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Roel Verscheure

Lex Legion, featuring King Diamond band members, unleash new single

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Following the explosive debut of their first single, Lex Legion returns with “Gypsy Tears,” a haunting and powerful new track that further reveals the depth and identity of this veteran supergroup.

Drummer Mikkey Dee says, 

“It’s now time to release our second single; ‘Gypsy Tears.’ Another great song with a lot of fire and bite, this one is a real driving banger! The video, it’s more of a short  movie, does a great job of telling the story in the lyrics. Release is on the 5th of May. Check it out!”

Vocalist Nils K. Rue says, 

“At its core, the song is a dark portrait of obsession, told through the eyes of a watcher who cannot let go. The video reimagines this as a timeless story of love and longing that stretches beyond reality itself. Through layered metaphors, the lyrics transform personal conflict into vast, symbolic landscapes—where emotional collapse feels like war-torn ground.”

Guitarist Pete Blakk adds, 

“’Gypsy Tears’ is the essence of me, Mikkey, Andy and Hal. With me and Andy trading off solos and the power of Mikkey and Hal’s rhythm section all supporting the powerful vocals of Nils, the song really brings a new dimension to metal in 2026. The video is tasteful, mystical and raw. It’s a piece of art that will leave no one untouched.”

Featuring members of the classic King Diamond lineup—Mikkey Dee, Andy La Rocque, Pete Blakk, and Hal Patino—alongside vocalist Nils K. Rue (Pagan’s Mind), Lex Legion continues to channel decades of heavy metal mastery into something both timeless and fresh.

Where their debut single “Sleep Eternally” hit with immediate force, “Gypsy Tears” showcases a more atmospheric and dynamic side of the band. Built on eerie melodies, driving rhythms, and soaring vocal lines, the track balances mysticism with raw power—shifting between evocative passages and undeniable, headbanging momentum.

Driven by Mikkey Dee‘s unmistakable groove, layered with intricate twin-guitar work from La Rocque and Blakk, and anchored by Hal Patino‘s melodic basslines, the song creates a cinematic soundscape that feels both classic and forward-looking. At the center, Rue delivers a commanding vocal performance filled with drama and intensity.

“Gypsy Tears” is the second single from Lex Legion‘s upcoming self-titled debut album, set for release on June 12, 2026 via MNRK Music Group. The album captures the spirit of classic heavy metal while embracing the experience and chemistry that only decades of musicianship can bring.

With “Gypsy Tears,” Lex Legion continues to build momentum toward one of the most anticipated hard rock/metal debuts of the year.

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06/05/2026/0 Comments/by Roel Verscheure
Tags: andy la rocque, Hal Patino, heavy metal, King diamond, Leg Legion, mikkey dee, MNRK Records, Pete Blakk
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