Artist profile · 27/06/2026
VENOM
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- Albums on Vinyles.com
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About
VENOM, Originators of extreme metal from Newcastle since 1979.
Venom emerged from the UK metal scene in 1979, with a sound blending heavy, thrash, and speed metal elements that helped shape black metal's origins. Their early 80s albums like Welcome to Hell (1981) and Black Metal (1982) set new standards with aggressive riffs and dark thematic content, an approach that influenced numerous extreme metal acts globally. The band’s vinyl catalog spans over 16 releases including studio albums, live recordings, and rarities, with notable reissues and special editions from labels such as Neat Records and Spinefarm Records. Their influence extends to related genres and scenes, while their vinyl editions remain collectible for their raw sound and historic significance.
Venom's work is detailed through tracked pressings worldwide, including recent rele…
Discography
VENOM discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Official Bootleg
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Temples of Ice
VENOM
- Vinyl 3
- CD 1
- Cassette 2
The Waste Lands
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- Vinyl 6
- CD 1
- Cassette 2
Cast in Stone
VENOM
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette 2
The Second Coming
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Resurrection
VENOM
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Bitten
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Under a Spell
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Witching Hour
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Metal Black
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD 2
- Cassette
Hell
VENOM
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette
Fallen Angels
VENOM
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
From the Very Depths
VENOM
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
Live From the Hammersmith Odeon Theatre
VENOM
- Vinyl 9
- CD 3
- Cassette
Dying Hard in London: London, June 1st, 1984
VENOM
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
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Signature songs
- 01
Black MetalUS Possession Tour 86 · 2025 - 02
Welcome to HellDying Hard In London · 2025 - 03Countess BathoryDying Hard In London · 2025
- 04Don't Burn the WitchDying Hard In London · 2025
- 05To Hell and Back
- 06Buried AliveDying Hard In London · 2025
- 07Raise the Dead
- 08Leave Me In HellDying Hard In London · 2025
Essentials
3 VENOM albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
- #1 · 1981
The band’s debut album that helped define the early black metal sound with raw production and aggressive energy.
10 tracksNeat Records labelOriginal 1981 pressing popular among collectors 
#2 · 1982Seminal album regarded as a pioneering black metal record, featuring intense riffs and satanic imagery.
10 tracksNeat Records labelMultiple reissues tracked
#3 · 1987This album blends heavy and speed metal, marking Venom's evolving sound in the late 80s metal scene.
11 tracksFilmtrax labelLate 80s studio album
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of VENOM
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Black Metal release in 1982
Venom's album Black Metal was released in 1982 on Neat Records, noted for its raw sound that defined early black metal and influenced numerous extreme metal bands worldwide.
Calm Before The Storm recording
Calm Before The Storm came out in 1987 under Filmtrax, showcasing Venom’s shift towards speed and heavy metal with 11 tracks recorded in the peak metal scene of the late 1980s.
Venom was the first 'satanic' band on stage, mixing theatricality with metal in 1981, a time when such themes were banned.— Historical context
US Possession Tour 1986 Live Release
The vinyl US Possession Tour 86, released by Abaddon Productions in 2025, features live performances from the 1986 tour, preserving Venom's live energy from their prime years.
Into Oblivion 2026 Release
Into Oblivion is set for a 2026 release on vinyl by Noise Records, available in editions from Brazil and Europe with limited editions reaching up to 33 euros in price.
VENOM vinyl discography
See allInto Oblivion
VENOM
Rap / Hip Hop internationalRap/Hip Hop
2026-05-01BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENTFrom$67.99
1 offerDying Hard In London
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2025-04-25ABADDON PRODUCTIONSFrom$29.76
1 offerWelcome to Hell
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2024-10-25BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENTFrom$35.61
1 offerWELCOME TO HELL/2019 REMASTER/SPLATTER VINYL
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2024-10-25SANCTUARYFrom$35.61
1 offerThe 7th Date Of Hell - Live
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2020-07-17BACK ON BLACKFrom$39.99
2 offersThe 7th Date Of Hell - Live
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2020-07-17BACK ON BLACKFrom$43.98
1 offer
VENOM CDs
See allThe Seven Gates Of Hell - Singles 1981-1985
VENOM
Metal / FusionMétal
2025-08-22HIGH ROLLER RECORDSFrom$26.50
1 offerSons of Satan, rare and unreleased
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2024-10-25BMGFrom$12.85
1 offerIn Nomine Satanas (Cd Box Set)
VENOM
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2024-10-25BMGFrom$45.76
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Venom formed?
Venom was formed in 1979 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
What genre of music is Venom known for?
Venom is known as a pioneer of black metal and extreme metal, blending thrash, heavy, and speed metal influences.
What are some essential Venom vinyl albums to collect?
Essential vinyl albums include Welcome to Hell (1981), Black Metal (1982), and Calm Before The Storm (1987) known for their seminal impact on metal.
Are there recent vinyl releases by Venom?
Yes, recent releases such as Into Oblivion (2026) and Dying Hard In London (2025) keep Venom active in the vinyl market.
Does Venom have live vinyl recordings?
Yes, vinyl live recordings like US Possession Tour 86 capture performances from their 1980s tours and are available in various formats.
Where can Venom vinyl records typically be found in France?
Venom vinyl records can often be found in specialized metal music stores and vinyl shops in major French cities like Paris and Lyon.
How does Venom influence the metal genre in France?
Venom's pioneering black metal style has influenced many French metal bands and helped establish the extreme metal scene in France.
What should I listen to first when exploring Venom’s music on vinyl?
Start with the album Welcome to Hell for an authentic introduction to Venom’s early black metal sound and raw energy.
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