Artist page · 03/07/2026
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8 vinyl releases including the 2023 Dark Parade LP; prices from 19 to 30+ euros, with many original and limited editions.
Cirith Ungol are known for their blend of doom metal, heavy metal, and power metal, originating from Ventura in the United States. The band emerged in the early 1970s and developed a distinctive sound across their studio albums and live releases. Their discography includes 8 vinyl products with several reissues and limited edition LPs on Metal Blade Records.
Their musical style, often termed epic doom metal, features slower tempos and heavy riffs combined with epic storytelling and atmospheric elements. Vinyl collectors find interest in originals such as the 1981 Frost and Fire LP and the more recent 2023 Dark Parade album with multiple vinyl pressings available across the globe.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Metal Blade Records · 2023
Metal Blade Records · 2020
Restless Records · 1991
Metal Blade Records · 1986
Enigma · 1984
Liquid Flames Records · 1981
Not On Label (Cirith Ungol Self-released) · 1978Playlist
The tracks that sum up Cirith Ungol's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
The latest studio album with 8 tracks, available in several vinyl pressings including original USA & Canada editions.
Anniversary edition of the 1981 debut LP, key for understanding the band's early epic doom metal sound.
Vinyl release featuring the track 'I'm Alive' popularized in their top tracks, reflecting their legacy band's continuing appeal.
Go further
Artists who share part of Cirith Ungol's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Dark Parade sees Cirith Ungol adhering to their epic doom metal roots with heavy riffs and atmospheric songcraft."— Metal critics
Released in 2023 by Metal Blade Records, catalog number 3984-25223-1, this LP pressing currently has a lowest resale price around €21.75 with seven copies available.
'One Foot In Hell' was released in 1986 by Metal Blade Records on vinyl with stereo format. It remains sought after with about 500 copies owned and prices around €40 to €45.
Originally released in 1981 on Liquid Flames Records, the 'Frost And Fire' LP is a key early work for the band with 7 tracks and multiple vinyl versions, some fetching prices near €70 on resale markets.
The 'Live At The Roxy' vinyl released through Metal Blade Records captures the band's live energy and connection with fans, issued in 2025 with few copies for sale.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Cirith Ungol was formed in 1971 in Ventura, California, United States.
The band covers doom metal, epic doom metal, heavy metal, and power metal styles.
At least 8 vinyl releases exist, including Dark Parade (2023), Frost & Fire 40th Anniversary (2021), and I'm Alive (2019).
Prices range typically from about 19 to 30 euros for recent pressings, with some vintage LPs commanding higher prices.
Yes, several albums like Dark Parade and Forever Black have limited edition vinyl pressings, some numbered.
Original pressings can be found from Metal Blade Records with locations including the USA & Canada and Europe.
Cirith Ungol has a dedicated fan base in France, with vinyl records available through niche metal distributors and collectors.
Their vinyl releases deliver authentic epic doom metal sound with heavy riffs and atmospheric elements preferred by audiophiles.
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This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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