Don’t Break the Oath

Mercyful Fate

Don’t Break the Oath

RELEASED: September 07, 1984
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. A Dangerous Meeting 5:05 2. Nightmare 6:14 3. Desecration of Souls 4:51 4. Night of the Unborn 4:55 5. The Oath 7:26 6. Gypsy 3:04 7. Welcome Princess of Hell 4:00 8. To One Far Away 1:30 9. Come to the Sabbath 5:13
Historical Archive
Don't Break the Oath is the second studio album by Danish heavy metal band Mercyful Fate, released in 1984. The album is known for its dark themes, theatrical vocals by frontman King Diamond, and intricate guitar work. Musically, it incorporates elements of heavy metal and early black metal, setting a precedent for future bands in the genre. Its legacy is marked by its influence on the development of heavy metal and its continued popularity among fans, often being cited as one of the greatest metal albums of all time.