#1 · 2021
Latest studio album melding industrial and metal elements with 10 tracks spanning over 45 minutes, issued in Europe and US editions.
10 tracks45 RPMLimited EditionEurope & US versions
Artist page · 05/07/2026
Fear Factory
Fear Factory emerged in Los Angeles in 1990 as an industrial metal band fusing death metal, thrash, and nu metal elements across their career.
7Albums on Vinyles.com
727Discogs releases
917kLast.fm listeners
About
Fear Factory, Pioneers of industrial metal from Los Angeles since 1990.
Eight key vinyl releases blending death metal and industrial sounds, with collectible pressings on major and indie labels.
Originating from Los Angeles, Fear Factory blends death metal’s aggression with industrial and nu metal elements, defining a distinctive hybrid genre. Their vanishingly precise guitar work, machine-like drumming, and atmospheric samples created a trademark sound that has inspired countless acts. The band’s discography includes studio albums, remixes, and concept works, several of which have been reissued on vinyl with various pressings worldwide. Collectors keen on a mix of aggressive and mechanical sounds will find pressings on labels like Nuclear Blast, Roadrunner Records, and AFM Records.
Vinyles.com tracks multiple versions, including limited editions and remasters, from their early 1992 debut to recent releases like 2021’s Aggression Continuum and 2015’s Genexus.
Discography
Fear Factory — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Nuclear Blast · 2021Aggression Continuum
Studio
Nuclear Blast Entertainment · 2015Genexus
Studio
Candlelight Records USA · 2012The Industrialist
Studio
AFM Records · 2010Mechanize
Studio
Calvin Records · 2005Transgression
Studio
Liquid 8 Records · 2004Archetype
Studio
Roadrunner Records · 2002Concrete
Studio
Roadrunner Records · 2001Digimortal
Studio
Roadrunner Records · 1998Obsolete
Studio
Roadrunner Records · 1997Remanufacture (Cloning Technology)
Studio
Roadrunner Records · 1995Demanufacture
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Roadrunner Records · 1992Soul Of A New Machine
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Fear Factory's career.
01
Linchpin
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02
Replica
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03
Edgecrusher
Obsolete · 1998
04
Demanufacture
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05
Archetype
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06
Descent
Obsolete · 1998
07
Self Bias Resistor
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08
Zero Signal
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The essentials
The 3 Fear Factory albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2015
Key industrial metal album featuring complex arrangements and tracks like 'Autonomous Combat System', available in multiple vinyl pressings.
10 tracksLimited EditionEurope & US releases
#3 · 2002
Vinyl reissue of the 1991 demo showcasing early raw industrial death metal sound, reissued with remastered audio and extended track list.
16 tracksRemasteredReissueUS release
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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.
Aggression Continuum
Market position
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Min price 16 €Max price 29 €
Average price
21,13 €
Only 51 copies for sale on Discogs
108 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Genexus
Market position
i
Min price 31 €Max price 150 €
Average price
35,00 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
86 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Industrialist
Market position
i
Min price 17 €Max price 41 €
Average price
30,63 €
Only 49 copies for sale on Discogs
80 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Concrete
Market position
i
Min price 30 €Max price 33 €
Average price
31,45 €
Only 42 copies for sale on Discogs
169 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Obsolete
Market position
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Min price 17 €Max price 57 €
Average price
25,99 €
Only 96 copies for sale on Discogs
152 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Mechanize
Market position
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Min price 24 €Max price 49 €
Average price
29,24 €
Only 36 copies for sale on Discogs
93 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Fear Factory
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The band is known for the precise integration of samples and synthesizers creating a signature industrial metal sound.— Band Profile
01Formation
Fear Factory formed in Los Angeles in 1990
The band was founded by Burton C. Bell (vocals), Raymond Herrera (drums), and Dino Cazares (guitar), beginning a pioneering journey into industrial metal.
02Lineup Change
Christian Olde Wolbers replaced Andrew Shives on bass in 1994
After initial years, bassist Andrew Shives was succeeded by Christian Olde Wolbers, who later also took over guitar duties during phases without founder Dino Cazares.
03Album Concept
Obsolete, Demanufacture, and Digimortal are concept albums on man versus machine
These albums explore themes of human-machine conflict through metal and industrial fusion, each providing a unique narrative angle spanning 1995 to 2001.
04Pressings
Aggression Continuum original limited pressings in Europe and US, 2021
Europe edition pressed at 45 RPM limited to about 490 copies tracked, selling between €18 and €29, with US limited edition variants available.
05Vinyl Reissue
Concrete reissued as remastered LP in 2025 in the US
Originally a 1991 demo, Concrete was remastered and issued on vinyl by Roadrunner Records with extended tracks and multiple pressing variants.
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Fear Factory merch
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FAQ
FAQ: Fear Factory on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genre is Fear Factory known for?
Fear Factory is known for industrial metal, blending death metal, thrash, and nu metal elements.
When was Fear Factory formed and where?
The band was formed in Los Angeles in 1990 by Burton C. Bell, Raymond Herrera, and Dino Cazares.
Which album should I start with on vinyl?
'Aggression Continuum' (2021) offers the latest sound, while 'Concrete' (2002 reissue) presents early raw material; both are key vinyl releases.
Are all Fear Factory vinyls available worldwide?
Many vinyl editions have regional pressings, notably in Europe and the US, with some label-specific limited editions.
What formats are Fear Factory vinyls pressed in?
Vinyls typically include LPs at 33 or 45 RPM, with some limited editions and remastered reissues.
How can I identify original Fear Factory pressings?
Original pressings include distinct catalogue numbers and labels such as Nuclear Blast and Roadrunner Records, often indicated by limited edition marks.
Where can I find Fear Factory vinyls in France?
Vinyl collections and reissues, like 'Concrete' (2026 reissue), are available from distributors that ship to France, often found on European label releases.
What are some top Fear Factory tracks to explore on vinyl?
Tracks like 'Linchpin', 'Replica', and 'Edgecrusher' are fan favorites frequently featured in vinyl collections.
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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: 05/07/2026