Joe Lynn Turner - Belly Of The Beast (2022) [24... | 2024 |
: Features Hammond-style keyboards and an industrial "stomp" reminiscent of Rammstein.
Produced and co-written by (known for his work with Hypocrisy and Pain), the album features a "brutal" and intense production style. Turner describes the project as a bridge between his classic rock background and modern melodic metal. Joe Lynn Turner - Belly Of The Beast (2022) [24...
: It is widely cited as the heaviest work of Turner’s career, incorporating "industrial stomps," "crunching riffs," and symphonic elements. : Features Hammond-style keyboards and an industrial "stomp"
: Alongside the release, Turner debuted a new look, choosing to publicly embrace his natural appearance (bald) for the first time after wearing a hairpiece since age 14 due to alopecia. : It is widely cited as the heaviest
The album was largely praised by critics as one of the biggest surprises of 2022. While some fans of his softer melodic rock found the shift jarring, many hailed it as a "triumph" that proved Turner’s vocal power remains intact even into his 70s.
Released on October 28, 2022, marks the eleventh solo studio album by veteran hard rock vocalist Joe Lynn Turner . The album represents a major transformation in both his musical style and public image, moving away from his classic AOR roots into a much heavier, metal-oriented sound. Musical Direction and Production