During his October 15 show in San Antonio, TX, King Diamond performed two new songs, “Spider Lilly” and “Electro Therapy.” You can see fan-filmed footage of those tracks below. The concert served as the kickoff date of the frontman’s “Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920” tour.
Metallica have topped Forbes‘ list of “The 38 Greatest Heavy Metal Bands.” That ranking was based on the artists who “made the most significant impact in the metal genre.” You can find the entire list below and read more about the publication’s choices HERE. “The 38 Greatest Heavy Metal Bands”: 38. Carcass 37. At The…
King Diamond has announced a North American tour with Overkill and Night Demon. You can find the dates for that run below. Notably, Myrkur will also join the trek as a backing vocalist and organ player for King Diamond. Tour Dates: 10/15 San Antonio, TX – Aztec Theatre 10/16 Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center…
During a recent interview with El Planeta Del Rock, King Diamond discussed his and Mercyful Fate’s new music plans. According to him, “when it’s done and [his solo band have] toured that new King Diamond album, Mercyful Fate will have a new album ready to be released.” King said the following: “We were not supposed…
King Diamond has premiered a new video for his song “Masquerade Of Madness.” You can check that out below: King Diamond commented: “‘Masquerade Of Madness’ was released digitally in 2019 before our North American tour. During rehearsals, we took one full day to film ‘Masquerade Of Madness’ with David Brodsky and Allison Woest. We spent…
During an appearance on “The Electric Theater With Clown,” King Diamond offered updates on his and Mercyful Fate’s new albums. The frontman says “there’s a lot in the works right now.” Diamond said the following: “There’s a lot in the works right now. I’m writing with Hank [Shermann, guitar] for MERCYFUL FATE and writing with…
During a recent interview with The Metal Voice, Mikkey Dee (Scorpions, Motörhead) was asked if he would consider performing with King Diamond again. He responded by saying “if they ever wanna have [him] behind the drum kit for something, [he’s] totally there for that.” Dee said the following: “Yeah, [King and I] talk once in…
Super7 have announced a new “Ultimates!” figure based on King Diamond. The toy is expected to be released in fall 2023 and it can be pre-ordered HERE. The company said the following about the figure: “In 1982, Mercyful Fate embarked on their first mini tour of Europe. The tour introduced King Diamond to the heavy…
During a recent interview with Creem, King Diamond offered updates on his new solo album and the upcoming Mercyful Fate album. The fontman says his record will likely arrive before Mercyful Fate’s record. Diamond said the following about his new album: “We’re working on it. Brian Slagel at Metal Blade [Records, Diamond’s label] said he…
During a recent interview with Creem, King Diamond commented on Michael Denner and Kim Ruzz’s exclusions from Mercyful Fate’s current lineup. The frontman says “there are reasons [they] are simply not here” and that the group’s latest incarnation is “not a reunion.” Diamond said the following about Mercyful Fate’s return to the stage: “It’s very…
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