Debut album featuring tracks like 'The Closest Thing to Crazy' and 'Lilac Wine', mixing contemporary jazz and vocal styles.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Katie Melua
About
Katie Melua, British jazz-pop voice with Georgian roots since 1984.
Eight studio albums crossing jazz, pop, and folk; vinyl originals and special editions tracked live.
Katie Melua's discography spans genres from jazz and blues to pop and folk varieties, reflecting her multicultural background. Since her debut in 2003, she has continuously released albums, including special edition LPs and live recordings. Her catalog on vinyl includes studio albums like 'Call Off The Search' (2003), 'Piece By Piece' (2005), and 'In Winter' (2016), as well as more recent releases such as 'Album No. 8' (2020) and the 2023 album 'Love & Money'.
Her vinyl pressings feature original releases and limited editions, with prices ranging widely from mid single-digit euros to higher brackets for limited or numbered copies. The artist's vinyl community interest remains vibrant with thousands of collectors owning or wishing for her records worldwide.
Discography
Katie Melua — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
BMG · 2023
Modern Recordings · 2022
BMG · 2020
Deutsche Grammophon · 2020
BMG · 2016
Dramatico · 2013
Dramatico · 2012
Dramatico · 2010
Dramatico · 2009
Dramatico · 2007
Dramatico · 2005
Dramatico · 2003Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Katie Melua's career.








The essentials
The 3 Katie Melua albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Second studio album including hits 'Nine Million Bicycles' and 'Just Like Heaven', known for vocal jazz and pop elements.
Seasonal themed album with folk influences, including tracks such as 'River' and 'O Holy Night'.
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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 Katie Melua
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
We are 13.7 billion light-years from the edge of the observable universe; that's a good estimate with well-defined error bars.— Katie Melua, 2005 re-recording of 'Nine Million Bicycles'
Born in Kutaisi, Georgia, 1984
Katie Melua was born on September 16, 1984, in Kutaisi, Georgia, before relocating to Northern Ireland at age nine, then to England.
Debut album 'Call Off the Search' tops UK charts
'Call Off the Search' was released in November 2003 and reached number one in the UK charts, remaining at the top for six weeks and selling over 1.2 million copies in the UK alone.
Concert at 303 meters below sea level
In 2006, Katie Melua set a world record by performing a concert at 303 meters below sea level on a North Sea oil platform.
Became British citizen in 2005
Katie Melua was naturalized as a British citizen in August 2005 after growing up in Northern Ireland and England.
High demand for 'Piece By Piece' LP repressings
'Piece By Piece' repressings appear in various limited editions and numbered versions, with a highest recorded price near 200 euros for collectors.
Records by Katie Melua
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FAQ
FAQ: Katie Melua on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres define Katie Melua's music?
Katie Melua blends jazz, blues, pop, and folk styles, often with vocal jazz and contemporary influences.
When was Katie Melua's debut album released?
'Call Off the Search' was released in November 2003, quickly topping UK charts.
Which albums are must-haves for Katie Melua vinyl collectors?
'Call Off the Search', 'Piece By Piece', and 'In Winter' are key vinyl releases representing her early to mid-career sound.
How rare are Katie Melua's pressings on vinyl?
Several albums have multiple presses, including limited editions and numbered versions, with price ranges from 5 to 200 euros depending on rarity and origin.
Does Katie Melua have any live albums on vinyl?
Yes, 'Live at the Royal Albert Hall' is a notable live release available on vinyl as part of her catalog.
Where can I find Katie Melua vinyl records in France?
French shops and online marketplaces often list Katie Melua’s vinyl, including special edition albums with reasonable availability.
Are Katie Melua's albums available on 180g vinyl?
Some of her later releases, such as 'Album No. 8', include high-quality vinyl pressings, though availability varies by edition and label.
Which Katie Melua song has over 2 million plays?
'Nine Million Bicycles' leads with more than 2.3 million plays, showcasing her most recognized track on streaming platforms.
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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.




