Freak of Nature was a hard rock band formed in the early 1990s, fronted by Danish vocalist Mike Tramp following the breakup of his internationally successful group, White Lion. Seeking a heavier, grittier sound and a more collaborative band dynamic, Tramp began putting together the new project in Los Angeles, California. Guitarist Oliver Steffensen, who had played with Tramp in the pre–White Lion band Mabel, joined him in the initial stages. The early lineup also included bassist Jerry Best, guitarist Kenny Korade, and drummer Johnny Haro, setting the foundation for the group’s recording and touring years.
The band’s self-titled debut album, Freak of Nature, was released in 1993 on Music for Nations. It showcased a rawer edge than Tramp’s previous work, with most of the songwriting coming from Tramp and Steffensen. Not long after the album’s completion, Steffensen departed and was replaced by Dennis Chick. The debut release was supported by tours across Europe and Japan, allowing the band to establish a dedicated fan base despite limited mainstream exposure in the U.S.
In 1994, Freak of Nature issued their second studio album, Gathering of Freaks. Produced by Phil Kaffel, this release climbed to number 66 on the UK Albums Chart, marking the band’s only appearance on a major chart. Songs from the album carried the same hard rock intensity but expanded lyrically into broader themes. Around this time, guitarist Kenny Korade left the group and was replaced by Marcus Nand. The band continued to tour heavily, particularly in Europe, performing both festival and club dates.
Between the second and third albums, Freak of Nature recorded material for what would eventually become Outcasts, a compilation of B-sides, demos, and unreleased tracks. Released in 1998, three years after the band had officially disbanded, the album served as a final document of their creative output. The recordings on Outcasts reflected the transitional phases of the group’s lineup, as well as their willingness to experiment beyond the core sound heard on their first two records.
Complete List Of Freak Of Nature Songs From A to Z
- ’92 – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Are You Ready – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Are You Ready? – Outcasts – 1998 (compilation – alternate version)
- Big Black Hole – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Blame it on the Fool – Outcasts – 1998
- Can’t Find My Way – Outcasts – 1998
- Candle – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Dead and Gone – Outcasts – 1998
- Disturbing the Peace – Outcasts – 1998
- Enemy – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Get It Yourself – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- I Regret – Outcasts – 1998
- If – Outcasts – 1998
- If I Leave – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Love Was Here – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Need – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- One Love – Outcasts – 1998
- Open Space – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- People – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Possessed – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Possessed – Outcasts – 1998 (compilation – alternate version)
- Powerless – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Raping the Cradle – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Rescue Me – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Stand Back – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- The Parting – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- The Tree – Gathering of Freaks – 1994
- Turn the Other Way – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Turn the Other Way – Outcasts – 1998 (compilation – acoustic version)
- Wartime – Outcasts – 1998
- What Am I – Freak of Nature – 1993
- What am I – Outcasts – 1998 (compilation – acoustic version)
- Where Can I Go – Freak of Nature – 1993
- Where You Belong – Outcasts – 1998
- World Doesn’t Mind – Freak of Nature – 1993
Albums
Freak of Nature (1993): 11 songs
Gathering of Freaks (1994): 11 songs
Outcasts (1998): 13 songs (compilation – 3 repeats/alternates from previous albums, 10 new songs)
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