The List of Pantera Albums in Order of Release

 

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The discography of Pantera, an American heavy metal band released Nine Studio albums, Two Live albums, Four Compilation albums, Four Video albums, Eighteen Music videos, Four EPs, and Twenty Singles.

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Here is the list of Pantera Album in Order of Release Date:

1. Metal Magic — June 10, 1983
2. Projects in the Jungle — July 27, 1984
3. I Am the Night — October, 1985
4. Power Metal — June 24, 1988
5. Cowboys from Hell — July 24, 1990
6. Vulgar Display of Power — February 25, 1992
7. Far Beyond Driven — March 22, 1994
8. The Great Southern Trendkill — May 7, 1996
9. Reinventing the Steel — March 21, 2000

 

All Pantera Albums List in Order

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1. Metal Magic (1983)

Track

1. Ride My Rocket
2. I’ll Be Alright
3. Tell Me If You Want It
4. Latest Lover
5. Biggest Part of Me
6. Metal Magic
7. Widowmaker
8. Nothin
9. Sad Lover
10. Rock Out!

“Metal Magic,” Pantera’s inaugural studio album, emerged on June 10, 1983, via Metal Magic Records.[1] Unlike their later groove metal prominence, this debut, along with their next three offerings, embraced a glam/heavy metal sound, shaped by influences like Kiss and Van Halen. A family affair, the album was produced by Jerry Abbott, alias “The Eld’n,” a renowned country music figure, and father of band members “Diamond” Darrell and Vince Abbott, who were 16 and 19 upon release. Serving as a testament to the band’s evolution, “Metal Magic” remains a pivotal chapter in Pantera’s sonic journey.

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2. Projects in the Jungle (1984)

Track

1. All Over Tonight
2. Out for Blood
3. Blue Light Turnin’ Red
4. Like Fire
5. In Over My Head
6. Projects in the Jungle
7. Heavy Metal Rules!
8. Only a Heartbeat Away
9. Killers
10. Takin’ My Life

“Projects in the Jungle,” Pantera’s second studio album, released on July 27, 1984, via Metal Magic Records, presents a glimpse into the band’s early evolution. Notably, the album featured their debut music video for the track “All Over Tonight.” While echoing Def Leppard’s pre-Hysteria sound, with the influence of Pyromania released a year prior, the title track’s musical style foreshadows their future direction. Marked by a thrash metal-oriented guitar riff interspersed with groove metal-like breakdowns, “Projects in the Jungle” hinted at the powerful fusion that would later define Pantera’s unparalleled heavy metal sound.

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3. I Am the Night (1985)

Track

1. Hot and Heavy
2. I Am the Night
3. Onward We Rock!
4. D*G*T*T*M
5. Daughters of the Queen
6. Down Below
7. Come-On Eyes
8. Right on the Edge
9. Valhalla
10. Forever Tonight

“I Am the Night” stands as Pantera’s third studio album, unveiled in 1985 via Metal Magic Records. Solely accessible on vinyl and cassette, any later CD editions emerged as bootlegs from its initial formats. Notably, it marked the finale of lead singer Terry Glaze’s tenure and the band’s predominantly glam metal era. The track “Hot and Heavy” saw Pantera craft their second music video. Impressively, the album achieved approximately 25,000 sales—an impressive feat for an independent release, sealing its significance in the band’s trajectory.

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4. Power Metal (1988)

Track

1. Rock the World
2. Power Metal
3. We’ll Meet Again
4. Over and Out
5. Proud to Be Loud
6. Down Below
7. Death Trap
8. Hard Ride
9. Burnnn!
10. P*S*T*88

“Power Metal,” Pantera’s fourth studio album, unleashed on June 24, 1988, via Metal Magic Records, marked a pivotal moment in the band’s trajectory. Introducing Phil Anselmo as lead vocalist within the now-renowned lineup, which persisted until the band’s dissolution in 2003, the album serves as a sonic crossroads. It deftly navigates the transition from Pantera’s earlier glam metal roots to the weightier, thrash-inspired resonance that would reach full fruition with “Cowboys from Hell.” This release stands as a testament to Pantera’s metamorphic prowess, forging a musical bridge that resonated through heavy metal’s dynamic landscape.

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5. Cowboys from Hell (1990)

Track

1. Cowboys from Hell
2. Primal Concrete Sledge
3. Psycho Holiday
4. Heresy
5. Cemetery Gates
6. Domination
7. Shattered
8. Clash with Reality
9. Medicine Man
10. Message in Blood
11. The Sleep
12. The Art of Shredding

“Cowboys from Hell,” Pantera’s fifth studio album and major label debut, unleashed on July 24, 1990, via Atco Records, signifies a pivotal moment in their trajectory. Under producer Terry Date’s guidance, the album heralded their departure from glam aesthetics, embracing a weightier sonic landscape. This landmark release laid the foundation for groove metal, a subgenre they pioneered. Renowned for its transformative impact, “Cowboys from Hell” marks a dynamic shift in Pantera’s identity, solidifying their status as heavy metal innovators.

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6. Vulgar Display of Power (1992)

Track

1. Mouth for War
2. A New Level
3. Walk
4. Fucking Hostile
5. This Love
6. Rise
7. No Good (Attack the Radical)
8. Live in a Hole
9. Regular People (Conceit)
10. By Demons Be Driven
11. Hollow

“Vulgar Display of Power,” Pantera’s sixth studio album, unleashed on February 25, 1992, via Atco Records, cemented its place in metal history. Produced by Terry Date, the album followed the band’s collaboration on the breakthrough “Cowboys from Hell” (1990). With critical acclaim and fan fervor, it stands as Pantera’s top-selling record, earning double platinum certification. A 1990s heavy metal icon, it’s lauded for its influence. Rolling Stone honored it, ranking 10th in “The 100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time” in 2017. Memorable tracks like “Mouth for War,” “A New Level,” “Walk,” “Fucking Hostile,” and “This Love” solidify its legendary status.

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7. Far Beyond Driven (1994)

Track

1. Strength Beyond Strength
2. Becoming
3. 5 Minutes Alone
4. I’m Broken
5. Good Friends and a Bottle of Pills
6. Hard Lines, Sunken Cheeks
7. Slaughtered
8. 25 Years
9. Shedding Skin
10. Use My Third Arm
11. Throes of Rejection
12. Planet Caravan

“Far Beyond Driven,” Pantera’s seventh studio album, unleashed on March 22, 1994, through Elektra Records and East West Records, stands as a pinnacle of heavy metal might. Their fastest-selling release, it stormed the Billboard 200, claiming the coveted number 1 spot, while the RIAA awarded it Platinum status. The metamorphosis of guitarist Darrell Abbott into “Dimebag Darrell” is etched into this album, marking his evolution. A bonus gem, “The Badge,” a Poison Idea cover, graces special editions. A powerful testament to Pantera’s prowess, “Far Beyond Driven” echoes through the annals of metal history, unrelenting and iconic.

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8. The Great Southern Trendkill (1996)

Track

1. The Great Southern Trendkill
2. War Nerve
3. Drag the Waters
4. 10’s
5. 13 Steps to Nowhere
6. Suicide Note Pt. I
7. Suicide Note Pt. II
8. Living Through Me (Hells’ Wrath)
9. Floods
10. The Underground in America
11. (Reprise) Sandblasted Skin

“The Great Southern Trendkill,” Pantera’s eighth studio album, emerged on May 7, 1996, released via Elektra Records and East West Records. Peaking at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, it held its ground for 16 weeks. A unique production process saw Phil Anselmo’s vocals recorded solo at Trent Reznor’s Nothing Studios in New Orleans, while Dimebag Darrell, Rex Brown, and Vinnie Paul crafted the music at Chasin Jason Studios in Dalworthington Gardens. Notably, this marked the band’s final collaboration with producer Terry Date, a partnership that had flourished since “Cowboys from Hell” (1990).

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9. Reinventing the Steel (2000)

Track

1. Hellbound
2. Goddamn Electric
3. Yesterday Don’t Mean Shit
4. You’ve Got to Belong to It
5. Revolution Is My Name
6. Death Rattle
7. We’ll Grind That Axe for a Long Time
8. Uplift
9. It Makes Them Disappear
10. I’ll Cast a Shadow

“Reinventing the Steel,” Pantera’s ninth and final studio album, emerged on March 21, 2000, via Elektra Records and East West Records. It marked the last sonic chapter before the band’s nineteen-year hiatus from November 2003 to July 2022. This album encapsulates the essence of Pantera’s uncompromising sound, as it stands as the ultimate testament to the Abbott brothers, Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, who tragically passed away in 2004 and 2018. With poignant finality, “Reinventing the Steel” serves as a swansong to an era defined by their indelible heavy metal legacy.

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