The Dead Boys were primarily signed to Sire Records during their most active and commercially successful period in the late 1970s. Under Sire Records, they released their two most significant albums: "Young, Loud and Snotty" (1977) and "We Have Come for Your Children" (1978).

Sire Records, founded by Seymour Stein, was a perfect fit for the Dead Boys as the label was known for signing pioneering punk and new wave acts during this era. The label was also home to other notable punk bands like the Ramones and Talking Heads.

Before signing with Sire, the Dead Boys released their first single "Sonic Reducer" on Bomp! Records in 1977. This single caught the attention of Sire Records, leading to their major label contract.

After the band's initial breakup in 1979, various compilations and live albums were released through different labels, including:

- Bomp! Records
- Line Records
- Revenge Records
- Ruby Records

However, Sire Records remains the label most strongly associated with the Dead Boys, having released their original studio albums during the band's prime years. These recordings represent the band's official discography and their most significant commercial releases.

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