KING DIAMOND masquerade of madness 3984-16083-6

The King Returns: King Diamond’s ‘Masquerade Of Madness’ (3984-16083-6)

Today’s entry celebrates the long-awaited physical release of new music from heavy metal’s most iconic storyteller. We are looking at the 2024 12-inch single Masquerade Of Madness by King Diamond, released on Metal Blade Records with the catalog number 3984-16083-6.

A Glimpse into The Institute

For fans who have been waiting patiently since 2007’s Give Me Your Soul…Please, this release is a major event. The title track on Side A serves as a preview for the upcoming concept album, The Institute. It delivers everything you expect from the King: piercing falsetto vocals, intricate guitar harmonies, and a chilling horror narrative. Side B captures the band’s theatrical power with live recordings of Welcome Home and Arrival from the Graspop Metal Meeting, showcasing their enduring ability to captivate a massive festival crowd.

Collector’s Details

Vinyl Specification

This edition is pressed on a ghostly Bone colored vinyl. It is cut at 45 RPM, ensuring that the dynamic range and high frequencies of the heavy metal instrumentation are preserved with high fidelity.

Theatrical Extras

Staying true to the visual and theatrical nature of the band, this release includes a special bonus: a paper mask. This inclusion allows the listener to physically partake in the masquerade concept. The release also comes with a digital download code for the tracks.