Artist page · 04/07/2026
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13 vinyl releases spanning from 'Fistful Of Metal' to '7-FOR ALL KINGS'; original pressings on Island and Nuclear Blast hold collector value.
Formed by guitarists Scott Ian and Danny Lilker in 1981, Anthrax has sustained a long career in thrash metal and related genres with 13 vinyl-recorded albums tracked here. Their 1985 signing with Island Records marked one of the earliest thrash metal contracts with a major label. The band blends speed metal, groove elements, and occasional punk tendencies — reflected through various lineups featuring vocalists Joey Belladonna and John Bush and guitarists Dan Spitz and Jonathan Donais.
Vinyl collectors favor original 1980s albums like 'Fistful Of Metal' and mid-career standout 'Among The Living,' as well as later works such as 'For All Kings' and 'Worship Music' pressed on Nuclear Blast.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Not On Label · 2022
Megaforce Records · 2018
Megaforce Records · 2016
Megaforce Records · 2011
Island Records · 2007
Sanctuary · 2005
Sanctuary · 2004
Sanctuary · 2004
Sanctuary · 2003
Ignition · 1998
Elektra · 1995
Elektra · 1993
Island Records · 1990
Island Records · 1988
Island Records · 1987
Island Records · 1985
Megaforce Records · 1984Playlist
The tracks that sum up Anthrax's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
'For All Kings' is a key modern album showing Anthrax's thrash metal evolution, comprising 13 tracks with intricate riffs and dynamic vocals.
'Worship Music' returned the classic Anthrax sound with 13 tracks blending thrash and heavy metal, supported by multiple vinyl editions.
Covers album 'The Greater Of Two Evils' presents thrash and speed metal renditions of earlier tracks across 16 tracks on limited vinyl editions.
Go further
Artists who share part of Anthrax'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.
Anthrax is the most crossover member of the 'Big Four' of Thrash Metal.— Analysis of their musical style
Guitarists Scott Ian and Danny Lilker founded Anthrax in 1981, launching the band that would become a major player in the thrash metal scene.
In 1985, Anthrax became one of the first thrash metal bands to sign with a major label, Island Records, expanding the genre's reach.
'For All Kings' was released in 2016 on Nuclear Blast in Europe, with multiple vinyl pressings and is sought after for its varied vinyl versions.
The 2007 live album 'Caught In A Mosh (BBC Live In Concert)' captures Anthrax performing in stereo for Island Records.
Joey Belladonna took over lead vocals from Neil Turbin in 1984, becoming a defining voice throughout most of Anthrax's classic era.
Official store
T-shirts, posters, accessories and limited editions.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Anthrax was formed in New York in 1981 by guitarists Scott Ian and Danny Lilker.
Notable vinyl albums include 'For All Kings' (2016), 'Worship Music' (2011), and 'The Greater Of Two Evils' (2004).
Anthrax's music spans thrash metal, speed metal, heavy metal, and incorporates rap-metal elements.
The 'Big Four' refers to Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax, leading bands in thrash metal's development.
France-based collectors can find rare Anthrax pressings mostly via European releases, including limited editions on Nuclear Blast.
Vintage Anthrax vinyl is often available in specialized Paris record shops and major European vinyl markets online.
Joey Belladonna joined in 1984, giving Anthrax a distinctive vocal identity contributing to their rising profile in the 80s.
Anthrax vinyl records are commonly found as LPs, with various editions including limited runs, colored vinyl, and reissues.
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