- It is a five-track EP, with two new songs ("The Duke" and "Culling") and three live tracks ("Still Echoes", "512", and "Engage the Fear Machine").
- The EP was inspired by Wayne Ford, a Lamb of God fan who lost his battle with leukemia.
- The title track, "The Duke", is a tribute to Ford, and the lyrics deal with the themes of death, loss, and acceptance.
- The EP was met with positive reviews from critics, who praised the band's intensity and musicianship.
- It was a commercial success, reaching number 10 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart.
The EP was a way for the band to give back to their fans and to raise awareness for cancer research. It was also a personal tribute to Wayne Ford, who was a close friend of the band. The EP's title track, "The Duke", is a powerful and emotional song that captures the pain and loss of losing a loved one. The other tracks on the EP are also excellent, and they showcase Lamb of God's unique blend of heavy metal and groove metal. Overall, "The Duke" is a well-crafted and moving EP that is sure to please fans of Lamb of God and heavy metal music in general.
Original Release: 2016. |
Catalog No: 889895385042. |
Type: Jewel Case. |