Kim Bendix Petersen (born 14 June 1956), better known by his stage name King Diamond, is a Danish rock musician and songwriter. As a vocalist, he is known for his powerful and wide-ranging singing voice, in particular his far-reaching falsetto screams. He is the lead vocalist and lyricist for both Mercyful Fate and the eponymous King Diamond. He also plays keyboards and guitars on studio recordings but uses live shows to focus solely on his vocal performance. Diamond is renowned for his dark lyrical content and his story concepts. He is also known for his distinctive shock stage persona (in particular his black and white facepaint). He remains a huge influence on many rock and metal artists, including Metallica, Slayer and Cradle of Filth.
Metallica: The 30th Anniversary EventKing Diamond: Montreal Madness 2003
Metal Retardation
Devil Worship: Exposing Satan's UndergroundKing Diamond: [2001] Thessaloniki, GreeceKing Diamond: [1990] Massacre at TilburgMercyful Fate: TV Compilation - '93 to '95Mercyful Fate: [1999] Santiago , ChileKing Diamond - Abigail Live in Concert
King Diamond - Live at The Fillmore
Live Undead
King Diamond: Summer Breeze
Texas Carlos Massacre
Metalocalypse: Army of the DoomstarKing Diamond: [1989] Conspiracy in MichiganKing Diamond: [1997] Meet Me at Copenhagen's Vega
King Diamond: Songs for the Dead LiveMercyful Fate Live - Wacken Open Air 2022
