Lordi Members, Gear & Sound
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About
Lordi is a Finnish hard rock and heavy metal band known for their theatrical stage presence and monstrous costumes. Formed in 1992 by Mr. Lordi (vocals), the band also features Mr. Kone (guitar), Mr. Hiisi (bass), Mr. Mana (drums), and Ms. Hella (keyboards). Their music blends elements of metal, hard rock, and power metal, often incorporating horror-themed visuals and lyrics that add a unique, comic twist to their sound. Lordi gained international fame with catchy songs and powerful riffs, becoming a standout act in the Finnish heavy metal scene.
How to Sound Like Lordi
Lordi's sound is characterized by its aggressive, theatrical energy, combining crunchy guitar riffs and melodic keyboard textures. The guitar work, often played on ESP LTD guitars by Mr. Kone, delivers a powerful punch, enhanced by modern amp simulators like the Neural DSP Quad Cortex. This setup contributes to a dense, hard-hitting sonic profile, matched by the thunderous roar of bass lines and dynamic drumming. Ms. Hella's use of the Korg KROME synth adds a melodic layer, creating an otherworldly atmosphere that complements the band's horror-themed aesthetic. The result is a sound that is both melodically engaging and rhythmically powerful, perfect for musicians looking to capture the essence of Lordi's rock spectacle.
Discography
Monsterican Dream
2004
Get Heavy (Bonus Track Version)
2006
The Arockalypse
2007
Deadache
2008
Babez For Breakfast
2010
To Beast Or Not To Beast
2013
Scare Force One
2014
Monstereophonic (Theaterror vs. Demonarchy)
2016
Sexorcism
2018
Recordead Live - Sextourcism In Z7
2019
Killection
2020
Lordiversity - Superflytrap
2021
Lordiversity - Abracadaver
2021
Lordiversity - Humanimals
2022
Lordiversity - Abusement Park
2022
Lordiversity - Spooky Sextravaganza Spectacular
2022
Lordiversity - Skelectric Dinosaur
2022
Lordiversity - The Masterbeast From The Moon
2022
Screem Writers Guild
2023
Limited Deadition
2025
Get the Lordi Sound
Want to sound like Lordi? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
