in European markets including France.
Most classic albums were released as LPs, with some limited editions and colored vinyl appearing recently.
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