A live album that captures Marr's energetic stage presence and features a setlist blending his solo work with The Smiths classics.
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Johnny Marr
About
Johnny Marr, A Manchester-born guitar architect of alternative rock since the 1980s.
10 vinyl releases blending alternative, indie, and pop rock — with original 2015 Adrenalin Baby pressings sought after.
Johnny Marr's career spans roles as a guitarist, composer, keyboardist, harmonicist, and singer, merging rock, alternative, and pop influences. His signature sound shaped 1980s music through his partnership with vocalist Morrissey in The Smiths. Post-Smiths, Marr pursued solo projects and collaborations across rock and indie scenes. His vinyl discography comprises varied releases from 2003's Boomslang to 2024's Fever Dreams Pts 1-4, showcasing evolving styles and live recordings.
John Martin Maher adopted the Marr surname to avoid confusion with another musician and has remained a significant figure in British music, combining classic and modern rock elements.
Discography
Johnny Marr — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
BMG · 2022
Warner Bros. Records · 2018
Warner Bros. Records · 2015
Columbia · 2014
Warner Bros. Records · 2014
Warner Bros. Records · 2013
iMusic · 2003Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Johnny Marr's career.








The essentials
The 3 Johnny Marr albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Marr’s 2018 studio album combining alternative and indie rock with 12 tracks highlighting his guitar and songwriting skills.
A 20-track album divided into four parts, delivering extended alternative and pop rock compositions with a limited edition vinyl release and several pressings.
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Johnny Marr
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Johnny Marr’s guitar work remains a defining sound in alternative and indie rock scenes worldwide.— Music Enthusiasts
Manchester Roots and Early Identity
John Martin Maher was born in 1963 in Ardwick, a district of Manchester, England. He adopted the stage name Johnny Marr to distinguish himself from John Maher, the drummer of the Buzzcocks.
Boomslang Studio Album
Boomslang, Marr’s 2003 album, is known for its alternative rock style and was released as an LP, album, and deluxe edition remastered reissue on vinyl.
Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 Limited Test Pressing
In 2022, Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 was issued in the UK as a limited edition numbered test pressing on white label by BMG with a catalogue number NVLP005T, commanding prices up to €220.
Adrenalin Baby Live Album
The 2015 Adrenalin Baby vinyl captures a live set including 17 tracks featuring former Smiths songs and solo material, released as a limited edition with numbered copies.
Records by Johnny Marr
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FAQ
FAQ: Johnny Marr on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are the most collectible Johnny Marr vinyl records?
Limited editions like the 2015 Adrenalin Baby numbered pressing and the 2022 Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 test pressing on white label are highly sought after by collectors.
Which Johnny Marr album features the track 'Easy Money'?
'Easy Money' appears on the 2015 album Adrenalin Baby, which showcases live and studio material blending rock and indie influences.
How many tracks are on the Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 vinyl album?
The Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 vinyl spans 20 tracks, divided into four parts, illustrating a broad range of alternative and pop rock compositions.
Where was Johnny Marr born?
Johnny Marr was born on October 31, 1963, in Ardwick, Manchester, England.
What genres does Johnny Marr's music cover?
His music covers alternative rock, indie rock, pop, and rock independent, reflecting a diverse stylistic approach throughout his career.
Are there original UK pressings of Johnny Marr’s albums available?
Yes, original UK pressings such as the Adrenalin Baby limited edition and numbered vinyl from 2015 are available and prized by collectors.
Which album includes the track 'The Messenger'?
'The Messenger' is the title track from Marr's 2013 album, also available in a limited edition vinyl format.
What is special about the Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 UK pressing?
The UK pressing of Fever Dreams Pts 1-4 includes a limited edition numbered test pressing on white label, catno NVLP005T, with high resale value.
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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.




