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A Dangerous Meeting

King Diamond · 1992

77 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal

A theatrical blend of heavy metal riffs and haunting narratives that explore the macabre.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling with intensity
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • immersive dark narrative exploration
  • cathartic highs and lows
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'A Dangerous Meeting' marks King Diamond's continued evolution following the critical acclaim of their previous album, 'Abigail.' By this time, King Diamond had solidified their unique identity within the heavy metal genre, characterized by elaborate storytelling and dramatic musical compositions. This album further established their reputation for blending horror themes with complex arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
Mercyful Fate· Ghost· Iced Earth

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Doomed by the Living Dead 5:08
  • 2 A Corpse Without Soul 6:56
  • 3 Evil 4:44
  • 4 Curse of the Pharaohs 3:57
  • 5 A Dangerous Meeting 5:10
  • 6 Gypsy 3:08
  • 7 Come to the Sabbath 5:17
  • 8 The Candle 6:41
  • 9 Charon 4:16
  • 10 Halloween 4:14
  • 11 No Presents for Christmas 4:21
  • 12 Arrival 5:28
  • 13 Abigail 4:51
  • 14 Welcome Home 4:36
  • 15 Sleepless Nights 5:04
  • 16 Eye of the Witch 3:48

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