His emotional connection to his music ads another layer to his greatness

"Take Hold Of The Flame" from that Live In Tokyo DVD is still probably the single greatest live rock performance of all time

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@mindcrime420

3 жыл бұрын

Can't argue check out candlebox Kevin Martin live in Seattle

@timothyholmes4588

3 жыл бұрын

take hold of the flame is a great live performance.

@vigniraristeingrimsson777

3 жыл бұрын

I am hooked on that consert in Tokyo 84...that concert is probably among the top live performance ever made. cudos from iceland

@faithfulpatriot4008

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! my brother. No one can hold a candle to Geoff Tate. Best singer Rockers have ever had the privilege of hearing.

Back in '1999, my old band was talking to the 2 ladies running the merch booth at the Queensryche show for quite a while. Turns out it was Geoff's wife and tour manager, Anita. They then asked if we wanted to come meet the band and hang with them after the show. We did and then got asked to hang with them again at consecutive shows. After hearing our demo,we got offered a 2 week spot to open for them. All was working toward it and we were ready to go......until our band had internal fighting and broke apart. At least Queensryche and their whole crew were awesome people to hang out with. ....

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, man! What a bummer! Glad to hear Queensryche was made up of cool folks.

@timothyholmes4588

3 жыл бұрын

you guys must have been pretty good

Geoff Tate phenomenal singer

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

The thing about Geoff Tate is it isn't just about the range of his voice, because LaTorre and other singers can hit and sustain all those high notes Tate has to be cautious about nowadays - but it's the tone and timbre and emotion of his voice. It's like the difference people can hear between a newly made violin and a classic Stradivarius.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@Mr100Rupees

2 жыл бұрын

This ☝️

@AI_Talks_About_The_Bible

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, even with his 2 Sweet Oblivion recordings, it’s still Geoff carrying it.

@johnwilson2414

Жыл бұрын

You compared Tate and LaTorre. Tate is a baritone and was capable of hitting the E-5, LaTorre is a tenor therefore it is much easier for him to hit that E-5. Tate most likely can not hit those notes anymore, but there is more to it than just notes. Tate sings with emotions that very few can. Without Geoff and Chris queensryche is nothing more than a clone of iron maiden.

@texan996

9 ай бұрын

@@johnwilson2414 Spot on! And compare Tate & La Torre at their same age too. La Torre is 15 years younger. Tate is in his mid 60s.

I saw Queensryche in Indianapolis in February of 2000 and was absolutely blown away by not only the band but by Geoff Tate. He is one of a kind and he delivers his lyrics like he is experiencing the pain in real time. He is my fav.

Geoff is my favorite singer of all time and his lyrics were phenomenal. Like all great bands, every musician in that group were incredible in their own right. They had the incredible chemistry.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

Queensryche was one of the most profound concerts I have ever been to. Geoff Tate's stagecraft and amazing voice simply took me to a place I have never been, it was profound. I must say it was almost like a religious experience :) When they finished up with silent lucidity it was awesome. At 56 I still listen to this band weekly and thanks for doing this piece.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff! Rock on!

Operation Mindcrime is a musical masterpiece, it totally blew my socks off when I first listened to it. And I still have it on CD...yes CD! Keep rockin' Ken.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

It was majestic!!

@fortj3

3 жыл бұрын

@@kentamplin I don't believe in love was the first song I heard from Mindcrime, when it came out. I immediately bought it and was treated to the most amazing rock masterpiece ever. Eyes of a Stranger is without peer.

@johnskerlec9663

3 жыл бұрын

I've also still got my Cassette Tape of this album. Great Album, yes.

@jenniferoxley7334

3 жыл бұрын

Me, too and seen them live 3x

@nerdiousmaximus2222

2 жыл бұрын

I must have bought this cassette 3 or 4 times because I listened to it non stop and it was the preferred music for my deck to eat

Vocal g o a t. Range, power, emotion unmatched. Have seen him rock arenas and small clubs. Gives his all in every show. Just this year saw the full Rage & Empire set, still amazing. Halford, Dio, Mercury all a close second but Tate is the goat.

IMO Chris DeGarmo’s vocals were integral to the Queensryche sound. Especially live, the band was never as great without his playing and his vocal contributions. 😔

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, HMH!

@gregoriodecker2692

3 жыл бұрын

Let's not forget his writing skills

@faithfulpatriot4008

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Queensryche was the epitome of perfection!

@cyclonus01

2 жыл бұрын

Actually his vocals are pretty subpar. There is a song on HITNF album where he's the lead singer and he has zero range. He's also responsible for the travesty that is that album.

@carybrauer9669

Жыл бұрын

Chris DeGarmo would have been a lead singer in any other band, except Queensryche. Chris has a great voice, no doubt. His back up vocals were amazing. It was like nothing was lost.

Operation Mindcrime is THE masterpiece in Rock history. I was glad to see them live with their Operation Mindcrime / Empire tour in the early 90s in Germany. Suite Sister Mary live was the best I've ever heard to date.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Marcotronic!

Been following Queensryche since 1988 and seen them live over 20 times and wish it was 1000. Had the honor of meeting Geoff before a show in 2005 and told him how important their music was to me and that his voice and lyrical ability to me is the best ever. He was humble in his response and just showed a tremendous amount of class and sincerity. A true great.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

I've seen Queensryche 13 times and Geoff twice. My favorite band ever and my favorite singer ever. Of course his range is amazing. He has a tremendous rich undertone as well. His voice is kind of addictive like chocolate. You get a taste and find yourself wanting more. He is a master of his craft. He plays to the fans. His vibrato is great. His ability to announce words so perfectly whether he's singing with power or with the smooth chocolate is amazing. A MASTER FOR SURE!

I saw Queensryche perform with Dream Theater in Seattle. At the end of the show they mixed the bands up and performed each others songs. Hearing Geoff sing Dream Theater tunes was one of the greatest concert experiences I've ever had. Stunning singing, stunning playing, and overall a fantastic show.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

How cool was that?!

@adam872

3 жыл бұрын

I went to the Houston show on that tour and the above was definitely a highlight.

Geoff Tate is a phenomenal singer and performer. I never saw them live, but this band was unique. They had a sound that separated them from others. I can listen to Geoff Tate sing all day.

@brotheraugustine

3 жыл бұрын

He's got a new project, Sweet Oblivion, that sounds more like old Queensryche than modern Queensryche does.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@fortj3

3 жыл бұрын

@@brotheraugustine I bought that CD. I like it.

Everything makes Geoff great.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Haha! That about covers it!

One of the most phenomenal things about Queensreiche with Geoff Tate was his sound. He has such a specific sound and his vocals are so hard to duplicate. Operation Mindcrime was just out of this world great. The band as a whole was 100% on delivery

@johnhernandez7666

2 жыл бұрын

My favorite song by far would have to be Take hold of the flame.

Geoff is magnetic like a ball of frenzied energy always moving. His mannerism on stage is captivating. Of course his vocal range is amazing but his true gift is his dramatic stage performances. Its not overstated either he balances his high energy kicks spins etc with the softness of sensuality. He's very imaginative in his gestures. At times watching him in concert makes me feel like I'm in a full balcony theater watching some great opera to make me cry. No other heavy metal band has this effect on me. He is the greatest singer of his era.😱😱😱😱😱😱💗💗💗💗💗💗

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thoughts! Rock on Flynn!

His tone is what makes him special. The live in Tokyo ‘84 concert (especially Take Hold of the Flame) may be the greatest live performance I’ve ever heard. Why does he remind me of Elvis??

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Rock on, Steve!

@hammerhead43074

3 жыл бұрын

I agree and have said it several times over the years! Fucking awesome!

@fortj3

3 жыл бұрын

All members of Queensryche are phemomenal musicians. The duo of Chris DeGarmo and Michael Wilton on guitars, The amazing Eddie Jackson on bass, Scott Rockenfield's brilliant drumming, and Geoff Tate's vocal mastery made them a once in a lifetime band. Their brilliant songwriting didn't hurt, either.

@shonbarton3571

2 жыл бұрын

It was a great performance but i wish he would have followed thru on that super high note in the beginning of Take hold of the flame! What an amazing band they were!

@jamesthecat

Жыл бұрын

@@shonbarton3571 I know what you mean, but I think that's a really tough transition!!

Everything. The emotion, power, conviction, Range. From the Subtle and beautiful like Anybody listening? To deep and emotional NO Sactuary. He doesn't take songs off. The entire Rage for Order album is a masterclass in singing. Neue Ragal, The Whisper and London are a display of talent and feeling. While I Will remember is haunting in its honesty and simplicity. Just a pure story teller.

Geoff Tate is just one of the greatest male singers of all time. Love your voice and channel too. When I started singing Geoff was my idol. I tried to emulate him as much as possible. In a way I think ive found my voice now, but still can hear his influence background. But I got to admit, he is still better than me 😁. Live Evolution blew my mind. That quality is out of this world

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

Geoff Tate is one of the most powerful vocalists of all time. It’s not only about his amazing vocal range and his beautiful unique voice. It’s also very much about the way he puts emotions in his singing. He transfers the feeling of pain for example when sings the word pain. He sings with his whole heart and soul. And that makes him a very special singer and artist.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed! Thanks, Dada!

He's def one of the best and influential in vocal styling. I've seen him do a great acoustic show and a solo full band performance in recent years. I'm happy to say he can still deliver the songs well after all these years!!

I have seen them live and their concert was the best I have seen, while acting out the songs Tate’s vocals carried & stood alone hardly any backing vocals. being a baritone and hitting the high notes was incredible

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

GEOFF is outstanding. Another versatile singer and he understands how to use his gifts.Some singers rely on playing it safe, not Geoff...he always seems to expand his vocals.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

"Jet City Woman"gives me the chills,must be his vibrato and tonality.Great songwriters!I saw him in upstate NY about 25 years ago, great show.

What’s not for love about Geoff Tate vocals, he is just fantastic. Highs and lows, fantastic interpreter. He is definitely one of a kind, my top 3 rock fav: Geoff Tate, Ronnie James Dio and Rob Halford 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

I`ve seen Queensryche live at the Hammersmith Odeon in London. It was the Empire tour. Geoff Tate has created his own style. All those dinamics he applies when singing, low, middle and high range tones plus the performance emotion makes him probably the best in the business. I love the whole band too.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

I remember debating in the late 80's who had the best voice. I said Steve Perry and they mentioned this guy who I never heard of....until I listen to Operation Mindcrime....was hooked ever since.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening. Rock on!

I saw them live in 1991. They had released Empire but the tour was Operation Mindcrime. Literally the best concert that I have been to. The video screens explaining the story with the band playing along with it. Never seen anything like it before that time. I went to every concert that came to town.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

Saw Queensryche at Monster of Rock in Modena in 1991. Best live performance ever.

Geoff Tate and Roy Kahn are my two top singers I have ever heard, both progressive metal type singers with fantastic range

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Great ones!

@sopwithsnoopy8779

4 жыл бұрын

Both of their replacements... Todd La Torre and Tommy Karevik, are no slouches either :)

@jeffwolinski2659

3 жыл бұрын

Yes to Roy Khan! More people need to know about him, I don't think anyone sings with more intensity and passion and lives inside a song like Khan. And Tate is amazing of course.

@Kinetic_Force

3 жыл бұрын

I've always thought as Geoff Tate as being one of the best vocalist of all-time in that genre. But, the best singer I have ever heard is Dimash.

@serjparter1609

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kinetic_Force ok. So let' s Dimash sing some hard things from Queensryche! I would like to see this. Or some things from Helloween or even Iron Maiden.

Geoff Tate is one of the best singers I’ve ever heard

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

He is indeed!

Even after all these years his vocals from the Live In Tokyo recording still makes the hair on my arms stand up .

One of the most overlooked singers ever. Even in the upper registers, he had a power and depth that very few have ever had. When you can sing in registers so high that you're attracting small animals backstage but your voice still has balls, that's pretty amazing to me.

His rich baritone with his phrasing...there's just no one else who sounds like Tate. First time I saw Queenryche live was the Building Empires tour in '91. I was already blown away by Tate's voice but not only was the whole show unbeliveably great (Operation:Mindcrime in its entirty with the video screens telling the story and the light show, etc) but Tate himself was amazing. Too bad you couldn't show clips from the Operation Livecrime release. I've seen him live 11 or 12 times now and Tate is usally pitch perfect live and he impossibly sounds better the longer he sings. He's the only singer I know of who is consistantly performing 1.5hr+ shows. He still has it in his early 60s, even after decades of constant touring. The past few years I've been seeing amateur video where he's hitting those mythical heights. Can't wait to see him live again!

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for weighing in, rbrebrook!

For me it was the whole Empire Album. The song writing the production Was top notch. Seen them at Harpos before they got big in 1982, and of course Though the mind crime , empire tours. Chris Degarmo & Geoff Tate Do not get their fair share of accolades as some other duo's. Probably one of the last great bands before the music industry changed. Thank you KT. Stay safe

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, David L! Rock on!

@Deetroiter

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, Harpos detroit?

Greatest live vocalist and band ever!! That’s all!!

you're great Ken, your vids are awesome !

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Fortunately I have seen them multiple times and never have been disappointed. Some shows better than others! Met Geoff and he was a genuinely nice and sincere person. My all time favorite vocalist.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that!

Queen of the Ryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyche!!!!!!!!

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

I can hear you!

@fortj3

3 жыл бұрын

She's coming for you.....

Ive loved queensryche ever since ive heard rhem from uncle who passed but his voice and music was so different. I went to a live concert in salt lake city in early 2000's and i loved his show. My favorite song is i dont believe in love and i rock to queensryche with geoff tate only. He is the one and only quuensryche and will only listen when he is singing. Great voice and l still have the tahirt and necklace i purchased from that concert. Love ya Geoff❤️❤️

Hey Ken, my name is Stewart. I'm in Naples Florida. I'm using my wife's account in his prime. Jeff Tate was literally the best singer I have ever heard in my life as far as rock Pavarotti was the best as far as opera... I saw Pavarotti in Central Park and it was an experience. I will never forget. Best to you, you have a good one😊

I have recently came across your channel, and I have been on a binge. I'm so sad to hear you say that you had not seen them live. I haven't been to see them since they split. I last saw them in 1993. When they played live, it was like listening to their recordings. I saw them live three times, each concert had security everywhere. Last concert was in Peoria, IL. I was so disappointed with the crowd, it was s like no one knew how to yell for an encore. I was just about escorted out for not remaining in my assigned seat. I would work my way to front center stage section, would be ok until I woulbstand in the chair to sing and dance. The crowd was just bumps on a log...not too enthusiastic and not too energetic. But the band was spot on like always. Shameful that two people screaming for an encore couldn't make it happen.

I have literally seen them live over a dozen times. I remember the first headline tour of Mindcrime. It was about as close to a religious experience as possible. To this day I get a chill up and down my body when I hear old Queensryche. The whole original band were just insanely talented and creative.

This band is phenomenal, Queensryche, Chirs DeGarmo, Geoff Tate, one of my favorite of all time 🎸🎸🎸 From EP to Empire album in addition the LiveCrime live concert is masterpiece

I saw Geoff Tate on his tour closer and on his birthday (1/14/23). He just owned that stage and even though this was the closer for the tour still could belt out the set strong from start to finish. I was so very impressed that he's kept up his ability into his 60's.

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC YOU HIT THE NAIL TOTALLY ON THE HEAD THANK YOU KEN

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Geoff Tate, the most under rated vocalist ever, unless you hear them live and felt a band play that tight. You won't understand it. Listen to "Operation Mindcrime" front to back. The best concept album and an interesting story in it.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

I remember listening to Queensryche at school and feeling like I was the only one who knew about them. Then they hit my town on the Rage for Order tour and suddenly everyone was wearing the logo. Yeah, I was listening to them before it was cool! I recently introduced my wife to their '80s music and she can't get enough of Geoff. Silent Lucidity introduced her to the band, and it was great to expand their audience, but it's far from their best song.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

Geoff tate, simply the Best. I saw them live in Portugal. Just unforgettable

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

One of my favourite singers back in the 80s. Thanks ken I’ll watch it now. I know you analysed him before and you went into great detail. Great image quality in this video btw.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

Saw Queensrych, in 2006 they did a "Operation Mind Crime" Show in Knoxville Tn . The show was most excellent. Tate and Halford and Dio . Are the best Opera style singers .. Dio is part of the "Operation Mind Crime". This is the only show I have seen of Tate .. Awsome range and showmanship. If concerts come around again in this day in age .. I will go see Tate again .

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

I would too!

Tate,in a league by himself. My fav. So emotional n theatrical n dark I love it. . Ty quennsryche.🌿🌿

I was actually going to suggest Queensryche to you until I saw this! They opened up for Metallica when the Justice for All album came out. I saw them at Dayton Hara Arena. Operation Mindcrime was one of my favorite albums of all time! Geoff Tate's voice just drew me in plus the whole sound of the album put me in a trance. It was like they were telling a story through song like Pink Floyd.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for listening!

I do like Geoff Tate that high range vibrato is awesome and hes definately living in the moment of the song!!!

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Vocality 👍👍👍

Thanks for doing Geoff Tate, Ken. Queensryche is one of my favorites, and I agree that *_Operation: Mindcrime_* is a true masterpiece of Progressive Rock. My first Prog bands were RUSH! & Kansas at age 14, so QR is in great company. In this age of "instant everything" I still relish listening to these bands' albums (well, lossless FLAC files, lol) from start to finish. Great video & it's a highlight to hear you sing some of the vocally gymnastic parts during your commentary. It's obvious you love the music & teaching. Kindred spirits, we are. 🎶 🤟

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

Thanks for doing this Ken, for me Geoff Tate was the best combo of power, range and quality tones. Even today his voice is pretty good!

I saw Queensryche multiple times and what struck me was how emotive Geoff was in delivering the songs. His performance pulled you in like a great book or movie.

You should review Ray Alder of Fates Warning. The way he’s gone from crazy high to this modern rock range is amazing. He’s seriously underrated. And when you hear him sing with Todd on Take Hold Of The Flame.. you kinda wish Ray was singing with QR instead

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, Daniel!

@RaymondJansen

3 жыл бұрын

That is for sure the most underrated singer. I love Ray's voice. The way he uses his voice even now he doesn't sing as high.

@mvunit3

3 жыл бұрын

@@kentamplin - This unfortunately will not get many views or huge likes, because still today, Fates Warning (note: Are considered the 2nd founder of Prog Metal next to QR) are very very underrated, if its the years with the unique vocals of John Arch (and now with FW's sister band "Arch/Matheos"), and then with Ray Alder. Ray had a great range for the 1st 5 albums, and then it matured (personally, I think better than Tate) but still solid vocals from Ray on EVERY album. But I have to say, Arch still has that range from his early days, even after being away from music for quite some time, and at 61 years old. Ken - please checkout the catalogue of FW, and Arch/Matheos (2 albums so far), and Ray Alder's years with the band "Redemption" and his solo album. I'd link my own FW Playlist, but this comment may be yanked by Yt unfortunately. I've probably seen Fates as much as QR (from Rage of Order, to Q2k), maybe more. And FW dropped a new album last November (2020).

I have seen Queensryche 5 times with Geoff Tate as the singer once at the World Arena in Colorado Springs in 2000 I think once at the Ogden in Denver, twice at the Filmore in Denver and the one time they played at the Colorado State Fair Grounds. Along with the band their music always captured my imagination. Empty Room is one of the first songs I remember hearing from them when my uncle had Queesnsryche in the tape deck in the truck taking us camping. They have been on my playlists from then on. The story telling abilities really speak to me, some of my favorite songs are not their most popular Lady Jane and Someone Else from Promise Land, Anybody Listening from Empire, and Breaking the Silence, Speak and Mission from Mindcrime. among others of course. I am sad to see that Geoff Tate isn't with Queensryche proper any more... I think Todd La Torre is pretty good too and appears to have the package to do a good stand in. I need to see Queensryche live with Todd La Torre for my final opinion though; and I still need to see Geoff Tate with his new band too. anyhow thanks fro your time. nice show case.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@guymorris6596

2 жыл бұрын

It's too bad I missed Queensryche in Colorado those times you saw them.

One of the best rock vocalist of all time. What a very creative vocalist, with range not from this world. His vocals draw me into the heart of the song, where I’m playing it all out.

My favourite band but give credit as doing this day in day out for years and giving ure soul to the stage is commendable

Geoff is one of my all time favorite vocalist. I wish he had more of the heavy metal style songs like take hold of the flame that used the higher range of his vocal abilities. His high range was soooo clean and pure and mixed with nice heavy guitars it was very enjoyable. I felt like there just wasnt enough of that. I wanted more but never really got it.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Geoff is great! No doubt about it!

Queensryche was introduced to by back in 88 or 89 I think when Operation Mindcrime came out. I saw them with Def Leppard. I was blown away. The music, lyrics and vocals made me realize this guy is a master at his craft. It deserved so much more recognition. It makes you realize real singing talent has to be worked on. Sure some people have natural ability but you don't get to that level without years of practice. Anyone can build a tree fort. This was the Sistine Chapel. If you want to be this good you gotta work at it. He did the work.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, MANOWAR KILLS! I wanted you to know that KZread no longer sends email notifications about new releases. If you would like to know when a new video is going to drop you can sign up to receive updates at: kentamplinvocalacademy.com/get-notified/ Rock on!

I saw them twice in the early 2000s he sounded awesome and he actually plays keyboards live too which was very cool

In awe!

More if an Empire fan... That was the q r album that hooked me. Silent Lucidity...absolutely best rock ballad

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

It's a great one!

always very sharp analysis to the things

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

I still have my calendar from 1985 marking a concert they played in the Bay Area but my parents wouldn’t let me go. I did see them twice - once in 1988 with Metallica at the Cow Palace and once in 1991 at Day on the Green with Metallica and Soundgarden. I discovered them on MTV’s Headbangers Ball when they played ‘Gonna Get Close to You’ and was instantly in love with Geoff Tate’s voice. My very 1st CD was Rage For Order. When Operation Mindcrime came out - everyone said it was better than Rage For order and I refused to believe it…..: and then I heard it and was blown away! It’s a true masterpiece and I can’t play it loud enough! I was disappointed in Empire - I thought they sold out and was very ‘ commercial’ however the song I do love on that album is Jet City Woman. He is one of the most underrated rock voices - in my opinion.

Had the pleasure to watch them live, in 2004 if i remember correctly, they were doing a tour on operation mindcrime, so they did the whole album, it was great, loved it, one of my favorite bands, quite underrated, Geoff one of the best, his voice takes me places, dark places mostly, which i love. I'm glad to have seen them live, operation mindcrime and rage for order are among my all time favorite albums.

Ken, I saw Queensryche twice on their Operation: Mindcrime Tour open for Metallica on their And Justice For All Tour in Hartford,CT & Providence,R.I. back in 1987. We were able to meet Metallica Backstage, but they wouldn't let us meet Queensryche. Both Nights Were Phenomenal ! 33 years later this past February at a small club in Fairfield,CT We saw Geoff Tate & Friends perform the Rage For Order & Empire Albums in their entirety. At 61 Geoff still sounded great. I was expecting maybe some loss of range, control, or power, but you couldn't prove it to me. They didn't get all the Guitar Tones right, but they tried really hard on all the arrangements. It was a really enjoyable night. Little did we know it would be the last show before COVID-19 Locked Down Every Show For Over 6 Months Now.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, KON KON!

First time I saw Geoff, many many years ago. I thought whose this tool in a bright red leotard and headband. He went to the front of the stage and started to scream. Never heard anything like it and he kept it up all shift. Saw him recently in Avantasia with Tobias Sammet and he's still smashing it...Unbelievable. Cracker review. You Rock👏🤘👏

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks!

Seen them five times live, did meet Geoff and Chris in my hometown Oldenzaal, The Netherlands.

Dude you hit the nail on the head when you said Maiden! Agreed.... definitely sounds like a Maiden influence...Love Queensryche always have...Jeff Tate is the man...and it seems that you could imitate his voice flawlessly...I want to see you do a video where you the voice instructor sings Eye of a Stranger from start to finish...That would be cool.

I saw them on their "Empire" tour. It was their first headlining tour. They did "Operation Mindcrime" in its entirety, songs from "Empire", and a few pre-Operation Mindcrime classics. It might be the only show I've ever been to that I can say was absolutely flawless.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that!

@jenniberger73

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing tour - only one I ever saw in more than one city!

Shame on you Ken for never seeing Queensryche..Lol. Geoff Tate is even better live and an unbelievable showman. I've seen them probably 8 times in NY and they were great everytime. Operation Mind Crime was one of the best records ever made.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Right?! My bad!

I agree totally that Operation Mindcrime is awesomely top shelf! Best concept album imo!! I love Geoff Tate's voice for it's all round quality & character. He puts such personality & feeling in the storytelling way he voices their songs. He draws in the listener quite effectively imo!

Geoff Tate and Queensryche .....NUFF said, ablolutely amazing. spot on Ken.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

Operation Mindcrime is still one of the greatest concept albums ever made. Crazy how Geoff would alter his vocals to fit the feel of the song...the needle lies is a perfect example. Geoff sounded like he was strung out on the drugs, portraying the character of the story and conveying that to the listener...to eyes of a stranger at the end of the album...cooler and more mellow, almost talking to the listener and accepting the fact they’re condemned to a mental ward for the rest of their existence... I think I remember hearing some Rumor/fact that for the lady wore black, he actually did sing the song by a solo lit candle so he could get the feeling and emotion just right. Don’t know if it’s true but wouldn’t surprise me

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

💜😀

Geoff is awesome. I think that Queensryche is under rated.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Great band!

I listened to Queensryche like a week ago for the first time (take hold of the flame in tokyo) and the first thing i noticed is that i could hear some Bruce Dickinson in Tate's voice as you said Ken! Phenomenal singers both of them

I went to operation mindcrime tour I remember the day after Thanksgiving in 1988 at the Richfield Coliseum with a couple of friends. I was more of an Anthrax and heavier thrash guy. The show was absolutely fantastic. The only other band I ever heard that was that tight live was Journey or Rush. Longtime fan of The Ryche ever since. \m/

First album I bought was the The Warning and the VHS live in Tokyo.. Mr Tate's voice transcended my imagination to the stories they were singing about. Not a lot of singers are able to do that (similar like Dimash). His vocals on Rage for Order are from another world like watching (listening) to an amazing SF movie. Mindcrime was also out of this world especially that epic collaboration with Pamela Moore. After Operation mindcrime somehow the magic was gone,... But still a great band.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Still a great band! 👍

Love Queensryche got into them when Rage came out, I saw them a couple of times, one show he hit all the notes and the other he sang a lot an octave lower but was still professional and on pitch. Being a singer in a metal band at the time it was reassuring that he was human and maybe needed to rest or lay back a bit during that performance. He always had a clear tone to his voice back in the day which I liked when all the gruff growlers were starting to take over on the metal scene.

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on! 😀

Great take on Geoff! Would love to see an isolated vocals vid on any of Queensrÿche's tracks, if I had choice it would be 'Eyes of A Stranger' or 'Hand On Heart'.

Yes!! Thanks Ken, I've been waiting for this! My dad raised me on progressive rock, and Queensryche was my first CD as a kid. Love Tate's broody but powerful vocals

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Jessica!

another great selection! Silent Lucidity is amazing. Still waiting for Meat Loaf....lol

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

It's so good! Rock on, Otter!

Nice video Ken! What is the name of the first song? Great work btw👌😅

@marcoschueller7641

4 жыл бұрын

Take hold of the flame.

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

What Marco said! ^

@IceKristianPlaysMC

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys!😁

With a singer with such range how could he not be a rock star!

Geoff was and is one of the most dynamic and exceptional vocalists in the last 30 years! I am amazed that he is still plugging away. May I suggest that you kindly consider reviewing Roy Khan and Michael Eriksen (if you haven't already done so), one day soon?

Tate lost some of his vocal range and power here, for whatever reason. I heard because he smokes, but when I went to their concert in 1990 or 1991, he was incredible. They did the whole Operation Mindcrime in it’s entirety, for the Empire tour, at the Long Beach Sports Arena. Since they were now headlining a tour, they were able to play all the songs, and still do several songs on Empire, plus their other best songs from Rage For Order, Warning, and their self titled EP. I love how Queensrÿche used a basketball hoop stand, like the video for the song “Best I Can” and Geoff made the layup both times I went to the concert (Friday & Sunday).

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thoughts, Nitro. Interesting!

@luisibarra6755

3 жыл бұрын

i could say the same review !! was and amazing concert... i saw Queensryche at El Paso Tx that tour too.. unfortunately Geoff has lost a part of his wonderful voice... but he is one of the best.. together DIO, HALFORD, KLAUS AND DICKINSON

LOVE Geoff and Queensryche! Husband and I met at one of their concerts 32 years ago at a local club before they hit the big time. We have seen them 8 times live. Such a shame he can't hit those high notes. I've always envied him for that lol. I can't hit a high note if my life depended on it 😂 Not sure if you have already done Rob Halford. Would love to hear your opinion on him and Judas Priest. Have a great day!

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

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Top shelf for sure ... Great tone also..Range well yeah..Saw them live twice in different States each time I was blown away.. Awesome live ..Very theatrical...Sound was Amazing

Ken, what a great version of Eyes Of A Stranger with that cool intro you played.

Roy Kahn sang with Kamelot and a band called Conception, both rock opera progressive metal type bands

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joshua!

I love Geoff Tate. This style seems so hard to perform at a high level over the years . Excellent video as always Ken !

@kentamplin

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Steve!

Saw them in 83 before their ep came out and I was hooked. Early on Geoff could sing the songs just like on the albums but as he aged smoking caught up to him and he was never the same😞 Queensryche albums are still in my regular rotation as there are one of my top 3 favorites

@kentamplin

3 жыл бұрын

Rock on! 😊

Great job BRO