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| Birth name | Michael Kiske |
| Born | January 24, 1968 Hamburg, Germany |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals,Guitars, Keyboards |
| Years active | 1986 - present |
| Associated acts | Helloween Avantasia Place Vendome SupaRed |
| Website | michael-kiske.de |
Michael Kiske (born January 24, 1968) is a singer best known as the lead vocalist for the German power metal band Helloween from 1986 to 1993. Events 41 - Gaius Caesar (Caligula, known for his eccentricity and cruel Despotism, is Assassinated by his disgruntled Year 1968 ( MCMLXVIII) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Hamburg (English, German: ˈhambʊɐk local pronunciation Low German / Low Saxon: Hamborg) is the second-largest city in Germany Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. A musician is a person who plays or writes Music. Musicians can be classified by their roles in creating or performing music An instrumentalist plays a A musical instrument is a device constructed or modified for the purpose of making Music. Singing is the act of producing musical sounds with the voice, which is often contrasted with Speech. The guitar is a Musical instrument with ancient roots that is used in a wide variety of musical styles A keyboard instrument is any musical instrument played using a Musical keyboard. See also Musical groups established in 1986 Record labels established in 1986 Events January The present is the Time that is perceived directly not as a recollection or a speculation Helloween is a German power / Speed metal band founded in the early 1980s by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool For other uses see Avantasia (disambiguation. Avantasia is a Symphonic metal project created by Tobias Sammet, vocalist Events 41 - Gaius Caesar (Caligula, known for his eccentricity and cruel Despotism, is Assassinated by his disgruntled Year 1968 ( MCMLXVIII) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. Power metal is a style of Heavy metal music combining characteristics of traditional metal with Thrash metal or Speed metal, often within Helloween is a German power / Speed metal band founded in the early 1980s by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool He was born in Hamburg, Germany. Hamburg (English, German: ˈhambʊɐk local pronunciation Low German / Low Saxon: Hamborg) is the second-largest city in Germany Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbʊndəsʁepuˌbliːk ˈdɔʏtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe.
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Biography
Prior to joining Helloween, Kiske sang with the German band Ill Prophecy beginning at age 17. The band recorded a demo, but it was never released commercially.
When he was eighteen, Kiske was asked to join the already internationally successful power metal band Helloween, which was fronted by singer/guitarist Kai Hansen. Helloween is a German power / Speed metal band founded in the early 1980s by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool Kai Michael Hansen (born January 17, 1963, in Hamburg, West Germany) is a Power metal Guitarist and Vocalist Hansen had some difficulties being both the lead guitarist and lead vocalist, and it was decided that a new vocalist would be needed. They found youth Michael Kiske quite impressive; Kiske however, refused at first but later reconsidered. Michael Kiske joined Helloween in 1987 and recorded Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 1, widely considered to be one of Helloween's best albums and a milestone in the creation of the power metal genre. Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 1 is the second studio album from German Power metal / heavy metal band Helloween, released in 1987 Power metal is a style of Heavy metal music combining characteristics of traditional metal with Thrash metal or Speed metal, often within They went on to release Keeper of the Seven Keys Part II, Pink Bubbles Go Ape, and Chameleon. Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 2 is the third studio album by German Power metal band Helloween, released in 1988 Pink Bubbles Go Ape is the fourth studio album by German Power metal band Helloween, released in 1991 For other uses of the word see Chameleon (disambiguation. Chameleon is the fifth studio album by German Power metal band Helloween The last two albums were commercial failures, and resulted in Kiske separating from Helloween.
Kiske would be fired from the band in 1993, reportedly for personal reasons; Michael Weikath claimed it had become impossible to work with him any longer. Michael Weikath ( August 7, 1962, Hamburg, Germany) is the guitarist of the German Power metal band called Helloween Kiske was replaced by Andi Deris, who has remained with Helloween ever since. Andreas "Andi" Deris (born August 18, 1964 in Karlsruhe, Germany) is the vocalist and main songwriter for Power metal
Kiske was rumored to be Bruce Dickinson's replacement after he departed from Iron Maiden in 1993, but that position was filled by Blaze Bayley. For other uses see Iron maiden. Blaze Bayley (born Bayley Alexander Cook, 29 May 1963, Birmingham, England) is the lead singer for the
On August 16, 1996, three years after leaving Helloween, Kiske released his first solo album, Instant Clarity on the Japanese record label Victor. Events 1384 - The Hongwu Emperor of Ming China, Emperor Dong hears a case of a couple who tore paper money bills while fighting Year 1996 ( MCMXCVI) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full 1996 Gregorian calendar) Instant Clarity is the first solo album of Michael Kiske. It was reissued in 2006 containing four bonus tracks For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Japan topics. The album featured guest appearances by Kai Hansen of Gamma Ray and Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden. Kai Michael Hansen (born January 17, 1963, in Hamburg, West Germany) is a Power metal Guitarist and Vocalist Gamma Ray is a Power metal band from north Germany, founded by former Helloween Guitarist, singer and Songwriter Kai Adrian Frederik "H" Smith (born February 27 1957 in Hackney, East London, England) is a Guitarist and one of three Guitarists A music video for the ballad dedicated to deceased Helloween drummer Ingo Schwichtenberg "Always" was produced, filmed in New York City. A music video is a Short film or video that accompanies a complete piece of music most commonly a Song with lyrics Ingo Schwichtenberg ( May 18, 1965 - March 8, 1995) was one of the founding members of German Power metal band Helloween The City of New York His second solo album, Readiness to Sacrifice, was released in Korea and Japan in 1999, and in Europe in 2001. Readiness to Sacrifice is the second solo album of Michael Kiske. Kiske describes both of these albums as pop music, though they contain songs in a wide variety of styles. Pop music as a genre features a noticeable rhythmic element catchy melodies and hooks, a mainstream style and conventional structure
In 2001, Kiske was asked to participate in Avantasia's Metal Opera in the role of Lugaid Vandroiy, which he agreed to do, but only under the name of Ernie, which was printed on the back of the first CD, but not on the second, where his real name was correctly printed. For other uses see Avantasia (disambiguation. Avantasia is a Symphonic metal project created by Tobias Sammet, vocalist The Metal Opera is the first full-length album by Tobias Sammet 's side project opera Avantasia. He said in interviews that he didn't want people to link him to heavy metal anymore. [1]
In 2003, out of desire to make rock music again, Kiske formed a band, named SupaRed. They released a self-titled album in January of 2003. This album has a modern rock sound and a song structure, distinct from both his solo albums and the heavy metal sound of Helloween. Rock music is a genre of Popular music often though not necessarily employing Electric guitar, Bass guitar, and Drums. The project was unsuccessful and he dissolved the band.
In 2005, Kiske was a part of the Place Vendome project on Italian record label Frontiers Records, comparing the band to those like Foreigner or Journey. Italy (Italia officially the Italian Republic, (Repubblica Italiana is located on the Italian Peninsula in Southern Europe, and on the two largest Frontiers Records is an Italian Record label that produces Melodic rock. Foreigner is a rock band formed in New York City in 1976 by veteran musicians Mick Jones and ex- King Crimson member Ian McDonald, Journey is an American rock band formed in San Francisco, California in 1973 [2]
Also in 2005 Helloween released the album "Keeper of the Seven Keys - The Legacy" in which some of their early recordings featuring Michael Kiske were sampled for the intro of the song "Occasion Avenue". Helloween is a German power / Speed metal band founded in the early 1980s by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool Keeper of the Seven Keys – The Legacy is the twelfth studio album by German Power metal band Helloween, released October 31[[ 005]]
In 2006, Michael Kiske released his new album under the name of KISKE, which received poor ratings.
He is planning to get a publisher deal and still participates in rock opera projects, such as Avantasia Part 3 - The Scarecrow (2008). The Scarecrow is the third full-length Avantasia album by German Power metal vocalist Tobias Sammet, released January 25th 2008 His latest work was re-recording of his Helloween material in his new acoustic style. [3]
Singing style
In comparison to Kai Hansen, Kiske had a more vibrant and clean voice. To some, Kiske is an atypical 80's Heavy Metal "screamer", noted for his ability to hit extremely high notes (he has nearly four octaves in his vocal range). His style was a noticeable change from that of Hansen, and some fans and critics have likened his singing style and range to that of Geoff Tate or a young Samson-era Bruce Dickinson. Geoff Tate (born Geoffrey Wayne Tate January 14 1959, in Stuttgart, West Germany) is an American Singer and Paul Bruce Dickinson (born 7 August 1958 in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England) is a British singer Airline pilot, radio show For some fans, Kiske is still their favorite singer, while others prefer the more screechy style of Hansen or his successor Andi Deris. Kiske's time in Helloween has proved to be highly influential, and many singers cite him as an influence or attempt to imitate his vocal approach.
Discography
Helloween
- Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 1 (1987)
- Keeper of the Seven Keys Part 2 (1988)
- Live in the UK (1989)
- Pink Bubbles Go Ape (1991)
- Chameleon (1993)
Michael Kiske
- Instant Clarity (1996)
- Always (EP) (1996)
- The Calling (EP) (1996)
- Readiness to Sacrifice (1999)
- Kiske (2006)
- Past In Different Ways (2008)
Avantasia
- The Metal Opera (2001)
- The Metal Opera Part II (2002)
- Lost in Space Part II (EP) (2007)
- The Scarecrow (2008)
SupaRed
- SupaRed (2003)
Place Vendome
- Place Vendome (2005)
Guest appearances
- Gamma Ray - Land of the Free (1995)
- Timo Tolkki - Hymn To Life (2002)
- Masterplan - Masterplan (2003)
- Aina - Days of Rising Doom (2004)
- Thalion - Another Sun (2004)
- Tribuzy - Execution (2005)
- Edguy - Superheroes (EP) (2005)
- Helloween - Keeper of the Seven Keys - The Legacy (Samples only) (2005)
- Indigo Dying - Indigo Dying (2007)
- Avantasia - Lost in Space Part II (EP), The Scarecrow (2007~2008)
- Revolution Renaissance - New Era (2008)
External links
- The Official Michael Kiske Website
- Where Wishes Fly - Michael Kiske Official Fanclub
- Michael Kiske's Personal Website (German)
- Biography at Frontiers Records*
- Homepage of Michael Kiske's SupaRed
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