#1 · 2009
Key break with Matador Records featuring alternative rock and blues influences on vinyl that collectors seek.
9 tracksMatador labelOriginal US pressingReissued worldwide in 2014
Artist page · 03/07/2026
Kurt Vile
Kurt Vile is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who began releasing music in the late 2000s. Emerging from Lansdowne near Philadelphia, he is known for indie, lo-fi, and psychedelic rock styles.
12Albums on Vinyles.com
220Discogs releases
828kLast.fm listeners
About
Kurt Vile, Philadelphia-born indie rock craftsman from 2008 to present.
Over a dozen vinyl albums including special editions; prices vary from €11 to €69.
Beginning his career with home recordings, Kurt Vile’s first album "Constant Hitmaker" was issued in 2008. With a discography that includes studio albums such as "God Is Saying This To You...", "Childish Prodigy" and "Bottle It In", Vile has developed a distinctive sound characterized by laid-back vocals and intricate guitar work. His catalog features numerous vinyl releases on labels like Matador and Mexican Summer, often marked by limited edition colored pressings and anniversary remasters.
His work typically blends folk rock, indie, and psychedelic influences, appealing to collectors and audiophiles alike. Prices for original pressings tend to be higher, reflecting their scarcity, while recent reissues offer more accessible options.
Discography
Kurt Vile — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Verve Records · 2026Philadelphia's Been Good To Me
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Verve Records · 2022(Watch My Moves)
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Matador · 2018Bottle It In
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Matador · 2017Lotta Sea Lice
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Matador · 2015B'lieve I'm Goin Down...
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Three Lobed Recordings · 2015Parallelogram
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Matador · 2013Wakin On A Pretty Daze
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Matador · 2011Smoke Ring For My Halo
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Matador · 2009Childish Prodigy
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Mexican Summer · 2009God Is Saying This To You...
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Gulcher Records · 2008Constant Hitmaker
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Kurt Vile's career.
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Pretty Pimpin
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02
Wakin On A Pretty Day
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03
Jesus Fever
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04
Baby's Arms
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05
Blackberry Song
Childish Prodigy · 2009
06
KV Crimes
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07
Never Run Away
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08
Loading Zones
Bottle It In · 2018
The essentials
The 3 Kurt Vile albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2018
A widely praised album blending indie rock and folk, available in several vinyl pressings including limited editions.
13 tracksMatador labelLimited edition pressingsStereo format
#3 · 2026
Latest album on Verve Records with 12 tracks, multiple pressings worldwide, and a price range reflecting its recent release.
12 tracksVerve RecordsWorldwide releaseMultiple vinyl versions
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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.
Philadelphia's Been Good To Me
Market position
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Min price 31 €Max price 70 €
Average price
40,88 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bottle It In
Market position
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Min price 22 €Max price 35 €
Average price
25,23 €
Only 56 copies for sale on Discogs
317 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
God Is Saying This To You...
Market position
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Min price 13 €Max price 51 €
Average price
27,83 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
316 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Childish Prodigy
Market position
i
Min price 11 €Max price 20 €
Average price
13,04 €
Only 64 copies for sale on Discogs
471 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Constant Hitmaker
Market position
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Min price 12 €Max price 12 €
Average price
12,25 €
Only 5 copies for sale on Discogs
120 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
(Watch My Moves)
Market position
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Min price 7 €Max price 130 €
Average price
18,27 €
Only 297 copies for sale on Discogs
171 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Kurt Vile
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Freeway from Constant Hitmaker was singled out in 2009 by music media as one of the year's best tracks.— 2009 Industry Acknowledgment
01Release
Childish Prodigy initial vinyl pressing
Released in 2009 by Matador Records with catalog number OLE-887-1, this US original vinyl pressing is a collector highlight with over 20 copies currently for sale.
02Label
God Is Saying This To You limited numbered LP
The 2009 Mexican Summer vinyl pressing MEX 012 is a numbered limited edition that features 12 tracks blending folk and indie rock styles.
03Pressing
Bottle It In US limited edition vinyl
The 2018 limited edition vinyl pressing OLE-1146-8 on Matador features 13 tracks and commands prices from €25 to €34 based on availability and condition.
04Vinyl Market
Philadelphia's Been Good To Me worldwide vinyls
First pressing worldwide on Verve Records released in 2026 with catalog number 00199957743259 is currently priced from €38 to €69 on secondary markets.
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FAQ
FAQ: Kurt Vile on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Kurt Vile and where is he from?
Kurt Vile is an American indie rock musician originally from Lansdowne, a suburb of Philadelphia, known for his lo-fi and psychedelic influenced sound.
What style of music does Kurt Vile create?
His music blends indie rock, folk rock, psychedelic rock, and lo-fi elements, often featuring intricate guitar work and relaxed vocals.
Which Kurt Vile albums are available on vinyl?
Key albums on vinyl include 'Childish Prodigy', 'Bottle It In', and 'Philadelphia's Been Good To Me', among others, with multiple editions and pressings.
What are some valuable Kurt Vile vinyl pressings to collect?
Original pressings of 'Childish Prodigy' (2009), limited numbered editions of 'God Is Saying This To You...', and first pressings of the latest 'Philadelphia's Been Good To Me' are notable.
How does vinyl pricing for Kurt Vile albums vary?
Prices vary widely with original pressings often priced higher, from around €11 to over €60, depending on rarity and condition.
Are there special editions or colored vinyl releases?
Yes, several albums have limited edition pressings, including the 'Bottle It In' limited edition and anniversary colored vinyl versions.
Where can French collectors find Kurt Vile vinyl records?
French buyers can find Kurt Vile vinyl through international distributors and specialist record stores that import US and European pressings.
Which record labels has Kurt Vile released vinyl with?
Kurt Vile has worked with Matador, Mexican Summer, Verve Records, and Woodsist for his vinyl releases.
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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: 03/07/2026