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Currently residing in Dallas, Texas, USA, King Diamond is married to Hungarian-born vocalist Livia Zita who also performs with his band and serves as his business partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite facing health issues in the late 2000s which required back surgery in 2007 and a triple-bypass in 2010, King Diamond continues to captivate audiences with his unique style. His music has influenced numerous artists within the heavy metal genre such as *Mercyful Fate*, *Halford*, *Anvil*, *Metal Church*, *Sanctuary*, *Overkill*, *Venom*, *Running Wild* and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"abigail","title":"Abigail","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1987, \u003ci\u003eAbigail\u003c\/i\u003e is the second King Diamond album, a concept record revolving around a haunted mansion, the malevolent ghost of a stillborn child, and the tragic fate of the new owners of the property. 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During rehearsals, we took one full day to film Masquerade of Madness with David Brodsky and Allison Woest. We spent all day and all night recording while performing the song with our full tour stage show choreography. After the tour, covid happened. “The video was all but forgotten as the world came to a standstill – we never saw a single frame from all the footage. Years later, as things began to pick up and writing began for both new Mercyful Fate and King Diamond records, we wondered, what happened to that video from four years ago? So we decided to check in with David Brodsky and a couple of weeks later, we had the first cut of the video. “I was speechless! I had nothing to criticize and after just a few notes from Andy LaRocque, the video for Masquerade of Madness was finished! There’s so much mood and black and white is used in a perfect way with Jodi’s performances. The visuals fit the music flawlessly and this is now among my favorite King Diamond videos along with Sleepless Nights and Welcome Home – and not to forget of course, our double live DVD. “This new video and the release of Masquerade of Madness on 12” vinyl is our Halloween gift to the fans. We hope you enjoy this as much as we do! 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The protagonist of \u003ci\u003eThe Eye\u003c\/i\u003e – which is narrated by an unknown entity – is not King Diamond but a cursed artefact and an array of characters. \u003ci\u003eThe Eye\u003c\/i\u003e is one of the most accessible albums on King Diamond's discography and a fine starting point for those who are unfamiliar with the band’s work. Released in 1990, \u003ci\u003eThe Eye\u003c\/i\u003e is the fifth King Diamond album, and is the only album to feature drummer Snowy Shaw and the last to feature guitarist Pete Blakk until his return on Abigail II: The Revenge. Once again a concept record - the main parts of the stories told on the album are based on actual events that took place during the French Inquisition, 1450-1670.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the characters are real and from that period of time. 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There's a great diversity in musical styles, from the terrifying thrash of “LOA House” to the keyboard-driven arena rock of “Sending of Dead” and the Goth-tinged terror of “Sarah’s Night.” The centerpiece is unquestionably “One Down Two to Go,” simultaneously King Diamond’s most tender ballad and their most explosive onslaught.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metal Blade","offers":[{"title":"Blue LP","offer_id":51245953777995,"sku":"2227300","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_3f64533d_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1739229947"},{"product_id":"conspiracy","title":"Conspiracy","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKing Diamond is well known for his tales of the occult and demonic stories, as well as his drive towards atmospheric horror scenarios and changing masks. King Diamond is one of the most outstanding personalities of today's metal scene. 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Just one year later, King Diamond followed up with the high-class album \u003cem\u003eConspiracy\u003c\/em\u003e and simultaneously showcased his new make-up with the scorching songs. This album also impressively demonstrated that Kim Bendix Petersen (the king's real name) is one of the most creative and charismatic musicians in Europe. This fact has not changed to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metal Blade","offers":[{"title":"LP - White","offer_id":56384575734091,"sku":"R9226-0091","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_6939507f-396e-44e6-bc77-b667e40e4305.jpg?v=1769367893"},{"product_id":"deadly-lullabyes-live","title":"Deadly Lullabyes Live","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKing Diamond is well known for his tales of the occult and demonic stories, as well as his drive towards atmospheric horror scenarios and changing masks. 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