10 surprisingly valuable 1990s and noughties vinyl albums

Recent vinyl records worth more than you think

It's common knowledge that avid vinyl collectors are prepared to pay huge amounts for first pressings, limited editions and other rarities from music history. But even some relatively recent releases can fetch a tidy sum.

Read on to discover 10 vinyl records from the 1990s and noughties you may have in your collection that could be worth more than you think. 

All dollar amounts in US dollars.

Jamiroquai – Emergency on Planet Earth: $105

Jamiroquai's debut stormed to the top of the UK Albums Chart in 1993 and went platinum in the country, as well as in France and Japan.

The acid jazz gem, which stands out for its trailblazing environmental theme, is a favorite among collectors. A 1993 copy in excellent condition recently sold on eBay for $105. And as you'd expect, first pressings are worth even more.

Norah Jones – Come Away With Me: $125

A massive commercial and critical success, Norah Jones' Come Away With Me was a number-one hit in 20 countries, sold a breathtaking 30 million copies and won several Grammy Awards. The 2002 smash may be one of the bestselling albums of the 21st century, but common pressings are surprisingly valuable, despite their relative abundance.

If you've got one in excellent condition, it's worth around $125.

Portishead – Dummy: $230

Portishead's 1994 debut was a defining moment for the emerging trip-hop genre. The album's blend of hip-hop beats, obscure samples and Beth Gibbons' haunting vocals resonated deeply with listeners and critics alike, earning it the prestigious Mercury Music Prize.

A standard pressing of the album was sold by Atlas Records in January for $230. If you own a copy, check whether the liner notes for Glory Box mistakenly credit Ike's Rap III as 'Isaac Moods.' If so, you have a rare misprinted first pressing, which is worth around double the price.

Oasis – Definitely Maybe: $325

Oasis' long-awaited reunion and upcoming global tour have sparked renewed interest in the band's back catalog, driving up the value of their early releases.

In impeccable condition, a copy of Oasis' 1994 debut studio album Definitely Maybe is worth $325, according to Martin Hughes, a vinyl records specialist at Wessex Auction Rooms in Chippenham, England, as reported in The Sun newspaper.

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Nirvana – MTV Unplugged in New York: $400

Nirvana's 1994 MTV Unplugged session is legendary. The stripped-down acoustic performance cemented the grunge band's legacy and remains a defining moment in the MTV Unplugged series.

A sealed copy of the live LP of the performance fetched $400 on eBay in February. If you have a used copy, it could be worth up to $200 depending on the condition, according to Discogs.

Chris Cornell – Songbook: $500

Chris Cornell, the frontman of Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple of the Dog, also forged a stellar solo career, which was tragically cut short by his untimely death in 2017 at age 52.

Songbook is the late grunge luminary's intimate 2011 live album. A fan must-have, it sells for up to $500 on eBay.

Dr Dre – The Chronic: $500

Dr Dre's 1992 debut studio album is a hip-hop landmark and mandatory for serious aficionados of the genre.

A first pressing of the vinyl LP can fetch up to $500. Used later pressings can go for impressive sums too, with the median sale price a respectable $193, according to Discogs.

Oasis – (What's the Story) Morning Glory?: $535

The buzz surrounding the Oasis comeback and world tour is bumping up the price of the Manchester band's other albums aside from Definitely Maybe.

In September last year, a copy of Oasis' sophomore release from 1995, (What's the Story) Morning Glory?, went under the hammer at Wessex Auction Rooms for $535.

Madonna – Celebration: $1,100

The top-selling female artist of all time has a formidable back-catalogue, and then some. When it comes to collectibles, Celebration, Madonna's four-LP greatest hits compilation from 2009, is among the most coveted.

The European version is especially sought-after. According to Discogs, copies sell for around $1,100, with sealed first pressings fetching the most money.

George Michael – Older: $1,165

The late George Michael's third solo studio album has pride of place in many a music lover's CD collection, but if you're lucky enough to own the album in vinyl form, you possess a valuable asset.

Mint copies of the 1996 LP are worth up to £900, according to Discogs.

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