About Discogs

What Is Discogs?

Discogs is a user-built database containing information on artists, labels, and their recordings. Discogs is constantly growing as users submit releases to the database. Refer to the help section for information on how to submit.

What does "Discogs" mean?

Discogs is short for "Discographies", which are lists of an artist's or label's recordings.

dis-cog-ra-phy (n., pl. dis-cog-ra-phies.)

• The study and cataloguing of phonograph records.
• A comprehensive list of the recordings made by a particular performer or of a particular composer's works.

What can I do here?

At Discogs you can search for information about music, and help build the database by submitting information that is not here yet. With a Discogs Account you can personalize parts of the site, and track your collection and wantlist of music. Discogs also offers forums for discussing music.

Can I listen to music here?

No. Discogs does not offer music downloads.

Is Discogs a shop?

No, we are not an online record shop, but we do have a marketplace section where users can buy and sell items as private sales. We also offer links to search other stores.

How can I contact an artist or label?

Discogs is not affiliated with any labels or artists listed. Any contact information we have is listed on the site. If you're looking for promos or trying to get your music released we cannot help you.

Where can I buy this CD or record?

Discogs is an information database and not a traditional online store. Try using the "shopping" links to find what you're looking for. Discogs also has a separate Marketplace section where people sell their own records.

Our Commitment

Take a look at our Social Contract.

Staff

Kevin Lewandowski - Founder / Programmer
Nik - Database Manager
Jason Falone - Marketplace Manager