Don't Break the Oath
Mercyful Fate · 1984
43 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal
A dark and theatrical blend of heavy metal riffs with operatic vocals, steeped in occult themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dark, theatrical storytelling experience
- immersive, long listening sessions
- dynamic emotional shifts
- mysterious and haunting atmosphere
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 7, 1984, 'Don't Break the Oath' was Mercyful Fate's second studio album, following their influential debut 'Melissa'. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as a pioneering force in the heavy metal scene, known for their dramatic style and complex compositions. The album solidified their reputation and showcased their artistic growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- King Diamond· Black Sabbath· Judas Priest
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Dangerous Meeting 5:10
- 2 Nightmare 6:20
- 3 Desecration of Souls 4:54
- 4 Night of the Unborn 5:03
- 5 The Oath 7:32
- 6 Gypsy 3:07
- 7 Welcome Princess of Hell 4:03
- 8 To One Far Away 1:32
- 9 Come to the Sabbath 5:20
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