Lordi Interview and The Arockalypse Review

It was a huge surprise when a masked metal band from Finland won the 2006 Eurovision song contest. It’s a very popular contest in Europe with nearly 40 countries participating. The people chose Lordi and their anthem “Hard Rock Hallelujah” as the winner. It launched them to superstardom in their native country. Lordi is now trying to conquer North America. Their album has been released here, and they plan to tour the U.S. beginning in April. spoke with the band’s founder and vocalist Mr. Lordi about their success in Europe and plans for the U.S.

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The Arockalypse has been out for quite a while in Europe and sold very well. Now Lordi is seeing if their success elsewhere can translate to sales in North America. They dress in masks like Gwar, and their music is melodic metal with a retro feel and a tongue in cheek attitude.

The songs on the album are fist in the air anthems with big hooks and singalong choruses. They are fun and upbeat with a definite Kiss and Alice Cooper influence. Vocalist Mr. Lordi has a raspy voice that adds a little edge to the eighties synths. Lordi has recruited several guests on the album, including Dee Snider and Jay Jay French of Twisted Sister, Bruce Kulick (Kiss) and Udo Dirkschneider (Udo).

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(photo courtesy The End Records)