Artist page · 05/07/2026

Dimmu Borgir

OsloFormed in 1993Black Metal14 vinyl albums
Dimmu Borgir, formed in Oslo in 1993, blends black metal with symphonic elements, evolving from atmospheric melodies to more accessible, orchestral black metal.
14Albums on Vinyles.com
725Discogs releases
690kLast.fm listeners

About

Dimmu Borgir, A seminal force of Norwegian symphonic black metal since 1993.

16 LPs and EPs blending atmospheric black metal with symphonic elements; original pressings track from €20 to over €100.

Norwegian band Dimmu Borgir emerged from Oslo in 1993, crafting a sound that mixes black metal's raw intensity with elaborate symphonic arrangements. Over three decades, they evolved from dark, melancholic black metal to a more polished, orchestral style while maintaining thematic darkness and complex musicianship. Founding members Silenoz (guitar) and Shagrath (vocals) have anchored the lineup through significant member changes.

Notable for integrating keyboards early on, Dimmu Borgir's discography includes 16 vinyl releases ranging from limited edition LPs to picture discs. Their albums, including landmark titles available on vinyl with varying rarity and pressing details, are regularly traded with prices typically between €20 and €107, reflecting ongoing collector and audiophi…

Discography

Dimmu Borgir — Discography

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

Grand Serpent RisingNuclear Blast Records · 2026
2026
Grand Serpent Rising
File, WAV, Album, Stereo
Studio
Live At Dynamo Open Air 1998Dynamo Concerts · 2019
2019
Live At Dynamo Open Air 1998
CD, Album
Live
EonianNuclear Blast · 2018
2018
Eonian
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Forces Of The Northern NightNuclear Blast · 2017
2017
Forces Of The Northern Night
CD, Album
Studio
AbrahadabraNuclear Blast · 2010
2010
Abrahadabra
CD, Album, Enhanced
Studio
The Invaluable DarknessNuclear Blast · 2008
2008
The Invaluable Darkness
DVD, DVD-Video, CD, Album, All Media, Limited Edition
Studio
In Sorte DiaboliNuclear Blast · 2007
2007
In Sorte Diaboli
CD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, All Media, Limited Edition
Studio
StormblåstNuclear Blast · 2005
2005
Stormblåst
CD, HDCD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, All Media
Studio
Death Cult ArmageddonNuclear Blast · 2003
2003
Death Cult Armageddon
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Puritanical Euphoric MisanthropiaNuclear Blast · 2001
2001
Puritanical Euphoric Misanthropia
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Spiritual Black DimensionsNuclear Blast · 1999
1999
Spiritual Black Dimensions
CD, Album
Studio
Godless Savage GardenNuclear Blast · 1998
1998
Godless Savage Garden
CD, Mini-Album
Studio
Enthrone Darkness TriumphantNuclear Blast · 1997
1997
Enthrone Darkness Triumphant
CD, Album
Studio
StormblåstCacophonous Records · 1996
1996
Stormblåst
CD, Album
Studio
For All TidNo Colours Records · 1995
1995
For All Tid
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Dimmu Borgir's career.

01
Puritania
·
02
Progenies of the Great Apocalypse
Progenies of the Great Apocalypse
Death Cult Armageddon · 2003
03
Mourning Palace
Mourning Palace
Stormblåst · 2005
04
The Serpentine Offering
The Serpentine Offering
In Sorte Diaboli · 2007
05
Gateways
Gateways
Abrahadabra · 2010
06
Kings Of The Carnival Creation
Kings Of The Carnival Creation
Stormblåst · 2005
07
Burn in Hell
·
08
Vredesbyrd
Vredesbyrd
Death Cult Armageddon · 2003

The essentials

The 3 Dimmu Borgir albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1997
Vinyl, LP
Enthrone Darkness Triumphant

This album marked Dimmu Borgir's breakthrough with English lyrics and pronounced symphonic keys, reshaping their sound and expanding international reach.

14 tracksNuclear Blast labelBlack Metal, Symphonic Metal
#2 · 2007
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Picture Disc
In Sorte Diaboli

Known for its concept touching on religious themes, this release reflects a deliberate shift without orchestration but retains dramatic intensity and complex arrangements.

15 tracks + bonus DVDNuclear Blast labelLimited numbered pressing
#3 · 2010
LP, Album, Limited Edition, Picture Disc
Abrahadabra

Showcases a refined symphonic black metal style with orchestral grandeur and multilayered compositions, housed in a collectible picture disc format.

11 tracks + videoNuclear Blast labelMultiple vinyl versions

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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.

Grand Serpent Rising
Master release · LP · 2026
Market position i
37,99 €
Min price 30 €Max price 155 €
Average price 37,99 €
Only 52 copies for sale on Discogs
1 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Eonian
Master release · LP · 2018
Market position i
23,50 €
Min price 21 €Max price 26 €
Average price 23,50 €
Only 29 copies for sale on Discogs
97 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Abrahadabra
Master release · LP · 2010
Market position i
87,50 €
Min price 68 €Max price 107 €
Average price 87,50 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
88 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
In Sorte Diaboli
Master release · LP · 2007
Market position i
66,60 €
Min price 50 €Max price 70 €
Average price 66,60 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
152 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Stormblåst
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
27,00 €
Min price 25 €Max price 96 €
Average price 27,00 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
114 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Death Cult Armageddon
Master release · LP · 2003
Market position i
43,50 €
Min price 41 €Max price 54 €
Average price 43,50 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
480 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Grand Serpent RisingLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Nuclear Blast Records Germany · 2026 NB 7415-1 🔥 Standard edition
1 want · 7 have · ratio 0,1
37,99 €
Grand Serpent RisingLP, Album, Stereo
Nuclear Blast Records Europe · 2026 NB 7415-1 Original pressing
1 want · 7 have · ratio 0,1
30,00 €
EonianLP, Album, Limited Edition
Nuclear Blast 2018 NB 3731-1, 27361 37311 🔥 Standard edition
97 want · 2 003 have · ratio 0
25,00 €
EonianLP, Album, Limited Edition
Nuclear Blast Europe · 2018 NB 3731-1, 27361 37311 Original pressing
97 want · 2 003 have · ratio 0
20,88 €
AbrahadabraLP, Album, Picture Disc, Test Pressing, White Label
Nuclear Blast Germany · 2010 NB 2348-9, 27361 23489 🔥 Standard edition
88 want · 1 462 have · ratio 0,1
AbrahadabraLP, Album, Limited Edition, Picture Disc
Nuclear Blast Germany · 2010 NB 2348-9, 27361 23489 Original pressing
88 want · 1 462 have · ratio 0,1
107,00 €
In Sorte DiaboliLP, Album
Nuclear Blast Germany · 2007 NB 1862-1, 27361 18621 🔥 Standard edition
152 want · 4 137 have · ratio 0
70,00 €
In Sorte DiaboliLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Picture Disc
Nuclear Blast Germany · 2007 NB 1862-9, 27361 18629 Original pressing
152 want · 4 137 have · ratio 0
49,99 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Dimmu Borgir

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

"Puritania" stands as one of the group's emblematic tracks with over 1.7 million plays.
— Dimmu Borgir fans' consensus
01Release

"For All Tid" debut album in 1995 with Norwegian lyrics and prominent keyboards

Dimmu Borgir's 1995 debut "For All Tid" features slow tempos and raw guitar and vocal sounds, with extensive keyboard atmospherics pioneering melodic black metal.

1995Norway
02Recording

"Enthrone Darkness Triumphant" marks a stylistic shift using English lyrics and richer ke…

Released in 1997, this album used clearer guitar tones and prominent symphonic keys, gaining international recognition and redefining the band's black metal approach.

1997Norway
03Pressing

2026 original pressing of "Grand Serpent Rising" on Nuclear Blast Records

The European LP released under catalog number NB 7415-1 offers stereo sound with around 50 copies currently for sale starting at €30, representing new collector interest.

2026Europe
04Concert

2004 Ozzfest live DVD included with "Stormblåst MMV" re-recording

"Stormblåst MMV" is a 2005 reworking of the 1996 classic, featuring performances including Hellhammer on drums and a bonus DVD of their Ozzfest 2004 set.

2005Norway

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FAQ

FAQ: Dimmu Borgir on physical formats

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

Who founded Dimmu Borgir and when?

Dimmu Borgir was founded in 1993 in Oslo by Shagrath, Silenoz, and Tjodalv.

What genres does Dimmu Borgir mainly represent?

They are primarily known for symphonic black metal, blending atmospheric black metal with orchestral elements.

Which Dimmu Borgir album is essential for vinyl collectors?

"Enthrone Darkness Triumphant" (1997) is a key album, widely available on vinyl and marking a breakthrough in their style.

Are there limited edition Dimmu Borgir vinyl releases in Europe?

Yes, Europe has limited editions such as the 2026 "Grand Serpent Rising" LP on Nuclear Blast Records.

Where can I find reliable pressings of Dimmu Borgir vinyl in France?

French collectors often source from nearby Germany and Europe, where several official pressings and limited editions are available.

What is the typical price range for Dimmu Borgir vintage vinyl?

Prices vary from around €20 for newer editions to over €100 for rare original pressings and picture discs.

Has Dimmu Borgir ever used orchestras in their recordings?

Yes, starting with "Puritanical Euphoric Misanthropia" (2001), the band incorporated symphonic arrangements and orchestras.

What is notable about Dimmu Borgir's album "In Sorte Diaboli"?

Released in 2007, it marks a return to darker themes without symphonic orchestration, featuring a conceptual narrative on faith and doctrine.

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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: 05/07/2026