Danish Heavy Metal legend, Kim Bendix Petersen (A.K.A. King Diamond), was forced to take a break from his musical career in November 2010. In case you don't remember, on November 29, 2010, King Diamond was taken to hospital, where they discovered several blockages in his arteries due to his heavy smoking habit. They determined that he had several heart attacks and that he needed triple-bypass surgery. The surgery was performed successfully. On December 11, 2010 it was announced that he was at home recovering.
Late last year, King Diamond reappeared on stage at Metallica's 30th anniversary at The Fillmore in San Francisco, California. Today, it was announced that King Diamond is joining forces with ICM and the Agency Group (booking agents). Here is their Official statement:
"It is great to be in the top professional hands of Nick and Paul. They both come highly recommended by Brian Slagel of Metal Blade, who personally suggested the partnership that is now in effect. ICM and The Agency Group have so much combined experience, which will open new doors for us. When it comes to getting us back on stage again, we all agree on how to bring King Diamond to a whole new level. Within a few weeks, we should be able to announce the first part of our plan. WELCOME ON BOARD AND STAY HEAVY.”
King Diamond adds: "There’ll be a lot more great news coming the next couple of weeks. It’s been difficult keeping everything under wraps, but soon it will all be out in the open. I want to thank you for your amazing patience. We will get back to the Skype sessions in not too long as well."
Related links:
King Diamond Online
