#1 · 2016
A pivotal 2016 release on Century Media featuring experimental and progressive black metal across 8 tracks.
8 tracksGatefoldMultiple vinyl versionsGermany pressing
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Borknagar
Established in Bergen in 1995, Borknagar combines black metal, folk, and progressive metal elements, creating a distinct soundscape.
12Albums on Vinyles.com
246Discogs releases
207kLast.fm listeners
About
Borknagar, Twelve albums blending black, progressive, and folk metal since 1995.
Norwegian band from Bergen with key vinyls like 'Winter Thrice' and 'Fall', tracked in multiple pressings.
Borknagar, formed by Øystein Garnes Brun, fuses raw black metal with melodic folk and progressive styles. The band’s lyrics explore themes of philosophy, nature, and the cosmos. Their discography spans 12 vinyl-recorded albums, including original releases and reissues, some featuring limited editions across Europe and the US. The vinyl market tracks multiple pressings per album, with notable editions on labels like Century Media and Cosmic Key Creation.
Collectors and audiophiles may find interest in the band's varying vinyl formats, such as LPs in standard stereo and limited editions, featuring intricate cover art and diverse tracklists, capturing the band’s evolving sound from their 1996 debut through their latest releases.
Discography
Borknagar — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Century Media · 2024Fall
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Century Media · 2019True North
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Century Media · 2016Winter Thrice
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Century Media · 2012Urd
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Indie Recordings · 2010Universal
Studio
Century Media · 2006Origin
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Century Media · 2004Epic
Studio
Century Media · 2001Empiricism
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Century Media · 2000Quintessence
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Century Media · 1998The Archaic Course
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Century Media · 1997The Olden Domain
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Malicious Records · 1996Borknagar
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Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Borknagar's career.
01
Colossus
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02
Oceans Rise
The Archaic Course · 1998
03
Up North
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04
Voices
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05
The Genuine Pulse
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06
Gods Of My World
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07
The Rhymes Of The Mountain
Winter Thrice · 2016
08
Winter Thrice
Winter Thrice · 2016
The essentials
The 3 Borknagar albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2024
The 2024 album issued by Century Media, featuring 8 tracks with atmospheric and Viking metal influences in multiple pressings.
8 tracksStereo LPEuropean and US pressingsLimited editions available
#3 · 1998
Reissued Viking metal album initially released in 1998, notable for its influential sound and multiple vinyl pressings.
8 tracksReissue editionVarious pressingsCentury Media label
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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.
Fall
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 55 €
Average price
34,98 €
Only 59 copies for sale on Discogs
7 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Winter Thrice
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 140 €
Average price
74,95 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
89 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Urd
Market position
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Min price 22 €Max price 60 €
Average price
34,50 €
Only 9 copies for sale on Discogs
110 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Universal
Market position
i
Min price 16 €Max price 35 €
Average price
26,10 €
Only 49 copies for sale on Discogs
72 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Origin
Market position
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Min price 15 €Max price 27 €
Average price
21,02 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
120 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Archaic Course
Market position
i
Min price 15 €Max price 55 €
Average price
28,52 €
Only 9 copies for sale on Discogs
157 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Borknagar
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Borknagar's music weaves philosophy, nature, and cosmic themes with a blend of black and folk metal.— Band thematic focus
01Vinyl Pressing
Multiple vinyl editions of 'Fall' in 2024
The album 'Fall' was released in 2024 with at least two known pressings: an original European LP and a non-original US LP, both under Century Media with catnos 19658864441 and 19658865431 respectively, offering collectors options in format and pricing.
02Studio Album
'Winter Thrice' vinyl editions and pricing
'Winter Thrice' has multiple vinyl versions released in 2016, notable pressings include a standard LP and a limited edition on the same catalog number (88875175221) from Century Media in Germany, with prices ranging from about 20 to 140 euros.
03Lineup
Key band members contributing to Borknagar's sound
Andreas Hedlund (Vintersorg) on vocals, Øystein Garnes Brun on guitar, Asgeir Mickelson on drums, and Lazare on keyboards have shaped Borknagar's evolving fusion of black, folk, and progressive metal.
04Vinyl Pricing
Urd LP limited edition market range
The 2012 limited edition LP pressing of 'Urd' on Century Media in Germany varies in price from around 30 to 60 euros, reflecting demand among collectors for this avant-garde black metal release.
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FAQ
FAQ: Borknagar on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What is Borknagar's musical style?
Borknagar blends black metal with progressive and folk elements, creating atmospheric and complex compositions.
When was Borknagar formed and where?
Borknagar was formed in 1995 in Bergen, Norway, by guitarist Øystein Garnes Brun.
Which Borknagar albums are available on vinyl?
Twelve Borknagar albums are cataloged on vinyl, including 'Winter Thrice', 'Fall', and reissues such as 'The Archaic Course'.
Are there multiple pressings for Borknagar vinyls?
Yes, key albums like 'Fall' and 'Winter Thrice' have several pressings across Europe, the US, and Germany with different catalog numbers and editions.
How do Borknagar vinyl prices vary?
Vinyl prices range widely; for example, 'Winter Thrice' can be found from about 19.99 to 140 euros, depending on pressing and edition.
Where can I find Borknagar vinyls in France?
Borknagar vinyls are available from European distributors, often accessible in France through specialty metal record shops and online vendors.
Is 'Fall' available on vinyl in the US?
Yes, a non-original US pressing of 'Fall' was released in 2024 by Century Media on LP format.
What are the track counts on Borknagar vinyl albums?
Typical albums like 'Winter Thrice' and 'Fall' contain 8 tracks each, while other releases vary between 8 to 9 tracks per vinyl album.
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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: 04/07/2026