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To Beast or Not to Beast

Lordi · 2013

43 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · shock rock

A raucous blend of hard rock and theatrical flair, underscored by playful horror-themed lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful horror-themed energy
  • steady momentum throughout tracks
  • sing-along choruses with friends
  • late-night party atmosphere

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

Themes
Eurovision fame· theatrical horror· playful fear
Career context
To Beast or Not to Beast is Lordi's sixth studio album, released after their victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2006. This album came as they solidified their reputation in the heavy metal scene while exploring more mainstream appeal. The band aimed to balance their shock rock roots with accessible melodies.
Stylistic neighbors
Ghost· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Meliora by Ghost — Shares theatrical horror themes and heavy riffs with a catchy, melodic approach.
Hellbilly Deluxe by Rob Zombie — Combines shock rock aesthetics and playful horror narratives with hard-hitting metal sounds.
Welcome to My Nightmare by Alice Cooper — Features theatrical storytelling and dark humor wrapped in accessible rock melodies.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 We’re Not Bad for the Kids (We’re Worse) 3:23
  • 2 I Luv Ugly 3:47
  • 3 The Riff 3:44
  • 4 Something Wicked This Way Comes 4:58
  • 5 I’m the Best 3:14
  • 6 Horrifiction 3:28
  • 7 Happy New Fear 4:45
  • 8 Schizo Doll 4:34
  • 9 Candy for the Cannibal 4:42
  • 10 Sincerely With Love 3:13
  • 11 SCG6: Otus’ Butcher Clinic 3:23

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