KING DIAMOND - Conspiracy ( Germany ) 12" Vinyl LP Album

Conspiracy is the concept album by King Diamond, being the second part of a story that begun on the album " Them ". It was released in 1989. Conspiracy was the last album to feature original drummer Mikkey Dee (however, he was a studio musician at that time). Roberto Falcao is a guest player on the keyboards.

 This album is COMPLETE with OIS, artwork insert and merchandise insert

 

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Essential Album Information For: KING DIAMOND - Conspiracy

Music Genre:

Black Metal, Thrash Metal 

Label & Catalognr:

Roadrunner Records RR 9461-1

Media Format:

Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1989 Manufactured in Western Germany.

Rights Society: Stemra

KING DIAMOND - Conspiracy Production & Recording Information

Album Packaging

This 12" LP vinyl music record comes comes in a Fold Open Cover (FOC), which is also also known as a Gatefold cover. The inner pages of this album cover contains photos, artwork.

 Custom Inner Sleeve Text

Producers:

Roberto Falcao - Producer

King Diamond - Producer

Andy LaRocque - Producer

Guitar solos produced by: Chris Tsangarides

Notes on the production-team of the Conspiracy album:Roberto Falcao is producer and sound engineer since the first King Diamond record "No Presents for Christmas" on this and other "King Diamond" albums, he is producer, sound engineer and guest performer on the keyboards.

Sound & Recording Engineers:

Roberto Falcao - Sound Engineer

Gina Immel - Sound Engineer

Chris Tsangarides - Sound Mix Engineer

Roberto Falcao - Sound Mix Engineer

King Diamond - Sound Mix Engineer

Howie Weinberg - Mastering at Masterdisk, NY

Discover Howie Weinberg’s legacy in mastering at his web page here!

Recording Location:

This album was recorded and mixed at: Rumbo Recorders, Canoga Park, CA

Album Cover Design & Artwork:

Studio Dzyan - Album Cover Artwork

Studio Dzyan, the creative powerhouse helmed by artists Thomas Holm and Torbjörn Jörgensen, is renowned for its striking album cover designs. Their visionary artwork has graced the releases of legendary bands like Mercyful Fate, King Diamond, and Spartan Warrior, blending dark atmospheres with intricate detail to define the visual identity of heavy metal’s most iconic records.

Thomas Holm - Album Cover Artwork

Thomas Holm, the mastermind behind King Diamond’s most haunting album covers, defined the band’s chilling aesthetic during the late 1980s. His eerie, intricate artwork for Abigail (1987), Them (1988), and Conspiracy (1989) set the standard for horror-infused metal visuals, blending dark fantasy with gothic horror. His legacy lives on through these iconic designs.

Thorbjorn Jorgenson - Album Cover Artwork

 Torbjorn Jorgensen a Swedish illustrator and graphic designer and member/founder of the Studio Dzyan in Malmö. Torbjorn has been working on all the artwork for the albums of Mercyful Fate, King Diamond, S.P.O.C.K, Lord Belial and many others.

Photography:

Krasner/Trebitz - Front Cover Photography

  Krasner / Trebitz Photography are a photography company comprised of Bob Krasner and Debra Trebitz, photographing bands like: King Diamond, Crimson Glory, Banshee, Scorpions, Doctor Nerve.

Alex Solca

Alex Solca is a renowned music photographer celebrated for capturing the raw energy and iconic essence of Heavy Metal legends through his striking and timeless imagery.


Musicians:
  • King Diamond - Vocals, Keyboards
    King Diamond (born Kim Bendix Petersen) emerged in the 1980s as a pioneering force in heavy metal. Fronting Mercyful Fate and later his solo band, his piercing falsetto and occult storytelling redefined the genre. Albums like Melissa (1983) and Abigail (1987) cemented his legacy as a theatrical metal visionary. Explore the World of King Diamond.
  • Andy LaRocque - Guitar

    Andy LaRocque: Swedish guitar virtuoso behind King Diamond's sound. Neo-classical shred, melodic mastery, & top-notch production skills. Dive into his legacy:

  • Pete Blakk - Guitar

    Pete Blakk: Swedish shredder known for his work with King Diamond. His riffs and solos defined a heavy metal era. "Learn more about him"

  • Hal Patino - Bass

    Hal Patino: American bassist who fueled the sound of Danish heavy metal giants Geisha and King Diamond. His powerful basslines are a hallmark of their iconic albums. "Learn about him"

  • Mikkey Dee - Drums

    Mikkey Dee: Drum legend behind Motörhead, Scorpions, King Diamond. A powerhouse of rhythm. Explore his journey

Tracklisting:
  1. At the Graves (Diamond) 8:56
  2. Sleepless Nights (LaRocque) 5:05
  3. Lies (Diamond) 4:22
  4. A Visit from the Dead (LaRocque) 6:12
  5. The Wedding Dream (Diamond) 6:01
  6. Amon Belongs to Them (LaRocque - Diamond) 3:51
  7. Something Weird (LaRocque) 2:06
  8. Victimized (LaRocque) 5:21
  9. Let It Be Done (Diamond) 1:13
  10. Cremation (Diamond) 4:12

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