So, hands up who needs a little more spending money ahead of Christmas? Me too....
But a show of hands to our beloved vinyl hunters, both seasoned and new to “the game,” who are willing to part with some of your most treasured items in your collection to earn a little more money - or a lot more in some cases - to cover Christmas 2025?
I thought so - me neither.
But there have been some very lucrative sales over the past few weeks on online marketplace Discogs, and only one Taylor Swift vinyl on our list this month; surprisingly, given the amount of variants that were released in the lead up to The Life of a Showgirl’s release.
We’ve dived into the ever-fluctuating world of music collecting once again this month, looking once again at some of those releases that have elicited huge figures at their highest selling point, with Northern Soul once again permeating our list. As ever, treat this list as a guide rather than ‘gospel,’ as again, what someone wants one week doesn’t mean it’ll be worth the same a week later.
Supply and demand, I believe, is the business phrase used.
But what have been the big sellers on Discogs in October?
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1. Ozzy Osbourne – See You On The Other Side 2.0 (Limited Edition Box Set: Cat. No. 19075872171)
This limited edition 27-LP box set, a comprehensive collection of Ozzy's solo works, sold for a high of £784.01. The set's value is driven by its scarcity and the immense demand for collectables from the late artist. While it is a 2025 reissue, its limited run and extensive content make it a highly sought-after item. | Getty Images/Discogs
2. The Ascots – Another Day / Love (Original 1967 7" Single: Cat. No. Mir-A-Don 1004)
This incredibly rare Northern Soul single sold for a high of £1,350.00. Its immense value is a result of its extreme scarcity, as it was released on a very small label in 1967 with very limited distribution. The single is a key piece of Northern Soul history and is widely sought after by collectors worldwide. | Discogs
3. Taylor Swift – Reputation (Limited Edition Orange Translucent: Cat. No. BMRCO0600G)
While her latest albums have had a huge number of variants available, this record goes back to 2017 for the release of her For Your Entertainment variant of Reputation. This limited edition FYE exclusive vinyl, pressed on translucent orange wax, sold for a high of £1,425.00. Its immense value is a result of its extreme scarcity, having been a limited retail exclusive - no doubt some Swiftie out there has a copy. To sell or not to, though... | Getty Images/Discogs
4. "Weird Al" Yankovic – Squeeze Box: The Complete Works Of "Weird Al" Yankovic (Limited Edition Box Set: Cat. No. 88875124441)
This comprehensive 15-LP box set sold for a high of £1,500.00. The set's immense value stems from its limited edition status and unique packaging, a replica of Weird Al's signature accordion. It includes all 14 of his studio albums, remastered on 150-gram vinyl, plus a bonus disc of rare tracks. | Getty Images/Discogs
5. Martha Starr – Love Is The Only Solution / I'm Lonely (Original 1966 7" Single: Cat. No. Thelma T-112)
This legendary Northern Soul single sold for a high of £1,500.00. Its immense value is a result of its extreme rarity, as it was released on the small, Detroit-based Thelma Record Co. with very limited distribution. The record's raw, emotional vocals and heartfelt lyrics make it a timeless classic on the Northern Soul scene. | Discogs
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6. Pink Floyd – The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn (Original 1967 UK Stereo Pressing: Cat. No. SCX 6157)
This original UK stereo pressing of the band's debut album sold for a high of £1,500.00. The value of this record is a testament to its cultural significance and the legendary status of the band's brief but influential early career. Its psychedelic sound and lyrical themes, driven by the genius of Syd Barrett, make it a cornerstone of music history. | Getty Images/Discogs