Nightmares
Architects
2006Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Artist profile · 03/07/2026
Architects
Architects formed in Brighton in 2004, rooted in metalcore and alternative metal. They evolved through several names before settling on Architects. Their work blends heavy riffs and emotional intensity, gaining a significant UK and international audience.
- 8
- Albums on Vinyles.com
- 844k
- Last.fm listeners
- 80M
- Last.fm plays
About
Architects, Twelve years of British metalcore energy from Brighton.
13 vinyl releases span from intense metalcore to experimental metal; key albums tracked with pricing and pressing variants.
Architects is a British metalcore band founded in 2004 in Brighton. Initially named Inharmonic, then Counting the Days, they finally adopted the name Architects. The band members are all vegan, a lifestyle choice influenced by documentaries. They have issued 13 vinyl records ranging across metalcore, alternative and black metal, with releases on labels such as Epitaph and Century Media. Their discography reflects a progression from heavier traditional metalcore sounds to more experimental and melodic compositions.
Vinyl collectors will find a variety of pressings, including limited editions and test pressings from Europe, the US, and Australia.
Discography
Architects discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Hollow Crown
Architects
2009Studio
- Vinyl 7
- CD 2
- Cassette
The Here and Now
Architects
2011Studio
- Vinyl 13
- CD 3
- Cassette
Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Architects
2022Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
the classic symptoms of a broken spirit
Architects
2022Studio
- Vinyl 11
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
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Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
AnimalsFor Those That Wish To Exist · 2021 - 02
DoomsdayHoly Hell · 2018 - 03
Seeing RedThe Sky, The Earth & All Between · 2025 - 04
when we were youngThe Classic Symptoms Of A Broken Spirit · 2022 - 05
Early Grave - 06CurseThe Sky, The Earth & All Between · 2025
- 07BlackholeThe Sky, The Earth & All Between · 2025
- 08HereafterHoly Hell · 2018
Essentials
3 Architects albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 2014A defining metalcore album with 22-track versions on vinyl, released on Epitaph, showing their signature sound development.
22 tracks including CD versionsLP, Album formatReleased on EpitaphMultiple vinyl versions- #2 · 2016
This 11-track metalcore record balances intensity with refined production, available across several exclusive vinyl pressings.
11 tracksLimited Edition LPReleased 2016 on EpitaphMultiple pressings 
#3 · 2021A 15-track album that expands their soundscapes with experimental elements, available as a limited numbered vinyl edition.
15 tracksLimited Edition, Numbered LPReleased 2021Epitaph label
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Architects
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
01Album Release
Ruin album launch
Architects released their second album, Ruin, in June 2007 through United By Fate Records after the departure of their original singer.
02Performance
First headline show at Oxford
In January 2007 in Oxford, Sam Carter debuted as lead vocalist mid-concert after Matt Johnson left the stage, marking a lineup change live on stage.
03Festival
Download Festival appearance
Architects performed at the Download Festival in 2007, gaining wider exposure in the UK metal scene alongside other independent bands.
04Vinyl Pressing
Test pressing of The Sky, The Earth & All Between
A Europe-released test pressing of the 2024 album "The Sky, The Earth & All Between" on the Epitaph Records label displays high collector interest despite limited availability.
All band members live a vegan lifestyle, influenced by their exposure to documentaries on the subject.— Band Fact
Architects vinyl discography
See allthe classic symptoms of a broken spirit
Architects
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2022-10-21EpitaphFrom$45.99
1 offerFor Those That Wish To Exist at Abbey Road
Architects
Metal / FusionMétal
2022-03-25EpitaphFrom$43.40
1 offer
Architects CDs
See allThe Sky The Earth and All Between
Architects
Metal / FusionMétal
2025-02-28ANTI/EPITAPHFrom$17.37
1 offerFor Those That Wish To Exist at Abbey Road
Architects
Metal / FusionMétal
2022-03-25EpitaphFrom$17.36
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Architects formed and where?
Architects was formed in 2004 in Brighton, United Kingdom.
What genre of music does Architects play?
Architects plays metalcore with influences from alternative metal and experimental metal styles.
Which Architects album has the most tracks on vinyl?
The album "Lost Forever // Lost Together" includes 22 tracks across vinyl and CD versions, the most in their catalog.
Are there limited edition vinyl pressings of Architects albums?
Yes, albums like "For Those That Wish To Exist" and "Holy Hell" have limited edition vinyl releases including numbered and stereo versions.
What are the price ranges for Architects vinyl records?
Prices vary widely for Architects vinyl, with examples ranging from about 17 to 120 euros depending on edition and rarity.
How many vinyl albums by Architects are available in Europe?
Several albums including "The Classic Symptoms Of A Broken Spirit" and "Holy Hell" have European vinyl pressings available.
What are popular tracks by Architects to listen to on vinyl?
Popular tracks include "Animals," "Doomsday," and "Seeing Red," often sought after on vinyl collections.
Are all band members vegan, and why is this significant?
Yes, all members follow a vegan lifestyle, a choice inspired by watching documentaries that affected their personal and band outlook.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.
Last updated: 03/07/2026