Artist page · 06/07/2026

Arch Enemy

HalmstadFormed in 1996Black Metal12 vinyl albums
Formed in 1996 in Halmstad, Sweden, Arch Enemy is a melodic death metal band founded by Michael Amott. Their sound blends technical precision with harsh vocals, progressing through evolving lineups, including vocalists Johan Liiva, Angela Gossow, and Alissa White-Gluz.
12Albums on Vinyles.com
613Discogs releases
920kLast.fm listeners

About

Arch Enemy, Swedish melodic death metal since 1996 with dynamic lineups.

24 vinyls tracked with reissues and limited editions at Century Media labels.

Arch Enemy emerged in the mid-1990s as a force in the melodic death metal scene, rooted in Swedish metal traditions. Founded by guitarist Michael Amott, the band started with their 1996 debut "Black Earth," recorded with producer Fredrik Nordström. Swedish city Halmstad marks their origin, and their early sound was shaped by guitarists Michael and Christopher Amott, drummer Daniel Erlandsson, and vocalist Johan Liiva. Through the years, their music evolved with new members like bassist Sharlee D'Angelo and vocalists Angela Gossow in 2001, followed by Alissa White-Gluz in 2014. Arch Enemy’s catalog includes 24 vinyl releases, featuring key albums and recent 2023 reissues on Century Media.

Discography

Arch Enemy — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Arch Enemy's career.

01
Nemesis
·
02
We Will Rise
·
03
My Apocalypse
·
04
War Eternal
War Eternal
War Eternal · 2014
05
Dead Eyes See No Future
·
06
Enter The Machine
·
07
Taking Back My Soul
·
08
Carry The Cross
·

The essentials

The 3 Arch Enemy albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2025
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Blood Dynasty

Blood Dynasty is an upcoming studio album featuring 11 tracks that showcase Arch Enemy's evolving melodic death metal sound, released on Century Media.

11 tracksLimited editionCentury Media labelEurope pressing
#2 · 2022
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Deceivers

Deceivers features 11 tracks with complex arrangements blending melody and aggression, available on multiple limited edition LP releases from Century Media.

11 tracksLimited editionCentury Media labelPressings in Germany and US
#3 · 2017
LP, Album
Will To Power

Will To Power is a 12-track album known for its blend of melodic death metal elements and strong vocals, having multiple vinyl versions and wide availability.

12 tracksCentury MediaMultiple vinyl pressings2017 release

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Blood Dynasty
Master release · LP · 2025
Market position i
39,00 €
Min price 29 €Max price 64 €
Average price 39,00 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
33 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Deceivers
Master release · LP · 2022
Market position i
30,23 €
Min price 20 €Max price 47 €
Average price 30,23 €
Only 18 copies for sale on Discogs
6 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Will To Power
Master release · LP · 2017
Market position i
39,13 €
Min price 16 €Max price 52 €
Average price 39,13 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
91 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
War Eternal
Master release · LP · 2014
Market position i
55,55 €
Min price 25 €Max price 99 €
Average price 55,55 €
Only 33 copies for sale on Discogs
130 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Khaos Legions
Master release · LP · 2011
Market position i
90,62 €
Min price 43 €Max price 199 €
Average price 90,62 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
73 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Rise Of The Tyrant
Master release · LP · 2007
Market position i
24,38 €
Min price 23 €Max price 32 €
Average price 24,38 €
Only 61 copies for sale on Discogs
78 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Blood DynastyLP, Album
Century Media Worldwide · 2025 19802838951 🔥 Standard edition
33 want · 198 have · ratio 0,2
63,70 €
Blood DynastyLP, Album, Limited Edition
Century Media Europe · 2025 19802838981 Original pressing
33 want · 198 have · ratio 0,2
28,99 €
DeceiversLP, Album, Limited Edition
Century Media US · 2022 19439952351 🔥 Standard edition
6 want · 40 have · ratio 0,1
26,09 €
DeceiversLP, Album, Limited Edition
Century Media Germany · 2022 19439950321 Original pressing
6 want · 40 have · ratio 0,1
47,00 €
Will To PowerLP, Album
Century Media US · 2017 88985458371 🔥 Standard edition
91 want · 1 209 have · ratio 0,1
43,46 €
Will To PowerLP, Album
Century Media USA & Canada · 2017 88985458371 Original pressing
91 want · 1 209 have · ratio 0,1
52,20 €
War EternalLP, Album, Numbered
Century Media 2014 none 🔥 Standard edition
130 want · 1 893 have · ratio 0,1
26,10 €
War EternalLP, Album
Century Media UK, Europe & US · 2014 9983881 Original pressing
130 want · 1 893 have · ratio 0,1
24,51 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Arch Enemy

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"The voice of Angela Gossow defined a new era for Arch Enemy."
— Longtime fans
01Studio

Recording 'Black Earth' in 1996 with Fredrik Nordström

Arch Enemy worked with producer Fredrik Nordström for their debut album 'Black Earth' in 1996, establishing their melodic death metal sound in Halmstad, Sweden.

1996Halmstad
02Lineup

Angela Gossow takes over vocals in 2001

In 2001, German vocalist Angela Gossow replaced Johan Liiva, steering Arch Enemy towards a powerful and distinctive vocal identity with the 'Wages Of Sin' album.

2001Sweden
03Tour

'Burning Bridges' era tours across USA, Europe, Japan

Following the 1999 release of 'Burning Bridges,' Arch Enemy toured extensively through the United States, Europe, and Japan, sharing stages with prominent metal acts.

1999-2000USA, Europe, Japan
04Release

'War Eternal' vinyl editions spread across UK, Europe & US

The 2014 album 'War Eternal' was released on LP in several numbered and limited editions across the UK, Europe, and US, with prices tracked from about €24 to €99.

2014UK, Europe, US
05Vinyl Pressing

'Blood Dynasty' limited edition vinyl in Europe 2025

The 'Blood Dynasty' LP was released in Europe in 2025 as a limited edition with catalogue number 19802838981, priced from €29 to €64 among sellers.

2025Europe

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FAQ

FAQ: Arch Enemy on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who founded Arch Enemy and when?

Guitarist Michael Amott founded Arch Enemy in 1996 in Halmstad, Sweden.

What genre does Arch Enemy belong to?

Arch Enemy is known for melodic death metal, blending melody and aggressive metal elements.

How many vinyl records by Arch Enemy are tracked on Vinyles.com?

There are 24 vinyl records by Arch Enemy tracked with details on formats, reissues, and limited editions.

Which are Arch Enemy's essential vinyl albums?

Essential vinyls include 'Blood Dynasty' (2025 limited edition LP), 'Deceivers' (2022 limited edition LP), and 'Will To Power' (2017 LP album).

Are there reissues of Arch Enemy albums on vinyl?

Yes, several albums like 'Anthems Of Rebellion' and 'Black Earth' have 2023 reissues on vinyl.

Where can Arch Enemy vinyl pressings be found geographically?

Vinyl pressings are available from Europe, Germany, US, UK, and Canada.

What are some top Arch Enemy tracks to explore?

Notable tracks include 'Nemesis', 'We Will Rise', 'My Apocalypse', and 'War Eternal', popular for their intensity and melody.

When did Angela Gossow become Arch Enemy's vocalist?

Angela Gossow joined as vocalist in 2001, replacing Johan Liiva and marking a significant shift in the band's sound.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 06/07/2026