#1 · 2013
A marked return capturing their thrash and heavy metal fusion, Legions is a limited edition vinyl cherished by collectors.
12 tracksLimited EditionNumberedStereo
Artist page · 03/07/2026
Artillery
Artillery formed in Taastrup, Denmark in 1982, embedding themselves in the thrash metal scene. Their discography charts a trajectory from raw 80’s energy to refined technical thrash across decades.
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392Discogs releases
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About
Artillery, Danish thrash metal pioneers from Taastrup since 1982.
Over 10 LPs spanning from 1985's Fear Of Tomorrow to 2021's X; original pressings and limited editions tracked in real time.
Emerging in the early 1980s, Artillery began as a quintet centered around guitarists Jørgen Sandau and Michael Stützer, bassist Morten Stützer, drummer Carsten Nielsen, and vocalist Carsten Lohmann. Early demos like Shellshock and Deeds Of Darkness (1984) preceded their debut album Fear Of Tomorrow (1985) under Neat Records. Known for their technical thrash approach, the band cultivated a connection with Metallica during Copenhagen sessions.
Lineup shifts occurred with Flemming Rønsdorf replacing the singer in 1985 and Morten Stützer moving to guitar in 1989, Peter Thorslund taking over bass. The 1990 album By Inheritance was released on Roadrunner Records, gaining critical attention despite limited label promotion.
Discography
Artillery — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Mighty Music · 2024Raw Live At Copenhell
Live
Metal Blade Records · 2021X
Studio
Metal Blade Records · 2018The Face Of Fear
Studio
Metal Blade Records · 2016Penalty By Perception
Studio
Metal Blade Records · 2013Legions
Studio
Metal Mind Productions · 2011My Blood
Studio
Metal Mind Productions · 2009When Death Comes
Studio
Diehard Music Worldwide · 1999B.A.C.K.
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R/C Records · 1990By Inheritance
Studio
Neat Records · 1987Terror Squad
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Neat Records · 1985Fear Of Tomorrow
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Artillery's career.
01
Khomaniac
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02
By Inheritance
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03
Don't Believe
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04
Bombfood
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05
7:00 From Tashkent
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06
Equal at First
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07
Life in Bondage
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08
Back in the Trash
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The essentials
The 3 Artillery albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2016
Blending thrash and power metal elements, this album features complex rhythms across 12 tracks, available in numbered editions.
12 tracksLimited EditionNumbered
#3 · 2021
X sees Artillery evolve their thrash sensibilities with 14 tracks, including bonus tracks, recorded in Germany and issued in numbered limited pressings.
14 tracksLimited EditionNumberedGerman pressing
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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.
X
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Min price 13 €Max price 29 €
Average price
20,49 €
Only 71 copies for sale on Discogs
63 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Face Of Fear
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Min price 15 €Max price 29 €
Average price
19,03 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
68 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Penalty By Perception
Market position
i
Min price 18 €Max price 20 €
Average price
19,99 €
Only 18 copies for sale on Discogs
51 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Legions
Market position
i
Min price 19 €Max price 60 €
Average price
39,30 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
68 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Terror Squad
Market position
i
Min price 37 €Max price 66 €
Average price
51,55 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
428 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Raw Live At Copenhell
Market position
i
Min price 25 €Max price 25 €
Average price
25,00 €
Only 9 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Artillery
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The band became friends with Metallica during sessions in Copenhagen for Ride The Lightning and Master Of Puppets.— Artillery history
01Band Formation
Formed in Taastrup, 1982
Artillery was established in 1982 in Taastrup, near Copenhagen, bringing together guitarists Jørgen Sandau and Michael Stützer with the full original lineup of musicians beginning their thrash journey.
02Debut Album
Fear Of Tomorrow released in 1985
In 1985, Artillery released their debut album Fear Of Tomorrow on Neat Records, a key entry point for Danish thrash metal and a base for their developing technical style.
03Lineup Change
1990: Morten Stützer moves from bass to guitar
The bass player Morten Stützer switched to guitar in 1989, with Peter Thorslund joining on bass. This shift occurred just before the release of By Inheritance in 1990.
04Breakup and Reunions
1991 break-up and multiple reunions
Following poor promotion of By Inheritance and its tour cancellations, Artillery disbanded in 1991, reformed in 1998, split again in 2000, before finally reuniting in 2007 and continuing to record.
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FAQ
FAQ: Artillery on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who are the founding members of Artillery?
Artillery was founded by guitarists Jørgen Sandau and Michael Stützer, bassist Morten Stützer, drummer Carsten Nielsen, and vocalist Carsten Lohmann in 1982 in Taastrup, Denmark.
What genre of metal does Artillery play?
Artillery is primarily a thrash metal band known for technical and speed metal elements in their style.
Which Artillery album is considered a collector’s limited edition on vinyl?
Legions, released in 2013, is available as a limited edition, numbered vinyl pressing and is sought after by collectors.
Has Artillery ever broken up and reunited?
Artillery initially disbanded in 1991, reunited in 1998, split again in 2000, then reformed in 2007 and have remained active since.
What is the vinyl format of the 2021 album X?
The 2021 album X is available as a limited edition, numbered LP pressing, often on 180 gram vinyl.
Where can I find original pressings of Artillery’s albums in France?
Original pressings of key albums like The Face Of Fear (2018) and Terror Squad (1987) are available in European markets, including France, often through specialized retailers and vinyl platforms.
How has Artillery’s sound evolved over the years?
Starting with raw 80s thrash metal, Artillery’s sound became increasingly technical, incorporating heavy and power metal influences, especially on albums like Penalty By Perception (2016).
Are there live Artillery vinyl albums available?
Yes, Raw Live At Copenhell (2024) is a live vinyl LP capturing Artillery’s performance, available on vinyl.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 03/07/2026