#1 · 1962
A seminal 1962 LP on Vee Jay Records, blending Texas and electric blues. Original mono pressings fetch top collector prices.
10 tracksMonoVee Jay label1962 pressing
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Lightnin’ Hopkins
Lightnin’ Hopkins, born in Centerville, Texas in 1912, was a key figure in acoustic and electric Texas blues. Active until 1982, his expansive work influenced country blues and jazz/blues genres.
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About
Lightnin’ Hopkins, Texas blues pioneer from Centerville, active 1912–1982.
18 vinyl titles across blues and jazz/blues; rare originals reach €100+ on Lightnin’ Strikes.
Sam 'Lightnin’' Hopkins built his legacy on deeply expressive guitar and vocals rooted in Texas blues traditions. His catalog spans acoustic solo pieces and electric band recordings from the late 1940s through the early 1980s. The blues and Texas blues styles intertwine throughout his 18 vinyl releases documented here, including coveted original pressings on labels like Prestige Bluesville, Verve Folkways, and Jewel Records.
Collectors track original mono LP issues such as 1962's Lightnin' Strikes, with market prices over €100, and early 60s albums like Walkin' This Road By Myself and Mojo Hand holding particular interest for audiophiles focused on authentic blues sound and historic pressings.
Discography
Lightnin’ Hopkins — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Liberation Hall · 2024Live From The Ash Grove…Plus!
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Cicadelic Records · 2015Shootin' Fire - April 11, 1969
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M.I.L. Multimedia · 1997The World Is In A Tangle
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Just A Memory · 1995The Rising Sun Collection
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Original Blues Classics · 1993Swarthmore Concert
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Gitanes Jazz Productions · 1993It's A Sin To Be Rich
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Blues Journey · 1991Guitar Lightnin'
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Collectables · 1990The Lost Texas Tapes, Volume 1
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Collectables · 1990The Lost Texas Tapes Volume 4
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Collectables · 1990The Lost Texas Tapes Volume 3
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Collectables · 1990The Lost Texas Tapes: Volume 5
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Collectables · 1990The Lost Texas Tapes Volume 2
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Paris Album · 1983Forever
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Home Cooking Records · 1975Strikes Again!
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Sonet · 1974The Legacy Of The Blues Vol. 12
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Polydor · 1969That's My Story The Blues Of Sam 'Lightnin'' Hopkins Volume One
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Jewel Records · 1969The Great Electric Show And Dance
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International Artists · 1968Free Form Patterns
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Verve Folkways · 1967Something Blue
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Verve Folkways · 1966Lightnin' Strikes
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Storyville Special · 1965There's Good Rockin' Tonight!
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Prestige · 1965Down Home Blues
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Jewel Records · 1965Blue Lightnin'
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Prestige · 1965Soul Blues
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Guest Star · 1964"Live" At The Bird Lounge
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Prestige Bluesville · 1963Smokes Like Lightning
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Bluesville · 1963Goin' Away
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Horizon Records · 1963Blues Hoot Live Recording At The Ash Grove
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Prestige Bluesville · 1962Lightnin' And Co.
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Fire Records · 1962Mojo Hand
StudioVee Jay Records · 1962Lightnin' Strikes
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Prestige Bluesville · 1962Walkin' This Road By Myself
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Prestige Bluesville · 1961Lightnin' (The Blues Of Lightnin' Hopkins)
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Candid · 1961Lightnin' In New York
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Prestige Bluesville · 1961Blues In My Bottle
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Tradition Records · 1960Autobiography In Blues
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Folkways Records · 1959Lightnin' Hopkins
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77 Records · 1959The Rooster Crowed In England
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Tradition Records · 1959Country Blues
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Lightnin’ Hopkins's career.
01
Mojo Hand
Mojo Hand · 1962
02
Santa
Mojo Hand · 1962
03
Happy New Year
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04
Automobile Blues
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05
Once A Gambler
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06
Shake That Thing
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07
Back to New Orleans
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08
Wake Up Old Lady
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The essentials
The 3 Lightnin’ Hopkins albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1965
Jewel Records 1965 stereo release, showcasing Lightnin’ Hopkins’ Texas blues style with 10 tracks including gambling and morning blues.
10 tracksStereoJewel Records1965 pressing
#3 · 1962
Prestige Bluesville 1962 mono LP featuring classic Texas blues narratives across 10 tracks, popular among collectors.
10 tracksMonoPrestige Bluesville1962 pressing
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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.
Lightnin' Strikes
Market position
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Min price 25 €Max price 29 €
Average price
26,79 €
Only 3 copies for sale on Discogs
231 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Blue Lightnin'
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 35 €
Average price
14,85 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
67 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Walkin' This Road By Myself
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 44 €
Average price
42,03 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
235 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Lightnin' Strikes
Market position
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Min price 81 €Max price 104 €
Average price
81,82 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
316 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Mojo Hand
Market position
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Min price 13 €Max price 566 €
Average price
96,94 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
831 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Blues In My Bottle
Market position
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Min price 11 €Max price 65 €
Average price
17,28 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
423 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Lightnin’ Hopkins
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Mojo Hand remains one of Lightnin' Hopkins’ most recognized tracks with steady play counts among blues audiences.—
01Pressing
Original US Mono pressing of Lightnin' Strikes
Released in 1966 by Vee Jay Records in the US, catalog FV-9022, this mono LP pressing of Lightnin' Strikes remains a sought-after collector's edition with a current market high price point around €104.4.
02Pressing
UK Stereo pressing of Lightnin' Strikes
Issued in 1966 by Verve Folkways in the UK, stereo format catalog SVLP 5014, this pressing has a median price near €25 from available market samples.
03Pressing
Original US Jewel Records pressings of Blue Lightnin'
The 1965 stereo Jewel release LPS 5000 and 1967 mono reissue LP 5000 of Blue Lightnin' by Lightnin’ Hopkins show strong collector interest, with prices ranging €10.57 to €34.80 depending on pressing and condition.
04Release
Walkin' This Road By Myself LP from 1962
Prestige Bluesville issued this 10-track mono LP in 1962, capturing classic Texas blues themes. Market prices for this pressing average around €42 with multiple copies currently traded.
Lightnin’ Hopkins is a cornerstone of Texas and country blues, reflected in his extensive discography spanning acoustic and electric blues.— Vinyles.com editorial
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FAQ
FAQ: Lightnin’ Hopkins on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Lightnin’ Hopkins and what genre did he play?
Lightnin’ Hopkins was an American blues musician from Texas, known for acoustic and electric Texas blues and country blues styles.
What are the best-known vinyl albums by Lightnin’ Hopkins?
Notable vinyl albums include Lightnin' Strikes (1962), Blue Lightnin' (1965), and Walkin' This Road By Myself (1962), prized for their authentic blues sound.
Are there original pressings of Lightnin’ Hopkins vinyl records available?
Yes, original mono pressings from the 1960s such as Lightnin' Strikes and Walkin' This Road By Myself are collected and sold, sometimes at premium prices above €100.
What labels released Lightnin’ Hopkins vinyl records in the 1960s?
Prestige Bluesville, Vee Jay Records, Jewel Records, and Verve Folkways released many of his albums in the 1960s on vinyl.
How do I identify an original Lightnin’ Hopkins LP pressing?
Look for mono format on labels such as Vee Jay Records or Prestige Bluesville, catalog numbers like FV-9022 or BV-1057, and release years around early to mid-1960s.
What is the typical price range for Lightnin’ Hopkins vinyl records?
Prices vary widely, with original studio pressings typically ranging from €20 to over €100 depending on rarity and condition.
What are some top Lightnin’ Hopkins tracks to listen to on vinyl?
Popular tracks include "Mojo Hand," "Santa," and "Walkin' This Road By Myself," which showcase his guitar and vocal style.
Where can Lightnin’ Hopkins vinyl records be found in France?
French vinyl collectors find Lightnin’ Hopkins records through specialist blues shops and online marketplaces offering imported US and UK pressings.
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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