Top tracks — play these first
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We Brought the Angels Down — Opening with anthemic choruses and powerful guitar solos, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of themes like hope and struggle.
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Blacksong — With its haunting melodies and dynamic shifts, this track showcases Jorn's vocal range while delving into darker lyrical territories, highlighting his storytelling ability.
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Duke of Love — This song blends catchy hooks with infectious energy, illustrating Jorn's ability to merge heavy metal with accessible songwriting that appeals to a wide audience.
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Stormcrow — Featuring aggressive riffs and a driving rhythm, this track exemplifies Jorn’s hard rock roots while offering a glimpse into the emotional weight present throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classic heavy metal elements with modern production, creating a solid but not experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving tempos and aggressive guitar riffs, establishing a high-energy opening.
- Several songs incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for guitar solos that showcase technical proficiency.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- powerful vocal-driven anthems
- engaging lyrical storytelling
- late-night reflective listening
- dynamic yet consistent flow
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer short standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Duke marks Jorn Lande's fifth studio album, released in 2006 during a prolific period for the artist. At this point in his career, Jorn had already established himself as a prominent figure in the metal scene, following successful projects like Ark and his work with Masterplan, making this album a further testament to his vocal prowess and songwriting capabilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Russell Allen· Kamelot· Masterplan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Brought the Angels Down 4:27
- 2 Blacksong 5:35
- 3 Stormcrow 3:43
- 4 End of Time 4:15
- 5 Duke of Love 4:33
- 6 Burning Chains 3:51
- 7 After the Dying 4:59
- 8 Midnight Madness 4:20
- 9 Are You Ready 3:05
- 10 Starfire 5:26
- 11 Noose 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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