Artist page · 07/07/2026

In Flames

GothenburgFormed in 1990Hard Rock / Heavy Metal13 vinyl albums
Formed in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1990, In Flames is a cornerstone of melodic death metal. Their evolving sound blends aggressive riffs with melodic elements across a prolific catalog spanning three decades.
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About

15 vinyl editions include limited pressings from Nuclear Blast—middle-range prices for classics like Come Clarity & Foregone.

In Flames emerged from Gothenburg as key architects of the melodic death metal genre. Over thirty years, they've released 15 vinyl records available today, spanning early albums to their latest. Their work integrates harsh metal with melodic progression, evolving through various lineups and influences.

Key vinyl editions often appear as Limited Edition LPs marked by contrasting pressing colors and cover art variations, primarily released under the Nuclear Blast label. Collector interest focuses on numbered editions like the 2023 Foregone LP and the 2006 Come Clarity test pressing in transparent violet.

Discography

In Flames discography

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

Hell Is Overcrowded And Heaven's Full Of SinnersMetal Hammer · 2023
2023
Hell Is Overcrowded And Heaven's Full Of Sinners
CD, Album, Limited Edition, Promo
Studio
ForegoneNuclear Blast Records · 2023
2023
Foregone
CD, Album
Studio
I, The MaskNuclear Blast · 2019
2019
I, The Mask
CD, Album
Studio
BattlesNuclear Blast · 2016
2016
Battles
CD, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Studio
Sounds From The Heart Of GothenburgNuclear Blast · 2016
2016
Sounds From The Heart Of Gothenburg
Box Set, Limited Edition, Vinyl, LP, All Media, Album
Studio
Siren CharmsSony Music · 2014
2014
Siren Charms
CD, Album
Studio
Sounds Of A Playground FadingCentury Media · 2011
2011
Sounds Of A Playground Fading
CD, Album
Studio
A Sense Of PurposeNuclear Blast · 2008
2008
A Sense Of Purpose
CD, Album
Studio
Come ClarityNuclear Blast · 2006
2006
Come Clarity
CD, Album
Studio
Soundtrack To Your EscapeNuclear Blast · 2004
2004
Soundtrack To Your Escape
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Reroute To RemainNuclear Blast · 2002
2002
Reroute To Remain
CD, Album
Studio
The Tokyo Showdown - Live In Japan 2000Nuclear Blast · 2001
2001
The Tokyo Showdown - Live In Japan 2000
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
ClaymanNuclear Blast · 2000
2000
Clayman
CD, Album
Studio
ColonyNuclear Blast · 1999
1999
Colony
CD, Album
Studio
WhoracleNuclear Blast · 1997
1997
Whoracle
CD, Album
Studio
The Jester RaceNuclear Blast · 1996
1996
The Jester Race
CD, Album
Studio
SubterraneanWrong Again Records · 1995
1995
Subterranean
CD, Mini-Album
Studio
Lunar StrainWrong Again Records · 1994
1994
Lunar Strain
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up In Flames's career.

01
Only for the Weak
·
02
Take This Life
Take This Life
Come Clarity · 2006
03
Come Clarity
Come Clarity
Come Clarity · 2006
04
Cloud Connected
·
05
The Quiet Place
The Quiet Place
Soundtrack To Your Escape · 2004
06
Trigger
·
07
The Jester's Dance
·
08
Alias
·

The essentials

The 3 In Flames albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2023
LP, Album, Limited Edition
Foregone

The latest studio album with 12 tracks showcasing a blend of melodic death and alternative metal; features multiple limited pressing variants across Europe and US.

12 tracksNuclear Blast RecordsEurope & US pressingsPrice range €24–35
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#2 · 2016
LP, Album
Battles

A 15-track release notable for alternative metal influences; pressed multiple times with limited editions available mostly in Europe under Nuclear Blast.

15 tracksLimited EditionNuclear BlastPrice range €20–77
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#3 · 2006
LP, Album, Test Pressing, White Label
Come Clarity (Transparent Violet)

A well-documented edition prized for its unique transparent violet vinyl test pressing; includes 13 tracks blending melodic death metal nuances.

13 tracksTest PressingTransparent Violet VinylNuclear Blast
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Go further

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Artists who share part of In Flames's musical DNA.

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Arch Enemy
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Children of Bodom
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At the Gates
At the Gates

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of In Flames

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

Recorded in Gothenburg, In Flames meld metal aggression with melody in each album.
— Band Overview
01Origins

In Flames began in Gothenburg in 1990

The band's formation in Gothenburg, Sweden, established them as forerunners in the melodic death metal scene, blending death metal intensity with melodic composition.

1990Gothenburg, Sweden
02Album

Foregone is a 2023 Limited Edition LP

Foregone's European Limited Edition LP pressing (NBR 65141) remains sought-after at prices starting around €24, highlighting the band's current era of creative output.

2023Europe
03Lineup Change

Vocalists swapped in 1995 with Dark Tranquillity

In 1995, a notable switch occurred where In Flames' singer and Dark Tranquillity's singer exchanged positions, impacting the vocal style of both bands going forward.

1995Sweden
04Vinyl Collecting

Come Clarity transparent violet test pressing stands out

The 2006 Come Clarity edition on transparent violet vinyl is a premium collector's item, recognized for its limited quantities and white label test pressing status.

2006Sweden
05Label

Nuclear Blast dominates their vinyl releases

Most In Flames vinyl records have been released under the Nuclear Blast label, a focal point for their collector editions and limited pressings worldwide.

1990-2023Global

Records by In Flames

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THE JESTER RACE - Front Cover

THE JESTER RACE

In Flames
Metal / Fusion Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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THE JESTER RACE - Front Cover

THE JESTER RACE

In Flames
Ska / Rocksteady Reggae/Ragga
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $51.14 2 offers
BREATHING FIRE - IN FLAMES LIVE 2024 - Front Cover

BREATHING FIRE - IN FLAMES LIVE 2024

In Flames
Black Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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WHORACLE - Front Cover WHORACLE - Front Cover

WHORACLE

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $38.09 1 offer
A SENSE OF PURPOSE + THE MIRROR'S TRUTH - Front Cover A SENSE OF PURPOSE + THE MIRROR'S TRUTH - Front Cover

A SENSE OF PURPOSE + THE MIRROR'S TRUTH

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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FOREGONE - Front Cover

FOREGONE

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $37.99 1 offer
SIREN CHARMS - Front Cover

SIREN CHARMS

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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LUNAR STRAIN - Front Cover LUNAR STRAIN - Front Cover

LUNAR STRAIN

In Flames
Hard Rock / Heavy Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $28.89 2 offers
SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR ESCAPE - Front Cover

SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR ESCAPE

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $35.36 1 offer
COLONY - Front Cover COLONY - Front Cover

COLONY

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLÉAIRE BLAST
From $28.89 2 offers
SOUNDS OF A PLAYGROUND FADING - Front Cover

SOUNDS OF A PLAYGROUND FADING

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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COME CLARITY (TRANSPARENT VIOLET) - Front Cover COME CLARITY (TRANSPARENT VIOLET) - Front Cover

COME CLARITY (TRANSPARENT VIOLET)

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $53.36 1 offer
REROUTE TO REMAIN (TRANSPARENT RED) - Front Cover

REROUTE TO REMAIN (TRANSPARENT RED)

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $56.20 1 offer
BATTLES - Front Cover

BATTLES

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
From $61.81 1 offer
BATTLES - Front Cover

BATTLES

In Flames
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed Metal Metal
NUCLEAR BLAST
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FAQ

FAQ

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

What are In Flames' best vinyl albums for newcomers?

Recommended starting points include 'Foregone' (2023), 'Come Clarity' (2006), and 'Battles' (2016), as these represent key stages of the band's evolving sound and are widely available on vinyl.

Which In Flames vinyl pressing is most collectible?

The 2006 'Come Clarity' transparent violet test pressing is especially valued for rarity and unique aesthetic appeal among collectors.

Where can I find European pressings of In Flames vinyl records?

Many releases, including 'Foregone' and 'Battles', have European pressings often listed on vinyl marketplaces and sellers specializing in heavy metal vinyl.

What label primarily releases In Flames vinyl albums?

The majority of their vinyl output is issued by Nuclear Blast Records, noted for multiple limited editions and geographically diverse pressings.

How many tracks are on the 'Foregone' album vinyl version?

'Foregone' features 12 tracks on its vinyl LP format, blending melodic death metal and alternative metal elements.

Are there colored vinyl editions of In Flames albums?

Yes, notable examples include the transparent violet version of 'Come Clarity' and the transparent red pressing of 'Reroute To Remain'.

Which is considered In Flames' hallmark genre?

In Flames is recognized as a key pioneer of melodic death metal, especially linked to the Gothenburg metal scene in Sweden.

What are some similar artists to In Flames for fans exploring metal?

Artists like Soilwork, Dark Tranquillity, and Arch Enemy share stylistic traits with In Flames and are often discovered by fans of the band.

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Last updated: 07/07/2026