Artist page · 28/06/2026

Mott the Hoople

HerefordFormed in 1969Alternatif12 vinyl albums
Formed in Hereford, UK, in 1969, Mott the Hoople blended hard rock with glam influences. Active mainly until 1974, their breakthrough came with glam rock hits co-produced by David Bowie. Their vinyl catalog spans studio and live albums with key 1970s releases.
12Albums on Vinyles.com
947Discogs releases
842kLast.fm listeners

About

Mott the Hoople, British hard rock fueled by glam, from Hereford to glam stardom.

Iconic 1972 glam LP 'All The Young Dudes' and original 'Mott' album pressings tracked in real-time.

Mott the Hoople emerged from Herefordshire in 1969, carving a career in hard rock colored by glam and rhythm and blues. Initial LPs like their eponymous debut and 'Mad Shadows' trace their evolution from hard rock to more melodic and country rock influences. The 1972 album 'All The Young Dudes,' co-produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson, catapulted them into glam rock fame, featuring tracks like the title song and a Lou Reed cover. Success followed, with tours across the US and subsequent albums including 1973's 'Mott' and 1974's 'The Hoople.' Notable changes included Mick Ralphs' departure and Ariel Bender joining on guitar.

Discography

Mott the Hoople — Discography

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

Fairfield Halls, Live 1970Angel Air · 2007
2007
Fairfield Halls, Live 1970
CD, Album
Studio
Two Miles From Live HeavenAngel Air · 2001
2001
Two Miles From Live Heaven
CD, Album
Studio
Rock 'N' Roll Circus - LiveAngel Air · 2000
2000
Rock 'N' Roll Circus - Live
CD, Album
Studio
All The Way From Stockholm To Philadelphia-Live 71/72Angel Air · 1998
1998
All The Way From Stockholm To Philadelphia-Live 71/72
CD, Album
Studio
Original Mixed Up KidsWindsong · 1996
1996
Original Mixed Up Kids
CD, Album
Studio
Two Miles From HeavenIsland Records · 1980
1980
Two Miles From Heaven
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Mott The Hoople LiveCBS · 1974
1974
Mott The Hoople Live
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The HoopleCBS · 1974
1974
The Hoople
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
MottCBS · 1973
1973
Mott
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
All The Young DudesCBS · 1972
1972
All The Young Dudes
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
WildlifeIsland Records · 1971
1971
Wildlife
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Brain CapersIsland Records · 1971
1971
Brain Capers
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Mad ShadowsIsland Records · 1970
1970
Mad Shadows
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Mott The HoopleIsland Records · 1969
1969
Mott The Hoople
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Mott the Hoople's career.

01
All the Young Dudes
All the Young Dudes
All The Young Dudes · 1972
02
All the Way from Memphis
All the Way from Memphis
Mott · 1973
03
Roll Away the Stone
·
04
Sweet Jane
Sweet Jane
All The Young Dudes · 1972
05
All the Young Dudes - David Bowie & Ian Hunter Vocal
·
06
One of the Boys
One of the Boys
All The Young Dudes · 1972
07
Sucker
Sucker
All The Young Dudes · 1972
08
Momma's Little Jewel
Momma's Little Jewel
All The Young Dudes · 1972

The essentials

The 3 Mott the Hoople albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1972
Vinyl LP
All The Young Dudes (Orange Vinyl)

The breakthrough glam-rock album co-produced by David Bowie, featuring the anthem 'All The Young Dudes' and a Lou Reed cover, essential for its genre impact.

10 tracks1972 stereo pressingColumbia label
#2 · 1973
Vinyl LP
Mott

1973 album marking continued glam and hard rock fusion with notable tracks including ‘All The Way From Memphis’ and ‘Ballad Of Mott The Hoople’. Original UK pressing tracked at up to 500€.

9 tracksStereoCBS labelUK original pressing available
#3 · 1970
Vinyl LP
Mad Shadows

Progressive and psychedelic rock tones shape this 1970 follow-up with hard rock elements, showcasing tracks like 'Thunderbuck Ram' and 'No Wheels To Ride'.

7 tracksStereoIsland Records

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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.

Mott
Master release · LP · 1973
Market position i
19,30 €
Min price 5 €Max price 500 €
Average price 19,30 €
Only 97 copies for sale on Discogs
273 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
All The Young Dudes
Master release · LP · 1972
Market position i
13,64 €
Min price 8 €Max price 16 €
Average price 13,64 €
Only 35 copies for sale on Discogs
781 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Wildlife
Master release · LP · 1971
Market position i
61,38 €
Min price 13 €Max price 110 €
Average price 61,38 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
256 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Mad Shadows
Master release · LP · 1970
Market position i
17,59 €
Min price 16 €Max price 20 €
Average price 17,59 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
276 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

Album Edition Country · Year Matrix Market tensionValue
MottLP, Album
CBS Spain · 1973 S 69038 🔥 Standard edition
273 want · 1 376 have · ratio 0,2
13,97 €
MottLP, Album
CBS Italy · 1973 S 69038 Original pressing
273 want · 1 376 have · ratio 0,2
499,99 €
All The Young DudesLP, Album
Epic Japan · 1972 ECPL-56 Japanese pressing
781 want · 2 268 have · ratio 0,3
13,64 €
All The Young DudesLP, Album, Test Pressing, Stereo
Not On Label US · 1972 none Original pressing
781 want · 2 268 have · ratio 0,3
WildlifeLP, Album, Promo, Mono
Atlantic US · 1971 8284 🔥 Standard edition
256 want · 1 148 have · ratio 0,2
WildlifeLP, Album, Stereo
Island Records Germany · 1971 6339 031, ILPS 9144 Original pressing
256 want · 1 148 have · ratio 0,2
12,75 €
Mad ShadowsLP, Album
Island Records Germany · 1970 6339 006, ILPS 9119 🔥 Standard edition
276 want · 979 have · ratio 0,3
16,00 €
Mad ShadowsLP, Album
Island Records South Africa · 1970 6339 006, ILPS 6339 006 Original pressing
276 want · 979 have · ratio 0,3

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Mott the Hoople

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

"All The Young Dudes became a glam anthem, symbolizing the early 70s glam rock era and enduring beyond it."
— Commentator
01Hit Song

'All The Young Dudes' Hits Number 3 in Charts

The glam rock anthem 'All The Young Dudes' reached number 3 on the charts shortly after its 1972 release, becoming a defining track of the era and boosting the band's popularity significantly.

1972UK
02Production

David Bowie Co-produces 1972 Breakthrough

David Bowie co-produced the 1972 album 'All The Young Dudes' alongside Mick Ronson, contributing both songwriting and glam rock style that reshaped the band's sound and image.

1972London
03Band Lineup

Mick Ralphs Leaves in 1973 for Bad Company

Guitarist Mick Ralphs departed Mott the Hoople in 1973 after recording 'Mott' to co-found Bad Company, prompting the band to recruit guitarist Luther Grosvenor (Ariel Bender).

1973UK
04Live Recording

Live at Hammersmith 1973 Captures Peak Era

The 'Live At Hammersmith 1973' vinyl documents the band’s peak live performances during their height of success, offering a robust rock sound from that set in London.

1973London

FAQ

FAQ: Mott the Hoople on physical formats

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

When was Mott the Hoople formed and where are they from?

The band was formed in 1969 in Hereford, United Kingdom.

What genre of music did Mott the Hoople primarily play?

Mott the Hoople played hard rock with significant glam rock influences.

Which Mott the Hoople album includes the song 'All The Young Dudes'?

The song 'All The Young Dudes' is featured on their 1972 album of the same name.

Are original pressings of 'Mott' from 1973 valuable on vinyl?

Original UK pressings of 'Mott' are tracked with prices up to around 500 euros for collectors.

Did Mott the Hoople perform live concerts in France or nearby regions?

While no specific France concerts are noted here, the band toured extensively in the UK and US; their live recordings from London and Sweden are available on vinyl.

What makes the vinyl release of 'All The Young Dudes' special?

The album was co-produced by David Bowie and Mick Ronson and includes notable glam rock tracks that marked the band's rise in the early 70s.

Which labels released Mott the Hoople vinyl records?

Labels include CBS, Island Records, Columbia, and several reissue labels handling various editions and audiophile pressings.

Where can I find rare live Mott the Hoople vinyl albums?

Live albums like 'Live At Hammersmith 1973' and 'Live Broadcasts 1971-72' are among the notable live vinyl releases to explore.

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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: 28/06/2026