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Andy La Rocque Admits He’s Still Waiting — And That Says Everything

Let’s stop pretending this is normal—this situation with King Diamond’s long-promised new album has crossed from “anticipated” into straight-up frustrating. And now, hearing Andy La Rocque openly admit he’s still waiting on songs? That’s the breaking point.

If the guitarist himself doesn’t have the material, what exactly is going on behind the scenes?

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La Rocque didn’t sugarcoat it. He’s waiting for King Diamond to finish writing. Not tweaking. Not polishing. Writing.

That’s not a delay—that’s a project that hasn’t even fully started.

Here’s the reality: fans have been hearing about this album for years. Teases, hints, even partial track mentions—but nothing concrete. And now we find out one of the core creative forces hasn’t even received the songs yet?

That’s not hype anymore. That’s stagnation.

The Problem No One Wants to Say Out Loud

King Diamond is a perfectionist. That’s always been part of the appeal. But there’s a fine line between perfectionism and paralysis—and this feels a lot like the latter.

We’re not talking about a newcomer figuring things out. This is a legend with decades of experience, a clear vision, and a loyal fanbase that’s been hanging on every update.

So what’s the holdup?

• Overthinking the concept?
• Endless rewriting cycles?
• Or worse… loss of momentum?

Because from the outside, this doesn’t look like “crafting a masterpiece.” It looks like a project stuck in limbo.

Fans Are Running Out of Patience

There’s only so long you can ride goodwill. And King Diamond has had a LOT of it.

But even diehards are starting to question:

• How many “almost ready” updates can you give before it means nothing?
• How long should fans wait between albums in the modern era?
• At what point does anticipation turn into apathy?

And that’s the dangerous part.

Once fans emotionally check out, it’s almost impossible to get them fully back.

This Isn’t Just About One Album

This situation hits deeper than just a delayed release.

It raises a bigger question about legacy.

King Diamond isn’t just another band—he’s a pillar of heavy metal history. Every release matters. Every delay chips away at that momentum.

And if this album eventually drops after YEARS of buildup?

It better be flawless. Because anything less will feel like a letdown after this kind of wait.

What Happens Next?

That’s the real question—and right now, nobody seems to have a clear answer.

If La Rocque is still waiting, the timeline isn’t just unclear… it’s nonexistent.

And fans? They’re stuck in the same place they’ve been for years:

Waiting.

Let’s Be Honest…

At this point, this isn’t anticipation anymore—it’s a test of loyalty.

And not everyone is going to keep passing it.

Where Do You Stand?

Is King Diamond justified in taking this long, or has this delay gone too far?

POLL:

• He’s a legend—take all the time needed for greatness
• This is getting ridiculous—fans deserve better
• I’ve already checked out—release it or don’t