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| current_members = ]<br />Jimi Bell<br />B.J. Zampa<br />Chris Tristram
| past_members = ]<br />]<br />]<br />]<br />]<br />Michael Guy<br />]<br />Dennis Chick<br />]<br />]<br />] | current_members = ]<br />Jimi Bell<br />B.J. Zampa<br />Chris Tristram
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'''House of Lords''' is a ] based out of ], with members in New Jersey and Florida. '''House of Lords''' is an American ] band based in ], with members in ] and ].


==History== ==History==
House of Lords was formed in 1987 by former Angel member and keyboardist ] after his solo project ]. After listening to demos – originally intended for Giuffria's third record – a record deal with ]' company Simmons Records was agreed upon, on two conditions that the band's name be changed (to House of Lords) and a new lead singer recruited (firing ] in the process).<ref> ''L.A. Times'', July 12, 1988.</ref> ] thus replaced Eisley, after Christian was suggested by ex-Giuffria and Quiet Riot bassist ],<ref>{{cite web|title=Chuck Wright Interview|url= http://musiclegends.ca/interviews/chuck-wright-interview-quiet-riot/|publisher=Music Legends|accessdate=3 July 2013}}</ref> after having worked together in L.A. Rocks. House of Lords was formed in 1987 by former Angel member and keyboardist ] following his solo project ].<ref name="LarkinHR">{{cite book|title=]|editor=]|publisher=]|date=1999|edition=First|isbn=0-7535-0257-7|page=222}}</ref> After listening to demos – originally intended for Giuffria's third record – a record deal with ]' company Simmons Records was agreed upon, on two conditions: to change the band's name (to House of Lords) and to recruit a new lead singer (firing ] in the process).<ref>, ''L.A. Times'', July 12, 1988.</ref> ] replaced Eisley. Christian was suggested by ex-Giuffria and Quiet Riot bassist ],<ref>{{cite web|title=Chuck Wright Interview|date= June 5, 2008|url= http://musiclegends.ca/interviews/chuck-wright-interview-quiet-riot/|publisher=Music Legends|access-date=July 3, 2013}}</ref> after having worked together in L.A. Rocks.


House of Lords' eponymous debut was released in 1988, featuring a heavier sound than Giuffria with a lower keyboard mix. The album received critical acclaim and the band toured with ], ] and the ] in 1989. House of Lords' eponymous debut was released in 1988,<ref name="LarkinHR"/> featuring a heavier sound than Giuffria’s and less prominent keyboards. The album received critical acclaim,<ref name="LarkinHR"/> and the band toured with ], ] and the ] in 1989.<ref name="LarkinHR"/>


The album featured one major hit, "I Wanna Be Loved" (Hot 100 No.&nbsp;58). The ] penned "Love Don't Lie" was the second single but despite MTV airplay, failed to chart. After touring, original guitarist ] left in 1990, replaced by ex ]'s Michael Guy. The album featured one minor hit, "I Wanna Be Loved" (Hot 100 No.&nbsp;58). The ] penned "Love Don't Lie" was the second single but despite MTV airplay, failed to chart. After touring, original guitarist ] left in 1990, replaced by ex ]'s Michael Guy.<ref name="LarkinHR"/>


Their next effort was 1990s '']'' and featured a list of guest musicians. Other notable contributions to the album came from ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] and ]. Deliberately more guitar-orientated than the debut, the album hit No.&nbsp;120 on the charts and in the wake of the successful single "Can't Find My Way Home" (a Blind Faith cover) was certified platinum in 1991. The single & video also did well on Album Rock radio peaking at No.&nbsp;10. The second single "Remember My Name" was a bigger hit hitting No.&nbsp;72 on the Hot 100 and a Top 5 regular on DIAL MTV. Soon after, bassist Chuck Wright and drummer ] left the band. Their next effort was 1990s '']'',<ref name="LarkinHR"/> and featured a list of guest musicians. Other notable contributions to the album came from ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] and ]. Deliberately more guitar-oriented than the debut, the album hit No.&nbsp;120 on the charts and in the wake of the successful single "Can't Find My Way Home" (a Blind Faith cover). The single and video also did well on Album Rock radio peaking at No.&nbsp;10. The second single "Remember My Name" was a bigger hit hitting No.&nbsp;72 on the Hot 100 and a Top 5 regular on DIAL MTV. Soon after, bassist Chuck Wright and drummer ] left the band.


Promoting Sahara, House of Lords toured with ], did a short tour with ], and a final show with ] and ] at the ] in ].<ref name="Biography">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/biography.html|title= Biography |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 18 August 2015}}</ref> Christian cites this as one of his favorite shows with House of Lords.<ref name="Biography" /> Promoting Sahara, House of Lords toured with ], did a short tour with ], and a final show with ] and ] at the ] in ].<ref name="Biography">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/biography.html|title= Biography |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= August 18, 2015}}</ref> Christian cites this as one of his favorite shows with House of Lords.<ref name="Biography" />


For 1992's release '']'', House of Lords had left BMG.<ref name="Biography" /> Christian says of Demon's Down: ''"This album turned out fabulous. We had a great budget and turned in a beautifully crafted album with great songs, no fillers. I was totally happy with the record and hoped we could really take this album right to the top of the charts."'' Alongside Christian and Giuffria, line up changes for Demons Down consisted of a new drummer ], a new bass player in ] (ex ]), and a new guitar player in Dennis Chick.<ref name="Biography" /> The album spawned two singles, the title track and the ballad "What's Forever For". For 1992's release '']'', House of Lords had left BMG.<ref name="Biography" /> Christian says of ''Demon's Down'': "This album turned out fabulous. We had a great budget and turned in a beautifully crafted album with great songs, no fillers. I was totally happy with the record and hoped we could really take this album right to the top of the charts."{{citation needed|date=July 2021}} Alongside Christian and Giuffria, line-up changes for ''Demons Down'' consisted of a new drummer ], a new bass player in ] (ex ]), and a new guitar player in Dennis Chick (ex-V.V.S.I.).<ref name="Biography" /> The album spawned two singles, the title track and the ballad "What's Forever For".


The arrival of Grunge would impact on the airplay and overall success of Demons Down.<ref name="Biography" /> The band broke up in 1993 despite recording demos to shop for a new label. After the band broke up, guitarist Dennis Chick joined ], the band formed by ] after the break-up of ]. Chick played on both of their studio albums, released in 1993 and 1994.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.seaoftranquility.org/article.php?sid=2835//|title=Sea of Tranquility – Mike Tramp interview}}</ref> James Christian recorded and released "Rude Awakening" and spent a short time in the line up of ].<ref name="Biography" /> The arrival of Grunge would impact on the airplay and overall success of ''Demons Down''.<ref name="Biography" /> The band broke up in 1993 despite recording demos to shop for a new label. After the band broke up, guitarist Dennis Chick joined ], the band formed by ] after the break-up of ]. Chick played on both of their studio albums, released in 1993 and 1994.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.seaoftranquility.org/article.php?sid=2835//|title=Interviews: A Candid Interview with Mike Tramp - Sea of Tranquility - The Web Destination for Progressive Music!|website=Seaoftranquility.org|accessdate=July 19, 2021}}</ref> James Christian recorded and released ''Rude Awakening'',<ref name="LarkinHR"/> and spent a short time in the line-up of ].<ref name="Biography" />


After legal delays over the rights to the band name the group reformed in 2000, featuring an extended line up of Christian, Giuffria, Cordola, Guy, Mary, and Wright, although Guy soon departed. After legal delays over the rights to the band name, the group reformed in 2000, featuring an extended line-up of Christian, Giuffria, Cordola, Guy, Mary, and Wright, although Guy soon departed.


Two years later '']'' was finished but it was 2004 before it was released by ]. The album marked the return of Chuck Wright, Lanny Cordola and Ken Mary, but is the first not to feature Giuffria, who had left the project with keyboard work done by guests ], Allan Okuye, Sven Martin and ]. Directly after The ''Power and the Myth'' was released, Christian released his second solo CD, ''Meet The Man.'' House of Lords contacted Jeff Kent to take over the writing of lyrics and melodies due to the band's lowest scores since its inception. After Jeff Kent was finished, the band scored 96% on the 2006 CD ''World Upside Down'' with 10 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions, and 97% of the 2008 CD ''Come to My Kingdom'' with 13 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions. Two years later '']'' was finished but it was 2004 before it was released by ]. The album marked the return of Chuck Wright, Lanny Cordola and Ken Mary, but is the first not to feature Giuffria, who had left the project with keyboard work done by guests ], Allan Okuye, Sven Martin and ]. Directly after The ''Power and the Myth'' was released, Christian released his second solo CD, ''Meet The Man.'' House of Lords contacted Jeff Kent to take over the writing of lyrics and melodies due to the band's lowest scores since its inception. After Jeff Kent was finished, the band scored 96% on the 2006 CD ''World Upside Down'' with 10 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions, and 97% of the 2008 CD ''Come to My Kingdom'' with 13 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions.
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After a further reunion in 2005 for the Firefest festival in the UK, House of Lords released a new album, '']'', adding songwriter Jeff Kent/melody & lyric writer and keyboardist, guitarist Jimi Bell, bassist ], and drummer B.J. Zampa. Kent also played all the keyboard parts on the 2005 Frontier Record release. After a further reunion in 2005 for the Firefest festival in the UK, House of Lords released a new album, '']'', adding songwriter Jeff Kent/melody & lyric writer and keyboardist, guitarist Jimi Bell, bassist Chris McCarvill, and drummer B.J. Zampa. Kent also played all the keyboard parts on the 2005 Frontier Record release.

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A live album '']'' was released in January 2007. A live album '']'' was released in January 2007.
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On September 18, 2009, the band's seventh studio album '']'' was released. Although bass was recorded by ], ] had rejoined the band following the recording and played bass on the supporting tour for the album in September–November 2009. Jeff Kent produced the album along with Christian, although this time around he did not contribute any songwriting to the album. On September 18, 2009, the band's seventh studio album '']'' was released. Although bass was recorded by ], ] had rejoined the band following the recording and played bass on the supporting tour for the album in September–November 2009. Jeff Kent produced the album along with Christian, although this time around he did not contribute any songwriting to the album.


On July 26, 2011, it was announced that the band would release their eighth studio album ''Big Money'' on September 23, 2011, in Europe and September 27 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']'', including bassist ], and was promoted with a European tour in October 2011, the band's first tour since 2009.<ref name="Big Money">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Big Money – new album |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 13 September 2015}}</ref> On July 26, 2011, it was announced that the band would release their eighth studio album ''Big Money'' on September 23, 2011, in Europe and September 27 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']'', including bassist ], and was promoted with a European tour in October 2011, the band's first tour since 2009.<ref name="Big Money">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Big Money – new album |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= September 13, 2015}}</ref>


James Christian released his third solo album, ''Lay It All On Me'' in 2013.<ref name="Lay It All On Me">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Lay It All On Me|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 13 September 2015}}</ref> James Christian released his third solo album, ''Lay It All On Me'' in 2013.<ref name="Lay It All On Me">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Lay It All On Me|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= September 13, 2015}}</ref>


In 2014 House of Lords released their ninth studio album, Precious Metal. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']''.<ref name="Precious Metal">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Precious Metal|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 13 September 2015}}</ref> In 2014 House of Lords released their ninth studio album, ''Precious Metal''. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']''.<ref name="Precious Metal">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Precious Metal|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= September 13, 2015}}</ref>


In April 2015 it was announced that House of Lords tenth studio album Indestructible would be released in the EU on June 5 and June 9 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']'',<ref name="Indestructible">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Indestructible – new album |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 21 April 2015}}</ref> this line-up celebrating ten years together. In April 2015 it was announced that House of Lords tenth studio album ''Indestructible'' would be released in the EU on June 5 and 9 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album '']'',<ref name="Indestructible">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Indestructible – new album |publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= April 21, 2015}}</ref> this line-up celebrates ten years of togetherness.


According to Christian: ''The name 'Indestructible' was chosen because we all felt that we have been through a lot in our long careers and what better way to say, 'Hey, I'm still here' than by giving the CD a bold title.'' He adds: ''Indestructible features eleven brand new songs... ...The album is heavier in the beginning, but we love songs that are both melodic and heavy, and the idea was to fill the best of both on one CD without sounding like two different bands. I think we have accomplished that.''<ref name="Indestructible album">{{cite web |url= http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/house-of-lords-to-release-indestructible-album-in-june/|title= Indestructible album|publisher= blabbermouth.net |accessdate= 13 September 2015}}</ref> According to Christian: ''The name ''Indestructible'' was chosen because we all felt that we have been through a lot in our long careers and what better way to say, 'Hey, I'm still here' than by giving the CD a bold title.'' He adds: '''Indestructible' features eleven brand new songs... ...The album is heavier in the beginning, but we love songs that are both melodic and heavy, and the idea was to fill the best of both on one CD without sounding like two different bands. I think we have accomplished that.''<ref name="Indestructible album">{{cite web |url= http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/house-of-lords-to-release-indestructible-album-in-june/|title= Indestructible album|date= April 8, 2015|publisher= blabbermouth.net |access-date= September 13, 2015}}</ref>


In addition to announcing an appearance at the Frontiers Rock Festival in Trezzo (MI), Italy on 12 April 2015, jameschristian.com stated 'a European tour in September, with a very special surprise show to be announced soon. More details soon!'<ref name="Indestructible"/> As part of the Indestructible Tour 2015, House of Lords performed in Japan at ] on 10 October 2015. The Indestructible tours started in ], ] on 25 September and concluded on 19 October in ], ]. A U.S. date on 23 October followed.<ref name="Latest News">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Latest News|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |accessdate= 18 August 2015}}</ref> In addition to announcing an appearance at the Frontiers Rock Festival in Trezzo (MI), Italy on April 12, 2015, jameschristian.com stated 'a European tour in September, with a very special surprise show to be announced soon. More details soon!'<ref name="Indestructible"/> As part of the Indestructible Tour 2015, House of Lords performed in Japan at ] on October 10, 2015. The Indestructible tours started in ], ] on September 25 and concluded on October 19 in ], ]. A U.S. date on October 23 followed.<ref name="Latest News">{{cite web |url= http://www.jameschristianmusic.com/home.html|title= Latest News|publisher= jameschristianmusic.com |access-date= August 18, 2015}}</ref>


In January 2017 it was announced that House of Lords eleventh studio album ''''Saint Of The Lost Souls'''' would be released on March 24. According to a Frontiers press release the album was recorded with essentially the same line-up as previous albums, the only change being Chris Tristram replacing Chris McCarvill on bass guitar.<ref name="Saint Of The Lost Souls">{{cite web |url= http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/house-of-lords-to-release-saint-of-the-lost-souls-album-in-march/|title= Saint Of The Lost Souls – new album |publisher= blabbermouth.net|accessdate= 12 January 2017}}</ref> In January 2017 it was announced that House of Lords eleventh studio album ''Saint Of The Lost Souls'' would be released on March 24. According to a Frontiers press release the album was recorded with essentially the same line-up as previous albums, the only change being Chris Tristram replacing Chris McCarvill on bass guitar.<ref name="Saint Of The Lost Souls">{{cite web |url= http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/house-of-lords-to-release-saint-of-the-lost-souls-album-in-march/|title= Saint Of The Lost Souls – new album |date= January 12, 2017 |publisher= blabbermouth.net|access-date= January 12, 2017}}</ref>

https://www.houseoflordsband.com


==Band members== ==Band members==
;Current members '''Current'''
* ] – Lead Vocals, guitar, keyboards <small>(1988–1993, 2000–present)</small> * ] – lead vocals, guitar, keyboards <small>(1988–1993, 2000–present)</small>
* Jimi Bell – Lead Guitar <small>(2005–present)</small> * Jimi Bell – lead guitar <small>(2005–present)</small>
* B.J. Zampa – Drums, backing vocals <small>(2005–present)</small> * B.J. Zampa – drums, backing vocals <small>(2005–present)</small>
* Chris Tristram - Bass <small>(2016–present)</small> * Chris Tristram - bass <small>(2016–present)</small>
⚫ Link to website: https://www.houseoflordsband.com


'''Former Members:''' '''Former'''
* ] – keyboards, backing vocals <small>(1987–1993, 2000–2004, 2006)</small> * ] – keyboards, backing vocals <small>(1987–1993, 2000–2004, 2006)</small>
* ] – drums, backing vocals <small>(1987–1991, 2000–2005)</small> * ] – drums, backing vocals <small>(1987–1991, 2000–2005)</small>
* ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(1987–1991, 2000–2005)</small> * ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(1987–1991, 2000–2005)</small>
* Jeff Batter – Keyboards <small><small>
⚫ * Jeff Kent – keyboards, bass, backing vocals, songwriting <small>(2005–present )</small>
⚫ * BamBam, drums, backing vocals <small>(1993–1994)</small>
* ] – guitar, backing vocals <small>(1987–1990, 2000–2005)</small> * ] – guitar, backing vocals <small>(1987–1990, 2000–2005)</small>
* Robert Marcello – guitar, backing vocals <small>(2009–2010, 2009–2010)</small> * ] - guitar, backing vocals <small>(1990–1991)</small>
* ] – lead vocals <small>(1987–1988)</small>
⚫ * Michael Guy – guitar, backing vocals <small>(1990–1991, 2000)</small>
* Doug Aldrich - guitar, backing vocals <small>(1990–1991))</small>
* ] – drums, backing vocals <small>(1991–1993)</small>
* Dennis Chick – guitar, backing vocals <small>(1992–1993)</small> * Dennis Chick – guitar, backing vocals <small>(1992–1993)</small>
* ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(1991–1993)</small> * ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(1991–1993)</small>
⚫ * ] – drums, backing vocals <small>(1991–1993)</small>
⚫ * Jeff Kent – bass, keyboards, backing vocals, songwriting <small>(2006, 2008)</small>
⚫ * Chris McCarvill – bass, backing vocals <small>(2005–2008, 2009–2015)</small>
* ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(2008–2009)</small> * ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(2008–2009)</small>
* ] – bass, backing vocals <small>(2005–2008, 2009–2015)</small>


==Discography== ==Discography==

===Studio albums=== ===Studio albums===
* '']'' – 1988 (Simmons/]) * '']'' – 1988 (Simmons/])
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* ''Precious Metal'' – 2014 (Frontiers) * ''Precious Metal'' – 2014 (Frontiers)
* ''Indestructible'' – 2015 (Frontiers) * ''Indestructible'' – 2015 (Frontiers)
* ''Saint Of The Lost Souls'' - 2017 (Frontiers) * ''Saint of the Lost Souls'' - 2017 (Frontiers)
* ''New World - New Eyes'' - 2020 (Frontiers)
* ''Saints & Sinners'' - 2022 (Frontiers)
* ''Full Tilt Overdrive '' - 2024. (Frontiers)


===Singles=== ===Singles===
* "I Wanna Be Loved" - 1988 (Simmons/RCA) #58 Hot 100<ref>{{Cite magazine|title=The Hot 100 Chart|url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/hot-100/1989-02-04|access-date=March 25, 2021|magazine=Billboard}}</ref>
* ''I Wanna Be Loved'' - 1988 (Simmons/RCA)
* ''Love Don't Lie'' - 1988 (Simmons/RCA) * "Love Don't Lie" - 1988 (Simmons/RCA)
* '']'' - 1990 (Simmons/RCA/BMG Music) * "]" - 1990 (Simmons/RCA/BMG Music)
* ''Remember My Name'' - 1990 (Simmons/RCA) * "Remember My Name" - 1990 (Simmons/RCA)
* ''Heart On The Line'' - 1991 (Simmons/RCA) * "Heart on the Line" - 1991 (Simmons/RCA)
* ''What's Forever For'' - 1992 (Victory/]) * "What's Forever For" - 1992 (Victory/])
* ''O Father'' - 1992 (Victory/Metronome) * "O Father" - 1992 (Victory/Metronome)


===Compilation albums=== ===Compilation albums===
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==References== ==References==
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American rock band
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House of Lords
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Background information
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresHard rock, glam metal
Years active1987–1993, 2000–present
Labels
MembersJames Christian
Jimi Bell
B.J. Zampa
Chris Tristram
Past membersGregg Giuffria
Ken Mary
Chuck Wright
Lanny Cordola
David Glen Eisley
Michael Guy
Tommy Aldridge
Dennis Chick
Sean McNabb
Matt McKenna
Chris McCarvill
Websitehouseoflordsband.com

House of Lords is an American rock band based in Connecticut, with members in New Jersey and Florida.

History

House of Lords was formed in 1987 by former Angel member and keyboardist Gregg Giuffria following his solo project Giuffria. After listening to demos – originally intended for Giuffria's third record – a record deal with Gene Simmons' company Simmons Records was agreed upon, on two conditions: to change the band's name (to House of Lords) and to recruit a new lead singer (firing David Glen Eisley in the process). James Christian replaced Eisley. Christian was suggested by ex-Giuffria and Quiet Riot bassist Chuck Wright, after having worked together in L.A. Rocks.

House of Lords' eponymous debut was released in 1988, featuring a heavier sound than Giuffria’s and less prominent keyboards. The album received critical acclaim, and the band toured with Cheap Trick, Ozzy Osbourne and the Scorpions in 1989.

The album featured one minor hit, "I Wanna Be Loved" (Hot 100 No. 58). The Stan Bush penned "Love Don't Lie" was the second single but despite MTV airplay, failed to chart. After touring, original guitarist Lanny Cordola left in 1990, replaced by ex Shark Island's Michael Guy.

Their next effort was 1990s Sahara, and featured a list of guest musicians. Other notable contributions to the album came from Doug Aldrich, Rick Nielsen, Chris Impellitteri, Mandy Meyer, David Glen Eisley, Robin Zander, Mike Tramp, Steve Plunkett and Ron Keel. Deliberately more guitar-oriented than the debut, the album hit No. 120 on the charts and in the wake of the successful single "Can't Find My Way Home" (a Blind Faith cover). The single and video also did well on Album Rock radio peaking at No. 10. The second single "Remember My Name" was a bigger hit hitting No. 72 on the Hot 100 and a Top 5 regular on DIAL MTV. Soon after, bassist Chuck Wright and drummer Ken Mary left the band.

Promoting Sahara, House of Lords toured with Nelson, did a short tour with 38 Special, and a final show with Warrant and Tesla at the Universal Amphitheater in Hollywood. Christian cites this as one of his favorite shows with House of Lords.

For 1992's release Demons Down, House of Lords had left BMG. Christian says of Demon's Down: "This album turned out fabulous. We had a great budget and turned in a beautifully crafted album with great songs, no fillers. I was totally happy with the record and hoped we could really take this album right to the top of the charts." Alongside Christian and Giuffria, line-up changes for Demons Down consisted of a new drummer Tommy Aldridge, a new bass player in Sean McNabb (ex Quiet Riot), and a new guitar player in Dennis Chick (ex-V.V.S.I.). The album spawned two singles, the title track and the ballad "What's Forever For".

The arrival of Grunge would impact on the airplay and overall success of Demons Down. The band broke up in 1993 despite recording demos to shop for a new label. After the band broke up, guitarist Dennis Chick joined Freak of Nature, the band formed by Mike Tramp after the break-up of White Lion. Chick played on both of their studio albums, released in 1993 and 1994. James Christian recorded and released Rude Awakening, and spent a short time in the line-up of Manic Eden.

After legal delays over the rights to the band name, the group reformed in 2000, featuring an extended line-up of Christian, Giuffria, Cordola, Guy, Mary, and Wright, although Guy soon departed.

Two years later The Power and the Myth was finished but it was 2004 before it was released by Frontiers Records. The album marked the return of Chuck Wright, Lanny Cordola and Ken Mary, but is the first not to feature Giuffria, who had left the project with keyboard work done by guests Derek Sherinian, Allan Okuye, Sven Martin and Ricky Phillips. Directly after The Power and the Myth was released, Christian released his second solo CD, Meet The Man. House of Lords contacted Jeff Kent to take over the writing of lyrics and melodies due to the band's lowest scores since its inception. After Jeff Kent was finished, the band scored 96% on the 2006 CD World Upside Down with 10 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions, and 97% of the 2008 CD Come to My Kingdom with 13 of Kent's lyrical and melodic compositions.

After a further reunion in 2005 for the Firefest festival in the UK, House of Lords released a new album, World Upside Down, adding songwriter Jeff Kent/melody & lyric writer and keyboardist, guitarist Jimi Bell, bassist Chris McCarvill, and drummer B.J. Zampa. Kent also played all the keyboard parts on the 2005 Frontier Record release.

McCarvill performing with House of Lords at Lorca Rock Festival in 2006

A live album Live in the UK was released in January 2007.

In 2008, the band released their sixth studio album Come to My Kingdom. The album featured the same line-up as World Upside Down, and was produced by frontman James Christian and frequent collaborator Jeff Kent (who played bass prior to McCarvill's joining), who also co-wrote most all of the album's vocal melodies and lyrics. Bassist Chris McCarvill left the band just before the CTMK release due to prior touring commitments with Dokken. He was replaced by Matt McKenna who recorded bass for the band's next album Cartesian Dreams and performed on all the Come to My Kingdom tour dates. The group embarked on a world tour of 39 cities throughout Europe, Brazil, and the United States, commencing between March–July 2008, including main stage performances at Hard in Rio, Rocklahoma and the South Texas Rockfest festivals.

On September 18, 2009, the band's seventh studio album Cartesian Dreams was released. Although bass was recorded by Matt McKenna, Chris McCarvill had rejoined the band following the recording and played bass on the supporting tour for the album in September–November 2009. Jeff Kent produced the album along with Christian, although this time around he did not contribute any songwriting to the album.

On July 26, 2011, it was announced that the band would release their eighth studio album Big Money on September 23, 2011, in Europe and September 27 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album Come to My Kingdom, including bassist Chris McCarvill, and was promoted with a European tour in October 2011, the band's first tour since 2009.

James Christian released his third solo album, Lay It All On Me in 2013.

In 2014 House of Lords released their ninth studio album, Precious Metal. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album Come to My Kingdom.

In April 2015 it was announced that House of Lords tenth studio album Indestructible would be released in the EU on June 5 and 9 in North America. The album was recorded with the same line-up as the 2008 album Come to My Kingdom, this line-up celebrates ten years of togetherness.

According to Christian: The name Indestructible was chosen because we all felt that we have been through a lot in our long careers and what better way to say, 'Hey, I'm still here' than by giving the CD a bold title. He adds: 'Indestructible' features eleven brand new songs... ...The album is heavier in the beginning, but we love songs that are both melodic and heavy, and the idea was to fill the best of both on one CD without sounding like two different bands. I think we have accomplished that.

In addition to announcing an appearance at the Frontiers Rock Festival in Trezzo (MI), Italy on April 12, 2015, jameschristian.com stated 'a European tour in September, with a very special surprise show to be announced soon. More details soon!' As part of the Indestructible Tour 2015, House of Lords performed in Japan at Loudpark 2015 on October 10, 2015. The Indestructible tours started in Helsinki, Finland on September 25 and concluded on October 19 in Pratteln, Switzerland. A U.S. date on October 23 followed.

In January 2017 it was announced that House of Lords eleventh studio album Saint Of The Lost Souls would be released on March 24. According to a Frontiers press release the album was recorded with essentially the same line-up as previous albums, the only change being Chris Tristram replacing Chris McCarvill on bass guitar.

Band members

Current

  • James Christian – lead vocals, guitar, keyboards (1988–1993, 2000–present)
  • Jimi Bell – lead guitar (2005–present)
  • B.J. Zampa – drums, backing vocals (2005–present)
  • Chris Tristram - bass (2016–present)

Former

  • Gregg Giuffria – keyboards, backing vocals (1987–1993, 2000–2004, 2006)
  • Ken Mary – drums, backing vocals (1987–1991, 2000–2005)
  • Chuck Wright – bass, backing vocals (1987–1991, 2000–2005)
  • Lanny Cordola – guitar, backing vocals (1987–1990, 2000–2005)
  • Doug Aldrich - guitar, backing vocals (1990–1991)
  • Dennis Chick – guitar, backing vocals (1992–1993)
  • Sean McNabb – bass, backing vocals (1991–1993)
  • Tommy Aldridge – drums, backing vocals (1991–1993)
  • Jeff Kent – bass, keyboards, backing vocals, songwriting (2006, 2008)
  • Chris McCarvill – bass, backing vocals (2005–2008, 2009–2015)
  • Matt McKenna – bass, backing vocals (2008–2009)

Discography

Studio albums

Singles

  • "I Wanna Be Loved" - 1988 (Simmons/RCA) #58 Hot 100
  • "Love Don't Lie" - 1988 (Simmons/RCA)
  • "Can't Find My Way Home" - 1990 (Simmons/RCA/BMG Music)
  • "Remember My Name" - 1990 (Simmons/RCA)
  • "Heart on the Line" - 1991 (Simmons/RCA)
  • "What's Forever For" - 1992 (Victory/Metronome)
  • "O Father" - 1992 (Victory/Metronome)

Compilation albums

Live albums

Billboard chart

Title Chart Peak
Position
House of Lords U.S. Billboard 200 78
Sahara U.S. Billboard 200 121

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