Album: The Crimson Idol by W.A.S.P. (1992)
Genre: Heavy Metal | Style: Metal
Record Label: Capitol Records
Format: Album

Description: The Crimson Idol is the fifth studio album by heavy metal band W.A.S.P., released internationally in 1992 through Capitol Records and on May 24, 1993 in the United States; a remastered edition was reissued in 1998, containing a bonus disc of B-sides and live material from 1992. It is a concept album, telling the story of the rise and fall of a fictional rock star named Jonathan Steel.

Artist Background: W.A.S.P. is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982. They emerged from the same Los Angeles scene that spawned Mötley Crüe, Ratt, Quiet Riot and others. The band's popularity peaked in the 1980s, yet they continue to record and tour, making them one of the most enduring of the West Coast heavy metal bands. W.A.S.P. gained notoriety for their shock rock themed image, lyrics and live performances. They have sold over 12 million copies of their albums. The band was a prominent target in th... Part of the Los Angeles, California music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Heavy Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Related Artists: Accept, U.D.O., Warlock, Twisted Sister

Music Scene: Part of the Los Angeles, California music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Heavy Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Heavy Metal, Metal, 1990s, Album, Capitol Records

Additional Context: Rating score: 8. Based on 2 votes. Available on Discogs marketplace


The Crimson Idol is the fifth studio album by heavy metal band W.A.S.P., released internationally in 1992 through Capitol Records and on May 24, 1993 in the United States; a remastered edition was reissued in 1998, containing a bonus disc of B-sides and live material from 1992. It is a concept album, telling the story of the rise and fall of a fictional rock star named Jonathan Steel.

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