Rich Ward has carved a name for himself as guitarist, songwriter and founding member of Stuck Mojo, a band that to date has released seven critically acclaimed albums, pioneered the fusion of reggae, rap and metal that would open the doors for what would become nu-metal and toured the world a dozen times.
As well as Stuck Mojo, Rich is also the guitarist and founding member of the band Fozzy, which features WWE superstar Chris Jericho. Originally labeled as the world's greatest metal covers band, the buzz surrounding them grew so rapidly that before they knew it a deal was in place, fan base was swelling rapidly and they were working on their next album. Four years and three albums later, Fozzy is still going strong.
Where Stuck Mojo and Fozzy are instantly recognizable by Ward's brutal riffage, The Duke takes a more melodic approach and focus on the song writing. Tracks like "Used To Be", "Running" and "Show You The Way" show the maturity of Ward as a songwriter. "My Kung-Fu Is Good" also sees Rich take up vocal duty to what will surely establish him as not only a guitar hero but also a brilliant singer and songwriter.
"The Duke aka Rich Ward rips and his shit fuckin' slams. He can play like nobody's business and with his balls to the floor. Rich is one of the great player/songwriters of our time and he's good people as well."
- Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society and Ozzy Osbourne band)
"Rich Ward has crafted an excellent fusion of good,
old-fashioned rock energy with modern riffs, melodic elements and dynamic arrangements. I don't think I've heard it all put together so well ever before. In short, IT ROCKS"
- Wolf Hoffmann (ACCEPT)
"This guy is great"!
- Howard Stern
"This album will surely establish Rich "The Duke" Ward as not only a guitar hero but also a brilliant singer and songwriter".
- Blabbermouth.net
"Ward owns every stage that he steps onto and is arguably one of the best performers in rock".
- Metal Edge
"The Duke's debut album, My Kung Fu Is Good, is simply an amazing mix of melody, music and heartfelt lyrics. This is a musical journey that everyone should bare witness to".
- Powerplay
"Evolution and growth that exceeds most of the rock acts currently cluttering the airwaves".
- Billboard
"The guy writes money tracks, with killer chorus' and hooks".
- Dan Donegan (Disturbed)
Hey brother hope you're rocking hard. You definitely need to work out less, drink more and eat more pies . Stop looking so good for fucks sake! Be like me! Hope to see you and the boys again soon. Always a pleasure , never a chore.
Thanks for the add buddy =) I like Sammy Hagar too, just didn't list Van Halen because I wasn't familiar with a whole lot of their material =) Escape is a great album, I was wondering when someone was going to list favorite albums =) My favorite floyd album is somewhere between Momentary Lapse of Reason (David Gilmour respectively) The Wall/Dark Side of The Moon hard to pick =) Take care, I look forward to hearing the new Stuck Mojo and i'll tell my friend Art about the new Fozzy =) Cool site backround by the way.
Ok, gotta follow rich on twitter. I'm trying to get use to that site. But for Rich, anything! HEY, also. I have a new site for promoting all bands. I do hope you accept the friends request. It's from Streeter Promotions. I've had my request in for awhile.
How the hell are ya Rich!! Love the new profile pic!! Keep on rockin man!! Hope to catch up with you soon! The midwest is waiting for your return! Trust me! Tons of Mojo fans here!
Riiiiich! :D *hugs* I miss you!! So very much!! All of you guys!! The new Mojo album kicks ASS! :) I'm hoping that you can make it back down around here sometime... three years is way too long mister! ;) Talk soon! --Kristina! :)
Hey you!! How have you been..I hope good. I got some bird pictures to send to you and the mrs. I think you will like..For some reason they always love me and visit often. I'll send them to you.. ;) Hope to see you soon, Kathy
open w/music from DEADLIFERUIN THE CLASSIC CRIME "Abracadavers" (Tooth & Nail) CAPITAL LIGHTS "Outrage" (Tooth & Nail) IVORYLINE "Hearts and Minds" (Tooth & Nail) GIRL IN A COMA "Their Cell" (Blackheart) MORRISSEY "Im Thorwing My Arms Around Paris" (Decca) THE PRODIGY "Omen" (Cooking Vinyl) UNEARTH "My Will Be Done" (Metal Blade) STUCK MOJO "Not Promisde Tomorrow" (Century Media) closingg credits w/music from ALL THAT REMAINS "Chiron"
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