Album types

group of extended play releases by an artist usually released at the same time with the same title and tracks but in different formats for consumption (digital, CD, LP)

album type consisting of works chosen for a particular purpose or theme

longplay record

album type of audio recordings made up of tracks recorded in a recording studio

album with a theme

music recorded for limited circulation or reference use rather than for general public release

album type recorded at a single concert, or combined recordings made at multiple concerts

compilation of various media or other items packaged in a box

album type consisting mostly of remixes or re-recorded versions of earlier released material

compilation of songs by a particular artist or band

recorded collection of cover versions of songs or instrumental compositions

audio recording album which spans two units of the primary medium in which it is sold

music album which includes tracks by two or more separate artists

music recorded directly from the soundtrack of a piece of media

A mini-LP or mini-album is a short record album or LP, usually retailing at a lower price than an album that would be considered full-length. It is distinct from an EP due to containing more tracks and a slightly longer running length. A mini-LP is not to be confused with the Japanese CDs issued in a "mini LP sleeve" or "paper jacket".

type of compilation album

audio-visual music release like a compilation of music videos or a filmed concert performance

music albums released with little or no prior publicity

songs on an album accompanied by a series of videos or a single film serving as a visual vehicle for the music