About this album
Where they were
Released in 2003, 'The Best of Mercyful Fate' serves as a compilation celebrating the band's influential career, spanning from their debut in 1983 to their reunion in the late 1990s. This album arrives just after the band’s reformation, showcasing their legacy while introducing new fans to their classic tracks.
Why it matters
This compilation album not only encapsulates the essence of Mercyful Fate's theatrical approach to heavy metal but also solidified their influence on the black metal scene. It received positive critical acclaim and helped introduce a new generation to the band's work, proving pivotal in maintaining their cultural relevance.
Essential tracks
- "Evil" — 'Evil' is a quintessential anthem that showcases the band’s signature blend of theatricality and aggression, making it an enduring classic in heavy metal.
- "Come to the Sabbath" — This track exemplifies Mercyful Fate's dark lyrical themes and complex arrangements, cementing their status as pioneers of the heavy metal genre.
- "Satan’s Fall" — At over eleven minutes, 'Satan’s Fall' captures the band’s epic storytelling and dynamic shifts, representing their artistic ambition and musical prowess.
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
Denmark
Tracklist
- 1 Doomed by the Living Dead 5:08
- 2 A Corpse Without Soul 6:56
- 3 Nuns Have No Fun 4:20
- 4 Evil 4:45
- 5 Curse of the Pharaohs 3:57
- 6 Into the Coven 5:10
- 7 Black Funeral 2:50
- 8 Satan’s Fall 11:23
- 9 A Dangerous Meeting 5:11
- 10 Desecration of Souls 4:55
- 11 Gypsy 3:09
- 12 Come to the Sabbath 5:19
- 13 Burning the Cross 8:47
- 14 Return of the Vampire 4:48
