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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?
7. Gerri Hall – Who Can I Run To / I Lost The Key (Original 1966 7" Single: Cat. No. Hot Line 905)
This incredibly rare Northern Soul single sold for a high of £1,918.61. Widely considered a "holy grail" for collectors, the record's immense value stems from its extreme scarcity and legendary bongo intro. The powerful, soulful vocals and driving rhythm have cemented its place as a top-tier track on the Northern Soul scene. | Discogs
8. Carole Veal – H'Way Of Love (Original 1968 7" Single: Cat. No. Ditanfra 45-1000)
This incredibly rare Northern Soul and funk single sold for a high price of £2,445.66. The record is widely considered another "holy grail" for collectors due to its extreme scarcity, as it was released on a tiny, private label with very limited distribution. Its unique blend of soulful vocals and a groovy, upbeat tempo makes it a standout in the genre. | Getty Images/Discogs
9. Kiss – Kiss (Original 1974 Terre Haute Pressing: Cat. No. NB 9001)
This extremely rare first pressing of the band's debut album sold for a high of £3,187.51. It is one of the original 100,000 copies that was released without the song 'Kissin' Time,' a fact that was corrected on all subsequent pressings. Its scarcity and historical significance to the band's early career have made it a "holy grail" for Kiss collectors worldwide. | Getty Images/Discogs
10. Lee Morgan – Candy (Original 1958 Blue Note Mono Pressing: Cat. No. BLP 1590)
This original 1958 mono pressing of the jazz classic sold for a high of £3,375.01. As a highly sought-after "deep groove" Blue Note record, its value is immense due to its rarity and legendary status among jazz collectors. The album's historical significance, combined with its pristine condition, makes it a true collector's item. | Getty Images/Discogs
11. The Beatles – Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Nimbus Supercut: Cat. No. PCS 7027)
A highly prized 1984 "Supercut" version of this album sold for approximately £4,000.00. These records were released in a limited run of 1,000 as a mail-order promotion for audiophiles and are renowned for their superior sound quality. The Nimbus pressings are known for their exceptional sonic clarity and precision, making them highly sought after for serious collectors. | Getty Images/Discogs
12. Various Artists – Ethiopian Modern Instrumentals Hits (Original 1972 Pressing: Cat. No. AELP 10)
Sold for a high price of £4,017.8, this album is a legendary compilation of Ethiopian jazz, or Ethio-Jazz, from the golden age of the country's music scene, including works by Mulatu Astatke (pictured). Its scarcity, combined with the immense cultural and musical significance of the tracks, has made it a must for collectors of African and world music. | Getty Images/Discogs