Artist page · 05/07/2026

low

DuluthFormed in 1993Alternatif9 vinyl albums
Low originated in Duluth, Minnesota in 1993, blending alternative rock with slowcore’s minimalist and atmospheric approach. Their music is marked by slow tempos, minimal instrumentation, and haunting vocal harmonies, often led by founders Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker.
9Albums on Vinyles.com
6273Discogs releases
1.1MLast.fm listeners

About

low, Two decades of restrained intensity and slowcore innovation.

More than 10 albums spanning alternative, ambient, and experimental genres — recent vinyl pressings from Sub Pop and Kranky.

Low emerged as a defining force in indie rock with a signature sound characterized by sparse arrangements and ethereal harmonies. Their discography crosses genres including alternative, ambient, experimental, and seasonal Christmas music. Throughout their active years until mid-2023, the band released multiple vinyl records on labels such as Sub Pop, Kranky, and Temporary Residence Ltd. Fans of slow tempos and atmospheric soundscapes will find their catalog rich with both studio and limited edition vinyl pressings.

Notable releases include the 2018 album "Double Negative", with varied vinyl editions including promo and limited European pressings, and 2005's "The Great Destroyer" available on multiple vinyl versions.

Discography

low — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Double NegativeSub Pop · 2018
2018
Double Negative
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Ones And SixesSub Pop · 2015
2015
Ones And Sixes
CD, Album
Studio
The Invisible WaySub Pop · 2013
2013
The Invisible Way
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
C'monSub Pop · 2011
2011
C'mon
CD, Album
Studio
Drums And GunsSub Pop · 2007
2007
Drums And Guns
CD, Album
Studio
The Great DestroyerSub Pop · 2005
2005
The Great Destroyer
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
TrustKranky · 2002
2002
Trust
CD, Album
Studio
Things We Lost In The FireKranky · 2001
2001
Things We Lost In The Fire
CD, Album
Studio
ChristmasTugboat Records · 1999
1999
Christmas
CD, Album
Studio
Secret NameKranky · 1999
1999
Secret Name
CD, Album
Studio
One More Reason To ForgetBluesanct · 1998
1998
One More Reason To Forget
CD, Album
Studio
owL RemixVernon Yard Recordings · 1998
1998
owL Remix
CD, Album
Studio
The Curtain Hits The CastVernon Yard Recordings · 1996
1996
The Curtain Hits The Cast
CD, Album
Studio
Long DivisionVernon Yard Recordings · 1995
1995
Long Division
CD, Album
Studio
I Could Live In HopeVernon Yard Recordings · 1994
1994
I Could Live In Hope
CD, Album
Live
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up low's career.

01
Words
·
02
Lullaby
·
03
Just Like Christmas
·
04
Sunflower
Sunflower
Things We Lost In The Fire · 2001
05
Dinosaur Act
Dinosaur Act
Things We Lost In The Fire · 2001
06
Fear
·
07
Lazy
·
08
Cut
·

The essentials

The 3 low albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2018
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Double Negative

A pivotal 2018 studio album blending ambient and experimental rock, issued in multiple vinyl versions and varied pressings.

11 tracksLimited editionVinyl promo edition from the USLabel: Sub Pop
#2 · 2015
LP, Album
Ones And Sixes

2015 indie rock release with twelve tracks, available in original US pressing and European limited editions on vinyl.

12 tracksOriginal US pressingEuropean limited editionLabel: Sub Pop
#3 · 2005
LP, Album
The Great Destroyer

Key album from 2005, released on vinyl in multiple pressings, featuring thirteen tracks in indie rock style.

13 tracksMultiple vinyl versionsLabel: Sub Pop

Go further

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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.

Double Negative
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
22,46 €
Min price 13 €Max price 32 €
Average price 22,46 €
Only 69 copies for sale on Discogs
518 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ones And Sixes
Master release · LP · 2015
Market position i
36,25 €
Min price 19 €Max price 36 €
Average price 36,25 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
137 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Invisible Way
Master release · LP · 2013
Market position i
25,88 €
Min price 17 €Max price 34 €
Average price 25,88 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
312 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
C'mon
Master release · LP · 2011
Market position i
20,25 €
Min price 14 €Max price 32 €
Average price 20,25 €
Only 53 copies for sale on Discogs
107 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Great Destroyer
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
33,82 €
Min price 15 €Max price 103 €
Average price 33,82 €
Only 26 copies for sale on Discogs
553 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Things We Lost In The Fire
Master release · LP · 2001
Market position i
57,99 €
Min price 37 €Max price 76 €
Average price 57,99 €
Only 52 copies for sale on Discogs
281 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Double NegativeLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Sub Pop Europe · 2018 SP 1250 🔥 Standard edition
518 want · 1 280 have · ratio 0,4
23,19 €
Double NegativeLP, Album, Promo
Sub Pop US · 2018 SP1250, SP-1250 Original pressing
518 want · 1 280 have · ratio 0,4
21,74 €
Ones And SixesLP, Album, Limited Edition
Sub Pop Europe · 2015 SP 1144 🔥 Standard edition
137 want · 617 have · ratio 0,2
36,50 €
Ones And SixesLP, Album
Sub Pop US · 2015 SP 1144 Original pressing
137 want · 617 have · ratio 0,2
19,13 €
The Invisible WayLP, Album, Test Pressing
Sub Pop US · 2013 SP-1030 🔥 Standard edition
312 want · 545 have · ratio 0,6
The Invisible WayLP, Album
Sub Pop US · 2013 SP 1030 Original pressing
312 want · 545 have · ratio 0,6
17,40 €
C'monLP, Album
Sub Pop USA & Canada · 2011 SP905 🔥 Standard edition
107 want · 731 have · ratio 0,1
13,88 €
C'monLP, Album
Sub Pop Europe · 2011 SP905, sp 943 Original pressing
107 want · 731 have · ratio 0,1
22,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of low

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"Low's slowcore style is characterized by slow tempos and minimal arrangements, creating a haunting atmosphere."
— Music observers
01Pressing

Double Negative LP promo pressing

The 2018 US promo pressing of "Double Negative" is a sought-after vinyl version bearing catalog number SP1250 and lasting 11 tracks with a total runtime over 40 minutes.

2018US
02Studio

"Ones And Sixes" release in 2015

"Ones And Sixes" was released on Sub Pop in 2015 with both US original pressings and European limited editions on vinyl, offering 12 tracks of indie rock intensity.

2015US / Europe
03Label

Sub Pop label dominance

Most recent Low vinyl albums have been released on the Sub Pop label, including "C'Mon" (2011) and "The Invisible Way" (2013), with multiple pressing variants available.

2011-2013US / Europe
04Band

Founding members Sparhawk and Parker

Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker, founding members of Low, lead with intertwined vocals and minimal instrumentation, defining the band's ethereal sound from Duluth, Minnesota, since 1993.

1993Duluth, US

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FAQ

FAQ: low on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What is the musical style of Low?

Low's style is often categorized as slowcore or sadcore, characterized by slow tempos, minimalist arrangements, and haunting vocal harmonies.

Which labels have released Low's vinyl records?

Low's vinyl releases appear on labels such as Sub Pop, Kranky, and Temporary Residence Ltd., with various vinyl editions across these labels.

How many vinyl albums does Low have available on Vinyles.com?

Low has 10 vinyl albums listed on Vinyles.com spanning alternative, ambient, and experimental genres.

Are there original US pressings of Low's albums available?

Yes, several albums like "Double Negative" (2018) and "Ones And Sixes" (2015) have original US vinyl pressings listed on the platform.

What is the price range for Low vinyl records?

Prices for Low vinyl records vary from approximately €13 to over €70 depending on the title and pressing rarity.

Are there any Christmas-themed albums by Low?

Yes, Low released a "Christmas" album available on vinyl, offering a seasonal take on their typically somber style.

Where did Low originate?

Low originates from Duluth, Minnesota, United States, forming in 1993 and remaining active until 2023.

Are Low albums popular among vinyl collectors in France?

Low's albums have presence in the French market with European pressings and limited editions that attract collectors interested in indie and alternative rock.

Transparency

Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026