Released 27 years ago this June
9
Mercyful Fate · 1999
44 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal
Dark, theatrical heavy metal interweaves intricate guitar work with haunting vocals, creating an eerie yet compelling atmosphere.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dark, atmospheric listening experiences
- intricate, layered sonic textures
- theatrical storytelling elements
- immersive journey through themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 15, 1999, '9' marked Mercyful Fate's return after a lengthy hiatus since 1994's 'Into the Unknown'. This album showcases the band's evolution while maintaining their signature sound, as they navigated changes in the heavy metal landscape of the late 90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- King Diamond· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Last Rites 4:12
- 2 Church of Saint Anne 4:44
- 3 Sold My Soul 5:04
- 4 House on the Hill 3:43
- 5 Burn in Hell 3:49
- 6 The Grave 4:09
- 7 Insane 3:01
- 8 Kiss the Demon 3:53
- 9 Buried Alive 4:41
- 10 9 4:38
- 11 S.H. 2:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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