Former QUIET RIOT vocalist James Durbin has launched his new band, under the moniker DURBIN, and will release his aptly titled label debut, “The Beast Awakens” on February 12, 2021 on Frontiers Music. A pure, unadulterated, headbanging metal affair where James proudly wears his DIO, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest influences on his sleeve while simultaneously forging his own path, this is for fans of classic ‘80s traditional metal with a an updated sound.
01 The Prince Of Metal
02 Kings Before You (ft. Chris Jericho & Phil Demmel)
03 Into The Flames
04 The Sacred Mountain
05 The Beast Awakens
06 Evil Eye
07 Necromancer
08 Riders On The Wind
09 Calling Out For Midnight
10 Battle Cry
11 By The Horns
12 Rise To Valhalla
All Vocals, Acoustic & Electric Rhythm Guitars – James Durbin
Bass - Barry Sparks
Drums - Mike Vanderhule
Guest Vocals - Chris Jericho
Guest Lead Guitarists - Phil Demmel, Jon Yadon Jr, Marc Putnam, Dylan Rose & Nick Gallant
Additional Guitars - Ryan Heggum, Ellison & Jeremy Locke
Keyboards / Synths - Earl Salindo
Textures / Pads - Paul Grimm
Durbin – The Beast Awakens 2021