04. "Chainsaw Charlie (Murders In The New Morgue)"
05. "The gypsy meets the boy"
06. "Doctor Rockter"
07. "I Am One"
08. "The Idol"
09. "Hold on to my heart"
10. "The great misconceptions of me"
Number of discs:
1
Description:
"The Crimson Idol" is a concept album by the legendary heavy metal band W.A.S.P., released in 1992 and now available on CD from Madfish. This ambitious record tells the tragic story of Jonathan Steel, exploring themes of fame, isolation, and personal struggle through powerful lyrics and dynamic instrumentation. The album features standout tracks like "Chainsaw Charlie (Murders in the New Morgue)" and "The Idol," showcasing Blackie Lawless's emotive vocals and masterful songwriting. W.A.S.P., formed in Los Angeles in 1982, are renowned for their theatrical stage shows and provocative music; they have achieved international acclaim with albums such as their self-titled debut, "The Last Command," and "Inside the Electric Circus." Madfish is a respected label known for high-quality reissues of classic rock and progressive albums, ensuring that iconic releases like this one receive exceptional sound quality and packaging.
Originally released in 1992 by Capitol Records 'The Crimson Idol', a concept album tells the story of the rise and fall of a fictional rock star named Jonathan Steel - a twisted tale of a suicidal rock & roll icon and the perils that come with fame.
Eugene S. - 15/Oct/2024
The fifth studio album by heavy metal band W.A.S.P., released in June 1992. The album charted within the top 40 in five countries. The Crimson Idol is a rock opera, telling the story of the rise and fall of a fictional rock star named Jonathan Steel. I recommend.