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Don't Break the Oath — Mercyful Fate (1984 album) Don't Break the Oath Don't Break the Oath is the second studio album by Danish heavy metal band Mercyful Fate (1984), noted for occult themes, King Diamond's vocals and its influence on extreme metal.

Don't Download This Song — "Weird Al" Yankovic Don't Download This Song A satirical mid-2000s song by "Weird Al" Yankovic that mimics charity-anthem conventions to lampoon illegal music downloading; a style parody of benefit songs like "We Are the Worl…

Don't Forget (Demi Lovato album) Don't Forget Don't Forget is Demi Lovato's debut studio album, released in 2008 on Hollywood Records. A pop-rock record co-created with the Jonas Brothers, it launched several singles and intro…

Don't Go Away (Oasis song) Don't Go Away A ballad by Oasis from the 1997 album Be Here Now; issued as a single in Japan in 1998 and a Top 5 entry on US modern rock radio in 1997.

Don't Starve — survival action-adventure game by Klei Entertainment Don't Starve Don't Starve is an open-world survival action-adventure by Klei Entertainment, noted for its gothic art, permadeath, crafting and sanity mechanics; released on PC in 2013 and later…

Don't Worry, Be Happy 1988 a cappella single by Bobby McFerrin, inspired by Meher Baba; a global No. 1 hit from Simple Pleasures, noted for layered vocal arrangement, Grammy recognition and broad cultur…

Doncaster Works: the historic Doncaster railway works and its legacy Doncaster Works Doncaster Works is a major British railway engineering complex founded in 1853. This article covers its origins, key products (notable steam locomotives and rolling stock), postwar…

Donkey Kong (video game series) Donkey Kong (series) Long-running Nintendo franchise starring the ape Donkey Kong. Started as a 1981 arcade game and evolved into platformers, spin-offs, and modern revivals with distinctive characters…

Donkey Kong 64 — 3D platformer for the Nintendo 64 Donkey Kong 64 Donkey Kong 64 is a 3D platform and collect-a-thon developed by Rare for the Nintendo 64, notable for its multiple playable Kongs, large amount of collectibles and use of the Expan…

Donkey Kong Country Returns A 2010 side-scrolling platformer by Retro Studios and Nintendo that revived the Donkey Kong Country series for the Wii, noted for its 2.5D presentation, cooperative play, and chall…

Donkey Kong Land 2 1996 Game Boy platformer by Rare and Nintendo: a portable adaptation of Donkey Kong Country 2 starring Diddy and Dixie Kong, featuring side-scrolling levels, bosses, and the Donkey…

Donkey Konga — GameCube rhythm game played with DK Bongos Donkey Konga Donkey Konga is a rhythm game for the Nintendo GameCube developed by Namco and published by Nintendo. Played with the DK Bongos, it features region-specific song lists and two sequ…

Doom (1993) — landmark first-person shooter and its legacy Doom Doom is a 1993 first-person shooter by id Software that popularized 3D-style levels, modding, and multiplayer deathmatch; it spawned sequels, ports and an enduring community.

Doom (2016 video game) Doom (2016) is a reboot of id Software's first‑person shooter series emphasizing fast, brutal combat, arena encounters, and a modern take on the classic Doom formula. Available on…

Doom II: The Sequel That Expanded Classic Doom's Design and Community Doom 2 Doom II (1994) is the direct sequel to Doom, built on the same engine, adding new levels, enemies and the Super Shotgun; it reinforced modding culture and influenced later first-pe…

Doom 3 — 2004 first-person shooter reboot by id Software Doom 3 Doom 3 is a 2004 reimagining of id Software's classic shooter that emphasizes atmosphere, modern graphics (id Tech 4), single-player horror elements, and spawned expansions and a l…

Doom 64 — Nintendo 64 sequel, design, and modern re-release Doom 64 Doom 64 is a 1997 follow-up to Doom II originally released for the Nintendo 64. Noted for darker visuals, new levels, and the Unmaker weapon, it later received a restored re-releas…

Doom Eternal: summary, gameplay, development, and legacy Doom Eternal Doom Eternal is the single‑player focused sequel to Doom (2016). This article covers its setting, mechanics, platforms, design choices, and how it expanded the classic fast‑paced s…

Doomwyte (Redwall novel) Doomwyte Doomwyte is a 2008 fantasy novel by Brian Jacques, the 20th book in the Redwall series. It continues the saga of Redwall Abbey with anthropomorphic animals, adventure, riddles and…

Doraemon: the robot cat manga and anime that became a cultural icon Doraemon Doraemon is a Japanese manga and anime franchise about a robotic cat from the future who helps a boy, Nobita. Created by Fujiko F. Fujio, it features imaginative gadgets, moral les…

Double Dutchess (Fergie album) Double Dutchess Double Dutchess is Fergie’s second studio album, released Sept 22, 2017 on her Dutchess Music imprint with BMG. It marked her return to solo work after 2006’s The Dutchess.

Double Live (Garth Brooks album) Double Live is a 1998 two-disc live album by Garth Brooks featuring concert performances of his hits; it became a major commercial success and helped define his reputation as a liv…

Double Negative (1980 film) Double Negative Double Negative is a 1980 Canadian thriller directed by George Bloomfield, adapted from a Ross Macdonald novel. Also released as Deadly Companion, it stars Anthony Perkins, Susan C…

Double Nickels on the Dime Double Nickels on the Dime is a landmark 1984 double album by the Minutemen that expanded hardcore punk with eclectic songwriting, jazz and funk touches, and a prolific, concise st…

Double Rainbow (viral video) A 2010 viral clip of Paul “Bear” Vasquez reacting ecstatically to a double rainbow near Yosemite. The video became a widely viewed internet meme and later appeared in commercials a…

Doujinshi: Independent Japanese self-published works and fan publications Doujinshi Doujinshi are self-published Japanese works—often manga, novels, artbooks, or games—created by individuals or small groups (circles). They span fanworks, original stories, and a vi…

Down and Out in Paris and London — George Orwell's account of poverty Down and Out in Paris and London George Orwell's 1933 nonfiction account documenting hunger, casual labor and homelessness in Paris and London, blending first-person memoir with investigative reporting and social…

Down to Earth (Stevie Wonder album) Down to Earth is Stevie Wonder's sixth studio album, released 16 November 1966 on Tamla. A mid-1960s Motown record, it blends R&B, pop and soul and marks a step toward his later ar…

Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! — long-running Japanese variety show Downtown no Gaki no Tsukai ya Arahende!! A long-running Japanese variety program led by comedy duo Downtown, famous for its annual "no laughing" batsu (punishment) games, specials and surreal prank segments on Nippon Tele…

Dr. John H. Watson — companion and chronicler of Sherlock Holmes Dr. Watson Dr. John H. Watson, M.D., is Sherlock Holmes's friend, biographer and foil in Arthur Conan Doyle's detective stories. An army surgeon and the primary narrator, he shapes the public…

Dracula — Bram Stoker's Gothic Vampire Novel and Cultural Legacy Dracula Overview of Bram Stoker's Dracula: form, story, inspirations, themes, publication, and its lasting influence on vampire fiction and popular culture.

Dragon Ball: Japanese manga and multimedia franchise Dragon Ball Dragon Ball is a manga series by Akira Toriyama that expanded into a global media franchise—following Son Goku, the Dragon Balls, many anime adaptations, films, games, and lasting…

Dragon Quest Dragon Quest is a long-running Japanese role-playing game series created by Yuji Horii, known for its turn-based gameplay, Akira Toriyama character art, and broad multimedia presen…

Dragon Warrior (Dragon Quest) — 1986 NES role-playing game Dragon Warrior Dragon Warrior (Dragon Quest in Japan) is the original console JRPG that established turn‑based battles, town‑and‑dungeon exploration, and iconic art and music by Akira Toriyama an…

Dream Street (Janet Jackson album) Second studio album by Janet Jackson, released October 23, 1984 on A&M Records. Produced by Marlon Jackson with contributions from Michael Jackson; included the R&B single "Don't S…

Dreaming of You (song) “Dreaming of You” is the English-language ballad recorded by Mexican-American Tejano singer Selena, released posthumously in 1995 as the title track and crossover single from her a…

Dressed to Kill (Kiss album) Dressed to Kill Dressed to Kill is the third studio album by American rock band Kiss, released March 19, 1975. Known for its concise, high‑energy songs, it features the studio version of "Rock and…

Driver 2: Back on the Streets — overview and history Driver 2 Second entry in the Driver series; a 2000 open-world driving action game by Reflections Interactive, later ported to Game Boy Advance as Driver 2 Advance under Infogrames/Atari.

Dropkick Murphys: Boston-area Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys Dropkick Murphys are an American Celtic punk band from Quincy, Massachusetts, known for blending punk rock with Irish folk influences, energetic live shows, and strong ties to Bost…

Drowning Pool (2010 self-titled album) Drowning Pool (album) The fourth studio album by American heavy metal band Drowning Pool, released April 27, 2010. Notable as the band’s first record to retain the same lead singer from the prior album;…

Du soleil au cœur Du soleil au cœur is a French-language greatest-hits compilation by Canadian singer Céline Dion, collecting selections from her early francophone career and released for French-spe…

Duck Hunt (NES video game) Duck Hunt Duck Hunt is a light-gun shooting game by Nintendo for the NES, released in 1984 in Japan. Players use the NES Zapper to shoot flying ducks; the title became widely known as an ear…

Duty Now for the Future (Devo album) Duty Now for the Future Duty Now for the Future is Devo's 1979 second studio album, noted for its polished production, new wave sound and satirical themes of de-evolution and modern culture.

Dying Light (video game) Dying Light Dying Light is an open-world first-person survival horror game by Techland, released in January 2015 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Known for parkour movement, a day–night cyc…

Dynasty (album) Dynasty is the eighth studio album by Kiss, released May 23, 1979. It is best known for the disco-tinged hit "I Was Made for Lovin' You" and for marking a commercial, stylistic shi…

E.I. — single from Nelly's Country Grammar (2000) E.I. Overview, composition, release and reception of "E.I.", the 2000 single by American rapper Nelly from his debut album Country Grammar.

E=MC² (album) E=MC² is the eleventh studio album by Mariah Carey, released April 15, 2008. Blending pop and contemporary R&B, it produced the chart-topping single “Touch My Body” and continued t…

Eagles (American rock band) Eagles (band) American rock group formed in Los Angeles in 1971, noted for country-rock harmonies, enduring hits like "Hotel California" and "Take It Easy", major commercial success, and a lasti…