Artist page · 03/07/2026

Cannibal Corpse

BuffaloFormed in 1988Hard Rock / Heavy Metal19 vinyl albums
Cannibal Corpse, formed in Buffalo in 1988, is a key American death metal band known for its brutal style and thematic focus on horror and gore. Their work spans over three decades.
19Albums on Vinyles.com
1513Discogs releases
808kLast.fm listeners

About

Cannibal Corpse, Thirty-five years of pioneering American death metal brutality.

More than 30 vinyl titles including original Metal Blade pressings; vinyl editions vary widely in rarity and price.

Cannibal Corpse originated in Buffalo, New York, in 1988, quickly becoming a pivotal name in death metal. Their discography extends through multiple landmark albums from the 1990 debut "Eaten Back to Life" to the 2023 release "Chaos Horrific." The band's sound combines technicality and brutality, often complemented by graphic album artwork that matches their thematic content. Though controversial, they have maintained a dedicated fan base and significant influence in the metal community.

Their original label, Metal Blade Records, has issued many of their LPs on vinyl, with pressing variants across Europe and the USA. These vinyl releases, including limited editions and numbered pressings, are tracked for price and availability, capturing collectors’ attention worldwide.

Discography

Cannibal Corpse — Discography

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

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Cannibal Corpse's career.

01
Hammer Smashed Face
·
02
I Cum Blood
·
03
Scourge of Iron
Scourge of Iron
Torture · 2012
04
Make Them Suffer
·
05
Evisceration Plague
Evisceration Plague
Evisceration Plague · 2009
06
Fucked with a Knife
·
07
Addicted to Vaginal Skin
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08
The Time To Kill Is Now
·

The essentials

The 3 Cannibal Corpse albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1990
Vinyl LP
Eaten Back To Life

Debut full-length album marking the band's brutal break into the death metal scene, originally released on Metal Blade Records.

12 tracksFirst studio albumMetal Blade label
#2 · 1992
Vinyl LP
Tomb Of The Mutilated

Third studio album featuring the track "Hammer Smashed Face"; it contributed significantly to the band's international breakthrough.

12 tracksOriginal Metal Blade pressingCensored bans in Germany
#3 · 2023
LP, Album
Chaos Horrific

Latest studio album available on vinyl with pressing variants in Europe and the USA, presenting continued evolution of the band's death metal style.

10 tracksMetal Blade RecordsMultiple European and US pressings

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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.

Chaos Horrific
Master release · LP · 2023
Market position i
21,74 €
Min price 20 €Max price 26 €
Average price 21,74 €
Only 65 copies for sale on Discogs
81 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Violence Unimagined
Master release · LP · 2021
Market position i
26,95 €
Min price 22 €Max price 31 €
Average price 26,95 €
Only 41 copies for sale on Discogs
159 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Red Before Black
Master release · LP · 2017
Market position i
24,72 €
Min price 20 €Max price 35 €
Average price 24,72 €
Only 49 copies for sale on Discogs
220 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
A Skeletal Domain
Master release · LP · 2014
Market position i
61,45 €
Min price 15 €Max price 80 €
Average price 61,45 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
215 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Torture
Master release · LP · 2012
Market position i
84,50 €
Min price 65 €Max price 117 €
Average price 84,50 €
Only 24 copies for sale on Discogs
290 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Evisceration Plague
Master release · LP · 2009
Market position i
151,90 €
Min price 30 €Max price 350 €
Average price 151,90 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
195 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Chaos HorrificLP, Album
Metal Blade Records USA & Europe · 2023 3984-25216-1, 039842521633 🔥 Standard edition
81 want · 675 have · ratio 0,1
21,74 €
Chaos HorrificLP, Album
Metal Blade Records Europe · 2023 3984-16043-1 Original pressing
81 want · 675 have · ratio 0,1
19,50 €
Violence UnimaginedLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records Europe · 2021 3984-15747-1 🔥 Standard edition
159 want · 492 have · ratio 0,3
26,95 €
Violence UnimaginedLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records USA & Canada · 2021 3984-15748-1 Original pressing
159 want · 492 have · ratio 0,3
Red Before BlackLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records Europe · 2017 3984-15530-1 🔥 Standard edition
220 want · 1 427 have · ratio 0,2
28,00 €
Red Before BlackLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records US · 2017 3984-25040-1 Original pressing
220 want · 1 427 have · ratio 0,2
21,44 €
A Skeletal DomainLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records Germany · 2014 3984-25015-1 🔥 Standard edition
215 want · 1 671 have · ratio 0,1
47,99 €
A Skeletal DomainLP, Album, Limited Edition
Metal Blade Records Germany · 2014 3984-25015-1 Original pressing
215 want · 1 671 have · ratio 0,1
15,00 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Cannibal Corpse

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

"The last song we play live is always 'Hammer Smashed Face'—a fan favorite that showcases the band's brutal style."
— Cannibal Corpse band commentary
01Debut Album

Eaten Back To Life launch

The 1990 debut album 'Eaten Back To Life' was pivotal in establishing Cannibal Corpse’s presence in death metal, released through Metal Blade Records.

1990USA
02Breakthrough Track

"Hammer Smashed Face" prominence

The track "Hammer Smashed Face" from the 1992 album 'Tomb Of The Mutilated' became the last song played live by the band and featured notably in the film Ace Ventura with Jim Carrey.

1992USA
03Vinyl Variants

Multiple original pressings for Chaos Horrific

'Chaos Horrific' (2023) is available on original Metal Blade pressings from Europe and the USA, with prices ranging from about €19.50 to €26.09 depending on edition rarity.

2023Europe & USA
04Label Partnership

Long-lasting Metal Blade relationship

Metal Blade Records has been the primary label for Cannibal Corpse's vinyl releases since their inception, issuing numerous limited editions and collector's versions.

1988-presentUSA

Records by Cannibal Corpse

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FAQ

FAQ: Cannibal Corpse on physical formats

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

When was Cannibal Corpse formed?

Cannibal Corpse was formed in 1988 in Buffalo, New York, USA.

What genre of music does Cannibal Corpse play?

The band is known for death metal with a focus on brutal and technical elements.

Which Cannibal Corpse album contains the song "Hammer Smashed Face"?

"Hammer Smashed Face" is on the 1992 album "Tomb Of The Mutilated."

Are Cannibal Corpse vinyl records available in France?

Vinyls of Cannibal Corpse albums are distributed in France, including editions released by Metal Blade Records across Europe.

Why are some albums banned in Germany?

Their albums "Eaten Back To Life," "Butchered At Birth," and "Tomb Of The Mutilated" are banned from sales and live performance in Germany due to their graphic content.

What are the acoustic characteristics of Cannibal Corpse's vinyl releases?

The vinyl editions maintain high audio fidelity with a focus on preserving the band's signature mixture of speed and heavy sound walls.

How many Cannibal Corpse albums are available on vinyl?

There are over 30 vinyl titles by Cannibal Corpse, including studio albums, live albums, and EPs.

Where are notable Cannibal Corpse vinyl pressings produced?

Significant pressings are produced in Europe, Germany, the USA, and Canada, often featuring limited edition formats.

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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: 03/07/2026