"Kingdom Come" Album Description:
The year was 1988, and the hard rock scene was hungry for a new champion. Enter Kingdom Come, a German band poised to take the genre by storm with their self-titled debut album, released on 12" vinyl LP in West Germany. This record, forever etched in the annals of hard rock history, marked the beginning of a powerful legacy for the band.
Kingdom Come's debut album is widely considered their finest work. It's a showcase of their distinct sound, a blend of classic hard rock influences with a fresh, energetic approach. This LP solidified their place among hard rock enthusiasts and established them as a band to be reckoned with.
The album is a testament to the band's musical prowess. Each track is a demonstration of their tight musicianship and songwriting skills. From the electrifying opener "Living Out of Touch" to the soaring ballad "Now Forever After," the album is a journey through a spectrum of hard rock emotions.
Here's a glimpse into some of the album's highlights:
"Living Out of Touch": This high-octane track sets the tone for the album, showcasing the band's driving rhythm section and Lenny Wolf's powerful vocals.
"What Love Can Be": A powerful ballad that showcases the band's softer side, featuring a guest songwriting credit from B. Gowdy.
"The Shuffle": This track features a scorching guitar solo from Danny Stag, a glimpse into the band's lead guitar prowess.
"Get It On": A return to the album's hard-driving energy, sure to get any head banging.
Production and Recording Information
The album: "KINGDOM COME" was produced by:
Bob Rock and Lenny Wolf
Sound/Recording Engineer(s):
Bob Rock, Tim Crich (Note: TIm Crich also worked on the 1988 Rolling Stones album: "Dirty Work")
This album was recorded at:
Little Mountain Studios, Vancouver
Little Mountain Sound Studios in Vancouver was the creative hub where producer Bruce Fairbairn and engineer Bob Rock forged a powerful partnership during the 1980s. Fairbairn led production while Rock handled recording and mixing, shaping the sound of major rock acts like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, and Krokus. Fairbairn also mentored Rock, who later rose to fame as a top producer.
Mixed by
Bob Rock and Ken Steiger at Electric Lady Studios, New York City (Note: Ken Steiger has also worked for Kiss on the album "Asylum")
Mastered by
George Marino at Sterling Sound, New York City
George Marino was a legendary mastering engineer whose expertise shaped the sound of countless iconic albums. Born in 1947, he honed his craft at Capitol Records before joining Sterling Sound in 1973. His mastering work on albums by AC/DC, Metallica, and Guns N' Roses defined rock and metal's sonic power. His legacy endures through his meticulous audio craftsmanship.
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Album cover design: Hugh Syme
Hugh Syme is a Canadian Juno Award-winning graphic artist and member of the Premier Artists Collection (PAC) who is best known for his artwork and cover concepts for rock and metal bands. He is also a musician and has appeared in some Rush songs as a keyboard player. Syme is notably responsible for all of Rush's album cover art since 1975's Caress of Steel as well as creating Rush's famous Starman logo.
Album cover photography: Jay Buchbaum
