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A new month, a fresh wage in your bank account and a couple of record fairs coming up - it seems a fitting time then to start adding once more to your vinyl collection.
But aside from the completionists looking to complete their collections, what about those looking to start theirs off with a bang? Well, we’ve taken a look once again at Discogs, the online music marketplace, to find out what the most wanted vinyl is for July 2025. Is there still a market for the numerous variants that Taylor Swift has released, now that the dust has settled around her latest album (finally), or are people going back to more vintage releases from hallowed acts of old?
Here’s the current top 25 most wanted records according to Discogs - which begs the question; are any hidden amongst your record collection?
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5. Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath (1970 UK pressing, Vertigo VO 6, LP, Album, Phono)
The album that invented heavy metal. The original UK Vertigo 'Swirl' pressing of Black Sabbath's debut is a legendary, highly collectible record for its dark, brooding atmosphere and foundational sound. 🔎 260417 wants | Getty Images/Discogs
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6. Pink Floyd - Meddle (1971 UK pressing, Harvest SHVL 795, LP, Album, A-1)
Containing the epic 'Echoes,' this original UK pressing of Meddle is admired for its progressive soundscapes and a-side/b-side labels, offering a deep, immersive listen that foreshadowed Dark Side. 🔎 264545 wants | Getty Images/Discogs
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7. Michael Jackson - Thriller (1982 US pressing, Epic QE 38112, LP, Album, Pitman Pressing)
While widely pressed, early US pressings of Thriller are sought for their superior audio quality, capturing the pop perfection and ground-breaking production of the best-selling album of all time. A crucial piece of music history. 🔎 319213 wants | Getty Images/Discogs
8. The Velvet Underground & Nico - The Velvet Underground & Nico (1967 US pressing, Verve Records V-5008, LP, Album, Mono)
The iconic "Banana Album." Original US mono pressings with the peelable banana sticker (or early "peeled" versions) are extremely rare and valuable, representing a foundational album in alternative rock history. 🔎 320931 wants | Getty Images/Discogs