Thundercat’s 2011 album blends experimental jazz-funk and soul-jazz elements, rooted in electronic and funk traditions.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Thundercat
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Thundercat, Jazz-fused funk and soul from Los Angeles’ Stephen Bruner.
9 vinyl entries spanning 2011 to 2026 on Brainfeeder label with evolving jazz, funk, and electronic styles.
Emerging from Los Angeles, Thundercat stands as a multifaceted musician proficient in bass guitar, vocals, and production. His catalog comprises 9 vinyl records colored by rich influences ranging from jazz fusion and funk to electronic music. Through the Brainfeeder label, his releases showcase an evolving style that embraces experimental and soul-jazz elements alongside modern electronic production.
Vinyl editions feature formats from 10" 45 RPM discs to 12" LPs presented in limited and numbered editions. The catalog captures a timeline from 2011's The Golden Age of Apocalypse up to the anticipated 2026 release Distracted.
Discography
Thundercat — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Thundercat's career.








The essentials
The 3 Thundercat albums you absolutely need
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This 2017 release offers 23 tracks spanning acid jazz, contemporary R&B, neo soul, and fusion, delivered on a rare 10" 45 RPM format.
A 2020 album blending contemporary jazz, hip hop, and R&B, notable for its limited numbered vinyl editions and club releases.
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Thundercat
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Bass lines on Drunk brought a fresh fusion of funk and jazz to the contemporary scene.— Music commentary
Distracted original pressing worldwide on Brainfeeder
The 2026 original worldwide LP pressing of Distracted on Brainfeeder carries catalog numbers BF165N and BF165, available in stereo with at least 120 units currently for sale at the lowest price near 18 euros.
Japanese limited edition of Distracted
Japan receives a limited edition of Distracted LP in 2026 labeled BF165NBR, also stereo, with fewer than 15 copies for sale and a higher price point approaching 36 euros.
It Is What It Is US limited club edition LP
Released in 2020, the U.S. pressing of It Is What It Is includes a limited edition, numbered club edition LP with catalog numbers BF100X and BF100, currently fetching prices up to 52 euros with only 9 copies for sale.
Drunk offers extensive 23-track experiences on 10" 45 RPM vinyl
The 2017 album Drunk contains 23 tracks that include diverse styles like acid jazz, neo soul, and fusion, pressed on the less common 10" 45 RPM format favored by collectors.
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FAQ: Thundercat on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres does Thundercat's vinyl work cover?
His vinyl discography spans funk, soul, jazz fusion, electronic, and contemporary R&B styles, reflecting a broad musical versatility.
Which Thundercat albums are most sought after on vinyl?
Key records include The Golden Age of Apocalypse (2011), Drunk (2017), and It Is What It Is (2020), all available as LPs or special editions.
Are there limited or numbered editions of Thundercat albums on vinyl?
Yes, releases like It Is What It Is (2020) come in limited, numbered club edition LPs, adding appeal for collectors.
Where can I find original pressings of Distracted (2026)?
Distracted’s original worldwide vinyl pressing is on Brainfeeder label with catalog numbers BF165N/BF165, available internationally.
Does Thundercat have vinyl releases available in France?
Some albums like Apocalypse and The Golden Age of Apocalypse have pressing versions distributed in Europe, including France.
What vinyl formats are common for Thundercat releases?
His vinyl releases come in 10" 45 RPM and 12" LP formats, with some limited and special edition club pressings.
How many tracks are typically on a Thundercat vinyl album?
Vinyl albums vary from around 12 tracks on classic LP formats to up to 23 tracks on special 10" 45 RPM editions like Drunk.
How have Thundercat's vinyl prices evolved recently?
Prices vary by edition; limited club editions of It Is What It Is top 50 euros, while widely available pressings like Apocalypse range from 15 to 35 euros.
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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.







