Artist page · 04/07/2026

Planningtorock

BoltonBorn in 1972Alternatif7 vinyl albums
Planningtorock, born Jam Rostron in Bolton, UK, is an electronic music artist mixing alternative and electro since the early 2000s. With a focus on performance and multimedia, the sound spans from experimental electronica to synth-pop.
7Albums on Vinyles.com
83Discogs releases
210kLast.fm listeners

About

Planningtorock, British one-woman electronic project blending alternative and electro.

Seven vinyl titles including 2018's Powerhouse and 2014's All Love's Legal, rare limited editions to track.

Planningtorock began releasing music in 2004 with the EP Eins, followed by seven vinyl records encompassing electro and alternative genres. The artist is known for integrating theatrical elements and video art into live shows, influencing the evolving electronic scene. Collaborations include artists like The Knife and contributions to experimental projects.

Notable albums include the 2018 LP Powerhouse on the Human Level label, and the 2014 release All Love's Legal. Pressings feature original releases on Human Level and limited editions across Europe and the US, tracked in real-time for vinyl collectors.

Discography

Planningtorock — Discography

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

PowerhouseHuman Level · 2018
2018
Powerhouse
CD, Album
Studio
WDFA · 2011
2011
W
Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Album
Studio
Tomorrow, In A YearRabid Records · 2010
2010
Tomorrow, In A Year
File, FLAC, Album
Studio
Have It AllChicks On Speed Records · 2006
2006
Have It All
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Planningtorock's career.

01
The Breaks
The Breaks
W · 2011
02
Local Foreigner
Local Foreigner
Have It All · 2006
03
Let's Talk About Gender Baby
·
04
Doorway
Doorway
W · 2011
05
Living It Out
Living It Out
W · 2011
06
The One
The One
W · 2011
07
Human Drama
·
08
Manifesto
Manifesto
W · 2011

The essentials

The 3 Planningtorock albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2014
Vinyl LP
All Love's Legal

A pivotal 2014 vinyl release mixing electro beats and alternative textures under the Human Level label.

Human Level labelElectro genreVinyl format
#2 · 2018
LP, Album
Powerhouse

2018's Powerhouse on Human Level and DFA labels, synth-pop with experimental shades, available on US and European original pressings.

10 tracksSynth-pop styleOriginal US and Europe pressingsHuman Level label
#3 · 2005
Vinyl LP
Carousel Of Souls

Early 2005 electro release on Rostron Records showing Planningtorock's grounding in club and electroclash sounds.

Rostron Records labelElectro genreVinyl format

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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.

Powerhouse
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
12,11 €
Min price 12 €Max price 12 €
Average price 12,11 €
Only 20 copies for sale on Discogs
16 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
W
Master release · 12" · 2011
Market position i
19,17 €
Min price 12 €Max price 26 €
Average price 19,17 €
Only 16 copies for sale on Discogs
146 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Tomorrow, In A Year
Master release · LP · 2010
Market position i
9,72 €
Min price 10 €Max price 10 €
Average price 9,72 €
Only 54 copies for sale on Discogs
26 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Have It All
Master release · LP · 2006
Market position i
16,70 €
Min price 3 €Max price 31 €
Average price 16,70 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
17 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Tomorrow, In A YearLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Reissue
Rabid Records Sweden · 2021 RABID044RX Original pressing
26 want · 21 have · ratio 1,2
9,72 €
PowerhouseLP, Album
Human Level Europe · 2018 DFA2617LP 🔥 Standard edition
16 want · 46 have · ratio 0,3
12,05 €
PowerhouseLP, Album
Human Level US · 2018 none Original pressing
16 want · 46 have · ratio 0,3
12,17 €
W12", 45 RPM, Album
DFA UK & Europe · 2011 DFA 2273 🔥 Standard edition
146 want · 329 have · ratio 0,4
12,25 €
W12", 45 RPM, Album, Test Pressing
DFA UK & Europe · 2011 DFA 2273 Original pressing
146 want · 329 have · ratio 0,4
26,09 €
Have It AllLP, Album, Limited Edition
Chicks On Speed Records Germany · 2006 COSR32 🔥 Standard edition
17 want · 112 have · ratio 0,2
30,80 €
Have It AllLP, Album, Limited Edition
Chicks On Speed Records Germany · 2006 COSR32 Original pressing
17 want · 112 have · ratio 0,2
2,60 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Planningtorock

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

Planningtorock's music transforms electro with theatrical performance and multimedia art.
— Artist's live show description
01Release

Powerhouse released on Human Level in 2018

The album Powerhouse was released in 2018 on Human Level with two pressings: an original US LP and a European LP with catalog number DFA2617LP, making the vinyl sought after for collectors.

2018US / Europe
02Pressing

W test pressing from 2011 in UK & Europe

A test pressing of the 2011 album W carries catalog number DFA 2273, released in the UK and Europe on DFA label; this pressing is notably rare with only two copies for sale at higher prices.

2011UK & Europe
03Reissue

Tomorrow, In A Year limited numbered LP reissue

The album Tomorrow, In A Year was reissued as a limited edition numbered LP in 2021 under Rabid Records in Sweden, with over 50 copies for sale at steady prices.

2021Sweden
04Label

Founding of Rostron Records

Planningtorock established Rostron Records to release early EPs and albums like Carousel Of Souls and Have It All, marking DIY initiative in the electronic music scene.

2004UK

FAQ

FAQ: Planningtorock on physical formats

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

Who is Planningtorock and where did they originate?

Planningtorock is the electronic music project of Jam Rostron from Bolton, United Kingdom, active since early 2000s.

Which genres does Planningtorock's music cover on vinyl?

Genres include alternative, electronica, electro, synth-pop, and experimental electronic music, blending these on vinyl releases.

What are the key albums to collect on vinyl?

Essentials include All Love's Legal (2014), Powerhouse (2018), and Carousel Of Souls (2005), all available as LPs with unique label editions.

Are there limited or original pressings to look for?

Yes, notable pressings include the original US and European LPs of Powerhouse and a test pressing of W from 2011, valuable for collectors.

What labels have released Planningtorock's vinyl records?

Releases appear on Human Level, Rostron Records, DFA, and Rabid Records, reflecting different phases of the artist's career.

How popular is Planningtorock in terms of listeners?

Planningtorock has over 210,000 monthly listeners, showing a steady fanbase for electronic and alternative styles.

Where are Planningtorock's vinyl albums pressed geographically?

Pressings come from Germany, US, UK & Europe, and Sweden, indicating diverse markets for collectors worldwide.

What kind of vinyl formats are available for Planningtorock's albums?

Formats include standard LPs, limited editions, numbered reissues, and test pressings, mostly in 12" vinyl formats.

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: 04/07/2026