Lex Legion is a new band featuring four-fifths of the classic late-1980s King Diamond lineup—drummer Mikkey Dee (Motorhead, Scorpions), guitarists Pete Blakk and Andy La Rocque (Death), and bassist Hal Patino—with vocalist Nils K. Rue (Pagan's Mind). The band's self-titled debut album will be released in June 2026 via MNRK Music Group, with possible touring to... Continue Reading →
King Diamond has shared "Spider Lilly," the first single and video from his forthcoming horror trilogy, part one of which is titled "Saint Lucifer's Hospital 1920." King Diamond wrote the music and lyrics of "Spider Lilly," whish was mixed and mastered by Arthur Rizk. The band features King Diamond handling lead and backing vocals plus playing the... Continue Reading →
King Diamond will embark on a fall 2024 North American headline tour. The Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920 trek will commence on Oct. 15 in San Antonio, Texas and run through Dec. 6 in Dallas, Texas. Support will be provided by Overkill and Night Demon. Special guest Myrkur will provide additional backing vocals for the King Diamond.... Continue Reading →
In fall 2022, Mercyful Fate will launch its first North American headline tour in over two decades. The journey will commence on Oct. 25 in Dallas, Texas, and weave its way through 14 cities, closing on Nov. 16, in Atlanta, Georgia. The tour follows the band’s headline performance at this year’s edition of Psycho Las... Continue Reading →
Swedish power metal band Hammerfall has released "Venerate Me," featuring a guest appearance by King Diamond, the second single from its upcoming 12th studio album, "Hammer of Dawn" (Feb. 25, 2022, Napalm Records; pre-order here). “The second single is here, and I’m very, very proud of it!" guitarist Oscar Dronjak said. "The music was written... Continue Reading →
King Diamond has released "Masquerade of Madness," the lead single from "The Institute," his first studio album in 12 years. Mixed by Andy Larocque and King Diamond at Sonic Train Studios, "Masquerade of Madness" can be heard below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmG2srrqonk "'Masquerade of Madness' is one of the first King Diamond studio songs in a long time," King Diamond said. "It... Continue Reading →
On Aug. 17, King Diamond will release LP re-issues of the classic albums "Abigail II: The Revenge," "House of God" and "Voodoo" via Metal Blade Records. Available as 180g picture discs, these exclusive editions can be purchased now at http://www.metalblade.com/kingdiamond. "You can spiral yourself into darkness with these classic King Diamond albums, or you can exhibit them... Continue Reading →
On May 18, King Diamond will release LP reissues of the classic albums "Abigail," "Fatal Portrait," and "Them" via Metal Blade Records. Available as 180g picture discs, these exclusive editions can be purchased now at: http://www.metalblade.com/kingdiamond "You can spiral yourself into darkness with these classic King Diamond albums, or you can exhibit them on your wall like I will. Either way,... Continue Reading →
2013 has been the year of Volbeat in America. Songs such as “Still Counting” and “Heaven nor Hell” still were burning up the airwaves years after their initial release even as the band’s fifth studio album, “Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies,” hit stores in April. A heavy touring schedule, including prominent billing on many of... Continue Reading →
Right now, arguably the hottest hard rock/metal band in America is from Denmark. Behind hit singles “A Warrior’s Call,” “Still Counting” and “Heaven nor Hell,” Volbeat has rocketed to stardom here in the past couple years, routinely selling out shows and seeing its latest album, “Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies,” debut in the top 10... Continue Reading →
