Metal Magic
Pantera
1983Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Pantera
Pantera formed in Arlington in 1982, evolving from glam metal roots to defining groove metal, a thrash-related style dominant in the 1990s.
- 7
- Albums on Vinyles.com
- 2.7M
- Last.fm listeners
- 137M
- Last.fm plays
About
Pantera, From glam beginnings to groove metal pioneers, dominating the 90s scene.
7 key albums including ’Far Beyond Driven’; diverse pressings tracked in real time for collectors.
Pantera began as a glam metal band in the early 1980s with founding brothers Dimebag Darrell (guitar) and Vinnie Paul (drums), joined by Rex Brown (bass) and Terrence Lee (vocals). The lineup solidified in 1986 when Philip Anselmo replaced Lee, marking the start of their signature sound blending thrash and groove metal influences. They broke through mainstream metal with the 1990 ’Cowboys From Hell’ album, followed by pivotal releases such as ’Vulgar Display Of Power’ (1992) and ’Far Beyond Driven’ (1994), which topped charts in the US and Australia. Their subsequent albums, ’The Great Southern Trendkill’ (1996) and ’Reinventing The Steel’ (2000), continued to push heavier sounds amid internal struggles, ending with their breakup in 2003.
Discography
Pantera discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Projects in the Jungle
Pantera
1984Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
I Am the Night
Pantera
1985Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Power Metal
Pantera
1988Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Best of Pantera: Far Beyond the Great Southern Cowboys’ Vulgar Hits!
Pantera
2003Compilation
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Far Beyond Bootleg: Live From Donnington '94
Pantera
2014Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
1988-12-20: The Basement, Dallas, TX, USA
Pantera
2015Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Metropolis, Montreal, Canada, April 10th, 1994 (Doxy Collection, Remastered, Live on Fm Broadcasting)
Pantera
2015Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
live, 1992-06-27: Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Pantera
2015Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Showdown, Dallas, Texas, July 21, St 1989 (Remastered) [Live on Fm Broadcasting)
Pantera
2016Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Die For Pride (Live 1992)
Pantera
2022Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live Noize (Radio Broadcast Recording, 1998)
Pantera
1998RadioUnofficial radio recording
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
WalkOfficial Live: 101 Proof · 1997 - 02Cowboys From HellOfficial Live: 101 Proof · 1997
- 03Cemetery GatesOfficial Live: 101 Proof · 1997
- 04This LoveOfficial Live: 101 Proof · 1997
- 05
I'm BrokenFar Beyond Driven · 1994 - 06
DominationCowboys From Hell: The Demos · 2010 - 07
Mouth for WarFar Beyond Bootleg (Live From Donington '94) · 2014 - 085 Minutes AloneFar Beyond Driven · 1994
Essentials
3 Pantera albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1994Reached number one on US and Australian charts; marks Pantera's shift to a heavier groove metal sound with 12 tracks including ’Strength Beyond Strength’.
12 tracksGroove Metal styleOriginal 1994 pressings valuedReleased on Atlantic & EastWest labels
#2 · 1997Live album capturing the band’s intense stage presence with 16 tracks, including ’Walk’ and ’Cowboys From Hell’; highly sought-after US pressings.
16 tracksLive recordingUS EastWest label original pressingAvailable remastered pressings
#3 · 2000Last studio album before breakup featuring 10 tracks like ’Revolution Is My Name’ and ’Hellbound’; European pressings on Elektra notable.
10 tracksHeavy metal thrash styleEuropean Elektra releasesMultiple vinyl editions
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Pantera
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
01Lineup Change
Philip Anselmo joins in 1986
In 1986, Philip Anselmo replaced original vocalist Terrence Lee, marking a transition from glam metal roots to the heavier groove sound that defined Pantera’s signature style.
02Live Performance
Monsters of Rock Moscow 1991
Pantera played to hundreds of thousands at the 1991 Monsters of Rock festival in Moscow, a key moment elevating their status in the global metal scene.
03Studio Album
’Far Beyond Driven’ tops charts in 1994
Their 1994 album ’Far Beyond Driven’ reached number one on charts in the US and Australia, cementing Pantera’s influence with songs like ’Strength Beyond Strength’ and ’Becoming’.
‘Far Beyond Driven’ is the album that took Pantera from metal fan favorites to chart-topping icons.— Metal community consensus
05Tragedy
Dimebag Darrell’s death in 2004
Dimebag Darrell was fatally shot onstage during a Damageplan concert in Columbus, Ohio, in December 2004, a tragedy that deeply affected the metal community and ended hopes for a Pantera reunion.
Pantera vinyl discography
See allThe Complete Studio Albums Édition Limitée
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2026-08-01Rhino RecordsFrom$285.65
1 offerLive Noize (Radio Broadcast Recording, 1998)
Pantera
Hard Rock / Heavy MetalMétal
2024-06-07LASER MEDIALIVE AT DYNAMO OPEN AIR 1998/VINYLE ROUGE AUDIOPHILE 180GR
Pantera
Hard Rock / Heavy MetalMétal
2023-09-08DYNAMO CONCERTSLIVE AT DYNAMO OPEN AIR 1998/VINYLE NOIR AUDIOPHILE 180GR
Pantera
Hard Rock / Heavy MetalMétal
2023-09-08DYNAMO CONCERTSHISTORY OF HOSTILITY
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-07-09RHINO RECORDFrom$32.29
1 offerCowboys From Hell Vinyle Marron
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-04-01ATCO RecordsFrom$26.99
2 offersFar Beyond Driven Vinyle Jaune
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-04-01EastWest Records AmericaFrom$24.98
2 offersThe Great Southern Trendkill Vinyle Orange
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-04-01From$24.16
2 offersREINVENTING THE STEEL
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2012-08-27RHINOFrom$28.49
2 offersOFFICIAL LIVE:101 PROOF
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2012-08-27RHINOFrom$47.59
2 offersCowboys From Hell
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2010-04-01ATCO RecordsFrom$39.98
1 offerVulgar Display Of Power
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2010-04-01ATCO RecordsFrom$41.91
1 offer
Pantera CDs
See allReinventing the Steel (Coffret 3CD 20th Anniv)
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2020-10-30RHINOFrom$15.00
1 offerComplete studio albums 1990-2000
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2015-12-18RHINOFrom$31.38
1 offerReinventing Hell - The Best Of Pantera
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2003-09-01From$12.22
1 offerThe Great Southern Trendkill
Pantera
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
1996-05-01From$6.30
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What year was Pantera formed?
Pantera was formed in Arlington in 1982, initially performing glam metal before shifting to groove metal.
Which Pantera album reached number one on US charts?
The 1994 album 'Far Beyond Driven' topped the US and Australian charts.
What vinyl formats are most common for Pantera albums?
Most Pantera albums are available as LP vinyl albums, including standard black vinyl and various colored and audiophile editions.
Are there live Pantera vinyl albums available?
Yes, notable live albums include 'Official Live: 101 Proof' (1997) and 'Live At Dynamo Open Air 1998', often sought for their vibrant performances.
What are some notable labels that released Pantera vinyl?
Rhino, EastWest, Elektra, Atlantic, and Dynamo Concerts are among the labels known for official Pantera vinyl pressings.
Where did the 1991 Monsters of Rock festival featuring Pantera take place?
The festival took place in Moscow, attracting large audiences to witness Pantera’s performance.
Is the 'Reinventing The Steel' album available on vinyl?
Yes, 'Reinventing The Steel' has multiple vinyl editions, including original European pressings on Elektra Records.
Can I find Pantera’s early glam metal albums on vinyl?
Early albums like 'Metal Magic' and 'Projects In The Jungle' are rare on vinyl and may be difficult to find.
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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: 04/07/2026