Conversation so far:
Where was he prior to Germany?
CANNOTANSWER.
When did he relocate?
the remaining members relocated to West Berlin, Germany.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
in 1985 and released a second album The Firstborn Is Dead.
How did that album do?
CANNOTANSWER.
What did they do when they relocated to germany?
The band garnered an increased following due to a second 1986 album release.
Did they tour during this time?
CANNOTANSWER.
did they have any hit singles?
The single "The Mercy Seat.

Question: when was this released?
Self-contained rewrite: when was Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds' single "The Mercy Seat" released?