Artist page · 06/07/2026
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Five key vinyl releases from the 4AD label, classic shoegaze sound with collectible test pressings and limited editions.
Lush emerged from London's indie scene in 1987, formed by childhood friends from Camden. Their sound combines atmospheric shoegaze with Britpop influences, resulting in a nuanced blend of distorted guitars and ethereal vocals. They released five notable LPs and EPs on the independent 4AD label, including the mini-album Scar (1989) and the albums Spooky (1992), Split (1994), and Lovelife (1996).
The band's catalog features original and test pressings valued by collectors, with reissues and anniversary editions available. Vinyl aficionados can find editions with various formats such as test pressing LPs from the UK and US, and limited edition releases.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Thoughtforms · 2016
4AD · 1996
4AD · 1994
4AD · 1992
4AD · 1989Playlist
The tracks that sum up Lush's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Second studio album blending indie and alternative rock, featuring 12 tracks including 'Desire Lines' and 'Kiss Chase'.
Debut full-length album with shoegaze textures produced by Robin Guthrie, includes hits like 'For Love' and 'Covert'.
Compilation highlighting key singles and tracks across Lush's career, showcasing their evolution in pop and shoegaze.
Go further
Artists who share part of Lush's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Their sound was defined by tangled guitars and delicate vocals, a hallmark of British shoegaze.— Music Critics
In 1990, Lush played as the opening act for The Cure at London’s Crystal Palace Bowl, marking a significant live exposure early in their career.
Lush toured the US during the 1992 Lollapalooza II festival alongside The Jesus and Mary Chain, Pearl Jam, and others, expanding their indie rock fan base.
The 1994 album Split was produced by Mike Hedges, known for his work with The Cure and Siouxsie & the Banshees, and mixed by Alan Moulder, shaping Lush’s alternative rock sound.
The band officially ended in 1998 following the tragic death of drummer Chris Acland in 1996, concluding their nearly decade-long influence on the genre.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Test pressings of albums like 'Spooky' and 'Split', especially UK original pressings on 4AD, are highly sought after by collectors.
'Spooky' (1992) is considered essential for shoegaze enthusiasts, featuring lush production by Robin Guthrie and a rich textured sound.
Yes, the 'Lovelife' album has limited edition LP pressings, prized for their pop-influenced sound and collectible value.
The 'CIAO! BEST OF' compilation gathers important tracks from their career, available on vinyl since 2015.
French record shops and online vinyl platforms often stock 4AD releases and reissues of Lush albums, including limited and anniversary editions.
Lush combined shoegaze's dreamy layers with Britpop's catchy melodies, creating a distinct hybrid sound recorded on their vinyl releases.
The 2016 limited edition 'Live At KCRW Morning Becomes Eclectic' features live recordings but is primarily available as a CD release.
Prices vary widely, from around €8 for basic pressings like 'Scar' up to over €150 for original test pressings of albums like 'Split'.
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