MERCYFUL FATE · In The Shadows | WHITE LP

White vinyl in standard cover.

Limited Plastic Head exclusive pressing.

Background information about 'In The Shadows'

When Mercyful Fate reunited in 1992 after an almost decade-long hiatus, the metal world held its breath. Could the Danish legends recapture the dark magic that made them pioneers of extreme metal? "In the Shadows" answered that question with a resounding yes, proving that some things are simply too powerful to fade away. This 1993 masterpiece stands as testament to the band's unwavering commitment to theatrical horror and razor-sharp musicianship.

King Diamond's operatic vocals soar through tales of supernatural terror while the twin guitar attack delivers riffs that are both melodically haunting and brutally heavy. Tracks like "Egypt" and "The Bell Witch" showcase the band's ability to weave complex narratives into crushing metal anthems. The album's production captures every nuance of their gothic atmosphere, from whispered incantations to full-throated screams that would make lesser mortals tremble.

For fans of:
King Diamond, Celtic Frost, Bathory, Venom, Angel Witch

Track listing

A1. Egypt
A2. The Bell Witch
A3. The Old Oak
A4. Shadows
A5. A Gruesome Time
B1. Thirteen Invitations
B2. Room Of Golden Air
B3. Legend Of The Headless Rider
B4. Is That You Melissa
B5. Return Of The Vampire... 1996

Manufacturer: Metal Blade Records GmbH, Friedrichstr. 38, 73033 Göppingen, Germany, Contact: www.metalblade.com