#1 · 1973
A pivotal 1973 studio album blending rock and country, featuring standout covers and original songs over 10 tracks.
10 tracksStereoMercury labelFrench original pressing available
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Jerry Lee Lewis
Jerry Lee Lewis, born in 1935 in Ferriday, Louisiana, blended Boogie Woogie, Southern Rythm'n'Blues, Gospel, and Country to forge a fierce rock 'n' roll piano style. Active from the 1950s, his music spans rockabilly, rock, country, and gospel.
14Albums on Vinyles.com
4441Discogs releases
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About
Jerry Lee Lewis, Pioneer of fierce rock 'n' roll piano from Louisiana's Delta roots.
Over 15 vinyl releases spanning 1950s rockabilly to 2010s roots rock — key pressings fetch €3 to €32.
Jerry Lee Lewis's career began with Sun Records in Memphis in 1956, alongside contemporaries like Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley. Hits such as "Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On" and "Great Balls of Fire" emerged in 1957, topping pop, R&B, and country charts. His wild piano style and energetic stage presence defined early rock and roll piano.
Despite career setbacks after a controversial marriage in 1958, Lewis maintained a prolific recording output through the decades, crossing genres and embracing his country roots. His vinyl catalog on Vinyles.com offers a range of studio, live, and compilation albums, with pressing variations primarily from France, the US, and Germany.
Discography
Jerry Lee Lewis — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Jim Records · 2022Jimmy Lee & Jerry Lee: The Boys From Ferriday
Studio
Saguaro Road Records · 2014The Knox Phillips Sessions - The Unreleased Recordings
Studio
Vanguard · 2014Rock & Roll Time
Studio
Bear Family Records · 2013Southern Roots The Original Sessions
Studio
M.P. Music & Entertainment · 2013Four Legends
Studio
Third Man Records · 2011Live At Third Man Records
Live
Sundazed Music · 2010Mean Old Man
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Artists First · 2007Last Man Standing Live
Studio
Artists First · 2006Last Man Standing (The Duets)
Studio
Newsound 2000 · 2000Live And Dangerous
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Q Records · 1999Live At Gilley's
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The Silver Eagle Cross Country · 1997Live!
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Quality Music · 1995Let It Rock! The Rock'N'Roll Album Of The Decade
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Sire · 1995Young Blood
Studio
Stomper Time Records · 1992That Breathless Cat
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MTI · 1990In Concert
Live
Tomato · 1989Rocket '88
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Tomato · 1989Heartbreak
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Tomato · 1989Rockin' My Life Away
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Bellaphon · 1988Rocket
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SCR Records · 1985Six Of One Half Dozen Of The Other
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MCA Records · 1984I Am What I Am
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Columbia · 1982The Survivors
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Elektra · 1980When Two Worlds Collide
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Elektra · 1980Killer Country
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Sun · 1979Trio +
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Elektra · 1979Jerry Lee Lewis
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Sun · 1978Duets
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Mercury · 1977Country Memories
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Mercury · 1976Country Class
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Mercury · 1975Boogie Woogie Country Man
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Mercury · 1975Odd Man In
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Charly Records · 1974Jerry Lee Lewis And His Pumping Piano
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Sun · 1974Collectors Edition
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Mercury · 1974I-40 Country
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Mercury · 1973Southern Roots
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Mercury · 1973Sometimes A Memory Ain't Enough
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Mercury · 1973The Session Recorded In London With Great Guest Artists
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IMPH · The Jerry Lee Lewis Show
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Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Jerry Lee Lewis's career.
01
Great Balls of Fire
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02
Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On
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03
High School Confidential
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04
Breathless
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05
Whole Lot Of Shakin' Going on
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06
Great Balls Of Fire - 1964 Version
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07
Wild One
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08
Lewis Boogie
Four Legends · 2013
The essentials
The 3 Jerry Lee Lewis albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2022
A 2022 limited edition album highlighting gospel influences, a later-career collaboration showcasing Lewis's depth.
9 tracksLimited editionNumberedJim Records label
#3 · 2014
2014 studio release combining rock and blues elements with traditional roots, featuring 11 tracks.
11 tracksVanguard labelUS pressingStereo
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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.
Southern Roots
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Min price 2 €Max price 3 €
Average price
3,00 €
Only 52 copies for sale on Discogs
62 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Jimmy Lee & Jerry Lee: The Boys From Ferriday
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Min price 32 €Max price 32 €
Average price
32,18 €
Only 10 copies for sale on Discogs
27 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Rock & Roll Time
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Min price 17 €Max price 17 €
Average price
16,54 €
Only 6 copies for sale on Discogs
84 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Knox Phillips Sessions - The Unreleased Recordings
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Min price 7 €Max price 7 €
Average price
6,96 €
Only 26 copies for sale on Discogs
43 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Four Legends
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Min price 16 €Max price 32 €
Average price
20,88 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
11 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Southern Roots The Original Sessions
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Min price 17 €Max price 20 €
Average price
18,49 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
35 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Jerry Lee Lewis
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
If I could play piano like Jerry Lee Lewis, I’d quit singing.— Elvis Presley
01Life Event
Early musical influence in Louisiana Delta
Jerry Lee Lewis developed his distinctive piano style by synthesizing Boogie Woogie from radio and Southern Rhythm'n'Blues from the Haney's Big House, a Juke Joint owned by his uncle in Ferriday, Louisiana.
02Milestone
1957 breakthrough hits
In 1957, Lewis released his major hits "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" and "Great Balls of Fire," charting across pop, R&B, and country with energetic performances and distinctive piano style.
03Controversy
Career impact of 1958 marriage
In 1958, Lewis's career was disrupted by his marriage to 13-year-old Myra Gale Brown, daughter of his uncle and causing public and industry backlash that led to bans and loss of live audiences.
04Live Performance
1969 Rock'n'Roll Revival Festival
On September 13, 1969, Lewis performed at the Toronto Rock'n'Roll Revival Festival alongside Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and John Lennon, marking a major return to live prominence.
The Rock'n'Roll scene wouldn't be the same without the Killer's piano.— Music Critic
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FAQ
FAQ: Jerry Lee Lewis on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres did Jerry Lee Lewis play?
Jerry Lee Lewis's music spans rock'n'roll, rockabilly, country, gospel, honky tonk, and blues.
When did Jerry Lee Lewis start recording vinyl albums?
He began recording at Sun Records in Memphis in 1956, releasing influential rock'n'roll vinyl singles and albums shortly after.
Which Jerry Lee Lewis vinyl LPs are considered essential?
Key albums include 1973's "Southern Roots," 2014's "Rock & Roll Time," and the 2022 acclaimed limited edition "Jimmy Lee & Jerry Lee: The Boys From Ferriday."
What is the price range for Jerry Lee Lewis vinyl records on the market?
Vinyl prices range widely, with original pressings around €3 and recent limited editions fetching over €30.
Are there notable Jerry Lee Lewis vinyl pressings in France?
Yes, notable France pressings include the 1973 Mercury LP "Southern Roots - Back Home To Memphis," available around €3 on the secondary market.
What vinyl formats are common in Jerry Lee Lewis's discography?
Jerry Lee Lewis's vinyl formats include LP albums, limited editions, and live recordings, mainly in 33 ⅓ RPM and stereo sound.
How does Jerry Lee Lewis's piano style influence his vinyl recordings?
His aggressive, energetic piano playing shaped the sound and performance style of his rock'n'roll and rockabilly records.
Are Jerry Lee Lewis vinyl albums available in Germany?
Yes, Germany hosts remastered special editions such as "Southern Roots The Original Sessions" on vinyl LP format.
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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