#1 · 2022
A 9-track modern folk rock album released on Cooking Vinyl, blending indie rock elements with traditional tones.
9 tracksCooking Vinyl labelEuropean pressingsReleased 2022
Artist page · 03/07/2026
The Waterboys
Formed in Edinburgh in 1983, The Waterboys are a British band known for their folk rock sound with strong Celtic influences. Led by Mike Scott, the band moved through genres combining folk, rock, and pop across decades.
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938Discogs releases
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About
The Waterboys, British folk rock blending Celtic roots and rock 'n' roll since 1983.
Over 10 diverse vinyl albums blending folk, rock, and Celtic music; key pressings track between €8 and €44.
The Waterboys originated in Edinburgh and are associated with folk rock, Celtic rock, and alternative rock genres. Initially labeled under the term "Big Music," their sound evolved over time towards more folk and rock'n'roll influences. They have recorded and toured extensively since the early 1980s, with continuing activity after a brief hiatus in the 1990s. Their music is notable for literary references and spiritual themes often written by frontman Mike Scott.
Numerous vinyl releases span from their 1983 debut to recent albums like "A Rock In The Weary Land" (2023) and "Dream Harder" (1993) reissued in various formats. Vinyl pressings available offer different editions across Europe and Brazil, with prices for originals ranging up to 43.5€.
Discography
The Waterboys — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Sun · 2025Rips From The Cutting Room Floor
Studio
Sun · 2025Life, Death And Dennis Hopper
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Chrysalis Catalogue · 20241985
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Cooking Vinyl · 2022All Souls Hill
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Chrysalis Catalogue · 2021The Magnificent Seven - The Waterboys Fisherman's Blues/Room To Roam Band, 1989-90
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Cooking Vinyl · 2020Good Luck, Seeker
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Cooking Vinyl · 2019Where The Action Is
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BMG · 2017Out Of All This Blue
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Harlequin And Clown · 2015Modern Blues
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Proper Records · 2011An Appointment With Mr Yeats
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Chrysalis · 2011In A Special Place
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W14 Music · 2006Book Of Lightning
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Puck Records · 2005Karma To Burn
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Puck Records · 2003Universal Hall
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RCA · 2001Too Close To Heaven: The Unreleased Fisherman's Blues Sessions
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RCA · 2000A Rock In The Weary Land
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New Millennium Communications · 1998The Live Adventures Of The Waterboys
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Geffen Records · 1993Dream Harder
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Ensign · 1990Room To Roam
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Ensign · 1988Fisherman's Blues
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Ensign · 1985This Is The Sea
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Ensign · 1984A Pagan Place
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Island Records · 1984The Waterboys
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Chicken Jazz · 1983The Waterboys
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Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up The Waterboys's career.
01
The Whole of the Moon - 2004 Remaster
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02
The Whole of the Moon
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03
Fisherman's Blues - 2006 Remaster
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04
Fisherman's Blues
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05
We Will Not Be Lovers - 2006 Remaster
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06
A Girl Called Johnny - 2002 Remaster
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07
This Is the Sea - 2004 Remaster
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08
And A Bang On The Ear
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The essentials
The 3 The Waterboys albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2017
A sprawling 23-track AOR/pop release under BMG, offering complex arrangements and extended pieces across four LP sides.
23 tracksDeluxe Edition availableBMG labelReleased 2017
#3 · 1993
A folk rock album with 12 songs featuring themes of love, spirituality, and mysticism, originally released on Geffen Records.
12 tracksGeffen RecordsMultiple vinyl versionsReleased 1993
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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.
All Souls Hill
Market position
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Min price 8 €Max price 27 €
Average price
12,91 €
Only 80 copies for sale on Discogs
35 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Where The Action Is
Market position
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Min price 12 €Max price 18 €
Average price
14,68 €
Only 56 copies for sale on Discogs
35 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Out Of All This Blue
Market position
i
Min price 12 €Max price 67 €
Average price
22,50 €
Only 64 copies for sale on Discogs
69 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
A Rock In The Weary Land
Market position
i
Min price 21 €Max price 21 €
Average price
20,87 €
Only 36 copies for sale on Discogs
32 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dream Harder
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 44 €
Average price
19,18 €
Only 56 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Life, Death And Dennis Hopper
Market position
i
Min price 25 €Max price 30 €
Average price
26,09 €
Only 71 copies for sale on Discogs
49 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of The Waterboys
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
“For me, there is no difference between Mike Scott and The Waterboys; they both signify myself and those who accompany me.”— Mike Scott
01Formation
Formed in Edinburgh by Mike Scott in 1983
The Waterboys began in Edinburgh in 1983, led by singer-songwriter Mike Scott, blending British folk and Celtic influences into a signature sound.
02Pressing
Cooking Vinyl's European pressing of All Souls Hill in 2022
The 2022 album All Souls Hill was released on LP by Cooking Vinyl across Europe with catalog number COOKLP819 and original copies priced from 7.82€ to 27.00€.
03Vinyl Release
Dream Harder vinyl pressing in Brazil, 1993
The folk rock album Dream Harder was pressed on vinyl in Brazil by Geffen Records in 1993, catalog 170.8079, with collectors' prices reaching €43.50.
04Musical Style
Evolution from 'Big Music' to folk rock
Originally described as 'Big Music' for its grand sound, The Waterboys transitioned in the late 1980s towards folk and rock'n'roll influences, reflecting in albums like Fisherman's Blues and beyond.
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FAQ
FAQ: The Waterboys on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When and where was The Waterboys formed?
The Waterboys were formed in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, in 1983 by Mike Scott.
What are the main musical styles of The Waterboys?
The band is known for folk rock, Celtic rock, alternative rock, and pop influences.
Which albums by The Waterboys are notable for vinyl collectors?
Notable vinyl albums include "All Souls Hill" (2022), "Out Of All This Blue" (2017), and "Dream Harder" (1993), with various European and Brazilian pressings.
What genres do The Waterboys’ albums explore?
Their albums explore folk, Celtic music, rock, pop, and alternative sounds, often with literary and spiritual themes.
Are The Waterboys popular in France and do they influence French artists?
The Waterboys have influenced French artist Cali, who collaborated musically with Mike Scott and toured in France demonstrating their impact there.
What is the price range for original Waterboys vinyl pressings in Europe?
Original European vinyl pressings typically range from about 8€ to over 40€, depending on album and condition.
How can I identify an original pressing of "All Souls Hill"?
The original European vinyl release of "All Souls Hill" has the catalog number COOKLP819 and was released in 2022 by Cooking Vinyl.
Are there notable differences between original and reissue Waterboys vinyl editions?
Yes, reissues often come with different catalog numbers, sometimes deluxe editions, and may vary in pressing country or packaging details.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 03/07/2026