How a Random White Stripes Single Became the Most Expensive Record Sold This Year (On Discogs)

The Most Expensive Record Sold In 2026If you were asked to guess the most expensive vinyl record sold in 2026, there is little chance you're going to get it right. The White Stripes' 1998 Lafayette Blues/Sugar Never Tasted So Good single is one of only 15 known copies in existence. Why Did The White Stripes Record Cost So Much? The White Stripes first released the Lafayette Blues/Sugar Never Tasted So Good single on Oct. 3, 1998. Italy Records via Discogs Italy Records via DiscogsThe copy that sold for $25,000 was unique as it contained artwork painted by both White and Buick.