MERCYFUL FATE · Into The Unknown | WHITE LP

White vinyl in standard cover.

Limited Plastic Head exclusive pressing.

Background information about 'Into The Unknown'

Mercyful Fate returns with "Into the Unknown", their fifth full-length studio masterpiece that marked a pivotal moment in their legendary career. Released in 1996, this album became their most commercially successful record while maintaining the occult darkness and technical prowess that made them legends. King Diamond's theatrical vocals soar over intricate dual guitar work, weaving tales of supernatural horror and mysticism that only Mercyful Fate could deliver with such conviction.

The album showcases classic tracks like "The Uninvited Guest" and the haunting sequel "Kutulu (The Mad Arab, Part 2)", demonstrating the band's ability to blend their signature complexity with a more accessible yet still intricate approach. This was Mercyful Fate at their creative peak, balancing commercial appeal without sacrificing the dark artistry that influenced countless metal acts.

For fans of:
King Diamond, Celtic Frost, Bathory, Venom, Diamond Head

Track listing

A1. Lucifer
A2. The Uninvited Guest
A3. The Ghost Of Change
A4. Listen To The Bell
A5. Fifteen Men (And A Bottle Of Rum)
B1. Into The Unknown
B2. Under The Spell
B3. Deadtime
B4. Holy Water
B5. Kutulu (The Mad Arab Part Two)

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