Blood Dynasty is an upcoming studio album featuring 11 tracks that showcase Arch Enemy's evolving melodic death metal sound, released on Century Media.
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Arch Enemy
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.
Century Media · 2025
Century Media · 2022
Metal Hammer · 2017
Century Media · 2017
Century Media · 2017
Century Media · 2014
Century Media · 2011
Century Media · 2009
Century Media · 2008
Century Media · 2007
Century Media · 2005
Century Media · 2003
Century Media · 2002
Toy's Factory · 2000
Century Media · 1999
Century Media · 1998
Wrong Again Records · 1996Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Arch Enemy's career.

The essentials
The 3 Arch Enemy albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Deceivers features 11 tracks with complex arrangements blending melody and aggression, available on multiple limited edition LP releases from Century Media.
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.
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Artists who share part of Arch Enemy's musical DNA.
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.
Notable pressings & editions
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
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.
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.
'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.
'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.
'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.
Records by Arch Enemy
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Arch Enemy merch
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
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
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.






