Mortality, a subject explored limitlessly in culture. Moving as far back as the beginning of man, the idea of our own mortality has been questioned in a universal language. Independent of borders the idea is a unifiying principle among man. Known for its unforgiving nature cancer is a remorseless illness. Befriending one fan after his incarceration in Prague, Randy Blythe, was contacting by one Wayne. Battling the all too familiar battle with cancer for a short period the two became friends until sadly there came news of Wayne’s passing. Among the many conversations had whilst recording their follow up VII : Sturm Und Drang one would be regarding potential singing on the record. Returning with their ferocious comeback Lamb of God astounded the world once more. Wanting to create more than just an extra track “The Duke” was born, a record that surpasses a simple dedication.