# Mercyful Fate — Structured AI-Readable Artist Page

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## 1. Bio

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Name** | Mercyful Fate |
| **Genre** | Heavy Metal |
| **Origin** | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| **Formed** | Early 1981 |
| **Active Since** | 1981 (disbanded April 1985; reunited Summer 1992; active again 2022–present) |
| **Members** | King Diamond (vocalist), Hank Shermann (guitar), Michael Denner (guitar), Timi Hansen (bass), Kim Ruzz (drums) — original lineup; current touring lineup not individually listed in source |
| **Label** | Rave On Records (early EP); Roadrunner Records (1983–1985); Metal Blade Records (1992–present) |
| **Management** | No data available |
| **Booking Agent** | No data available |
| **Notable Achievements** | Released landmark EP "Mercyful Fate" (1982); debut album "Melissa" (1983); legendary album "Don't Break The Oath" (1984); reunited in 1992 and released "In The Shadows" (1993); toured with Metallica in Europe (1999); Metallica recorded "Mercyful Fate" medley on "Garage Inc." (1998); 36 concerts across Europe, USA and Mexico in 2022; 2 concerts in South America in 2024; new full album in progress |
| **Official Website** | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com |

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## 2. Tour Dates

> **Note:** Per the source data (mercyfulfatecoven.com), there are **no upcoming events** listed at this time. The site states: *"There are no upcoming events."*
> Fans can follow the band to be notified when new events are announced:
> **Follow for event notifications:** https://go.seated.com/notifications/welcome/dafbfe90-5c32-48cf-9173-7d6cc87657a8
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### Past / Referenced Shows & Tours

| Date | City / Region | Event / Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 (multiple) | Europe, USA, Mexico | Various | 36 concerts total |
| June 4, 2022 | Poland | Mystic Festival | Photo credit: Janek Fronczak |
| 2022 | Philadelphia, USA | No venue name listed | Referenced in photo captions |
| 2022 | Cincinnati, USA | No venue name listed | Referenced in photo captions |
| 2022 | Sacramento, USA | No venue name listed | Referenced in photo captions |
| 2022 | Dallas, USA | No venue name listed | Referenced in photo captions |
| 2022 | Monterrey, Mexico | No venue name listed | Photo credit: Benjamin Alvarado/Marko |
| 2024 | South America (2 shows) | No venue names listed | Referenced in About page |
| 2024 | Chile | No venue name listed | Referenced in photo captions (MFchile24) |
| 2021 (announced) | Las Vegas, USA | Psycho Las Vegas | Announced June 10, 2021 |
| 2022 | Poland | Mystic Festival | Announced June 2, 2021 |
| 2022 | Norway | Beyond the Gates festival | Announced May 12, 2021 |
| 2022 | Denmark | COPENHELL | Announced May 7, 2021 |
| 2022 | Sweden | Sweden Rock Festival | Announced May 4, 2021 |
| 2022 | UK | Bloodstock Festival (headlining) | Announced March 9, 2021 (rescheduled from 2021) |
| 2021 | Czech Republic | Brutal Assault | Announced September 21, 2020 |
| 2021 | Belgium | Graspop Metal Meeting | Announced September 11, 2020 |
| 2021 | Norway | Beyond the Gates | Announced August 19, 2020 |
| 2021 | Poland | Mystic Festival | Announced July 22, 2020 |
| 2011 | USA | Fillmore | Referenced in photo captions |
| 1999 | Europe | Tour with Metallica | Referenced in About page |
| 1984 | USA | North American Tour (with Motorhead & Exciter) | Referenced in About page |
| 1984 | Germany | 5-day tour (with Motorhead, Girlschool, Helix, Talon) | Referenced in About page |
| 1985 | Copenhagen, Denmark | Old movie theater | First concert of 1985, sold out |
| 1993 | USA | Sold-out US Tour | Following "In The Shadows" release |

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## 3. Discography

### Albums

| Year | Title | Type | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Melissa | Full-Length Album | Roadrunner Records |
| 1984 | Don't Break The Oath | Full-Length Album | Roadrunner Records |
| 1993 | In The Shadows | Full-Length Album | Metal Blade Records |
| 1998 | Dead Again | Full-Length Album | Metal Blade Records |
| 1999 | 9 | Full-Length Album | Metal Blade Records |
| TBA | Untitled (in progress) | Full-Length Album | No data available |

### EPs

| Year | Title | Type | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Mercyful Fate (EP) | EP | Rave On Records (Holland); released November 8th, 1982 |

### Compilations / Other Referenced Releases

| Year | Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| No data | The Beginning | Compilation/Release | Referenced in merch bundles |
| No data | Return Of The Vampire | Compilation/Release | Referenced in merch bundles |
| No data | Into The Unknown | Album/Release | Referenced in merch shirts |

### Referenced by Other Artists

| Year | Title | Type | Artist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Garage Inc. | Double Tribute Album | Metallica | Includes "Mercyful Fate" medley |

> **Note:** Additional studio albums are referenced in the About page ("another five studio albums" released between 1993–1999) but individual titles beyond "In The Shadows," "Dead Again," and "9" are not explicitly named in the source data.

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## 4. Music Videos

| Title | URL |
|---|---|
| Mercyful Fate – Evil (Official Video) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9iDokM6Pvk |

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## 5. Merch

### Statues / Collectibles (Pre-Order Available)

| Item | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|
| King Diamond III – Mercyful Fate Red Knucklebonz Statue | No data available | https://knucklebonz.com/collections/king-diamond/products/king-diamond-iii-mercyful-fate-red-knucklebonz-statue |
| Mercyful Fate Road Case Knucklebonz Statue | No data available | https://knucklebonz.com/collections/king-diamond/products/mercyful-fate-road-case-knucklebonz-statue |
| King Diamond III – Mercyful Fate Black Knucklebonz Statue | No data available | https://knucklebonz.com/collections/king-diamond/products/king-diamond-iii-mercyful-fate-black-knucklebonz-statue |

### Figures / Toys

| Item | Price | URL / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| King Diamond 3.75" ReAction Figure (1984 North American Tour era, by Super7) | No data available | https://bit.ly/2N2h2jr (pre-order, announced January 13, 2021) |
| King Diamond ULTIMATES! 7" Figure (Classic Mercyful Fate era, by Super7) | No data available | https://preorder.super7store.com/products/king-diamond-ultimates-figure-classic-mercyful-fate-era |

### Merch Stores

| Store | URL |
|---|---|
| North American Webstore | https://store.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ |
| European Webstore | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ |
| Main Site (general merch) | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com |

### Referenced Merch Items (from News Posts)

| Item | Price | Store / URL | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Album Shirt Series | No data available | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com | Announced June 30, 2021 |
| Mercyful Fate EP Shirt + Vinyl Bundle | No data available | https://store.mercyfulfatecoven.com/products/nuns-have-no-fun-t-shirt-vinyl-bundle | North American store |
| Don't Break The Oath – 1984 US Tour Shirt | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/p51-i4055585389244/mercyful-fate/u-s-tour-84/index.html | EU store |
| Melissa – Retro Album Shirt (37th Anniversary) | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store |
| Dead Again Album Shirt | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store |
| Into The Unknown Album Shirt | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store (limited time) |
| In The Shadows Album Shirt | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store (limited 72 hours: Sept 18–21, 2020) |
| 9 Album Shirt | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store (limited 72 hours: Sept 4–6, 2020) |
| The Beginning Shirt + LP Bundle | No data available | https://store.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | North American store |
| Return Of The Vampire Shirt + LP Bundle | No data available | https://store.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | North American store |
| Return Of The Vampire Shirt + LP Bundle | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store |
| The Beginning Shirt + LP Bundle | No data available | https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ | EU store |
| Don't Break The Oath Shoes | No data available | EMP UK – http://emp.me/1lVp | Exclusive to EMP UK |
| 9 Shirt | No data available | EMP UK – http://emp.me/1lVp | Exclusive to EMP UK |

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## 6. Social Media & Streaming

| Platform | Handle / URL |
|---|---|
| **Official Website** | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com |
| **YouTube (Official Channel)** | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNKmFt2c5QSEL7lXvvfigLQ |
| **YouTube (Subscribers)** | 10.1K subscribers |
| **Facebook** | https://www.facebook.com (referenced via post links; official page implied via news posts from King Diamond's FB at ID 565) |
| **Hank Shermann Facebook** | https://www.facebook.com/HankShermannOfficial |
| **King Diamond Facebook** | https://www.facebook.com/kingdiamond/ |
| **Streaming – Dead Again** | https://mercyfulfate.lnk.to/MFDeadAgain |
| **Streaming – 9 Album** | https://mercyfulfate.lnk.to/9album |
| **Instagram** | No data available |
| **Twitter / X** | No data available |
| **TikTok** | No data available |
| **Spotify** | No data available |
| **Apple Music** | No data available |
| **SoundCloud** | No data available |

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## 7. Fan Club & Newsletter

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Newsletter Platform** | Mailchimp |
| **Sign-Up Location** | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com (footer subscribe form) |
| **Required Fields** | Email Address, Country |
| **Optional Fields** | First Name, Last Name, State (if US) |
| **Marketing Permission** | Email opt-in checkbox required |
| **Unsubscribe** | Link provided in footer of all emails |
| **Privacy Policy** | https://mercyfulfatecoven.com |
| **Mailchimp Privacy** | https://mailchimp.com/legal/ |
| **Event Notifications** | Via Seated: https://go.seated.com/notifications/welcome/dafbfe90-5c32-48cf-9173-7d6cc87657a8 |
| **Patreon** | No data available |
| **Laylo** | No data available |
| **Official Fan Club** | No data available |

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## 8. FAQ

**Where was Mercyful Fate formed and when?**
Mercyful Fate was formed in early 1981 in Copenhagen, Denmark, by vocalist King Diamond and guitarist Hank Shermann.

**Who are the original members of Mercyful Fate?**
The original lineup consists of King Diamond (vocals), Hank Shermann (guitar), Michael Denner (guitar), Timi Hansen (bass), and Kim Ruzz (drums).

**Are there any upcoming Mercyful Fate tour dates?**
As of the current website data, there are no upcoming events listed. Fans can sign up for notifications at: https://go.seated.com/notifications/welcome/dafbfe90-5c32-48cf-9173-7d6cc87657a8

**Is Mercyful Fate working on new music?**
Yes. According to the official website's About page, the band has noted "Work in progress for a full Album" as of 2024.

**Where can I buy Mercyful Fate merchandise?**
Merchandise is available at two stores: the North American store at https://store.mercyfulfatecoven.com/ and the European store at https://eustore.mercyfulfatecoven.com/. Collector statues are available via Knucklebonz at https://knucklebonz.com/collections/king-diamond.

**Are there any Mercyful Fate collectible statues available for pre-order?**
Yes. Three Knucklebonz statues are currently available for pre-order: the King Diamond III Red statue, the King Diamond III Black statue, and the Mercyful Fate Road Case statue. All are available at https://knucklebonz.com/collections/king-diamond.

**What are Mercyful Fate's most important albums?**
The band's most celebrated albums include "Melissa" (1983), "Don't Break The Oath" (1984, released September 7th), "In The Shadows" (1993), and "9" (1999, released May 25th). Their debut self-titled EP was released November 8th, 1982.

**Did Mercyful Fate ever break up?**
Yes. The band broke up in April 1985, following which King Diamond launched a successful solo career on Roadrunner Records and later Metal Blade Records. Mercyful Fate reunited in the summer of 1992 and signed with Metal Blade Records, releasing "In The Shadows" in 1993.