A sampler album, also known as a compilation album, is a collection of songs from various artists, typically released by a record label to promote new or upcoming talent.

An anthology album is a compilation album that features songs from a specific genre, era, or theme.

A box set is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a single artist or band, spanning their entire career.

A benefit album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to raise funds for a charitable cause.

A posthumous album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released after their death.

An event album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to celebrate a specific event or occasion.

An anniversary album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released to commemorate a significant anniversary.

A promotional album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to promote a specific product or brand.

A live album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released to showcase their live performances.

A holiday album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to celebrate a specific holiday or season.

A rarities album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released to showcase their unreleased or rare recordings.

A soundtrack album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to promote a specific film or television show.

A collaboration album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released to showcase their collaborations with other artists.

A genre compilation album is a compilation album that features songs from various artists, typically released to celebrate a specific musical genre or style.

A covers album is a compilation album that typically includes songs from a specific artist or band, released to showcase their covers of other artists' songs.