DOKKEN - Under Lock and KeY 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Under Lock and Key" is the 3rd album by heavy metal band Dokken, released on November 9, 1985.

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DOKKEN - UNDER LOCK AND KEY 12" Vinyl LP
Album Full Description:  "Dokken - Under Lock and Key" is a heavy metal album released in 1985 by the American band Dokken. It was the band's third studio album and one of their most successful, peaking at number 32 on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album features the classic Dokken lineup of Don Dokken on vocals, George Lynch on guitar, Jeff Pilson on bass, and Mick Brown on drums. The album's sound is characterized by Lynch's guitar work, which blends heavy riffs and melodic solos with Dokken's soaring vocals and catchy hooks. The album's lead single, "In My Dreams," became one of Dokken's biggest hits, reaching number 24 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Other standout tracks include the anthemic "It's Not Love," the upbeat "The Hunter," and the powerful ballad "Will the Sun Rise." Lyrically, the album deals with themes of love, heartbreak, and personal struggles, with Don Dokken's emotive vocals conveying a sense of passion and intensity throughout. The album's production is also noteworthy, with a polished sound that showcases the band's musicianship and songwriting abilities. Overall, "Dokken - Under Lock and Key" is a classic heavy metal album that remains a fan favorite to this day. It captures the band at the peak of their powers, delivering powerful and memorable songs that showcase their unique sound and style.

Music Genre:

Heavy Metal Music
Collector's info: This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by Dokken and band-photo of Dokken. 
Album Production: Produced by Neil Kernon and Michael Wagener, Double Trouble Productions Inc.
Recorded at Amigo Studios, North Hollywood, CA.
Photography: Mark "Weiss Guy" Weiss
Record Label: Elektra 960 458-1 / EKT 28
Record Format:12" Vinyl LP Gramophone
Year & Country  1985 Made in Germany

Collector notes:

  • Michael Wagener – Producer, Sound Engineer Michael Wagener is a legendary music producer and sound engineer, known for crafting the signature sounds of hard rock and heavy metal. He co-founded Accept before shifting to production, working with top bands like Metallica, Skid Row, and Dokken. His powerful, polished mixes defined an era of rock.
    Read his biography

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    Band Members and Musicians on: Dokken Under Lock and Key
      Band-members, Musicians and Performers
    • Don Dokken - Vocals
    • George Lynch - Guitars
    • Jeff Pilson - Bass
    • Mick Brown - Drums

    Band Member / Musician Bio:

    Don Dokken — Lead Vocals

    Don Dokken was the velvet hammer of 1980s heavy metal—an L.A. singer who could croon like a lover and roar like a street fighter. He formed Dokken in the late ’70s and rode the neon wave of the decade straight into MTV’s heavy rotation. While others posed with Aqua Net, Don crafted melodies that cut through George Lynch’s molten riffs, making power ballads sound dangerous and arena anthems feel personal. He was the heart in a genre that often worshipped only muscle.

    • Primary Role – Lead Vocals
    • Country – USA
    • Years Active – 1978–present
    • Bands – Dokken, Don Dokken
    • Associated Acts – War & Peace, Hear ’n Aid
    Selected Discography
    • Dokken – “Tooth and Nail” (1984)
    • Dokken – “Under Lock and Key” (1985)
    • Dokken – “Back for the Attack” (1987)
    • Don Dokken – “Up from the Ashes” (1990)

    Band Member / Musician Bio:

    George Lynch — Guitars

    George Lynch wasn’t just Dokken’s guitarist—he was a fire-breathing dragon in six-string form. His riffs snarled, his solos screamed, and every note seemed to straddle the line between chaos and control. In the 1980s, while other players were drowning in hairspray, Lynch carved his legend with tone, technique, and a streak of rebellion. He was the mad scientist of metal guitar, and Dokken’s music burned brighter because of his combustible presence.

    • Primary Role – Lead Guitar
    • Country – USA
    • Years Active – 1970s–present
    • Bands – Dokken, Lynch Mob, Xciter
    • Associated Acts – Hear ’n Aid, KXM, Sweet & Lynch
    Selected Discography
    • Dokken – “Tooth and Nail” (1984)
    • Dokken – “Under Lock and Key” (1985)
    • Dokken – “Back for the Attack” (1987)
    • Lynch Mob – “Wicked Sensation” (1990)

    Band Member / Musician Bio:

    Jeff Pilson — Bass Guitar / Vocals

    Jeff Pilson was the secret weapon in Dokken’s arsenal: a bassist who played with muscle but sang with finesse. He didn’t just hold down the low end; he added soaring harmonies that made the choruses stick in your skull. During the 1980s, Pilson drifted through bands like a restless soul, always chasing the next hook or harmony. He was the glue in Dokken’s classic lineup, a musician who understood that metal could be both ferocious and melodic.

    • Primary Role – Bass Guitar / Vocals
    • Country – USA
    • Years Active – 1980s–present
    • Bands – Dokken, War & Peace, Rock Justice
    • Associated Acts – McAuley Schenker Group, Dio, Foreigner
    Selected Discography
    • Dokken – “Tooth and Nail” (1984)
    • Dokken – “Under Lock and Key” (1985)
    • Dokken – “Back for the Attack” (1987)
    • War & Peace – “Time Capsule” (1989, demos later released)

    Band Member / Musician Bio:

    Mick Brown — Drums

    Mick Brown, nicknamed “Wild” for good reason, was Dokken’s rhythmic engine. In an era when drummers often played it safe, Brown hit with both swing and brutality, his backbeat the thunder under Lynch’s lightning. He was more than just timekeeper—he was the band’s secret weapon, equal parts groove and wrecking ball. On stage, he looked like he might knock over the kit, but in the studio he nailed the precision that made Dokken’s records roar through stadiums and stereos alike.

    • Primary Role – Drums
    • Country – USA
    • Years Active – 1970s–2019
    • Bands – Dokken, Lynch Mob, Ted Nugent Band
    • Associated Acts – Xciter, Hear ’n Aid
    Selected Discography
    • Dokken – “Tooth and Nail” (1984)
    • Dokken – “Under Lock and Key” (1985)
    • Dokken – “Back for the Attack” (1987)
    • Lynch Mob – “Wicked Sensation” (1990)
    Complete Track Listing of: Dokken Under Lock and Key
      Songs:
    • Unchain The Night
    • The Hunter
    • In My Dreams
    • Slipping Away
    • Lightning Strikes Again
    • It's Not Love
    • Jaded Heart
    • Don't Lie To Me
    • Will The Sun Rise
    • Till The Living End

     

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    DOKKEN - Beast from the East

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    Elektra EKR 37(T) / 966854 , 1985 , GB

    This EP includes the hit single "In My Dreams" and other tracks from the album "Under Lock and Key," as well as "Alone Again" from their previous album. The EP showcases the band's signature sound, with Don Dokken's emotive vocals and George Lynch's impressive guitar work. The vinyl format provides an authentic listening experience and a nostalgic look back at Dokken's 1980s heyday.

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    DOKKEN - Under Lock and Key 12" LP
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    Elektra 960 458-1 / EKT 28 , 1985 , Germany

    "Under Lock and Key" is the 3rd studio album by American heavy metal band Dokken, released in 1985. The album features hits like "The Hunter," "In My Dreams," and "It's Not Love," showcasing the band's signature sound of heavy riffs, soaring vocals, and catchy hooks. The album's production is clean and polished, elevating the band's musicianship and songwriting abilities.

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