Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Over 50 vinyl releases covering blues, jazz, and soul — key LPs like 'Fodder On My Wings' and 'Baltimore' hold steady collector interest.
Nina Simone's vibrant discography includes more than 50 vinyl records spanning genres such as jazz, blues, funk, soul, gospel, and civil rights anthems. Her technical skill as a pianist and emotional vocal style made her a unique figure in American music. Simone's albums often explore social and political themes, especially racial inequality, from her early days through later works recorded abroad.
Her vinyl pressings include original editions from labels like RCA Victor, Philips, and Colpix Records, as well as audiophile reissues on Music On Vinyl. Collectors track variants released in countries like the US, France, Italy, Japan, and New Zealand, with prices ranging from affordable reissues to sought-after originals exceeding 100 euros.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
VPI Records · 1985
Happy Bird · 1983
Carrere · 1982
CTI Records · 1978
Versatile · 1977
RCA · 1974
Stroud · 1973
Stroud · 1973
Roker Records · 1972
RCA Victor · 1972
Stroud · 1972
TRIP · 1972
UpFront Records · 1971
RCA Victor · 1971
Canyon Records · 1970
RCA Victor · 1970
RCA Victor · 1969
RCA Victor · 1969
RCA Victor · 1968
RCA Victor · 1967
RCA Victor · 1967
Philips · 1967
Philips · 1966
Colpix Records · 1966
Philips · 1965
Philips · 1965
Philips · 1965
Spin-O-Rama · 1964
Philips · 1964
Philips · 1964
Colpix Records · 1964
Colpix Records · 1963
Colpix Records · 1962
Colpix Records · 1962
Colpix Records · 1961
Colpix Records · 1960
Colpix Records · 1959
Colpix Records · 1959
Bethlehem Records · 1959
Collection Variété · Playlist
The tracks that sum up Nina Simone's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Recorded in France, this album reflects Simone's later period with a mix of jazz, soul, and fusion across 10 tracks totaling over 34 minutes.
This 1978 studio LP blends reggae influences with soft rock and gospel. Vinyl collectors value original US pressings and international variants.
A jazz vocal album featuring standards like 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood', this 1964 Philips release is prized in original US and New Zealand pressings.
Go further
Artists who share part of Nina Simone'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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
I Sing Just To Know That I'm Alive remains one of my most personal songs.— Nina Simone
Recorded in France in 1982 under the Carrere label, 'Fodder On My Wings' presents 10 tracks blending jazz, soul, and fusion genres recorded during Simone's expatriate years.
The original 1978 US pressing of 'Baltimore' on CTI Records carries catalog number CTI 7084 and is noted by collectors, with prices around 25 to 40 euros depending on condition.
Released in 1964, this album issued on Philips includes notable tracks such as 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' and embraces a jazz vocal style with mono and stereo versions.
Music was my refuge and my rebellion against racial injustice throughout my life.— Nina Simone
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Her vinyl catalog covers jazz, blues, soul, funk, gospel, and folk, reflecting a wide musical range over decades.
Original vinyl releases were primarily issued on Philips, RCA Victor, Colpix Records, and later reissued by Music On Vinyl.
Yes, for example, 'Baltimore' is available in a translucent red 180g audiophile vinyl edition prized by collectors.
Original US pressings occasionally appear in French vinyl shops online, though reissues on Philips also circulate widely.
She lived in France and recorded albums there in the 1980s, including 'Fodder On My Wings' released on Carrere label.
This album contains personal, fusion-inspired tracks recorded in France, showcasing a mature stage of Simone's musical evolution.
Vinyles.com tracks real-time prices and availability of Nina Simone vinyl worldwide through multiple release editions and sellers.
Most of her LPs contain around 10 to 12 tracks, with runtimes varying between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the album.
Transparency
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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