Artist page · 04/07/2026
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7 major vinyl releases tracked with pressing details and fluctuating prices.
Dokken began their career in Los Angeles in 1979 initially named The Boys, soon renaming to Dokken. Their lineup solidified with Don Dokken on vocals and guitar, supported by key members through early 1980s demos and contracts with European and American labels. Dokken's sound built on glam metal and hard rock traditions, growing popularity through the 1980s and early 1990s.
The band disbanded in 1989 amid internal tensions but reformed in the early 1990s. Their catalog includes studio albums, live recordings, and compilations with consistent vinyl releases tracked here. Notable efforts span the classic era and multiple comeback albums, reflecting changes in rock and metal music scenes.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Silver Lining Music · 2023
Silver Lining Music · 2020
Frontiers Music SRL · 2018
Frontiers Records · 2012
Rhino Records · 2008
Frontiers Records S.r.l. · 2007
Sanctuary · 2004
T&T · 2003
Sanctuary · 2002
CMC International Records · 2000
CMC International Records · 1999
CMC International Records · 1997
Victor · 1995
Columbia · 1995
Victor · 1994
Elektra · 1988
Elektra · 1987
Elektra · 1985
Elektra · 1984
Carrere · 1982Playlist
The tracks that sum up Dokken's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A recent studio album listed on vinyles.com showcasing Dokken's continued production into the 2020s within the metal genre.
Latest studio album from Dokken with 10 tracks highlighting their ongoing relevance in hard rock and metal.
Vinyl release of 'Erase The Slate', an album that saw multiple editions and revived Dokken's presence in alternative and rock scenes.
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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.
Dokken reunited in the early 1990s after pursuing solo projects, marking a new chapter for the band.— Band History
The band originally named The Boys changed their name to Dokken, starting with members Don Dokken (vocals, guitar), George Lynch (guitar), Greg Pecka (drums) and Juan Croucier (bass).
By 1981, Dokken signed with Carrere, recording their debut offering Breakin' The Chains with a new lineup including Peter Baltes on bass and Mick Brown on drums.
The band gained significant success in the USA with the 1984 album Tooth And Nail and followed up with Under Lock And Key in 1985, expanding their reputation on the hard rock and heavy metal scenes.
The band released an acoustic live album from performances in 1994 that was distributed in 1995, documented on vinyl in multiple limited editions showcasing a different side of the band.
Heaven Comes Down was issued in the UK by Silver Lining Music with several pressings including originals and limited editions with stereo sound variants.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Dokken was formed in 1979 in Los Angeles, originally named The Boys.
Dokken's music is primarily glam metal, hard rock, and heavy metal.
The track 'Alone Again' is popular from Dokken's live album One Live Night, released in 1995.
Yes, original UK vinyl pressings of Heaven Comes Down were released in 2023 on Silver Lining Music.
Prices vary by edition and pressing; for example, Broken Bones Italian limited editions have ranged up to over 200€.
Yes, One Live Night and The Lost Songs: 1978-1981 include significant live performances available on vinyl.
Fans in France can find Dokken vinyl through European retailers and platforms offering releases like Broken Bones and Heaven Comes Down.
Starting with albums like Heaven Comes Down or Broken Bones offers a good overview of recent Dokken works and vinyl availability.
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