Artist page · 04/07/2026

Faith No More

San FranciscoFormed in 1983Métal6 vinyl albums
Faith No More emerged from San Francisco in 1983, blending metal, punk, and alternative rock. Their evolving style pioneered fusion genres and influenced 90s alternative and neo-metal scenes worldwide.
6Albums on Vinyles.com
1467Discogs releases
1.8MLast.fm listeners

About

Faith No More, San Francisco's funk metal pioneers reshaped alternative rock.

Seven key LPs spanning experimental metal, punk, and indie rock — original pressings command a strong following.

Faith No More carved a niche by fusing metal guitars with funk grooves and rap-style vocals, evolving through lineup changes and stylistic shifts. Founding members Billy Gould, Roddy Bottum, and Mike Bordin anchored the band's sound while vocalists varied, with Mike Patton's 1988 arrival marking their commercial breakthrough. Across their discography, they embraced experimental and alternative trends with albums released under labels like Slash and Ipecac Recordings.

Vinyl collectors can find seven notable Faith No More releases on the market, spanning seminal albums like "Angel Dust" (1992) and "Album Of The Year" (1997), alongside live recordings and later works such as "Sol Invictus" (2015).

Discography

Faith No More — Discography

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

Sol InvictusReclamation! Recordings · 2015
2015
Sol Invictus
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Album Of The YearSlash · 1997
1997
Album Of The Year
CD, Album
Studio
King For A Day Fool For A LifetimeSlash · 1995
1995
King For A Day Fool For A Lifetime
CD, Album
Studio
Angel DustSlash · 1992
1992
Angel Dust
CD, Album
Studio
Live At The Brixton AcademySlash · 1991
1991
Live At The Brixton Academy
CD, Album
Live
The Real ThingSlash · 1989
1989
The Real Thing
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Introduce YourselfSlash · 1987
1987
Introduce Yourself
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
We Care A LotMordam Records · 1985
1985
We Care A Lot
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Faith No More's career.

01
Epic
Epic
The Real Thing · 1989
02
Easy
·
03
Midlife Crisis
Midlife Crisis
Angel Dust · 1992
04
From Out of Nowhere
From Out of Nowhere
The Real Thing · 1989
05
Falling to Pieces
Falling to Pieces
The Real Thing · 1989
06
Evidence
Evidence
King For A Day Fool For A Lifetime · 1995
07
We Care a Lot
·
08
Ashes to Ashes
Ashes to Ashes
Album Of The Year · 1997

The essentials

The 3 Faith No More albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1992
Vinyl, LP, Album
Angel Dust

A key album displaying the band's unique blend of alternative rock and funk metal, featuring singles like "Midlife Crisis" and "A Small Victory."

13 tracksReleased on Slash Records8 vinyl versionsIncludes hit singles
#2 · 1997
Vinyl, LP, Album
Album Of The Year

Reflects the band's mature alternative metal phase with tracks such as "Collision" and "Stripsearch," available in several collectible pressings.

12 tracksReleased on Slash Records7 vinyl versionsOriginal UK pressing rare
#3 · 1995
Vinyl, LP, Album
King For A Day... Fool For A Lifetime

Captures the band's punk and alternative rock influences with a diverse track listing and multiple vinyl editions.

14 tracksReleased on Slash Records8 vinyl versionsStrong collector interest

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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.

Sol Invictus
Master release · LP · 2015
Market position i
34,25 €
Min price 12 €Max price 45 €
Average price 34,25 €
Only 47 copies for sale on Discogs
351 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Album Of The Year
Master release · LP · 1997
Market position i
45,00 €
Min price 22 €Max price 110 €
Average price 45,00 €
Only 38 copies for sale on Discogs
165 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
King For A Day Fool For A Lifetime
Master release · LP · 1995
Market position i
55,68 €
Min price 30 €Max price 70 €
Average price 55,68 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
298 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Angel Dust
Master release · LP · 1992
Market position i
42,50 €
Min price 18 €Max price 100 €
Average price 42,50 €
Only 35 copies for sale on Discogs
319 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Live At The Brixton Academy
Master release · LP · 1991
Market position i
25,48 €
Min price 24 €Max price 27 €
Average price 25,48 €
Only 20 copies for sale on Discogs
76 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Real Thing
Master release · LP · 1989
Market position i
85,72 €
Min price 35 €Max price 95 €
Average price 85,72 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
1 999 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Sol InvictusLP, Album, Limited Edition
Reclamation! Recordings 2015 RRIPC002LPX, RRIPC002LP 🔥 Standard edition
351 want · 4 250 have · ratio 0,1
25,00 €
Sol InvictusLP, Album
Reclamation! Recordings USA & Canada · 2015 RR002LP, RR002LPG, none Original pressing
351 want · 4 250 have · ratio 0,1
43,50 €
Album Of The YearLP, Numbered, Reissue, Album
Music On Vinyl Europe · 2013 MOVLP834 🔥 Standard edition
165 want · 1 471 have · ratio 0,1
60,00 €
Album Of The YearLP, Album
Slash UK · 1997 828 901-1 Original pressing
165 want · 1 471 have · ratio 0,1
110,28 €
King For A Day Fool For A LifetimeLP, Album
Slash Europe · 1995 828 560-1 🔥 Standard edition
298 want · 1 777 have · ratio 0,2
30,00 €
King For A Day Fool For A LifetimeLP, Album
Slash USA & Canada · 1995 9 45723-1 Original pressing
298 want · 1 777 have · ratio 0,2
70,00 €
Angel DustLP, Album
Slash Greece · 1992 828 321-1, 828321-1 🔥 Standard edition
319 want · 1 608 have · ratio 0,2
18,00 €
Angel DustLP, Album
London Records Spain · 1992 828 321-1 Original pressing
319 want · 1 608 have · ratio 0,2
45,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Faith No More

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

Faith No More seamlessly blended hard rock and hip-hop sounds, pioneering the metal fusion movement.
— Group history
01Lineup

Mike Patton's arrival marked a turning point

Mike Patton joined Faith No More in 1988, replacing Chuck Moseley, leading to their breakthrough with the hit single "Epic" from the 1989 album "The Real Thing."

1988San Francisco
02Live Album

1991 Live At The Brixton Academy captures peak energy

Faith No More's 1991 performance at London's Brixton Academy was recorded and released on vinyl, highlighting seminal tracks like "Falling to Pieces" and "Epic."

1991London
03Pressing

Original UK pressing of "Album Of The Year" commands high prices

The 1997 UK pressing of "Album Of The Year" on Slash Records is highly sought after, with vinyl copies listed up to €110 among collectors.

1997United Kingdom
04Discography

Seven key vinyl albums available including live and studio works

Among the seven main Faith No More vinyl releases are pivotal studio albums like "Angel Dust" and "King For A Day... Fool For A Lifetime," alongside live recordings from 1990 and 1991.

1983-2021San Francisco

Records by Faith No More

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FAQ

FAQ: Faith No More on physical formats

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

What genres define Faith No More's music?

Faith No More blends metal, punk, and alternative rock with funk and experimental elements, crossing genre boundaries throughout their career.

Which Faith No More albums are available on vinyl?

Seven vinyl albums are available, including "Angel Dust," "Album Of The Year," "King For A Day... Fool For A Lifetime," "Sol Invictus," and notable live recordings.

What years did Faith No More actively release music?

The band was active from 1983 until 2021, evolving their style and lineup over nearly four decades.

Are there special vinyl pressings of Faith No More albums in Europe?

Yes, Europe has numbered reissues such as the 2013 "Album Of The Year" release on Music On Vinyl, appealing to collectors.

What makes the "Angel Dust" album significant for collectors?

"Angel Dust" showcases the band's complex blend of alternative and funk metal, with multiple vinyl versions and some pressings commanding higher prices.

How popular is Faith No More on streaming platforms?

Faith No More has over 1.8 million monthly listeners, with stream counts surpassing 69 million on major platforms.

Where was Faith No More originally formed?

The band originated in San Francisco, California, in 1983, serving as a cornerstone of the alternative metal scene.

Which Faith No More vinyl pressing is the most expensive?

The original 1997 UK pressing of "Album Of The Year" is among the priciest, with prices reaching over €110.

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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: 04/07/2026