Artist page · 05/07/2026

Scott Walker

HamiltonBorn in 1943Avant-Garde10 vinyl albums
Scott Walker, born Noel Scott Engel in 1943, was a British-American singer-songwriter and producer known for evolving from 60s pop crooner roots to avant-garde music, with a career spanning from the 1960s until his death in 2019.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
594Discogs releases
591kLast.fm listeners

About

Scott Walker, From crooner pop to avant-garde experiments across decades.

10 vinyl releases, including key avant-garde albums like Bish Bosch; original pressings tracked in real time.

Starting as part of The Walker Brothers in the 1960s, Scott Walker quickly established a solo career steeped in baroque pop and art rock. His early solo albums, Scott through Scott 4, exhibit a vocal style distinct from his group work, marked by intricate arrangements and lyrical depth.

In the 1990s, Walker pivoted towards experimental and avant-garde works, releasing albums like Tilt and Bish Bosch that emphasized abstract soundscapes and challenging structures. His last decades featured influential soundtracks and continued innovation, often issued on labels such as 4AD and Universal Music, making his discography a rich field for vinyl collectors looking for diverse editions and pressings.

Discography

Scott Walker — Discography

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

The Childhood Of A Leader4AD · 2016
2016
The Childhood Of A Leader
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Bish Bosch4AD · 2012
2012
Bish Bosch
CD, Album
Studio
And Who Shall Go To The Ball? And What Shall Go To The Ball?4AD · 2007
2007
And Who Shall Go To The Ball? And What Shall Go To The Ball?
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
The Drift4AD · 2006
2006
The Drift
CD, Album
Studio
Pola XBarclay · 1999
1999
Pola X
CD, Album
Studio
TiltFontana · 1995
1995
Tilt
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Studio
Climate Of HunterVirgin · 1984
1984
Climate Of Hunter
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Any Day NowPhilips · 1973
1973
Any Day Now
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
StretchCBS · 1973
1973
Stretch
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The MoviegoerPhilips · 1972
1972
The Moviegoer
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
'Til The Band Comes InPhilips · 1970
1970
'Til The Band Comes In
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Scott 3Philips · 1969
1969
Scott 3
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Scott - Scott Walker Sings Songs From His T.V. SeriesPhilips · 1969
1969
Scott - Scott Walker Sings Songs From His T.V. Series
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Scott 2Philips · 1968
1968
Scott 2
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
ScottPhilips · 1967
1967
Scott
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Scott Walker's career.

01
30 Century Man
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02
The Old Man's Back Again (Dedicated to the Neo-Stalinist Regime)
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03
On Your Own Again
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04
It's Raining Today
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05
Duchess
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06
The Seventh Seal
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07
Jackie
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08
Copenhagen
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The essentials

The 3 Scott Walker albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2012
LP, Album
Bish Bosch

A deeply experimental album blending art rock and avant-garde styles; highly sought with steady catalog vinyl availability.

9 tracks4AD labelUK & Europe original pressing available2012 release
#2 · 2016
LP, Album, Limited Edition
The Childhood Of A Leader

Soundtrack album featuring modern classical pieces linked to film, with multiple limited pressing variants available on vinyl.

18 tracks4AD labelUK limited edition pressing2016 release
#3 · 1995
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Tilt

Noted for its avant-garde, art rock style with complex compositions; its numbered limited editions attract collectors worldwide.

9 tracksFontana labelNumbered limited editions1995 release

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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.

The Childhood Of A Leader
Master release · LP · 2016
Market position i
10,59 €
Min price 10 €Max price 12 €
Average price 10,59 €
Only 148 copies for sale on Discogs
224 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bish Bosch
Master release · LP · 2012
Market position i
20,00 €
Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price 20,00 €
Only 67 copies for sale on Discogs
199 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Drift
Master release · LP · 2006
Market position i
21,95 €
Min price 19 €Max price 218 €
Average price 21,95 €
Only 59 copies for sale on Discogs
256 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Tilt
Master release · LP · 1995
Market position i
27,50 €
Min price 20 €Max price 48 €
Average price 27,50 €
Only 100 copies for sale on Discogs
900 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Climate Of Hunter
Master release · LP · 1984
Market position i
20,00 €
Min price 14 €Max price 213 €
Average price 20,00 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
724 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
'Til The Band Comes In
Master release · LP · 1970
Market position i
26,45 €
Min price 25 €Max price 28 €
Average price 26,45 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
475 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

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The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).

AlbumWhy this rarityEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
The Childhood Of A Leader LP, Album
4AD UK · 2016 CAD 3620 🔥 Standard edition
224 want · 536 have · ratio 0,4
11,60 €
The Childhood Of A Leader LP, Album, Limited Edition
4AD UK · 2016 CAD3620 , CADD3620 Original pressing
224 want · 536 have · ratio 0,4
9,57 €
Bish BoschLP, Album
4AD USA & Canada · 2012 CAD3220 🔥 Standard edition
199 want · 1 135 have · ratio 0,2
20,00 €
Bish BoschLP, Album
4AD UK & Europe · 2012 CAD3220 Original pressing
199 want · 1 135 have · ratio 0,2
20,00 €
The DriftLP, Album, Promo
4AD UK · 2006 DRIFT 1 🔥 Standard edition
256 want · 2 001 have · ratio 0,1
20,00 €
TiltLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Numbered limited edition, want/have ratio of 2.4:1 despite 17 copies for sale.Fontana Europe · 1995 526 859-1 🔥 Standard edition
900 want · 381 have · ratio 2,4
48,00 €
TiltLP, Album, Reissue
US original pressing, 2.4 times more demand than recorded copies, 4 for sale.Drag City US DC134 Original pressing
900 want · 381 have · ratio 2,4
21,73 €
The DriftLP, Album, Reissue, Repress
4AD UK cad 2603 Original pressing
256 want · 2 001 have · ratio 0,1
22,50 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Scott Walker

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

“He transformed from a crooner into a pioneering avant-garde artist.”
— Music commentary
01Album

'Til The Band Comes In released in stereo

The 1970 album 'Til The Band Comes In features 15 tracks spanning pop and rock genres, showcasing Walker’s move from earlier styles toward a more mainstream sound, originally released on Philips Records with multiple vinyl pressings available.

1970UK
02Pressing

US original pressing of Tilt

The US original pressing of Tilt on Drag City label remains rare with a want/have ratio indicating 2.4 times more demand than available copies, making it a valuable collector’s item with only 4 copies currently on sale.

1995US
03Studio

Recording of Climate Of Hunter

This 1984 LP, issued through Virgin Records, blends jazz and rock influences with avant-garde and modern classical styles, available in at least eight vinyl versions that reflect ongoing interest in its innovative sound.

1984UK
04Release

The Drift multiple vinyl reissues

The Drift, originally released in 2006 on 4AD, has multiple vinyl repressings and promos, with prices ranging widely from about €18 to over €217, indicative of collector demand for specific editions.

2006UK
“Bish Bosch stands out as a challenging yet essential avant-garde release.”
— Vinyl critic

FAQ

FAQ: Scott Walker on physical formats

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

What genres is Scott Walker known for?

Scott Walker's music spans avant-garde, pop, baroque pop, and art rock, with later works focusing on experimental and orchestral sounds.

When did Scott Walker release his most influential albums?

His key albums were released from 1967 through the 1970s, with a major experimental resurgence starting in the early 1990s and continuing until 2016.

Which Scott Walker albums are considered essential for vinyl collectors?

'Bish Bosch', 'The Childhood Of A Leader', and 'Tilt' are highly regarded, featuring limited editions and multiple pressings sought after in the vinyl community.

Are Scott Walker vinyl pressings from the UK or US more collectible?

Both UK and US pressings have collector value, but limited editions like the US original 'Tilt' pressing are rarer and thus command higher prices.

Where can I find Scott Walker vinyl records in France?

French vinyl pressings are available, especially soundtrack albums issued by Wagram and Universal labels, with catalog listings showing availability on several platforms.

What is the price range for Scott Walker original LPs?

Original vinyl LPs like 'Tilt' and 'Bish Bosch' range from about €20 to above €48 depending on pressing rarity and condition.

How does Scott Walker’s soundtrack work fit into his discography?

His soundtrack albums, such as 'The Childhood Of A Leader', showcase his modern classical and atmospheric compositions, adding depth beyond his pop and avant-garde records.

What should audiophiles look for in Scott Walker vinyl editions?

Collectors seek limited numbered editions, original pressings, and represses with high-quality mastering and distinctive artwork, often listed on premium vinyl marketplaces.

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