Artist page · 05/07/2026

Avantasia

GermanyFormed in 2000Hard Rock / Heavy Metal9 vinyl albums
Avantasia is a German symphonic power metal project founded in 2000 by Tobias Sammet, known for combining metal and rock opera elements.
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About

Avantasia, German symphonic power metal opera since 2000.

Over 10 vinyl releases including Limited Editions & Picture Discs with prices from €22 to €287.

Avantasia merges power metal with symphonic and progressive influences, crafting metal operas featuring multiple vocalists and musicians. Originating in Germany in 2000, Tobias Sammet leads the project, which involves collaborations across the metal scene including members from Edguy, Gamma Ray, and others.

The vinyl catalog features studio albums and deluxe editions such as "The Metal Opera" and its sequel, plus newer works like "Ghostlights" (2016), "Moonglow" (2019), and upcoming releases "Here Be Dragons" and "The Metal Opera" Parts I & II scheduled for 2025-2026. Collectors find valuable pressings with limited editions, numbered releases, picture discs, and white labels across Europe and Germany.

Discography

Avantasia — Discography

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

Here Be DragonsNapalm Records · 2025
2025
Here Be Dragons
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
A Paranormal Evening With The Moonflower SocietyNuclear Blast · 2022
2022
A Paranormal Evening With The Moonflower Society
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
MoonglowNuclear Blast · 2019
2019
Moonglow
CD, Album
Studio
GhostlightsNuclear Blast · 2016
2016
Ghostlights
CD, Album
Studio
The Mystery Of Time (A Rock Epic)Nuclear Blast · 2013
2013
The Mystery Of Time (A Rock Epic)
CD, Album
Studio
The Wicked SymphonyNuclear Blast · 2010
2010
The Wicked Symphony
CD, Album
Studio
Angel Of BabylonNuclear Blast · 2010
2010
Angel Of Babylon
CD, Album
Studio
The ScarecrowNuclear Blast · 2008
2008
The Scarecrow
CD, Album
Studio
The Metal Opera Pt.IIAFM Records · 2002
2002
The Metal Opera Pt.II
CD, Album
Studio
The Metal OperaAFM Records · 2001
2001
The Metal Opera
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Avantasia's career.

01
Farewell
·
02
Lost in Space
Lost in Space
The Scarecrow · 2008
03
Avantasia
·
04
Reach Out for the Light
·
05
Breaking Away
·
06
Sign of the Cross
·
07
Serpents in Paradise
·
08
The Scarecrow
The Scarecrow
The Scarecrow · 2008

The essentials

The 3 Avantasia albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2025
LP, Limited Edition, Picture Disc
Here Be Dragons

Latest studio album featuring 10 tracks of symphonic power metal with diverse vocal cast and rich orchestration, offered in multiple vinyl variants.

10 tracksLimited EditionPicture DiscReleased 2025
#2 · 2019
LP, Limited Edition
Moonglow

"Moonglow" showcases a blend of power and symphonic metal spanning 11 tracks, available in several limited edition vinyl pressings.

11 tracksLimited EditionReleased 2019Multiple pressings
#3 · 2016
LP, Album
Ghostlights

A key album with 12 tracks reflecting Avantasia's symphonic metal style, widely pressed on vinyl with various editions and label versions.

12 tracksMultiple vinyl editionsReleased 2016

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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Avantasia

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

Avantasia began as a side project of Tobias Sammet, evolving into multi-vocalist metal operas involving notable musicians from power metal acts.
— Summary of band origin
01Vinyl Pressing

"Here Be Dragons" Austrian Picture Disc

This 2025 release by Napalm Records includes a limited edition picture disc pressing from Austria, catalog number NPR1368VINYL-PICTURE, rare with only 1 unit for sale at €66.66.

2025Austria
02Studio Album

"Moonglow" Limited Editions in Germany and Europe

2019 editions of "Moonglow" were pressed in Germany and Europe by Nuclear Blast, featuring limited edition LP formats with catalog number 27361 45311 and variable vinyl colors and packaging.

2019Germany/Europe
03Price Range

"The Mystery Of Time" Limited Edition Vinyl Pricing

2013 releases of "The Mystery Of Time" in Europe and Germany show price ranges from €60 to €286.83 across numbered and limited editions, reflecting collector demand.

2013Europe/Germany
04Live Musicians

Avantasia Collaborations

The project features key contributors such as guitarists Henjo Richter and Jens Ludwig, bassists Markus Grosskopf, and several vocalists portraying characters in the metal opera narrative.

2000Germany

Records by Avantasia

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FAQ

FAQ: Avantasia on physical formats

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

What genres does Avantasia explore?

Avantasia combines power metal, symphonic metal, progressive metal, and rock opera elements in their works.

Which are Avantasia's most notable vinyl releases?

Key vinyl releases include "The Metal Opera" albums, "Ghostlights" (2016), "Moonglow" (2019), and the upcoming "Here Be Dragons" (2025).

What are the typical vinyl formats for Avantasia records?

Formats commonly include LPs, limited editions, picture discs, numbered editions, and occasionally white label pressings.

Are there rare editions of Avantasia vinyl in France?

While most pressings are European, specific limited editions and picture discs circulate in France among collectors.

Where can I find original Avantasia vinyl pressings?

Original pressings mostly come from European countries such as Germany, Austria, and broader Europe, frequently released by labels like Nuclear Blast and Napalm Records.

How long are Avantasia's albums typically?

Albums range from about 40 to 70 minutes, often featuring 10 to 12 tracks blending metal and symphonic compositions.

Who are the main musicians in Avantasia?

Avantasia is led by Tobias Sammet and features guest musicians including Henjo Richter, Jens Ludwig, Markus Grosskopf, and others from notable metal bands.

What is the price range for Avantasia vinyl records?

Prices range from approximately €22 for common LPs up to nearly €290 for rare, limited, numbered editions in mint condition.

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Last updated: 05/07/2026