The Britpop revival has been underway for months, but it’s really come into vogue after Oasis’s triumphant, sometimes still unbelievable return in Cardiff last night.
Those nostalgic moments many felt at the show will no doubt conjure up the zeitgeist of Cool Britannia; when Britain ruled the airwaves both sides of the Atlantic, interest in British music was at a level akin to the British Invasion of the '60s, and a number of acts were giving their US counterparts a run for their money. Then, of course, there were the numerous releases – which is what we’re focusing on today.
We’ve taken a look at Discogs, the online music marketplace, to see what releases from a number of Britpop acts are worth a small fortune – with one release in particular having sold for just over £800 previously on the website. Some of these records are incredibly rare, while others, for music fans of a certain age, might just be lounging in your collection begging to be played... or sold, depending on your feelings about the artists in 2025.
So, what have been some of the most valuable records from the era of Cool Britannia, and what were the most they sold for through Discogs? Read on to find out!
5. The Bluetones - Expecting To Fly (Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Stereo, Gatefold – BLUELPG 004 – BLUELP 004, UK, 1996)
The Bluetones soared to fame with their 1996 debut, Expecting To Fly, reaching No. 1 in the UK. Known for their melodic, jangly guitar pop, it was a feel-good anthem for the Britpop era. This UK limited and numbered LP, presented in a gatefold sleeve, is a highly sought-after original pressing, reaching a highest price of £112.75 on Discogs. | Getty Images/Discogs
6. Supergrass - In It For The Money (Vinyl, LP, Album - Parlophone – PCS 7388, EMI – 7243 8 55228 1 9, EMI – 8 55228 1, EMI – 8552281, UK, 21 Apr 1997)
Supergrass's 1997 sophomore effort, In It For The Money, demonstrated a more mature and ambitious sound while retaining their youthful energy. It's often cited as one of their most critically acclaimed works. An original UK LP pressing of this seminal album is highly desirable, commanding a highest sale price of £120.00 on Discogs. | Getty Images/Discogs
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7. Mansun - Little Kix (2 × Vinyl, LP, Album - Parlophone – 724352778218, UK, 14 Aug 2000)
Released in 2000, Little Kix showcases Mansun's continued evolution with their unique blend of art-rock, pop, and progressive elements, making it a testament to their distinct sound in the post-Britpop landscape. This original UK 2xLP pressing is a valuable find, demonstrating its significant collector appeal with a highest recorded sale on Discogs of £120.00. | Getty Images/Discogs
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8. The Charlatans - Up To Our Hips (Vinyl, LP, Album - Beggars Banquet – BBQLP 147, UK, 1994)
Up To Our Hips marked The Charlatans' continued journey through the 90s, evolving from their Madchester roots into a more expansive and soulful sound that resonated with the Britpop crowd. An original UK LP pressing of this album is highly valued by fans and collectors, having achieved a highest price of £120.24 on Discogs. | Getty Images/Discogs