Converge have been a driving force in aggressive music for nearly 30 years. Starting their career in 1990 among the fertile Boston hardcore scene, their sound was very much of the time. However, as the years would progress, so would Converge as they incorporated elements from outside of hardcore punk into their art to create something truly unique. By the time 2001 rolled around, Converge unveiled their magnum opus, Jane Doe. An album beloved by fans of hardcore, noise, metal, punk, and just about every form of passionate and aggressive music, it has become one of the most iconic albums of the ’00s.
Following the release of Jane Doe they would become a four-piece, retaining the classic line up of Jacob Bannon, Kurt Ballou, Nate Newton and Ben Koller. Together would take Converge from strength to strength, and are still a driving force today, never compromising their sound and looking at new ways to shatter the glass ceiling that often comes with underground music.
Whether you are a long time collector of Converge, or just looking to start you collection, we have recently picked up a few excellent items by this important band. Check out some of the highlights below.
Axe To Fall Silkscreen Print: Stunning 2009 39″x17″ silkscreen print of the art work from the 2009 Converge album, Axe To Fall, by vocalist Jacob Bannon. This differs to the colouring of the artwork on the album, with a red hue in place of blue that was used on the albums release. Only 250 copies of this wonderful print were manufactured, with each one being hand numbered and signed Jacob Bannon. This particular copy is number 16, with his signature in silver pen in the bottom right hand corner. Bannon’s artwork has transcended the hardcore scene from which Converge were born, and he produces some of the most unique pieces in underground art. This copy has been looked after and stored carefully, remaining in near ‘as new’ condition. Ideal for framing, and a no doubt the first and only time we will see this piece.
Jane Doe: Rare 2010 US 12-track double vinyl LP, with gatefold picture sleeve and 28-page 12″x12″ booklet, pressed on transparent gold vinyl and limited to just 440 copies. Originally released in 2001 via Epitaph, Jane Doe quickly became a groundbreaking, iconic masterpiece for Converge. The band shattered convention and moved on from their Boston hardcore roots and incorporating elements of noise, metal, crust punk and just about any other form of aggressive music to create their magnum opus. Includes the tracks Concubine, Fault and Fracture, Homewrecker and the stunning Heaven In Her Arms. Both the sleeve and vinyl on this copy are in spectacular near ‘as new’ condition. This is essential for any fan of heavy music, that no collection is complete without
Petitioning The Empty Sky – 1st: Rare original 1998 US 9-track vinyl LP, with picture sleeve and tri-fold lyric insert limited to just 3100 copies on black vinyl. While considered a compilation by the band, Petitioning the Empty Sky is known as the second full length by Converge, taking the hardcore sound of Halo In a Haystack from 1994 and sowing the seeds of the controlled chaos they would be known for. Includes The Saddest Day, Forsaken, and Color Me Blood Red. Sleeve shows a little, unobtrusive edge wear and the vinyl only a few cosmetic surface scuffs from being taken in and out of the sleeve, yet it remains in superb condition. A classic, and often underrated hardcore gem
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- Converge - Jane Doe - Clear w/ White Smoke - US - 2-LP vinyl set - £150.00, $199.50, €175.50 (Back In Stock) (arrived 22-Apr-2025 16:00)
CONVERGE Jane Doe (Rare 2016 US 12-track double vinyl LP, with gatefold picture sleeve and 28-page 12"x12" booklet, pressed on transparent clear with white smoke coloured vinyl and limited to just 1000 copies. Originally released in 2001 via Epitaph. Widely considered Converge's masterpiece. The band incorporated elements of noise, metal, crust punk to create what singer Jacob Bannon wanted to be - "The loudest record in his collection". Includes the tracks Concubine, Fault and Fractice, and the stunning Heaven In Her Arms. This copy shows a corner bump at the bottom of the opening edge, but the vinyl itself remains in spectacular near mint condition. Very desirable amongst metal and hardcore punk collectors. Sells out immediately every time it's repressed DW172)
- Converge - Unloved and Weeded Out - Pink Splatter Vinyl - Dutch - vinyl LP - £30.00, $39.90, €35.10 (Back In Stock) (arrived 19-Apr-2025 16:00)
CONVERGE Unloved and Weeded Out (Limited edition 2003 Dutch 14-track Pink Splatter vinyl LP, originally released in 2003 this release served as a stop gap between their seminal album Jane Doe, and You Fail Me, this was a great document of someof the bands earlier recordings. There are demo versions of visceral tracks like Towering Jehovah, and When Forever Comes Crashing, and early songs like Jacobs Ladder that were recorded prior to the band signing to Equal Vision in 2000; gatefold picture sleeve withlyrics inside. The sleeve displays little sign of wear, the vinyl has a few very light cosmetic marks which cannot be felt to the touch and would not have any real impact on play. An essential compilation for any one who is a fan of Converge and needs to hear them at the raw and uncompromising best!)
- Converge - Bloodmoon.I - Red and Blue Mix Vinyl - US - 2-LP vinyl set - £39.99, $53.19, €46.79 (Back In Stock) (arrived 19-Apr-2025 16:00)
CONVERGE Bloodmoon.I (Limited edition 2022 US 11-track double LP, with gatefold sleeve housed in a die-cut slipcase, printed inners and fold out poster, pressed on Blue and Red Mix vinyl. The stunning 2021 collaboration between chaotichardcore icons, Converge, the enigmatic Chelsea Wolfe, Ben Chisholm, and Stephen Brodsky. As powerful as it is suffocating, this collaboration shows every artist involved in a whole new light. Although not sealed, both the sleeve and vinyl remain in near mint condition. Essential)
- Converge - Bloodmoon.I - Red and Blue Mix Vinyl - US - 2-LP vinyl set - £39.99, $53.19, €46.79 (New Item) (arrived 18-Apr-2025 14:46)
CONVERGE Bloodmoon.I (Limited edition 2022 US 11-track double LP, with gatefold sleeve housed in a die-cut slipcase, printed inners and fold out poster, pressed on Blue and Red Mix vinyl. The stunning 2021 collaboration between chaotichardcore icons, Converge, the enigmatic Chelsea Wolfe, Ben Chisholm, and Stephen Brodsky. As powerful as it is suffocating, this collaboration shows every artist involved in a whole new light. Although not sealed, both the sleeve and vinyl remain in near mint condition. Essential)
- Converge - Unloved and Weeded Out - Pink Splatter Vinyl - Dutch - vinyl LP - £30.00, $39.90, €35.10 (New Item) (arrived 18-Apr-2025 12:31)
CONVERGE Unloved and Weeded Out (Limited edition 2003 Dutch 14-track Pink Splatter vinyl LP, originally released in 2003 this release served as a stop gap between their seminal album Jane Doe, and You Fail Me, this was a great document of someof the bands earlier recordings. There are demo versions of visceral tracks like Towering Jehovah, and When Forever Comes Crashing, and early songs like Jacobs Ladder that were recorded prior to the band signing to Equal Vision in 2000; gatefold picture sleeve withlyrics inside. The sleeve displays little sign of wear, the vinyl has a few very light cosmetic marks which cannot be felt to the touch and would not have any real impact on play. An essential compilation for any one who is a fan of Converge and needs to hear them at the raw and uncompromising best!)
- Converge - The Dusk In Us - US - vinyl LP - £30.00, $39.90, €35.10 (Back In Stock) (arrived 16-Apr-2025 16:00)
CONVERGE The Dusk In Us (2017 US 13-track Black Vinyl LP, the ninth studio album from the iconic Boston metalcore band, who reach new levels of aggression and emotion on this modern classic. Includes the tracks A Single Tear, I Can Tell You About Pain, and Under Duress. Housed in a holographic picture sleeve with printed inner and a 28-page lyric booklet. The cover displays displays some light general wear and apart from a few light paper scuffs, the vinyl shows few signs of play,remaining Excellent condition)
- Converge - You Fail Me - Black & White Splatter - US - vinyl LP - £29.99, $39.89, €35.09 (Back In Stock) (arrived 16-Apr-2025 16:00)
CONVERGE You Fail Me (2018 US 13-track LP pressed on Black and White Splatter Vinyl. The fifth full length album from the Boston metallic hardcore band. Remixed & Remastered by guitarist Kurt Ballou, housed ina tri-fold picture sleeve with outer slipcase case. The cover displays light general wear, whilst the vinyl remains in a 'near mint' condition DW189)
- Converge - Jane Doe - Clear w/ White Smoke - US - 2-LP vinyl set - £150.00, $199.50, €175.50 (New Item) (arrived 16-Apr-2025 14:31)
CONVERGE Jane Doe (Rare 2016 US 12-track double vinyl LP, with gatefold picture sleeve and 28-page 12"x12" booklet, pressed on transparent clear with white smoke coloured vinyl and limited to just 1000 copies. Originally released in 2001 via Epitaph. Widely considered Converge's masterpiece. The band incorporated elements of noise, metal, crust punk to create what singer Jacob Bannon wanted to be - "The loudest record in his collection". Includes the tracks Concubine, Fault and Fractice, and the stunning Heaven In Her Arms. This copy shows a corner bump at the bottom of the opening edge, but the vinyl itself remains in spectacular near mint condition. Very desirable amongst metal and hardcore punk collectors. Sells out immediately every time it's repressed DW172)
- Converge - You Fail Me - Black & White Splatter - US - vinyl LP - £29.99, $39.89, €35.09 (New Item) (arrived 15-Apr-2025 13:51)
CONVERGE You Fail Me (2018 US 13-track LP pressed on Black and White Splatter Vinyl. The fifth full length album from the Boston metallic hardcore band. Remixed & Remastered by guitarist Kurt Ballou, housed ina tri-fold picture sleeve with outer slipcase case. The cover displays light general wear, whilst the vinyl remains in a 'near mint' condition DW189)
- Converge - The Dusk In Us - US - vinyl LP - £30.00, $39.90, €35.10 (New Item) (arrived 15-Apr-2025 13:44)
CONVERGE The Dusk In Us (2017 US 13-track Black Vinyl LP, the ninth studio album from the iconic Boston metalcore band, who reach new levels of aggression and emotion on this modern classic. Includes the tracks A Single Tear, I Can Tell You About Pain, and Under Duress. Housed in a holographic picture sleeve with printed inner and a 28-page lyric booklet. The cover displays displays some light general wear and apart from a few light paper scuffs, the vinyl shows few signs of play,remaining Excellent condition)
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