Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Over 20 vinyl releases including original 1970s pressings sought after by collectors worldwide.
The Meters originated in New Orleans, setting the foundation for modern funk with their syncopated rhythms and minimalist approach. Their recordings from 1969 to the late 1970s encompass a distinctive blend of soul, funk, and R&B often labeled as Bayou Funk. Their catalog includes over 20 vinyl releases featuring albums like "Look-Ka Py Py" (1970), "Cabbage Alley" (1972), and "Rejuvenation" (1974). Originals on labels such as Josie, Reprise, and Warner Bros. are tracked for real-time prices and availability among audiophiles and collectors.
The band maintained a focus on groove and instrumentation with minimal vocal emphasis, resulting in tracks such as "Cissy Strut" and "Just Kissed My Baby" becoming staples.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Sing Records · 2025
Rhino Records · 1992
Rounder Records · 1992
Rounder Records · 1990
REG Associates · 1981
Warner Bros. Records · 1977
Reprise Records · 1976
Reprise Records · 1975
Reprise Records · 1974
Reprise Records · 1972
Josie · 1970
Josie · 1970
Josie · 1969Playlist
The tracks that sum up The Meters's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Key 1974 album blending Bayou Funk and soul, featuring "Hey Pocky A-Way" and an extended track "It Ain't No Use." Highly wanted with notable original pressings.
1975 album continuing their Bayou Funk style with 11 tracks including "Fire On The Bayou" and "Mardi Gras Mambo." Original releases on Reprise are tracked for pricing.
Late 1970s Warner Bros. album with 8 tracks including "No More Okey Doke" and "Funkify Your Life." Several pressings are available for collectors.
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Artists who share part of The Meters'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.
"Our focus was always on the groove and minimalism, letting the rhythm speak for itself."— The Meters
The 1974 album Rejuvenation saw production collaboration with Allen Toussaint, a key figure behind the sound of New Orleans funk. The sessions captured the band's signature tight grooves and soulful depth.
The US original pressing of New Directions from 1977 on Warner Bros. Records (catno BS 3042) remains a highly collectible vinyl with prices ranging from €9.56 to €16.50 in real-time monitoring.
Released initially on their 1969 self-titled album, "Cissy Strut" became one of their most recognized instrumental tracks, with over 1.7 million plays highlighting its enduring appeal.
The band’s 1975 live performance at the Great American Music Hall was released as a numbered LP edition in 2025, capturing their raw stage energy with vinyl released by Sing Records.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
The Meters formed in 1965 in New Orleans, Louisiana, known for pioneering funk music rooted in Bayou style.
Essential vinyl includes "Rejuvenation" (1974), "Fire On The Bayou" (1975), and "New Directions" (1977), all with multiple original pressings and reissues.
Their music blends funk, soul, and R&B with strong New Orleans Bayou influences, characterized by groovy, rhythmic instrumentals.
Yes, several albums such as "Cabbage Alley" and "Rejuvenation" have limited edition colored vinyl releases for collectors.
"Cissy Strut" appears on their 1969 self-titled album "The Meters," a cornerstone track in funk music history.
Original 1970s pressings on labels like Josie, Reprise, and Warner Bros. from the US, UK, and Netherlands can be found and compared on vinyl price platforms.
"New Directions" features 8 tracks including "No More Okey Doke" and "Funkify Your Life," with a total runtime around 40 minutes.
The Meters formed in 1965 and continue to be recognized for their influence though the original band ceased regular activity; legacy releases and performances persist.
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