Top tracks — play these first
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Running Up That Hill — This cover transforms Kate Bush's original into a powerful hard rock anthem, highlighting Jorn's vocal range and emotional intensity while staying true to the song's essence.
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Don't Stop Believin' — Jorn's rendition of this Journey classic infuses it with heavy guitar riffs and a raw energy that reinterprets the anthemic spirit of the original, making it a standout track.
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Hotel California — This iconic Eagles track is reimagined with a heavier sound, showcasing Jorn's ability to deliver haunting melodies and complex arrangements while paying homage to the original.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid covers with strong vocals but lacks unique songwriting and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, with most tracks maintaining a driving rhythm that emphasizes the powerful vocals.
- Each track is a cover of a classic rock song, often retaining the original's structure while adding Jorn's distinctive vocal style.
- The last three tracks slow down slightly, creating a more reflective atmosphere before concluding the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- anthemic sing-alongs with friends
- steady pacing for road trips
- nostalgic vibes for classic fans
- powerful vocals that energize
- celebratory moments of full volume
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quiet, subdued listening
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Heavy Rock Radio marks Jorn's return to the studio after a four-year hiatus since his album Drámar. This collection showcases his passion for classic rock covers while reaffirming his status as a prominent figure in the heavy metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Russell Allen· Kamelot· Masterplan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Know There’s Something Going On 4:55
- 2 Running Up That Hill 5:04
- 3 Rev on the Red Line 3:56
- 4 You’re the Voice 5:02
- 5 Live to Win 3:53
- 6 Don’t Stop Believin’ 4:41
- 7 Killer Queen 3:27
- 8 Hotel California 6:31
- 9 Rainbow in the Dark 5:00
- 10 The Final Frontier 5:52
- 11 Stormbringer 3:56
- 12 Die Young 5:12
- 13 I Don’t Know 5:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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