Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult
| Company type | Supergroup |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Scandinavia |
| Products | Heavy metal music |
Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult (abbreviated as DMTMC) was a heavy metal supergroup originating from Scandinavia, established in 2009. The band included former Turbonegro frontman Hank von Helvete, alongside multi-instrumentalist Tim Sköld, previously associated with Marilyn Manson and KMFDM. Guitar duties were handled by Anders Odden of Cadaver and Satyricon, as well as Audun Stengel, known for his work with Apoptygma Berzerk and The Kovenant. The lineup was completed by ex-Extol drummer David Husvik. Their only release, the album I Declare: Treason, came out in 2011 under the Season of Mist label, after which the group dissolved.
History
Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult came together in 2009 and recorded their first album in studios located in Oslo, Stockholm, and Los Angeles. The band inked a deal with Season of Mist in January 2011, followed by the release of their debut single "(Don't) Waste It" on May 9. Their live debut occurred on May 11 in Helsinki, with subsequent performances in both Oslo and Stockholm. I Declare: Treason was released on June 6, receiving a variety of critical responses. Supporting the album, the band played several festivals across Scandinavia before ultimately disbanding within the same year.
Members
- Hank von Helvete – lead vocals
- Tim Sköld – bass guitar
- Anders Odden – guitar
- Audun Stengel – guitar
- David Husvik – drums
Discography
Studio albums
- I Declare: Treason (2011)