Is Calling the Wild a good place to start with Doro?

Yes, Calling the Wild is recommended as a starting point for new Doro listeners. A raw fusion of traditional heavy metal with anthemic choruses and Doro's powerful vocals radiates intensity. By the time 'Calling the Wild' was released in September 2000, Doro had established herself as a prominent figure in heavy metal, following her breakthrough album 'Triumph and Agony' in 1987. This album marks her return to the studio after several years of touring and solidifies her status as a leading female metal vocalist.

Who is Calling the Wild for?

Calling the Wild works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, raw vocals for emotional connection and an anthem for empowerment moments.

How many songs are on Calling the Wild?

Calling the Wild has 14 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Calling the Wild

Doro · 2000

54 min · 14 tracks · traditional heavy metal

A raw fusion of traditional heavy metal with anthemic choruses and Doro's powerful vocals radiates intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Terrorvision Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I Give My Blood (Dedication) — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core, blending heartfelt lyrics with powerful instrumentation that showcases Doro's vocal range.
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White Wedding — Doro's cover transforms this iconic song into a heavy metal anthem, demonstrating her unique style while paying homage to its original spirit.
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Scarred — The track stands out for its introspective lyrics and dynamic shifts, revealing vulnerability amidst the album’s heavier themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused listening
raw vocals for emotional connection
an anthem for empowerment moments
for energetic workouts
consistently engaging throughout runtime

Maybe skip if you

prefer soft, mellow sounds
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — 'Calling the Wild' showcases Doro's signature style but is less recognized than earlier works.
Themes: heavy metal empowerment· touring fatigue
Career context: By the time 'Calling the Wild' was released in September 2000, Doro had established herself as a prominent figure in heavy metal, following her breakthrough album 'Triumph and Agony' in 1987. This album marks her return to the studio after several years of touring and solidifies her status as a leading female metal vocalist.
Stylistic neighbors: Warlock· Lita Ford· Judas Priest