The Duke (Jørn Lande album)
The Duke is the sixth studio album by Norwegian hard rock singer Jørn Lande, released under the moniker Jorn in 2006. The album continues Lande's exploration of classic hard rock and heavy metal themes, often drawing comparisons to artists like Dio and Rainbow.
Overview
The Duke features a blend of original tracks written by Lande and cover songs. It showcases Lande's powerful vocals and the band's instrumental prowess. The album's sound is characterized by heavy guitar riffs, melodic passages, and a strong emphasis on vocal performance.
Track Listing
The track listing typically includes:
- The Duke of Love
- Blacksong
- Are You Ready
- Time to be King
- Out to Every Nation
- Something Real
- Living With Wolves
- War is Coming
- The Inner Road
- Fool to Fool
- Where the Winds Blow
(Note: Track listing may vary slightly depending on the edition.)
Personnel
The album typically features:
- Jørn Lande – Vocals
- Jørn Viggo Lofstad - Guitars
- Magnus Karlsson - Guitars, Bass, Keyboards
- Stian Kristoffersen - Drums
(Note: Personnel may vary slightly depending on the album credits.)
Reception
The Duke generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised Lande's vocal performance and the album's strong songwriting. It is considered a solid entry in Jorn's discography, showcasing his signature hard rock style.