Artist page · 04/07/2026

Archive

LondonFormed in 1994Alternatif11 vinyl albums
Archive is a British band formed in London in 1994, known for mixing trip-hop, progressive rock, and electronic music elements. Founded by Darius Keeler and Danny Griffiths, the band combines atmospheric textures with evolving vocal talent across decades.
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About

11 LPs blending electronic, rock, and trip-hop; key pressings fetch €20-70.

With a constantly changing lineup centered on Darius Keeler and Danny Griffiths, Archive crafts a unique sound journey blending dark trip-hop origins with progressive and electronic rock. Their 11 vinyl albums showcase experimentation across genres, from early trip-hop and rap fusions to later psychedelic and art rock phases. Vinyl collectors will find notable pressings like the 2022 album Call To Arms & Angels on dangervisit, and the 2026 Glass Minds LP available in limited European editions.

The group’s work includes soundtrack projects and regular evolutions in vocal styles, reflecting shifts in their trip-hop and rock hybrid sound. Fans often track varying vinyl editions on the market, with prices indexed between approximately €20 and €70 depending on edition and rarity.

Discography

Archive discography

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

Glass MindsDangervisit · 2026
2026
Glass Minds
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Voleuses (Musique Du Film Netflix)Netflix Music, LLC · 2024
2024
Voleuses (Musique Du Film Netflix)
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Call To Arms & AngelsDangervisit · 2022
2022
Call To Arms & Angels
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Versions RemixedDangervisit · 2020
2020
Versions Remixed
CD, Album
Studio
25 LiveNot On Label (Archive Self-released) · 2020
2020
25 Live
File, MP3, Album, Stereo
Studio
VersionsDangervisit · 2020
2020
Versions
CD, Album
Studio
The False FoundationDangervisit · 2016
2016
The False Foundation
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
RestrictionDangervisit · 2015
2015
Restriction
File, MP3, Album
Studio
UnrestrictedDangervisit · 2015
2015
Unrestricted
CD, Album
Studio
AxiomDangervisit · 2014
2014
Axiom
Vinyl, LP, Album, CD, DVD, DVD-Video, NTSC, All Media, Limited Edition, Numbered
Studio
With Us Until You're DeadDangervisit Records · 2012
2012
With Us Until You're Dead
CD, Album
Studio
Controlling CrowdsWarner Music France · 2009
2009
Controlling Crowds
CD, Album
Studio
Controlling Crowds Part IVWarner Music France · 2009
2009
Controlling Crowds Part IV
CD, Album, Enhanced
Studio
Live At The ZenithWarner Music France · 2007
2007
Live At The Zenith
CD, Album
Live
LightsWarner Music France · 2006
2006
Lights
CD, Album
Studio
NoiseEastWest · 2004
2004
Noise
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
UnpluggedWarner Music France · 2004
2004
Unplugged
CD, Album
Live
Michel Vaillant (Bande Originale Du Film)EastWest · 2003
2003
Michel Vaillant (Bande Originale Du Film)
CD, Album
Studio
Michel VaillantEastWest · 2003
2003
Michel Vaillant
Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Album
Studio
You All Look The Same To MeHangman Records · 2001
2001
You All Look The Same To Me
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Take My HeadIndependiente · 1999
1999
Take My Head
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, 12"
Studio
LondiniumIsland Records · 1996
1996
Londinium
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Archive's career.

01
Again
·
02
Fuck U
Fuck U
Noise · 2004
03
You Make Me Feel
·
04
Bullets
·
05
Nothing Else
·
06
Goodbye
·
07
So Few Words
·
08
Numb
·

The essentials

The 3 Archive albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2022
LP, Album
Call To Arms & Angels

Latest studio album with 17 tracks blending trip-hop and progressive rock textures on the Dangervisit label.

17 tracksLP formatReleased 2022Dangervisit label
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#2 · 2026
180g Limited Edition LP
Glass Minds

Upcoming 2026 album with 12 tracks; limited European editions available, notable for trip-hop and electronic rock fusion.

12 tracksLimited EditionEurope 2026 releaseDangervisit label
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#3 · 2020
Limited Edition LP
Versions

Compilation with 10 reworked tracks offering alternative rock, electronic, and hip-hop influences; multiple limited pressing editions.

10 tracksLimited EditionReleased 2020Dangervisit label
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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Archive

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

Archive’s sound evolves by mixing rock, electronic, and trip-hop elements across each record.
— Band Overview
01Studio

Londinium release in 1996 with trip-hop and rap fusion

The debut album Londinium was released in 1996 featuring singer Roya Arab and rapper Rosko John, blending dark Bristol-style trip-hop with rap elements, defining Archive’s initial sound.

1996London
02Lineup Change

Shift in vocalists for Take My Head (1999)

Following internal disagreements, Archive replaced vocals from Londinium with Suzanne Wooder for the 1999 album Take My Head, marking a move towards melodic trip-pop soundscapes.

1999United Kingdom
03Progression

Introduction of Craig Walker in 2001 reshapes the band’s sound

With Craig Walker joining in 2001, Archive shifted away from trip hop to a darker psychedelic and progressive rock style, producing albums like You All Look The Same To Me and Noise in the early 2000s.

2001United Kingdom
04Return

Return of rapper Rosko John in Controlling Crowds sessions (2009)

In 2009, Archive’s Controlling Crowds albums saw the return of Rosko John, reviving trip-hop influences alongside refined progressive structures.

2009United Kingdom
05Vinyl Pressings

Multiple limited edition pressings for their recent albums

Recent albums like Call To Arms & Angels (2022) and Glass Minds (2026) offer multiple limited vinyl editions across Europe with collectors tracking prices ranging from €20 to €70 depending on the edition.

2022-2026Europe

Records by Archive

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Glass Minds - Front Cover

Glass Minds

Archive
International Rock Rock
Danger visit
From $45.53 1 offer
Controlling Crowds IV - Front Cover

Controlling Crowds IV

Archive
Indie rock Alternative
[PIAS] Recordings Catalogue
From $52.67 1 offer
You All Look The Same To Me - Front Cover

You All Look The Same To Me

Archive
Indie rock Alternative
[PIAS] Recordings Catalogue
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Controlling Crowds I-III - Front Cover

Controlling Crowds I-III

Archive
Indie rock Alternative
[PIAS] Recordings Catalogue
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Noise - Front Cover

Noise

Archive
Indie rock Alternative
[PIAS] Recordings Catalogue
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Archive - Voleuses (Soundtrack du film Netflix)

Voleuses (Soundtrack du film Netflix)

Archive
Film Music Soundtracks (Films, series, games, etc.)
Diggers Factory
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Take My Head - Front Cover

Take My Head

Archive
International Rock Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
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Archive - Call To Arms & Angels

Call To Arms & Angels

Archive
International Rock Rock
Danger visit
From $150.52 1 offer
LONDINIUM/VINYLE NOIR AUDIOPHILE 180GR/POCHETTE GATEFOLD/LIVRET 4 PAGES - Front Cover

LONDINIUM/180g Audiophile Black Vinyl/Gatefold Sleeve/4-Page Booklet

Archive
New Age / Ambient Mood
MUSIC ON VINYL
From $46.51 1 offer
Versions Remixed - Front Cover

Versions Remixed

Archive
Indie rock Alternative
DANGERVISIT
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Versions - Front Cover

Versions

Archive
Alternative
Dangervisit
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CDs by Archive

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Glass Minds - Front Cover Glass Minds - Front Cover

Glass Minds

Archive
International Rock Rock
CD Dangervisit
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FAQ

FAQ

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

What genres does Archive combine in their music?

Archive blends trip-hop, progressive rock, electronic, and alternative rock elements to create a diverse sound palette.

When was the band Archive formed and where are they from?

Archive was formed in 1994 in London, United Kingdom.

Which Archive album features a soundtrack for a Netflix film?

The album 'Voleuses (Musique Du Film Netflix)' from 2024 is their official soundtrack for a Netflix film.

How many tracks are on the 'Call To Arms & Angels' vinyl album?

'Call To Arms & Angels' includes 17 tracks on its vinyl LP edition.

Are there limited edition vinyl variants of Archives albums available in France?

Yes, limited edition vinyl pressings such as 'Versions' from 2020 are available specifically released in France.

What are typical vinyl prices for Archive albums on the European market?

Prices generally range from €20 to €70 depending on the rarity and edition of the vinyl records.

How does Archive's music evolve over time?

The band's sound evolved from dark trip-hop and rap in the 1990s to more progressive and psychedelic rock with electronic influences in later years.

Where did Archive record their early albums?

The band originated and recorded primarily in London, reflecting the British trip-hop scene of the 1990s.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026