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| Pantera discography | |
|---|---|
 Top left: Dimebag Darrell, top right: Phil Anselmo, bottom left: Vinnie Paul, bottom right: Rex Brown | |
| Studio albums | 9 |
| EPs | 4 |
| Live albums | 2 |
| Compilation albums | 4 |
| Singles | 12 |
| Promotional singles | 11 |
| Video albums | 4 |
| Music videos | 18 |
The following is the discography of Pantera, an American heavy metal band. Pantera formed in the early 1980s and released four studio albums in their early years through their own record label, Metal Magic Records. The band's major-label debut, Cowboys from Hell (1990), peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart in the United States, and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The following year, Cowboys from Hell: The Videos was released; it included video clips produced for Cowboys from Hell. The video was certified gold by the RIAA.
Pantera's second major-label album, Vulgar Display of Power (1992), reached number 44 on the Billboard 200, and was later certified platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association and the RIAA. Vulgar Display of Power produced two singles, "Mouth for War" and "Walk"; both songs have accompanying music videos included on 1993's Vulgar Video. This video was certified platinum by the RIAA. After touring for two years, the group released Far Beyond Driven (1994), which debuted at #1 on the US Billboard 200 and Australian ARIA charts, reached the top five in Sweden and the United Kingdom, and was certified platinum in Canada and the U.S. The album produced three singles: "5 Minutes Alone", "I'm Broken", and the Black Sabbath cover, "Planet Caravan"; which reached the top 30 in the U.S. Mainstream Rock Tracks and UK singles chart. The Great Southern Trendkill (1996) peaked at numbers two and four on the US Billboard 200 and Australian ARIA charts respectively, and reached the top five on the Finland YLE lista and New Zealand RIANZ charts.
Official Live: 101 Proof (1997) reached the top 20 in four countries, and was certified gold by the RIAA. Later that year, the band issued 3 Watch It Go, which features music videos for all singles of Far Beyond Driven, and another for the song "Drag the Waters" from The Great Southern Trendkill. It was certified platinum by the RIAA. 3 Vulgar Videos from Hell (1999) combines the band's previous home videos into a DVD. It was certified platinum in the US and Australia. Pantera's final studio album, Reinventing the Steel (2000), became their second release to peak at numbers two and four on the US Billboard 200 and Australian ARIA charts, respectively. The best-of album Far Beyond the Great Southern Cowboys' Vulgar Hits! , which combined the titles of the band's four major-label albums, was released in the US on September 23, 2003. Although it only reached number 38 on the Billboard 200, the album was certified platinum by the RIAA. The international version of the compilation features a different track list; both albums include a bonus DVD with their music videos. Later in that year, Pantera broke up,[1] and members Vinnie Paul and Dimebag Darrell subsequently formed the group Damageplan.
Albums
[edit]Studio albums
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| US [2] |
AUS [3] |
AUT [4] |
FIN [5] |
GER [6] |
JPN [7] |
NZ [8] |
NOR [9] |
SWE [10] |
UK [11] | ||||
| Metal Magic | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| Projects in the Jungle |
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| I Am the Night |
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| Power Metal | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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| Cowboys from Hell |
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117 [A] |
— | 29 [B] |
— | — | — | — | 81 [C] |
46 | — |
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| Vulgar Display of Power |
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44 | 56 | 12 [E] |
5 [F] |
69 | 54 | 71 [G] |
21 [H] |
65 [I] |
64 |
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| Far Beyond Driven |
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1 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 14 | 2 | 3 |
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| The Great Southern Trendkill |
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4 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 29 | 43 | 5 | 14 | 7 | 17 |
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| Reinventing the Steel |
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4 | 2 | 26 | 3 | 18 | 40 | 10 | 14 | 27 | 33 |
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| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
Live albums
[edit]| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales | Certifications | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US [2] |
AUS [3] |
AUT [4] |
FIN [5] |
GER [6] |
JPN [7] |
NZ [8] |
NOR [9] |
SWE [10] |
UK [11] | ||||
| Official Live: 101 Proof |
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15 | 19 | 46 | 16 | 84 | 66 | 19 | 36 | 32 | 54 |
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| Far Beyond Bootleg: Live from Donington '94 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
Compilation albums
[edit]| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | ||
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| US [2] |
AUS [3] |
UK [11] | |||
| Driven Downunder Tour '94 |
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| The Singles 1991–1996 |
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— | 40 | — | |
| The Best of Pantera: Far Beyond the Great Southern Cowboys' Vulgar Hits! |
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38 | — | 116 | |
| 1990–2000: A Decade of Domination |
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— | — | — | |
| History of Hostility |
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— | — | — | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||
Video albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Certifications |
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| Cowboys from Hell: The Videos |
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| Vulgar Video |
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| 3 Watch It Go |
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| 3 Vulgar Videos from Hell |
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Extended plays
[edit]| Title | Details |
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| Walk |
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| Alive and Hostile E.P. |
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| Hostile Moments |
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| Rhino Hi-Five: Pantera |
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Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Active Rock [31] |
US Main. [32] |
AUS [3] |
SWE [10] |
UK [11] | ||||
| "Cowboys from Hell" | 1990 | — | — | — | — | — | Cowboys from Hell | |
| "Psycho Holiday" | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Mouth for War" | 1992 | — | — | — | — | 73 | Vulgar Display of Power | |
| "Walk" | 1993 | — | — | — | — | 35 | ||
| "I'm Broken" | 1994 | — | — | 49 | 32 | 19 | Far Beyond Driven | |
| "Planet Caravan" | — | 21 | 90 | — | 26 | |||
| "5 Minutes Alone" | — | — | 76 | — | — | |||
| "Drag the Waters" | 1996 | — | — | — | — | — | The Great Southern Trendkill | |
| "Revolution Is My Name" | 2000 | 20 | 28 | — | — | — | Reinventing the Steel | |
| "Hole in the Sky"[a] | 39 | — | — | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| "Piss"[b] | 2012 | 21 | 23 | — | — | — | Vulgar Display of Power | |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||||
Promotional singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Active Rock [31] |
US Main. [32] |
AUS [3] |
SWE [10] |
UK [11] | ||||
| "Hot & Heavy" | 1985 | — | — | — | — | — | I Am the Night | |
| "Cemetery Gates"[a] | 1990 | 32 | — | 99 | — | — | Cowboys from Hell | |
| "This Love" | 1992 | — | — | — | — | — | Vulgar Display of Power | |
| "Hollow" | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Fucking Hostile" | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Becoming" | 1994 | — | — | — | — | — | Far Beyond Driven | |
| "Suicide Note Pt. 1" | 1996 | — | — | — | — | — | The Great Southern Trendkill | |
| "Floods" | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "Where You Come From" | 1997 | — | — | — | — | — | Official Live: 101 Proof | |
| "Cat Scratch Fever" | 1999 | 28 | 40 | — | — | — | Detroit Rock City soundtrack | |
| "Goddamn Electric" | 2000 | — | — | — | — | — | Reinventing the Steel | |
| "I'll Cast a Shadow" | — | — | — | — | — | |||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | ||||||||
- ^ "Cemetery Gates" charted in the U.S. upon its inclusion on the 1997 live album Official Live: 101 Proof.
Guest appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Light Comes Out of Black" | 1992 | Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| "The Badge" | 1994 | The Crow - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| "Cemetery Gates (Demon Knight Edit)" | 1995 | Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| "Where You Come From" | 1998 | Strangeland - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| "Cat Scratch Fever" | 1999 | Detroit Rock City - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| "Immortally Insane" | 2000 | Heavy Metal 2000 - Original Soundtrack |
| "Electric Funeral" | Nativity in Black II: A Tribute to Black Sabbath | |
| "Avoid the Light" | Dracula 2000 - Music from the Dimension Motion Picture | |
| "Pre-Hibernation" | 2001 | SpongeBob SquarePants: Original Theme Highlights |
| "Puck Off" | 2003 | Dallas Stars: Greatest Hits |
Music videos
[edit]| Title | Year | Director |
|---|---|---|
| "All Over Tonight" | 1984 | |
| "Hot and Heavy" | 1985 | |
| "Cowboys from Hell" | 1990 | Paul Rachman[39] |
| "Psycho Holiday" | ||
| "Cemetery Gates" | ||
| "Primal Concrete Sledge (Live)" | 1991 | |
| "Domination (Live)" | ||
| "Mouth for War" | 1992 | Paul Rachman[39] |
| "This Love" | Kevin Kerslake[40] | |
| "Walk" | Paul Anderson | |
| "I'm Broken" | 1994 | Wayne Isham |
| "5 Minutes Alone" | ||
| "Planet Caravan" | Michael Boydstun | |
| "Cemetery Gates (Demon Knight Version)" | 1995 | Wayne Isham |
| "Drag the Waters" | 1996 | Dimebag Darrell |
| "Revolution Is My Name" | 2000 | Jim Van Bebber[41] |
| "Nothing to Lose" (with David Allan Coe) |
2006 | Videobob Moseley |
| "Piss" | 2012 | Zach Merck |
Notes
[edit]- ^ Cowboys from Hell charted in USA upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2010.
- ^ Cowboys from Hell charted in Austria upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2010.
- ^ Cowboys from Hell charted in Norway upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2010.
- ^ United States sales figures for Cowboys From Hell as of February, 2002. This does not include copies sold before Nielsen SoundScan began tracking sales data on May 25, 1991.[16]
- ^ Vulgar Display of Power charted in Austria upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2012.
- ^ Vulgar Display of Power charted in Finland upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2012.
- ^ Vulgar Display of Power charted in New Zealand upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2012.
- ^ Vulgar Display of Power charted in Norway upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2012.
- ^ Vulgar Display of Power charted in Sweden upon the 20th Anniversary reissue in 2012.
References
[edit]Citations
[edit]- ^ Birchmeier, Jason. "Pantera - Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved February 7, 2009.
- ^ a b c "Pantera Chart History: Billboard 200". Billboard. Retrieved September 15, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e Australian (ARIA Chart) peaks:
- Top 50 peaks: "Discography Pantera". Hung Medien. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- Top 100 peaks to December 2010: Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010 (PDF ed.). Mt Martha, Victoria, Australia: Moonlight Publishing. p. 212.
- "5 Minutes Alone": "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 4 Dec 1994". Retrieved September 1, 2016 – via Imgur.com (original document published by ARIA).
- "Planet Caravan": "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 26 Feb 1995". Retrieved December 13, 2016 – via Imgur.com (original document published by ARIA).
- "Cemetery Gates": "The ARIA Australian Top 100 Singles Chart – Week Ending 11 Jun 1995". Retrieved April 25, 2017 – via Imgur.com (original document published by ARIA).
- ^ a b "Discographie Pantera" (in German). austriancharts.at. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b "Discography Pantera". finnishcharts.com. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b "Pantera > Longplay-Chartverfolgung" (in German). Musicline.de. Archived from the original on November 3, 2004. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b 売上ランキング アルバム (in Japanese). Oricon. Retrieved January 13, 2009.
- ^ a b "Discography Pantera". charts.nz. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b "Discography Pantera". norwegiancharts.com. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b c d "Discography Pantera". swedishcharts.com. Retrieved September 1, 2008.
- ^ a b c d e Peak chart positions in the United Kingdom:
- Top 100 peaks: "Official Charts > Pantera". The Official UK Charts Company. Retrieved September 1, 2016.
- Top 200 peaks from 1995: Zywietz, Tobias. "Chart Log UK 1994–2010: Rodney P. – The Pussycat Dolls". Zobbel. Retrieved September 1, 2016.
- ^ a b "Hell Bent For Texas". Metal Forces. No. 53. Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England: Rockzone Publications Ltd. August 1990. p. 20–22.
- ^ Wardlaw, Matt (March 21, 2013). "Rex Brown Goes In-Depth About His New Book and the Legacy of Pantera". Loudwire. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
- ^ "Tour History- Pantera". Pantera. March 16, 2022. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ "Untitled". Pantera Bio. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
- ^ a b c Blabbermouth (February 24, 2002). "PANTERA: Soundscan Sales Revealed". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved March 31, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "Gold & Platinum Search "Pantera"". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved October 15, 2021.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 1995 Albums" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved November 28, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f "BRIT Certified" (To access, enter the keyword "Pantera"). British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved October 15, 2021.
- ^ a b c "Japanese certifications – Pantera" (in Japanese). Recording Industry Association of Japan. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ Carroll, Rob (January 16, 2025). "The Highest Selling Album by 16 Big Metal Bands". Loudwire. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ^ "ARIA Charts - Accreditations - 1997 Albums". Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from the original on May 28, 2008. Retrieved October 30, 2008.
- ^ a b "Music Canada - Gold/Platinum - Pantera Search Results". musiccanada.com. Music Canada. November 21, 1995. Retrieved October 15, 2021.
- ^ "New Zealand album certifications – Pantera – Vulgar Display Of Power". Radioscope. Retrieved December 24, 2024. Type Vulgar Display Of Power in the "Search:" field.
- ^ Blabbermouth (April 2, 2014). "PANTERA: 'Far Beyond Driven: 20th Anniversary Edition' First-Week Sales Revealed". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved March 31, 2023.
- ^ a b Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010. Mt. Martha, VIC, Australia: Moonlight Publishing.
- ^ Billboard Staff (October 31, 2003). "Pantera Members Form Damageplan". Billboard. Retrieved March 31, 2023.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2002 Albums" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved December 27, 2021.
- ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 1998 DVDs" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved December 13, 2021.
- ^ "ARIA Charts - Accreditations - 2006 DVD". Australian Recording Industry Association. Archived from the original on January 21, 2012. Retrieved October 30, 2008.
- ^ a b "Pantera Chart History: Active Rock". Billboard. Eldridge Industries. Retrieved April 15, 2021.
- ^ a b "Pantera Chart History: Mainstream Rock". Billboard. Retrieved September 15, 2019.
- ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Pantera – Cowboys from Hell". Radioscope. Retrieved December 24, 2024. Type Cowboys from Hell in the "Search:" field.
- ^ "British single certifications – Pantera – Cowboys from Hell". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Pantera – Walk". Radioscope. Retrieved December 24, 2024. Type Walk in the "Search:" field.
- ^ Suicide Note Credits (liner notes). EastWest Records. PRCD 9545-2. Retrieved July 12, 2022.
- ^ 2 Selection Mastering Credits (liner notes). Elektra Records. none. Retrieved July 12, 2022.
- ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Pantera – Cemetery Gates". Radioscope. Retrieved December 24, 2024. Type Cemetery Gates in the "Search:" field.
- ^ a b "Music Videos - Paul Rachman" (Video 4 for "Mouth for War"; Video 7 for "Cowboys from Hell"; Video 15 for "Cemetery Gates"; Video 20 for "Psycho Holiday"). Paul Rachman. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
- ^ "Kevin Kerslake Director". Kevin Kerslake. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
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Sources
[edit]- "Pantera - Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved September 10, 2008.
- Sharpe-Young, Garry (2005). New Wave of American Heavy Metal. Zonda Books Limited. pp. 235–236. ISBN 0-9582684-0-1.
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| Live albums | |
| Extended plays | |
| Compilations | |
| Singles | |
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| Other songs | |
| Video albums | |
| Related bands | |
| Related articles | |
Pantera discography
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Albums
Studio albums
Pantera's studio discography spans nine full-length albums released between 1983 and 2000, marking the band's evolution from glam metal roots to pioneering groove metal aggression. The early independent releases on their own Metal Magic Records label reflected influences from acts like Van Halen and Kiss, while the shift to major labels beginning with Atco Records in 1990 introduced a heavier, thrash-infused sound that defined their commercial breakthrough and genre impact. These albums collectively sold over 20 million copies worldwide, with post-1990 releases achieving RIAA platinum certifications and driving the band's rise to heavy metal prominence.[11]| Album | Release Date | Label | US Billboard 200 Peak | RIAA Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal Magic | June 10, 1983 | Metal Magic Records | - | - |
| Projects in the Jungle | July 27, 1984 | Metal Magic Records | - | - |
| I Am the Night | August 16, 1985 | Metal Magic Records | - | - |
| Power Metal | May 1988 | Metal Magic Records | - | - |
| Cowboys from Hell | July 24, 1990 | Atco Records | #116 | 2× Platinum (2023) |
| Vulgar Display of Power | February 25, 1992 | Atco Records | #44 | 2× Platinum (2004) |
| Far Beyond Driven | March 22, 1994 | EastWest Records | #1 | Platinum (1997) |
| The Great Southern Trendkill | May 7, 1996 | EastWest Records | #4 | Platinum (2004) |
| Reinventing the Steel | March 21, 2000 | EastWest Records | #4 | Gold (2000) |
Live albums
Pantera's live albums capture the band's ferocious onstage energy, drawing primarily from their signature groove metal sound of the 1990s. These releases highlight performances of key tracks from albums like Cowboys from Hell, Vulgar Display of Power, and Far Beyond Driven, emphasizing raw audience interaction and technical prowess. Only two official live albums exist, one during the band's active years and another issued posthumously. Official Live: 101 Proof, released on July 29, 1997, by EastWest Records, documents Pantera's 1996–1997 "The Great Southern Trendkill" tour across multiple U.S. venues.[9][24] The double album features 14 live recordings spanning the band's major-label era, with representative tracks including "Walk," "5 Minutes Alone," and "Becoming," showcasing their aggressive riffs and Phil Anselmo's commanding vocals amid crowd roars.[9] It also includes two new studio tracks, "Where You Come From" and "I Can't Hide," recorded in May 1997 to bridge their live and studio output.[24] The album peaked at number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified gold by the RIAA on May 14, 1999, for shipments exceeding 500,000 units in the United States.[25][9] The band's second live release, Far Beyond Bootleg: Live from Donington '94, emerged on June 3, 2014, via Rhino Entertainment and EastWest, nearly a decade after guitarist Dimebag Darrell's death in 2004.[26] Recorded at a single show during the Monsters of Rock festival at Donington Park, England, on June 4, 1994, it preserves a pivotal performance from the peak of Pantera's popularity.[27] The nine-track set focuses on 1990s hits such as "Walk," "Domination/Hollow," and "Slaughtered," highlighting the band's tight instrumentation and the festival's electric atmosphere with over 70,000 attendees.[26] Initially included as a bonus disc in the 20th-anniversary edition of Far Beyond Driven, the standalone vinyl pressing marked its first dedicated audio format, with the original live mix emphasizing the unpolished intensity of the era.[26]Compilation albums
Pantera's compilation albums primarily aggregate tracks from their seminal 1990s EastWest Records era, offering retrospective overviews of their groove metal evolution for both longtime fans and newcomers. Released mostly after the band's 2003 breakup—following internal tensions and the departure of vocalist Phil Anselmo—these collections often highlight commercial hits, tour exclusives, and occasional rarities to capitalize on enduring popularity, particularly in the wake of guitarist Dimebag Darrell's 2004 death.[28][29] The earliest such release was the tour-exclusive Driven Downunder Tour '94 – Souvenir Collection in 1994 by WEA Records, limited to Australia and New Zealand markets during the band's Far Beyond Driven promotional trek. This three-CD box set bundled the Alive and Hostile live EP, the Walk single with B-sides, and a full copy of Far Beyond Driven, emphasizing live energy and recent material to engage international audiences on the road.[30] In 1996, WEA Records issued The Singles 1991–1996, another Australia-only box set containing six CD singles from the band's breakthrough period, including "I'm Broken," "Mouth for War," and "Walk" with remixes and non-album cuts. Targeted at collectors during the Great Southern Tourkill, it repackaged radio and video hits to sustain momentum amid grueling touring schedules.[31] The most commercially successful compilation arrived in 2003 via Rhino Entertainment with The Best of Pantera: Far Beyond the Great Southern Cowboys' Vulgar Hits!, a 19-track hits collection spanning 1990–2000 that debuted at number 38 on the US Billboard 200 and achieved platinum certification by the RIAA in 2006 for over one million units sold. Aimed at broadening appeal post-breakup, it featured staples like "Cowboys from Hell" and "Walk" alongside a bonus DVD of music videos, serving as an accessible entry point for casual listeners while honoring the band's vulgar, southern-infused aggression.[32] Rhino followed with 1990–2000: A Decade of Domination in 2010, an exclusive Walmart release compiling 10 key tracks such as "Psycho Holiday" and "This Love" to commemorate the band's dominant 1990s output. Positioned as a budget-friendly retrospective a decade after their split, it targeted nostalgic fans without introducing new material.[29][33] Finally, History of Hostility emerged in 2015 from Rhino Entertainment as a digital-first nine-track primer drawing from all five major studio albums, including unique elements like the "Demon Knight Edit" of "Cemetery Gates" and 2014 remasters of "I'm Broken" and "5 Minutes Alone." Focused on rarities and edited versions for streaming platforms, it catered to modern discovery amid renewed interest in Pantera's catalog, released alongside a studio album box set to reinforce their legacy.[28][34]| Title | Release Year | Label | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driven Downunder Tour '94 – Souvenir Collection | 1994 | WEA Records | Tour-exclusive box set with live EP, single, and album; Australia/New Zealand only. |
| The Singles 1991–1996 | 1996 | WEA Records | Six-CD single box set; tour promo with remixes; Australia only. |
| The Best of Pantera: Far Beyond the Great Southern Cowboys' Vulgar Hits! | 2003 | Rhino Entertainment | 19-track hits with DVD; US #38, RIAA Platinum. |
| 1990–2000: A Decade of Domination | 2010 | Rhino Entertainment | 10-track best-of; Walmart exclusive. |
| History of Hostility | 2015 | Rhino Entertainment | Nine-track primer with edits/remasters; digital emphasis. |
Video albums
Pantera's video albums consist of four official releases that document the band's rise in the heavy metal scene through music videos, tour footage, and behind-the-scenes content. These VHS and DVD compilations, spanning from 1991 to 1999, evolved from simple collections of promotional clips to comprehensive multi-disc sets capturing the band's intense live performances and off-stage antics. Released primarily through major labels like Atco, Atlantic, and Elektra, they achieved notable commercial success, with certifications reflecting strong home video sales in the United States. The first video album, Cowboys from Hell: The Videos, was released in 1991 by Atco Records as a VHS compilation. It features music videos for tracks from the band's breakthrough album Cowboys from Hell, including "Cowboys from Hell," "Primal Concrete Sledge," and "Cemetery Gates," alongside early behind-the-scenes footage of the band's transition to a major label sound. Directed by various filmmakers such as Paul Rachman for key clips, the release provided fans with a raw glimpse into Pantera's evolving groove metal style during their 1990-1991 tours. It earned a gold certification from the RIAA on July 9, 1996, for 50,000 units shipped.[35][36] In 1993, Vulgar Video followed, issued by Atlantic Records on VHS. This 60-minute documentary chronicles the band's 1992 world tour supporting Vulgar Display of Power, blending live performances of songs like "Walk" and "Mouth for War" with unfiltered backstage chaos, including interactions with fans and groupies. Produced and directed by the band with assistance from professional crews, it emphasizes Pantera's aggressive stage presence and the excesses of road life, earning platinum certification from the RIAA for over 100,000 units.[37][38] 3 Watch It Go, released on November 11, 1997, by Elektra Records, marked Pantera's third video outing on VHS. Filmed largely by band members Dimebag Darrell and roadie Daryl "Bobby Tongs" Arnberger during the Great Southern Trendkill tour, it offers an all-access perspective with over 90 minutes of raw footage, including live sets from shows in Moscow and Dallas, equipment breakdowns, and personal interviews. The content highlights the band's technical prowess and interpersonal dynamics, contributing to its platinum RIAA certification.[39][40] The culmination arrived with 3 Vulgar Videos from Hell in 1999, a two-disc DVD set from Elektra Records that compiles the prior three releases with added bonus material, such as footage from the 1996 Monsters of Rock festival in Moscow. Directed in parts by Wayne Isham and featuring enhanced audio in 5.1 surround sound upon its 2006 re-release, the four-hour collection traces Pantera's career arc from 1990 to 1997, including celebrity cameos and additional live clips. It received platinum certification from the RIAA on May 4, 2006.[41][42]| Title | Year | Label | Certification (RIAA) | Runtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowboys from Hell: The Videos | 1991 | Atco Records | Gold (1996) | 45 min |
| Vulgar Video | 1993 | Atlantic Records | Platinum | 60 min |
| 3 Watch It Go | 1997 | Elektra Records | Platinum | 90+ min |
| 3 Vulgar Videos from Hell | 1999 | Elektra Records | Platinum (2006) | 240+ min |
Extended plays and singles
Extended plays
Pantera's extended plays primarily functioned as promotional releases and compilations of remixes, live performances, and rarities, often tying into the promotion of their major studio albums during the 1990s groove metal era. These EPs, typically containing 4 to 6 tracks, provided fans with additional content without the scope of full-length albums, emphasizing the band's aggressive sound and live energy. They were issued by major labels under Warner Music Group, reflecting Pantera's rising commercial profile post-Vulgar Display of Power. The Walk EP, released in 1993 by Atco Records, served as a promotional tie-in to the Vulgar Display of Power album, featuring remixed versions of key tracks alongside live material to capitalize on the single's radio success.[43] The tracklist includes: "Walk (Cervical Edit)" (radio edit), "Fucking Hostile (Biomechanical Mix)", "By Demons Be Driven (Biomechanical Mix)", "Walk (Cervical Dub Extended)", "Cowboys from Hell (Live)", and "Heresy (Live)". This EP highlighted the band's evolving production techniques and stage presence, with the live tracks recorded during their 1992-1993 tours. Limited commercial data indicates it was primarily a CD release in select markets like Australia and Japan, without significant chart performance but aiding the single's momentum.[44] In 1994, Elektra Records issued Alive and Hostile E.P., a live-focused release capturing performances from the band's 1993 world tour supporting Far Beyond Driven.[45] It bridged the gap to their next studio effort by showcasing raw energy, with tracks: "Domination (Live)", "Primal Concrete Sledge (Live)", "Cowboys from Hell (Live)", "Heresy (Live)", and "Psycho Holiday (Live)". These recordings were taken from the 1991 Monsters of Rock festival in Moscow, Russia, emphasizing Pantera's intense live reputation and groove metal intensity. The EP was a CD-only format, distributed internationally but without notable sales figures, functioning more as a fan incentive than a commercial driver.[46] Hostile Moments, released in 1994 as a limited 12-inch vinyl EP by EastWest Records, adopted a bootleg-style aesthetic while compiling official rarities and remixes from the Far Beyond Driven era.[47] Its tracklist features: "I'm Broken", "Mouth for War", "Walk (Cervical Mix)", "Fucking Hostile (Biomechanical Mix)". This EP provided alternate takes on hits, appealing to collectors and underscoring the band's experimental side in remixing for promotional purposes. As a niche vinyl pressing, it had minimal commercial impact but preserved rare content for dedicated listeners.[48] Finally, the digital Rhino Hi-Five: Pantera EP, put out in 2006 by Rhino Entertainment, offered a retrospective sampler of the band's hits amid renewed interest following lineup changes.[49] Tracks include: "Planet Caravan (Remastered)", "Cemetery Gates (Remastered Version)", "Cowboys from Hell", "Drag the Waters (Remastered LP Version)", and "This Love". This 5-track digital release acted as an accessible entry point for new fans, drawing from albums like Cowboys from Hell and The Great Southern Trendkill, without original content but reinforcing Pantera's legacy. It was available via download platforms, aligning with the mid-2000s digital music shift, though specific sales data remains unavailable.[50]Singles
Pantera's singles era began with the release of their major-label debut album Cowboys from Hell in 1990, marking a shift toward groove metal that propelled several tracks to commercial singles with accompanying formats like vinyl, cassette, and later CD. These releases often featured B-sides with live recordings, remixes, or additional album cuts to appeal to international markets, contributing to the band's growing presence on rock radio and charts. While not all singles achieved widespread pop success, key tracks from albums like Vulgar Display of Power and Far Beyond Driven peaked prominently on specialized rock charts and in countries such as the UK and Australia, underscoring Pantera's influence in heavy metal during the 1990s.[51] The band's singles catalog includes 11 notable commercial releases, detailed below. Formats varied by region, with common options including 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl, promotional CDs, and digital reissues in later years. B-sides frequently included non-album material or live versions to enhance collectibility. Certifications for individual singles are rare, as Pantera's acclaim was driven more by album sales. Many of these singles were accompanied by music videos that aired on MTV's Headbangers Ball, boosting their visibility.[51][52]| Title | Year | Label | Formats | Peak chart positions | Album | Notes / B-sides |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowboys from Hell | 1990 | Atco | Vinyl (7", 12"), Cassette | — | Cowboys from Hell | Debut single; B-sides include "Primal Concrete Sledge" and live tracks on some editions. Released July 24 in Australia.[53] |
| Psycho Holiday | 1990 | Atco | Vinyl (7", 12"), Cassette | — | Cowboys from Hell | Early promotional push; limited B-sides, often album versions. Australian release in 1990.[52] |
| Mouth for War | 1992 | Atco | CD, Vinyl (12"), Cassette | US Main. Rock: #4; UK: #73 | Vulgar Display of Power | Aggressive lead single; B-sides feature "A New Level" remix. Charted October 1992 in US.[54] |
| Walk | 1993 | Atco | CD, Vinyl (12"), Cassette | US Main. Rock: #3; UK: #35 | Vulgar Display of Power | Signature groove metal track; B-sides include "By Demons Be Driven" (Biomechanical Mix) and live "Cowboys from Hell." Australian release February 25, 1993.[54][55][56] |
| I'm Broken | 1994 | EastWest | CD, Vinyl (12") | US Main. Rock: #1; UK: #19; AUS: #49; SWE: #32 | Far Beyond Driven | Highest US rock peak; B-sides vary, including "Strength Beyond Strength." Australian release March 7, 1994.[54][57][58] |
| Planet Caravan | 1994 | EastWest | CD, Vinyl (12") | US Main. Rock: #21; UK: #26; AUS: #90 | Far Beyond Driven | Black Sabbath cover; atmospheric single with minimal B-sides, often instrumental versions. Australian release October 10, 1994.[59] |
| 5 Minutes Alone | 1994 | EastWest | CD, Vinyl (12") | — | Far Beyond Driven | Fan-favorite; B-sides include live tracks from Monsters of Rock. Limited international charting.[52] |
| Drag the Waters | 1996 | EastWest | CD, Vinyl (12") | — | The Great Southern Trendkill | Mid-tempo single; B-sides feature "The Underground in America." Australian release 1996.[52] |
| Hole in the Sky | 2000 | EastWest | CD (Japan-only) | — | Non-album (Black Sabbath cover from Nativity in Black) | Tribute single; no standard B-sides. Released November 21 in Japan.[60] |
| Revolution Is My Name | 2000 | EastWest | CD, Digital | US Main. Rock: #28 | Reinventing the Steel | Grammy-nominated; B-sides include "Hole in the Sky" on some editions. Released January 23, 2000.[61] |
| Piss | 2012 | EastWest | Digital, CD | US Main. Rock: #5 | Vulgar Display of Power (20th Anniversary Edition) | Unreleased 1992 B-side track; standalone digital single. Released April 12, 2012, as anniversary tie-in. No B-sides.[54][62][63] |
Promotional singles
Pantera's promotional singles were non-commercial releases targeted at radio programmers, DJs, and music industry insiders to generate airplay and buzz for their albums, often featuring radio edits, alternate mixes, or sampler inclusions not found on retail versions. These differed from standard singles by their limited distribution and focus on professional use, such as white-label vinyl for club play or CD samplers bundled with press kits. During the band's early glam metal period in the 1980s, promotional efforts were sparse and experimental, primarily using acetate discs for mix testing. By the 1990s, as Pantera shifted to heavy groove metal, their promos evolved into polished CD and vinyl formats designed for aggressive radio campaigns, supporting the breakthrough albums Cowboys from Hell onward.[1] The following table outlines key promotional singles from Pantera's discography, highlighting their formats and purposes:| Year | Title | Album/Source | Format | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Hot & Heavy | I Am the Night | Acetate, 12" vinyl (advance, partially mixed) | Five different volume-mastered cuts for optimal radio mix selection; early glam-era promo distributed to test production quality.[64] |
| 1990 | Cemetery Gates | Cowboys from Hell | CD single, promo | Radio edit for airplay push; included full track and instrumental versions to aid station programming.[65] |
| 1992 | This Love | Vulgar Display of Power | CD single, promo | Standard radio version distributed via ATCO Records; part of aggressive promo campaign for the album's lead singles.[66] |
| 1992 | Hollow | Vulgar Display of Power | CD sampler, promo | Featured in industry samplers for Vulgar Display of Power; edit tailored for rock radio formats.[67] |
| 1992 | Fucking Hostile | Vulgar Display of Power | 12" vinyl, promo (white label, 45 RPM) | UK-distributed via EastWest for European radio; explicit edit to match heavy metal stations' needs.[68] |
| 1994 | Becoming | Far Beyond Driven | CD single, promo | Radio-friendly edit included on advance copies; aimed at building momentum for the album's chart success.[69] |
| 1996 | Suicide Note Pt. 1 | The Great Southern Trendkill | CD promo, sampler | Acoustic-oriented edit for broader radio appeal; distributed to alternative and metal stations.[69] |
| 1996 | Floods | The Great Southern Trendkill | CD single, promo | Full track with instrumental; targeted at progressive metal radio to highlight guitar work.[69] |
| 1997 | Where You Come From | Official Live: 101 Proof | CD sampler, promo (clean version) | Live recording edit for radio; part of album sampler to promote the live collection.[70] |
| 1999 | Cat Scratch Fever | Detroit Rock City soundtrack | CD promo | Cover version edit for film tie-in promotion; distributed to rock radio for soundtrack buzz.[69] |
| 2000 | Goddamn Electric | Reinventing the Steel | CD single, promo | Radio edit with exclusive mix; pushed for heavy rotation on metal stations.[69] |
| 2000 | I'll Cast a Shadow | Reinventing the Steel | CD promo, sampler | Featured in album advance samplers; instrumental version for DJ use.[69] |
Additional content
Music videos
Pantera's music videos evolved alongside the band's shift from glam metal to groove metal, reflecting their aggressive sound and visual intensity. Early videos from the mid-1980s featured straightforward performance clips with a glam aesthetic, emphasizing the band's youthful energy and rock 'n' roll themes. By the 1990s, the visuals grew more visceral, incorporating mosh pits, raw live footage, and thematic elements like rebellion and psychological turmoil, often directed by collaborators who captured the band's chaotic live presence. Later works, including post-breakup releases, maintained this intensity while nodding to their legacy through remasters and anniversary tributes. The band's official music videos span from 1984 to 2012, totaling 18 releases. These clips promoted key albums such as Cowboys from Hell and Vulgar Display of Power, showcasing a progression from simple stage setups to elaborate narratives with horror influences and black-and-white cinematography. Directors like Paul Rachman and Wayne Isham contributed to the era's high-energy style, while band member Dimebag Darrell took creative control for one entry.| Title | Year | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Over Tonight | 1984 | Unknown | Simple glam-era performance video from Projects in the Jungle, highlighting the band's early hard rock vibe with basic lighting and stage antics. |
| Hot and Heavy | 1985 | Unknown | Straightforward clip from I Am the Night, featuring live band footage and a playful, high-energy glam presentation typical of 1980s metal videos. |
| Cowboys from Hell | 1990 | Paul Rachman | Shot in a Dallas club with aggressive mosh pits and crowd energy, capturing the band's breakthrough groove metal intensity from the album of the same name. |
| Psycho Holiday | 1990 | Paul Rachman | Features chaotic live elements and dark, rebellious themes, emphasizing Phil Anselmo's snarling delivery in a raw, unpolished style. |
| Cemetery Gates | 1990 | Paul Rachman | Includes emotional ballad visuals with acoustic intros and intense band performance, focusing on themes of loss and metal camaraderie. |
| Primal Concrete Sledge (Live) | 1991 | Unknown | Live footage from the Monsters of Rock festival in Moscow, showcasing high-octane crowd interaction and the song's slamming riffs. |
| Domination (Live) | 1991 | Unknown | Captured at the same Moscow event, highlighting the band's commanding stage presence and mosh-pit frenzy during their European breakthrough. |
| Mouth for War | 1992 | Paul Rachman | Black-and-white visuals depict war-like aggression and personal vendettas, with rapid cuts mirroring the song's furious tempo. |
| This Love | 1992 | Kevin Kerslake | Narrative-driven clip exploring toxic relationships through prostitute scenarios and Anselmo's confrontational persona, adding a mercenary edge to the ballad. |
| Walk | 1993 | Paul Andresen, George Dougherty | Filmed at live shows in Chicago and Minneapolis, featuring crowd-surfing and defiant lyrics against posers, embodying 1990s metal attitude. |
| I'm Broken | 1994 | Wayne Isham | Stark, introspective visuals convey personal struggle and addiction themes, with Anselmo's raw emotion front and center. |
| 5 Minutes Alone | 1994 | Wayne Isham | Intense performance shots with themes of parental frustration and isolation, using dramatic lighting to amplify the track's heaviness. |
| Planet Caravan | 1994 | Michael Boydstun | Psychedelic cover video with spacey CGI effects and ethereal imagery, contrasting the band's usual aggression for a trippy Black Sabbath homage. |
| Cemetery Gates (Demon Knight Version) | 1995 | Wayne Isham | Alternate edit for the Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight soundtrack, incorporating horror elements and shortened structure for film integration. |
| Drag the Waters | 1996 | Dimebag Darrell | Black-and-white directorial debut by the guitarist, featuring gritty, swampy visuals and band camaraderie during a transitional period. |
| Revolution Is My Name | 2000 | Jim Van Bebber | Horror-infused narrative with violent, apocalyptic themes, leveraging the director's cult film background for a cinematic close to the band's original run. |
| Nothing to Lose (with David Allan Coe) | 2006 | Videobob Moseley | Country-metal hybrid clip from the Rebel Meets Rebel project, blending outlaw themes with Pantera's surviving members in a raw, collaborative style. |
| Piss | 2012 | Zach Merck | Posthumous anniversary video using archival footage and animations to honor Dimebag Darrell, maintaining aggressive energy for the unreleased Vulgar Display of Power-era track. |
Guest appearances
Pantera frequently contributed to film soundtracks and tribute compilations, leveraging their aggressive groove metal sound to enhance cinematic and thematic projects. During the 1990s, the band dominated soundtrack appearances, providing original tracks and covers that aligned with high-energy, dark-themed movies, often released through major labels like Atlantic Records. Post-2000, their contributions shifted toward tributes and eclectic media, including remixes and instrumentals, reflecting their enduring influence in heavy metal circles.[1] The following table enumerates key guest appearances, highlighting contribution types, associated releases, and media contexts:| Year | Track | Type | Release | Media | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | "Light Comes Out of Black" (feat. Rob Halford) | Original | Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | Film soundtrack | Atlantic Records[72] |
| 1994 | "The Badge" | Cover (Poison Idea) | The Crow (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | Film soundtrack | Atlantic Records[73] |
| 1995 | "Cemetery Gates (Demon Knight Edit)" | Edit (from Cowboys from Hell) | Music from the Motion Picture Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight | Film soundtrack | Atlantic Records |
| 1998 | "Where You Come From" | Original | Strangeland (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | Film soundtrack | Artemis Records |
| 1999 | "Cat Scratch Fever" | Cover (Ted Nugent) | Detroit Rock City (Music from the Motion Picture) | Film soundtrack | Atlantic Records |
| 2000 | "Immortally Insane" | Original | Heavy Metal 2000 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | Animated film soundtrack | Universal Music |
| 2000 | "Electric Funeral" | Cover (Black Sabbath) | Nativity in Black II: A Tribute to Black Sabbath | Tribute album | Priority Records |
| 2000 | "Avoid the Light" | Original | Dracula 2000 - Music from the Dimension Motion Picture | Film soundtrack | Waxwork Records (reissue; original Dimension Records) |
| 2001 | "Pre-Hibernation" | Instrumental (of "Death Rattle") | SpongeBob SquarePants: Original Theme Highlights | TV soundtrack | Varèse Sarabande |
| 2003 | "Puck Off" | Original (instrumental) | Dallas Stars: Greatest Hits | Sports team compilation | Independent (Dallas Stars)[74] |