- Country: Ukraine
- Style: Progressive metalcore
- Relase date: 7 February 2025
Duél sees Jinjer at their most unyielding and focused—melding gut-punch grooves, intricate riffwork, and Tatiana’s versatile vocals to craft a fiercely emotional statement. Rooted deeply in the turmoil of war and displacement, the album channels both personal and national anguish into tightly honed, knife-edged metal. From the kinetic opener to melancholy cuts like Green Serpent and full-throttle anthems like Fast Draw, the record is a volatile ride across contrasts: aggression softened by melody, fragmentation undercut by polish. Critics and fans alike have lauded its pounding execution and artistic intensity. Yet beneath the fire lies a subtle critique—it doesn’t break new ground, instead refining a template Jinjer have used before. Despite this, Duél solidifies the band’s distinctive sound and emotional footprint, offering raw power and precision in equal measure.