.png?crop=3:2,smart&trim=&width=640&quality=70&enable=upscale)
So, if vinyl collecting is a little on the expensive side (and I’ll be the first to admit it – roll on payday), then what about dabbling in the somewhat overlooked world of CD collecting?
Though perhaps not as ‘on trend’ as the vinyl format in recent years, there is a renewed interest in the format, with younger generations now rediscovering the ubiquitous disc that can be played almost anywhere.
Be it a DVD player, a Discman, or the car stereo, the format is undergoing a bit of a resurgence this year, with Gen Z sharing their latest CD finds on TikTok or Instagram. And with charity shops across the United Kingdom often offering a wide selection of CDs for very little, perhaps now is as good a time as any to hop aboard the bandwagon while it's gaining momentum?
We’ve consulted Discogs – any excuse for this writer to visit – to find out what CD releases are currently on the most Wantlists on the online marketplace.
But before you think you’ve scored something valuable, remember to check the pressing date using matrix codes or catalogue numbers, verify the pressing location, and, above all, assess the CD's condition. A CD resembling a drinks coaster won’t elicit the response you're hoping for…
So, what 17 CD releases are Discogs users looking for in May 2025? Read on to find out!
.png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
7. The Notorious B.I.G. - Ready To Die (1994 US Original Pressing)
A hugely influential and classic hip-hop album. Original US Bad Boy Entertainment pressings are valued as the initial release of a cornerstone of East Coast hip-hop and a defining work by a legendary artist. 🔎 71717 Wants | Getty Images
.png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
8. The Smashing Pumpkins - Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness (1995 US Original 2xCD)
A sprawling and ambitious double album from a major alternative rock band at their peak. Original US Virgin pressings of this elaborate release are sought after for their completeness and as a testament to the era's artistic ambition within the CD format. 🔎 73262 Wants | Getty Images
.png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
9. Amy Winehouse - Back To Black (2006 UK Original Pressing with Enhanced CD)
This album's critical acclaim and Winehouse's tragic passing have contributed to the desirability of original UK pressings, especially those with the enhanced CD content. It serves as a reminder of her immense talent and the album's lasting impact. 🔎 73679 Wants | Getty Images
-Morning-Glory_-(1995-UK-Original-Pressing).png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
10. Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory? (1995 UK Original Pressing)
A defining album of the Britpop era, capturing the height of Oasis's popularity in the UK. Original UK Creation Records pressings are valued as tangible artefacts of this cultural moment and the band's iconic status. 🔎 81515 Wants | Getty Images
.png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
11. My Bloody Valentine - Loveless (1991 UK Original Pressing)
This album is legendary for its ground-breaking sound and meticulous production. Original UK Creation Records pressings are highly sought after due to their sonic characteristics and the album's immense influence on subsequent alternative and shoegaze music. The band's dedicated cult following also drives demand - much to this writer's frustration with the market... 🔎 84284 Wants (including me) | Getty Images
.png?crop=4:3&trim=&width=630)
12. Pearl Jam - Ten (1991 US Original Pressing)
Another cornerstone of the early 90s grunge explosion. Original US Epic Associated pressings are valued as the initial release of an album that defined a generation and launched a hugely successful band. 🔎 87555 Wants | Getty Images