Artist page · 06/07/2026

Stereophonics

CwmamanFormed in 1996Brit Pop7 vinyl albums
Stereophonics formed in 1996 in Cwmaman, Wales, blending Britpop, indie rock, and pop genres. Led by Kelly Jones with Richard Jones on bass and evolving drummers, the band holds over 2 million global listeners.
7Albums on Vinyles.com
779Discogs releases
2.2MLast.fm listeners

About

Stereophonics, Welsh rock roots from Cwmaman to stadium stages.

Over 10 studio albums from 1997 onwards, original vinyl pressings valued in real-time across Europe.

Stereophonics emerged from the Welsh village of Cwmaman in 1996, establishing themselves in the Britpop and rock arena. Their debut album 'Word Gets Around' arrived in 1997, followed by a succession of successful releases through the 2000s, including 'Performance And Cocktails' (1999) and 'Just Enough Education To Perform' (2001). Their catalog spans at least 10 studio albums, with notable tracks like "Dakota" and "Maybe Tomorrow" marking their presence in the UK charts.

On vinyl, collectors find countless editions, including limited, reissue, and original pressings across Europe and the UK. Current price tracking shows median values varying by album and edition, reflecting the band's enduring appeal on vinyl among audiophiles and collectors.

Discography

Stereophonics — Discography

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

Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em WaitEMI · 2025
2025
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Studio
Oochya!Stylus Records · 2022
2022
Oochya!
CD, Album
Studio
KindParlophone · 2019
2019
Kind
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Scream Above The SoundsParlophone · 2017
2017
Scream Above The Sounds
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Keep The Village AliveStylus Records · 2015
2015
Keep The Village Alive
CD, Album
Studio
Graffiti On The TrainStylus Records · 2013
2013
Graffiti On The Train
CD, Album
Studio
Keep Calm And Carry OnMercury Music Group · 2009
2009
Keep Calm And Carry On
CD, Album
Studio
Pull The PinV2 · 2007
2007
Pull The Pin
CD, Album
Studio
Live From DakotaV2 · 2006
2006
Live From Dakota
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?V2 · 2005
2005
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?
CD, Album
Studio
You Gotta Go There To Come BackV2 Records · 2003
2003
You Gotta Go There To Come Back
CD, Album
Studio
Just Enough Education To PerformV2 · 2001
2001
Just Enough Education To Perform
CD, Album
Studio
Performance And CocktailsV2 · 1999
1999
Performance And Cocktails
CD, Album
Studio
Word Gets AroundV2 · 1997
1997
Word Gets Around
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Stereophonics's career.

01
Dakota
Dakota
Language. Sex. Violence. Other? · 2005
02
Maybe Tomorrow
Maybe Tomorrow
You Gotta Go There To Come Back · 2003
03
Have a Nice Day
Have a Nice Day
Just Enough Education To Perform · 2001
04
Just Looking
Just Looking
Performance And Cocktails · 1999
05
Superman
Superman
Language. Sex. Violence. Other? · 2005
06
Mr. Writer
Mr. Writer
Just Enough Education To Perform · 2001
07
Handbags and Gladrags
·
08
The Bartender and the Thief
The Bartender and the Thief
Performance And Cocktails · 1999

The essentials

The 3 Stereophonics albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2001
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Just Enough Education To Perform

The third studio album, blending Britpop and rock, known for its refined acoustic influences and tracks like "Mr. Writer." A vinyl edition with limited pressings commands collector interest.

11 tracksLimited EditionLabel: V2Price median around €45
#2 · 2005
LP, Album
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?

The fifth album delivering peak chart success with "Dakota," featuring 11 tracks and multiple vinyl pressings, including sought-after originals from 2005.

11 tracksOriginal pressings from 2005Label: V2Median price range €20-€88
#3 · 2003
LP, Album
You Gotta Go There To Come Back

Fourth studio album featuring the hit "Maybe Tomorrow" with 13 tracks. Original 2003 vinyl pressings are notable for collectors with price ranges up to €139.

13 tracksOriginal 2003 V2 pressingsLabel: V2 RecordsHigh median resale price

Go further

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Artists who share part of Stereophonics's musical DNA.

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.

Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em Wait
Master release · LP · 2025
Market position i
21,75 €
Min price 15 €Max price 35 €
Average price 21,75 €
Only 114 copies for sale on Discogs
23 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
25,52 €
Min price 20 €Max price 88 €
Average price 25,52 €
Only 61 copies for sale on Discogs
109 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
You Gotta Go There To Come Back
Master release · LP · 2003
Market position i
75,00 €
Min price 35 €Max price 139 €
Average price 75,00 €
Only 23 copies for sale on Discogs
99 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Just Enough Education To Perform
Master release · LP · 2001
Market position i
45,00 €
Min price 22 €Max price 104 €
Average price 45,00 €
Only 54 copies for sale on Discogs
65 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Performance And Cocktails
Master release · 10" · 1999
Market position i
39,89 €
Min price 22 €Max price 51 €
Average price 39,89 €
Only 87 copies for sale on Discogs
50 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Word Gets Around
Master release · LP · 1997
Market position i
26,13 €
Min price 20 €Max price 83 €
Average price 26,13 €
Only 83 copies for sale on Discogs
49 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em WaitLP, Album, Stereo
EMI UK · 2025 00602475475569 🔥 Standard edition
23 want · 362 have · ratio 0,1
34,80 €
Make 'Em Laugh, Make 'Em Cry, Make 'Em WaitLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
EMI Europe · 2025 EMIVY 2135, 00602475475552 Original pressing
23 want · 362 have · ratio 0,1
14,57 €
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?LP, Album, Reissue
V2 UK & Europe · 2016 00602557144406, 5714440 🔥 Standard edition
109 want · 2 793 have · ratio 0
19,90 €
Language. Sex. Violence. Other?LP, Album
V2 UK & Europe · 2005 VVR1031051 Original pressing
109 want · 2 793 have · ratio 0
87,99 €
Just Enough Education To PerformLP, Album, Reissue
Simply Vinyl Europe · 2003 S160016 🔥 Standard edition
65 want · 1 824 have · ratio 0
103,53 €
You Gotta Go There To Come BackLP, Limited Edition
V2 Records Europe · 2003 VVR1021901 🔥 Standard edition
99 want · 2 752 have · ratio 0
You Gotta Go There To Come BackLP, Album
V2 records Europe · 2003 VVR1021901 Original pressing
99 want · 2 752 have · ratio 0
75,00 €
Just Enough Education To PerformLP, Album, Limited Edition
V2 UK & Europe · 2001 VVR1015831 Original pressing
65 want · 1 824 have · ratio 0
55,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Stereophonics

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

"Pull The Pin" title means "Do what you want," said Kelly Jones on the album named after this phrase.
— Kelly Jones
01Origin

Formation in Cwmaman, Wales

Stereophonics formed in 1996 in the Welsh village of Cwmaman, originally named Tragic Love Company before adopting their current name.

1996Cwmaman, Wales
02Breakthrough

Debut Album Word Gets Around

Released in 1997, 'Word Gets Around' was their debut, featuring 12 tracks and earning a Brit Award for Best British Breakthrough Act in 1998.

1997UK
03Chart Topper

Dakota from Language. Sex. Violence. Other?

The 2005 album includes "Dakota," reaching number one on UK charts, marking a major success in their career with several vinyl edition variants available.

2005UK & Europe
04Line-up Change

Drummer transition post-2003

Following drummer Stuart Cable's departure in 2003, the band employed Steve Gorman temporarily before adding Argentine drummer Javier Weyler in 2004.

2003-2004UK

CDs by Stereophonics

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FAQ

FAQ: Stereophonics on physical formats

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

When and where was Stereophonics formed?

Stereophonics formed in 1996 in Cwmaman, Wales.

What are the main musical genres associated with Stereophonics?

They are mainly associated with Britpop, indie rock, and pop rock genres.

Which album includes the hit song "Dakota"?

"Dakota" is featured on the 2005 album Language. Sex. Violence. Other?.

How many tracks does the album 'Word Gets Around' have?

The debut album 'Word Gets Around' contains 12 tracks.

Are there vinyl pressings of Stereophonics albums available in France?

Yes, several vinyl pressings of Stereophonics albums are available in Europe, including France, with varying editions like originals and reissues.

What formats and vinyl editions are common for Stereophonics albums?

Most albums have been released on LP format with various editions including limited editions, reissues, and standard releases.

Which album is notable for having limited edition vinyl pressings with a median price around €45?

Just Enough Education To Perform features limited edition LP pressings popular among collectors.

What changes occurred in the band's drummer lineup after 2003?

Stuart Cable left in 2003; Steve Gorman temporarily filled in, followed by Argentine Javier Weyler joining in 2004.

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: 06/07/2026