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Queensrÿche is heavy metal band from Bellevue, Washington, US that gained wide success after the release of their 1988 album “Operation: Mindcrime”. The band has a strong tie to the progressive rock genre and also has been known to create concept albums.

Before the original members of Queensrÿche formed their band they were all in several different metal bands that were influenced by such artists as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden. After some of the members’ bands started to dissolve, vocalist Geoff Tate, guitarists Chris DeGarmo and Michael Wilton, bassist Eddie Jackson, and drummer Scott Rockenfield formed a band called The Mob, but soon changed their name to Queensrÿche after their song “Queen of the Reich”, which was on the band’s demo tape. The band’s demo tape made it to “Kerrang!” magazine and received a great review from the publication. This review led to Queensrÿche releasing the demo as a self-titled EP in 1983. The EP sold significantly well for an independent release and received much airplay over the radios.

In the summer of 1983 the band signed a record contract with EMI and headed on several high profile tours with bands like Quiet Riot, Twisted Sister, and Dio. The band traveled to London, UK to record their first album “The Warning”, which came out in 1984. The producer James Guthrie, who has notably worked with Judas Priest and Pink Floyd, produced the album for the band. Their debut album did fairly well on the Billboard charts reaching the No. 61 position.

By the release of the band’s 1986 album “Rage for Order” they had undertaken a more glam rock appearance due to the suggestion from their record label, but their sound headed in a more progressive rock direction, which incorporated the use of synthesizers in their heavy metal mix. The lyrics in the album also conveyed themes about artificial intelligence and technological ideas.

In 1988 the band released one of their most critically and commercially successful albums to date, “Operation: Mindcrime”. The album is a concept album that is regarded as one of the best concept albums of all time, and has been ranked by “Kerrang!” as one of the best heavy metal albums of all time. The album reached the No. 50 position on the Billboard 200 chart and was later certified platinum by RIAA. The album contained the singles “Eyes of a Stranger/Queen of the Reich”, “Revolution Calling”, and “I Don’t Believe in Love/The Needle Lies”. The song “I Don’t Believe in Love” was nominated for a Grammy Award for “Best Metal Performance”. The band’s next album “Empire”, which came out in 1990 was even more successful than “Operation: Mindcrime”. The album reached the No. 7 position on the Billboard 200 chart and has become 3x platinum. The album contained the power ballad “Silent Lucidity” that was nominated for a Grammy Award.

Although the band has had a few lineup changes and has experimented with different genres such as grunge, the band still regularly releases quality albums. The lineup after the 2012 departure of lead singer Geoff Tate consists of the members: Michael Wilton, Eddie Jackson, Scott Rockenfield, Parker Lundgren, and Todd La Torre. Queensrÿche are avid performers and tour consistently. They have played notable venues like Madison Square Garden and have toured with the likes of Iron Maiden, Kiss, Metallica, and Def Leppard.

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I have to hand it to Queensryche. They were on top of it. Musically and vocally flawless. Huge sound. Every bit as good as when I saw them with the original lineup in 1991. Smaller production, obviously, but fun and fitting. The new singer is phenomenal and very charismatic. Everyone was at the top of their game, and for a band that has been (mostly) together for 40 years, that is crazy. The setlist was a great mix of new stuff and classic. The whole band was fully engaged and having a great time. Very impressive show.

John 5 was ridiculous. Jaw-droppingly amazing virtuoso talent. I don't think I have ever seen a more technically proficient guitarist EVER. Normally I'm not super into guitar instrumental wankery, but he LOVES music, loves playing guitar and loves performing, and his energy is infectious. He also played banjo and what looked to be a kid's mini-scale First Act guitar. And, yeah, he was amazing on both. Crazy show, too. At one point he did a medley, which for some might've been cheesy, but he literally crammed like 30-40 (Who knows? We all lost count.) of the best and most iconic guitar riffs from all of rock music into one crazy schizophrenic bout of musical ADD with the highest level of technical prowess. He is so good it makes me feel kind of sorry for his band, who are also ridiculously talented ... but who can take their eyes of a guy that is both a consummate showman and quite possibly one of the best guitarists to ever pick up the instrument? Rock, metal, Chet Atkins and Roy Clark-style chicken picking, shredding worthy of EVH in his prime. Freaking guy can do anything with a stringed instrument. He's so crazy good, it makes you feel like you've never even seen someone play the instrument correctly before. I didn't know tons about him before the show (other than his work with Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie), but he definitely made a fan last night.

Unfortunately, Eve to Adam wasn't really my thing. I mean, they tried hard and seemed affable enough. Just not my style. With song titles like "Straightjacket Supermodel," you kind of know what you're in for. They are all talented musicians, though, and certainly gave it their all. Not a bad bunch by any means, just not crazy about their music.

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What can I say about this Queensryche show except WOW! They've long been a favourite of mine, and I've been fortunate enough to see them many times over their long and brilliant career. They opened with the powerful Blood Of The Levant off the new album, The Verdict (absolutely brilliant album by the way). The crowd was rocking out and singing along from the first note. The rest of the set was a mix of more from the new album combined with lots of classic Queensryche spanning nearly their entire catalog. I also can't say enough about how fantastic Todd LaTorre is on vocals. If I'm honest, he can sing rings around their former vocalist (who shall not be named) and sounds equally at home on their older stuff as he is on the newer material since he joined the band.Eddie Jackson is one of the best bass players in hard rock and metal and he takes up a lot of backing vocals and sounds great. The dual guitars of Michael Wilton and Parker Lundgren work well and they play off each other perfectly. Casey Grillo (formerly of Kamelot) rounds things out on drums. They are still very much a top notch metal band and if you have the chance to see them, I highly recommend it.

Progressive metal rockers Queensrÿche have now been touring for over three decades so there is no surprise that each of the members are of the highest level of skill on their respective instruments. Although they have gone through various lineup alterations, the current lineup is a strong touring machine with great onstage rapport and a real ability to whip the crowd into frenzy with classic tracks.

The stage show is of little decoration but much to the delight of fans the amps are huge and the guitar riffs are unforgiving. The ageing band really does attack the stage with an unrivalled amount of passion and create an anthemic atmosphere during 'Eyes of a Stranger'. Other highlights come in the form of 'Queen Of The Ryche' which sounds as momentous as when it was first released over three years ago as well as an extended version of 'I Am I'. They hold back 'Jet City Woman' for the encore so as to get the whole room singing along for one final time.

I've been a fan of this band from the very early days, beginning in about 1986 or so. I've seen them several times over the years,watched their evolution as a band and seen the differences because of line up changes.

As most Queensryche fans know, the band has parted ways with their original lead singer, Geoff Tate. One of the things I've loved so much about this band is the powerful vocals. And in recent years, I hate to say it, but Geoff's vocal style has changed,not bad necessarily, but not what he used to be.

Now enters Todd LaTorre, of Crimson Glory as their new lead singer. Todd has breathed new life into a band that I feared were on their way out. He has all of the power to be able to perform the classics like Take Hold Of The Flame and Queen Of The Reich, and he sounds incredible on their newer material as well. His presence has refreshed and reinvigorated an incredible group of musicians.

Queensryche- Atlanta, Ga. 4 may 2016

So, in my concert history, I have seen 3 separate versions of Queensryche. The original on the "rage" tour (opening for Ratt). The Tate version in ATL a year ago. Now the "latest" version of this great band. To be honest, I love all three so I won't be picking one over the other in this review. The show I saw this month was fantastic! In this venue we were right up front. The visuals on the led screens were tight. The sound was spot on. Most importantly, the band was phenomenal. With an amazingly accurate lead singer belting out the greats like Tate wishes he still could, this latest version of 'ryche comes out swinging and never lets up. They pull some deep tracks out to play and hit all the ones you want to hear with only one glaring omission...but I won't be the spoiler. Bottom line, if you love Queensryche...go! Don't miss this powerful performance.

The concert overall was ok, just ok because the sound wasn't what I expected and used to from their last show I had seen (~2 years ago); a quiet disappointing experience was the "meet & greet": even though there were maybe 40 people at max that purchased these rather expensive meet & greet tickets the band did not spend any time greeting or meeting their fans; everybody had about 10 seconds to get a photo with the band and the photo was taken with a cellphone and I was told I would receive an email with the link to the photo... guess what, I didn't receive anything; also no handshake and no autograph, nothing; I'll never purchase a meet & greet ticket again.

I really enjoyed the show. I sadly, had to leave early because my mother was picking me up. But atleast I got a chance to see u guys for the 2nd time. Eve to Adam and John 5 were amazing, but the final act Queensryche was the best. I hope The Verdict Tour was fun for u guys, even though the album itself was incredible. I only had 2 regrets, 1 being me leaving early, cuz Queensryche is my favorite band. And the other being Not buying VIP passes cuz I would have liked to meet and greet with u guys. But anyway if u guys (Queensryche) r reading this, Queensryche will always be one of my favorite bands and I will definitely see u guys again sometime.

I couldn't believe it!

What an amazing show . . . .after all of these years these guys rock hard!

Being a loyal fan of Geoff Tate, I couldn't believe how great the new guy is!

Todd La Torre - get used to the name - what a great voice - I absolutely love the new album The Verdict. He is awesome on the album.

Todd could also sing the 'classics' without an issue WOW!

This band is NEW and Classic at the same time!

The rest of the band jammed as always - this is my fourth 'Ryche show - first with the new dude.

I am gonna try to see them again before the end of the tour.

Very disappointed... They sounded like a garage band in a garage... The Venue is a location I will never attend again... The sound and lighting were the worst I've seen in Utah or Idaho..... The singer seemed more intent on getting smashed than singing.... You could tell they were' just going through the motion.....no energy at all... I have tickets for forthall but I've wasted enough time any money on them.....oh Meytal the opener was terrific.......

Absolutely Amazing night of Queensrÿche!

Wow!!!! The band just seems to get better with age. Todd's vocals are incredible and compliment the setlist old and new songs alike.

I have been a Rÿche fan since 1984 and it is always a great concert when they play.

If you are not sure about seeing them all I can say is GO!!!!!!! You will not be disappointed.

The only thing I would change : drop the 2 opening acts and play a much longer set.

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Queensrÿche announce ‘The Origins Tour,’ will perform both their classic self-titled EP and ‘The Warning’

For the first time ever, Queensrÿche will be performing both classic releases in their entirety as part of ‘The Origins Tour.’

Although Queensrÿche would score multi-platinum albums and hit singles over their career, their fans have developed an undeniable love for the group’s early releases – when they helped trailblaze a style of rock that combined elements of metal and prog. And for the first time ever, Queensrÿche will be performing both classic releases in their entirety as part of ‘The Origins Tour.’

Launching on March 22, 2024 in Houston, TX at Hell’s Heroes Festival and running until May 12 in Ft. Meyers, FL, ‘The Origins Tour’ will see Queensrÿche – singer Todd La Torre, guitarists Michael Wilton and Mike Stone, bassist Eddie Jackson, and drummer Casey Grillo – joined on most dates by another highly respected/influential band that also launched in the ’80s, Armored Saint.

Tickets will go on sale on Friday, November 10 at 10:00am local, and can be purchased via this link: https://bnds.us/8vkhdd

“We are thrilled to bring to you The Origins Tour!,’ says La Torre. “This will be the first time in Queensrÿche’s history that the EP and ‘The Warning’ will be performed live in their entirety. And to make this an even more stellar tour, we are so excited that our great friends and legendary metallers Armored Saint will be joining us as direct support. We are all proud to bring you this touring package and we can’t wait to see you on the road.”

Originally formed in 1982, Queensrÿche became one of rock’s top bands on the strength of such albums as 1986’s ‘Rage for Order,’ 1988’s ‘Operation: Mindcrime,’ and 1990’s ‘Empire,’ the latter of which spawned the hit single/video “Silent Lucidity.” The band continues to be successful to this day – as evidenced by their latest studio offering in 2022 (and 16th overall), ‘Digital Noise Alliance.’

And La Torre is especially looking forward to these upcoming special performances. “Join us for this unique and very special experience, as we celebrate the origins of Queensrÿche. Take hold!”

QUEENSRYCHE – The Origins Tour PLAYING THE EP & THE WARNING with special guests ARMORED SAINT

Mar 22 – Hell’s Heroes Festival * – Houston, TX USA Mar 23 – Tower Theatre * – Oklahoma City, OK USA Mar 26 – Sycuan Casino * – El Cajon, CA USA Mar 27 – House of Blues – Anaheim, CA USA Mar 28 – Ace of Spades – Sacramento, CA USA Mar 31 – Neptune Theatre – Seattle, WA USA Apr 2 – Black Sheep – Colorado Springs, CO USA Apr 3 – Gothic Theatre – Englewood, CO USA Apr 5 – Ameristar Casino & Hotel * – Kansas City, MO USA Apr 6 – Delmar Hall – St Louis, MO USA Apr 7 – Paramount Theatre – Cedar Rapids, MI USA Apr 9 – Coronado Theatre – Rockford, IL USA Apr 10 – Peoria Civic Center – Peoria, IL USA Apr 12 – The Vogue – Indianapolis, IN USA Apr 13 – State Theatre – Kalamazoo, MI USA Apr 14 – Majestic Theatre – Detroit, MI USA Apr 16 – Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH USA Apr 17 – House of Blues – Cleveland, OH USA Apr 19 – Phoenix Theatre – Toronto – CA Apr 20 – Théâtre Beanfield – Montreal – CA Apr 21 – Elements – Kitchener – CA Apr 24 – Roxian Theatre – Pittsburgh, PA USA Apr 26 – Empire Live – Albany, NY USA Apr 27 – Palladium – Worcester, MA USA Apr 28 – Toad’s – New Haven, CT USA Apr 30 – Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ USA May 1 – Keswick Theatre – Glenside, PA USA May 3 – The Paramount – Huntington, NY USA May 5 – The Fillmore – Charlotte, NC USA May 7 – Masquerade – Atlanta, GA USA May 9 – Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, FL USA May 10 – The Plaza Live – Orlando, FL USA May 11 – Culture Room – Ft. Lauderdale, FL USA May 12 – The Ranch – Ft. Meyers, FL USA

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The band’s name is uttered in the same breath as many of the groups they looked to as influences and others who arose as peers. Queensrÿche built a dedicated legion of fans traveling the globe on tour with fellow rock giants like Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Judas Priest, and Def Leppard. In recent years, they’ve consistently delivered high-octane live shows combining the hungry fire of a new band with the tempered experience of master showmen. Even with eleven gold and platinum plaques and several Top 10 hard rock anthems woven into the very fiber of the genre, Queensrÿche won’t relent. In fact, they are in the throes of a jaw-dropping creative resurgence.

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