QUEENSRYCHE / GEOFF TATE. Reunion or not?

[@dawntextor8170]

From 18yrs old to now 54 never stopped listening to your beautiful voice

[@jeffparimuha4248]

I read this and looked to see if I wrote it!!! My exact sentiments.

[@oscarfranciscoramirezdelpr576]

Me, from 14 years old to 52 years of age and every day I jam out to Queensryche from the original line up. Rarely do I listen to the newest line up with La todd, he's not the voice of Queensryche, although he does sing good but he just isn't Geoff Tate.

[@stevenroach2296]

The original Queensryche is without a doubt one of the best rock bands of all time.

[@mikewold8996]

From the same area they were playing (Puget Sound in the house). Went to school with Geoff's sister Perry. I think she hated all of the attention at school. They were an inspiration in Tacoma at the time. We all loved them and we all knew they were going to be great! Seen them before they were even signed. Mindcrime is a great album!

[@1ZZ1_1ZZ1]

!! 100% !!

[@johnwalter6410]

Mindcrime to this day is an absolute masterpiece. Even the mix is amazing and ahead of its time. And it was still on tape. No pro tools yet/

[@MoxieMike66]

I had the cassette & the VHS when it first came out. Ironically when a relationship was ending given the songs.

[@turtle19dad]

I still like Rage as well.

[@lrh411]

Yep. And I know it was commercial, but Empire was amazing as well.

[@cullingthegenepool6842]

QR will always be one of my favorite bands. Regardless of age and voices not being what they were... Geoff spits rock god vocals for two decades. He and Chris wrote those songs. I still play them loud. I close my eyes and I am back there on hot Southern Cali summer nights. Windows down, stereo on 10. Cruising in my muscle car. The '80s. A glorious time to be alive.

[@vigocountyscanner]

I’m thankful there are many bootlegs of shows on KZbin of the original 5 playing. I watch it a lot when bored. Sometimes it’s an entire concert.

[@uhill74]

We were truly blessed. AMERICA at its best.

[@rightbro]

Oh really

[@emanemanrus5835]

Hot SoCal summer nights 🥺

[@franktortorellajr5953]

Yeah man, we were blasting tunes off Warning album in my buddy's '73 Nova while cruising Anaheim Boulevard. Great times.

[@ricardodawg4684]

His singing on 'Take Hold of the Flame' made me love heavy metal when I was just a kid back in '84. I love Queensryche! Greetings from Rio- Brazil

[@Bassman1969]

Without doubt one of the best rock voices of the world. Having such a low voice like this and singing that high….outrageous.

[@chrisvalverde8288]

The motivator to get back together are the fans Geoff. The original lineup means a lot to so many fans, including myself. Ryche has been my top band since 1984. I'm an old man now but watching and listening to Tate, DeGarmo, Wilton, Jackson and Rockenfield would definitely be on my bucket list!!

[@mattharriss3835]

the attendance they would have at a MindCrime reunion would be off the charts!

[@steventalavera2381]

Playing a small theater instead of a large club

[@mattharriss3835]

@@steventalavera2381 they would sell out either one of those. Stadiums probably not. I'd prefer to see them in a theater like the Stifel Theater in St. Louis.

[@steventalavera2381]

I saw them do Both Mindcrimes at the Universal Amphitheatre in LA. 1 night only. 6000 capacity

[@mattharriss3835]

@@steventalavera2381 that would be awesome!

[@dragonlea13]

@@steventalavera2381 I saw them do Mindcrime in it’s entirety with Pamela Moore in a smaller theatre in Portland in 95-96, it was fantastic! They also did it in an outdoor arena in Eugene Oregon in 2008. Saw the original tour 3 times. My favorite album of all time, so grateful to have seen it performed 5 times.

[@MikeSmith-pz5vl]

Geoff Tate has always been my favorite vocalist. He's amazing.

[@usaf93]

Greatest metal singer of all time. Still has it because he uses his voice correctly

[@Hayley.a]

It is a throw up for me between Geoff and Patton I can't choose so please don't make me. Oh hang on Michael Kiskie too his voice is very much like Geoff's.

[@rickschweitzer9845]

This was a really great interview. Geoff was very humble and honest. He didn't seem bitter or spiteful. He seems very comfortable with himself and his extreme accomplishments. Well done.

[@rwpmusic]

Different to hear him speak so highly of the OG guys again.

[@hetfieldprophet]

A true privilege to grow up listening to Queensryche. Silent Lucidity has always been special to me since the album came out.

[@eriklarson9137]

Silent Lucidity is my favorite album by far!

[@timhanson3187]

Beautiful song!!!... Don't make songs like that anymore!!!!

[@themadmattster9647]

I have no idea where Geoff's mind was at 11/12 years ago, or the rest of the band, but he seems like a completely different person nowadays, such a positive person and someone who really is a pleasure to listen to.

[@j800r_aswell]

I think this interview actually told a lot of that story if you read between the lines. Chris was a MAJOR part of the band. Chris and Geoff were the primary creative force. Geoff has always marched a little more to the beat of his own drum. More varied musical tastes. The first one with the desire to work on original material. Geoff confirmed here that Chris was somewhat of a band leader for them. I feel like he probably served as the bridge (no pun intended, but happy coincidence) between Geoff and the rest of the band. The middle-ground. The most tastes in common with Geoff while sharing more tastes with the rest of the guys at the same time. After Chris left, they'd not only lost one of their primary creative forces but also a band leader. As Geoff was always a passionate songwriter he stepped up regarding the creative side and probably attempted to steer the ship a lot himself as well. As time went on, decisions and directions gained less and less traction (consider one of the most appreciated post-Chris albums was probably Tribe and Chris was back in the mix for that one). Then they went and put out Dedicated to Chaos. It tanked. Hard. Far more than any other release. Geoff and the rest of the guys just weren't gelling. I feel that Geoff got scapegoated a lot for that failiure of that album. The truth was the guys just couldn't work together anymore. They had struggled to since Chris and it was a miracle they hard fought to keep it going for so long. All of this just came to a head following DtC. The split was the best thing to happen to them. The only thing I have never agreed with is the continued use of the Queensryche name. Queensryche died that day. Hell, it could easily be argued they died back when Chris left and they were fighting for their lives ever since. The rest of the guys formed a great unit with Todd and under any other name (personal opinion) could have been a fantastic and far more respectable metal band. The biggest thing being the band finally saw eye to eye on things. Geoff is great now with what he's going. The others have their thing going strong. I feel if they were to "reunite" at any point it would HAVE to be a complete reunion. Chris included. A single, final album. The last album to bear the Queensryche name would be my dream but a single gig or mini-tour of a very small number of select shows would be the more feasible. I don't see it happening though unfortunately. Chris is done. Especially on the touring front. Without Chris it's just not gonna happen.

[@TheMetalPigeon]

@@j800r_aswell Nice perspective, and yeah I agree with your summary --- your point about Chris being done and not wanting to tour is spot on, but I totally could see these guys maybe one day here getting together the original lineup just for a roundtable retrospective interview or conversation and perhaps that even leading to a Seattle area concert. Or maybe the existing QR lineup inviting all of the former members to a show for a special one-off guest thing like the Scorpions did with their old members in Wacken a few years back. One can hope anyway.

[@MrBruinman86]

It sure sounds like Geoff and the band needed to get away from one another as the relationship had become toxic.

[@Ariovistus1]

I have had the Pleasure of Geoff's Company on Several occasions. Always Kind and Gracious to Us. A Fantastic Gentleman!

[@kevinkaralus9568]

Band is just like a marriage, things don't always last as long as you would want it to.

[@RomeoG39]

Even Geoff's regular talking voice sounds amazing! One of my favorites voices ever! I'll never forget the first time I heard Eyes of A Stranger! it gave me goosebumps, literally

[@goodpainlive1]

Scott Rockenfield is never mentioned as one of the greatest drummers of all time. He drumming is masterful .

[@torque6389]

Agree. He is amazing.

[@safelyanonymous5717]

He has always been criminally underrated; he is a monster on the drums

[@kylemc8851]

This is one of the best Tate interviews I have even seen, been a Ryche fan since early 80’s thank you for this!!

[@TheOriginalADGuy]

Operation Mindcrime sits right there with Dark Side of the Moon, Hemispheres and Lateralus as truly exceptional sonic achievements.

[@josephwood499]

You are so f***ing right !

[@ApriliaRacer14]

Certainly a milestone is musical history.

[@termsofusepolice]

@Scum Bagge Neither that Tool nor that Queensryche album are in the same league as Dark Side and Hemispheres. Though I will take Mindcrime all day over Lameralus.

[@193475464]

I agree

[@193475464]

I agree with the original reply. Up there with Quadraphina.

[@TheNWSCOTT]

That was a great interview with geoff , thank you to you and all the members of queensryche for all the music you've given to us metal heads all these years, I think i can speak for all of us in saying you truly have blessed all our lives with your music !!! Peace out Brother !!!!

[@CFR_YouTube]

Love this! I recently started jamming all the great Queensryche albums again & found all these great shows that Geoff has been doing that have been uploaded to KZbin. He still has the pipes & has an epic band behind him! Definitely going to check him out in March 2024 in South Carolina! Can't wait!

[@estudiandoaprendo4365]

Geoff is a true gentleman. Well mannered, and never talking dirt about anyone. What great interview! Thanks again man for your work and your channel.

[@denizenofclownworld4853]

You must have missed the last decade.

[@mightydegu]

@@denizenofclownworld4853 he got passed that years ago. He even hung out with QR a bit at a festival that both bands played at a few years back. Scott is the only one who seems to have a problem with everyone.

[@denizenofclownworld4853]

@@mightydegu Did you ask him how he felt? lol Shut up, dork.

[@hallymariah45]

Today, Thanksgiving I was introduced to you, 2023. This has been a horrific little over a year for me. Your song Silent Lucidity touched my heart like a sword, painfully but also with comfort. You see, I lost two brother's 11 weeks apart, and with in the year my son died by suicide. Thank you for the help of your song...You see, I'm still grieving....

[@mikem.7921]

My favorite singer ever

[@melissavaughnvoiceoverarti6436]

A tremendous interview. I had no idea Geoff got started kind of 'by accident' as a singer. Just amazing. Also, when you hear his speaking voice, it is really quite low. A huge difference to those stratospheric high notes he reached on his albums... pretty mind-blowing tonal difference. Oh, I like his shirt, too! :-)

[@nickstephens2913]

All those years of singing crazy how good his voice sounds still

[@pcs56]

Fantastic interview. I saw the Operation Mindcrime tour when QR opened for Metallica. It was a surreal evening.

[@RabidSnot]

I also saw that tour in 1988 and it was Amazing one of the best ever but, they got the line up mixed up, it should of been QR headlining and that other band opening. Imo. Last time I saw either band also. I'd seen QR 4 times before that and been a fan since the EP. Have em all on vinyl too. I knew that other band personally and had seen them at least 14 times before .. And Justice for All tour. I don't like em anymore. I do Love QR still. Always have.

[@tross6380]

Undoubtedly one of the bands that shaped my life's journey. I love you.. You're family..

[@Paul_Simon]

Seeing Geoff with such tactful and thoughtful introspection is refreshing as hell. I could never understand what it was like to be in any of their shoes, so I’ll simply say this was a great interview. Chris’ writing and performing is what drew me into Queensryche, and I stayed once I saw how amazing things happened with them all there. I did and do love Q2K and Tribe as well. Promised Land is in my top 10 concerts of all time, and I LOVED their evolution into HITNF. The Voice Inside has been my favorite QR song since the first time I listened to it (yeah, even above others from “those” huge albums). Wherever their paths take them, I wish them all well in their careers and their lives.

[@davidgotteri]

Nice to hear someone else who enjoyed HiTNF! I think it's a great album.

[@Paul_Simon]

@@davidgotteri Agreed! Their sound did evolve, and I understand some people didn’t care for that. That being said, I think it was an extraordinarily tight rock record, which was in shorter supply then, and still very powerful songs (not an easy task to combine those). Hit The Black nails the heavy side, You handles the JCW fans, Cuckoo’s Nest and Sign Of The Times covers the political, Voice Inside is the introspective highlight, as is Some People Fly. Chris performed a few years ago as accompaniment to Lily Cornell Silver performing Black Gives Way To Blue from AIC, in the background and out of spotlight, and I still felt that power (from her as well, she was amazing).

[@smandez2023]

Love you Geoff. Best live vocalist I've ever seen. With all that life throws at us, with all the mud-slinging and things that happen in life, nobody will ever take away the experience when I watched you perform Operation Mindcrime with the original lineup. The flood of emotions, trippin' balls, the night itself (a cold snowy November night in Denver). I'll never forget that.

[@markmidkiff7048]

My favorite band. OM in my opinion is one of the best albums ever recorded. If a reunion ever happens, I will be one of the first in line for a ticket.

[@Alien_nation]

Nothing but class. Cheers to you Geoff 🍻

[@scottsmith1455]

Geoff is an absolute Legend!! Queensryche was one of the greatest heavy rock bands ever, such unbelievable talent!!

[@stephanie9284]

This interview is very well done and informative. I've loved them dearly. At this point in my life I can admit that this band was my whole life. A way to relax, a way to get mad, a way to realization. They opened my mind and cleared it. Thank you Queensryche for seeing me though.

[@anti-satanpro-life8531]

Geoff is awesome

[@JeffreyFletcher-o9u]

I give kudos to Geoff for being so respectful of all of the other band members after all that he was put through and how he was treated. Queensryche will always be 1 of my favorite bands! Rock on!

[@77blueWater]

Original lineup is so magical. Would love to see that magic come back even if only for brief moment.

[@PW1316]

The man the myth the LEGEND !!!

[@dloverland]

I’ve been listening to Operation Mindcrime for over thirty years! Best album in my life time.

[@troyhenry5086]

Great interview with one of the best singers of my time.

[@jalanperak]

Thanks for this. Geoff is more human, honest and understandable to me now. I think the dynamic within Queensryche was always more complex than presented in the press, and this interview simplified things a lot.

[@paulmurphy5244]

Saw them in concert several times in the 80s. O.M.C was and still is one of my favorite albums. Saw em' twice on that tour. Absolutely incredible!!

[@ronlindsley523]

Thanx - For The Video - And To Geoff And Company For Giving - Us...The Fans...To Enjoy...

[@km6344]

Very low key, humble, been there done that and learned from it demeanor! When speaking of Chris DeGarmo's departure he spoke of disappointment in the timing of how and when he left, but then, went into how Chris was pretty much carrying the load of everything for the band from the beginning,, and from that I can see how Chris was probably so burnt by now as well as seeing everything he was "The Captain" of (as Geoff put it) going down in flames with the record company bailing and all,, how can you fault the guy?? Still, hearing this band brings me back to such a wonderful time in my life growing up! As well as being influenced to want to play, drums, in bands as I did myself!!! What a great era! What a great band. The GOAT of bands if you will!! A shame we all have to get old! A shame all good things always have to come to an end! :(

[@jim2368ca]

After all the mud slinging it so great to hear Geoff speak so highly and endearing to his former bandmates. Would love if they would reconcile and do at least one album/tour with the original lineup.

[@jameskuhn432]

They made up at a festival in 2017. Geoff was performing with Avantasia and Queensryche was performing as well. Geoff Tate said he stood on the side of the stage and watched the entire show for the first time as a fan. Called it an amazing experience. Afterwards, he met up with his former band members. Hugged. Talked for little over half an hour catching up. Then, went over to Todd and told him how amazing his vocals were. Todd told him how he first met Tate back in 2008 after a Queensryche show. Told Tate how he still has the picture they both took together. Then, Geoff and Todd took a new picture together.

[@sessionstu]

It sounds like Geoff is in a better place in thie interview. One of the best vocalists of all time.

[@wesleyjaggard4013]

Queensrÿche is the best band ever in my opinion and I’m sure others would agree Geoff Tate is awesome man can he belt it out,what a voice he has is unbelievable the notes he can do so effortlessly OMG is all I can say thank you Geoff for your music and all it’s done for me bless you 😊

[@FJHunters2022]

My most influential band! Geoff is Queensryche! The band members were lucky that he was such an amazing artist! Otherwise, no one would have heard of them. Queensryche is Geoff Tate and no one else!

[@freyawildesciencefictionau8156]

If they ever got together, that is one concert I would go out of my way to be at.

[@sabrinac5447]

Great interview with the legendary Geoff Tate 🤘❤️🎸😎

[@TheCjbowman]

Great interview. Glad I stopped in to check it out. 🤘

[@SPKonrad36918]

Rage for Order is MY favorite Queensryche album as well!!

[@tyclute1454]

Grew up listening to ryche. 50 years old and still listening to them. Timeless, quality music! Great interview!

[@matthewh.9544]

Queensryche are such a legendary band, massively influential. Now they consist of lawyers, falling out and sueing each other. They're turning into the Journey of metal, which is a real shame as they are too good to go down that sad road. Journey are a joke now and I'd hate to see Queensryche turn into that circus. Here's hoping they bury their differences and get it together. However Chris is a massive piece of that puzzle and he's happy in his new life. Geoffs voice is on another planet

[@crungefactory]

Why, exactly, is journey a joke?

[@themadmattster9647]

its kinda weird since Geoff is seeming like the stable and sane and good guy now, wasn't the same 10 or 11 years ago, it was the remaining band that seemed like the sane ones but now the performances and his positive vibe in these interviews speaks for itself. I'm thinking maybe he was going through some shit he never talked about? I can't see the Geoff in this interview spitting on anyone in his band, etc.

[@mightydegu]

@@themadmattster9647 things were falling apart for years. They weren't on the same page since HITNF and it finally exploded. With the exception of Scott they seem to have gotten past it.

[@ZippyThePinhead]

I appreciate the fact that he gives credit where it due, and doesn't bad talk any of the others guys. Of course we would love to see them tour again, especially with Chris joining them, BUT like he said, at this time there's no motivation to do that again. I'm not holding my breath, but it would be cool. Added note, Hear In The Now Frontier maybe wasn't their greatest album, but it was pretty good. I think with Chris not only family played a part in in his leaving, but also the demise of their record company, no promotion of the album, all that together was the "nail in the coffin" to call it quits.

[@mr.d.572]

They produced some great music and they're very talented, but without Chris DeGarmo they haven't been nearly as compelling or as innovative as they used to be.

[@chrissym61463]

Agree 💯 I have no desire to listen to anything after HITNF (with the exception of Justified, since Chris wrote it). I still listen to them daily. They were so far ahead of the times back then, and their songs are still relevant today. Geoff's vocals made the songs great, but Chris was the brains behind the band, undoubtedly.

[@DavidLivingston01]

I'll have to agree. DeGarmo leaving was the beginning of the end and Tate leaving sealed the deal. Todd La Torre doesn't have the right voice. QR sounds like a bad cover band now.

[@mr.d.572]

@@DavidLivingston01 I think Todd does okay for the material. Obviously the magic isn't there anymore but I see it as a combination of different changes.

[@RedLion88]

@@chrissym61463 I agree mostly, except that Mindcrime II has some great material on it.

[@chrissym61463]

@@RedLion88 Maybe I'll breakdown and listen to it today 😉😂

[@errorsofmodernism9715]

Excellent interview. No interruptions from interviewer which is excellent.

[@jameskipp1657]

agree, really liked the format of the interview.

[@tomorrowstrooper473]

Mindcrime is phenomenal, I know every single word from beginning to end and have for probably 20 years now. When I meet people and they dont know about this album it’s hard to believe and I have to introduce them to it! I am a die hard maiden fan since about 14 but QR is a very close 2nd, so many songs over the years have provided a soundtrack to my life’s experiences and still do today! Thank you for the awesome tunes guys!🤘🏻

[@ThemFuzzyMonsters]

Lovely interview. Well done!

[@scottanderson4077]

My favorite band of all time. First concert I ever went to. Soundtrack to my life. Rÿche 4ever

[@syedomarhussain9396]

Mr Tate what u have given to this world as a vocalist is unmatched. Day in day out giving ureself the the fullest. Salute Sir been a fan since 1986. Band was ungrateful

[@chrismyers9273]

Let's go Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! You guys absolutely deserve it! And some!

[@johnathanschaaf8731]

Awesome interview! Operation Mindcrime will always be one of my favorite albums. Was fortunate enough to see them perform it live in its entirety in Detroit back in the day. Really miss Chris Degarmo in the music scene. One of the most underrated guitarists of all time. A phenomenal musician to say the least. Like others have stated, wish they all could bury the hatchet & regroup. Wishful thinking though.

[@christopherbell4543]

That's the best Tate interview I've ever heard. 👍

[@johngregory7329]

I would love to meet Jeff and just go to lunch & talk with him. And of course be his bass player at one time. All I can say is , what a voice . To me he is one of the best ever in Rock music. Thanks Jeff for sharing your talent with all of us. Stay safe and well and keep Rocking. Signed John Gregory Zepbass from Munster.

[@boogyjuggy]

they put out some great albums...and he had a great vocal range...

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

He is multi dimensional and annointed with talent 🎀

[@polishmasterjay]

When I scroll and see the face of Geoff Tate, I always stop and listen, I mean even his speaking voice!!! Damn!!!🙌🤣👏💯🔥

[@wandasanders2003]

Love Operation Mindcrime ❤️ I still listen to it. It's a legendary masterpiece!!!

[@reinaldoalves9038]

Fantastic Interview! Thanks!

[@KonwTheTrut]

i dont get starstruck much but im starstruck just watching this video. my all time favorite vocalist right here. just saw his empire concert on youtube. holy shit youre still amazing geoff. actually got to see you with queensryche back around the very early 2000s when i was in the marine corps over in sandiego. amazing then too.

[@robcalder2660]

Phenomenal band soooo underrated definitely one of my favourite

[@PivotStudiosXE]

Love Geoff Tate! So cool...and a huge Rush fan!

[@HAMMERFOOT1]

Great detailed interview! I really enjoyed and appreciated this. Lifelong original member Queensryche fan. Not to take anything away from current lineup or Todd La Torre because I was also a Crimson Glory fan and bought their releases. But to me there is only one frontman, singer, theatrical performer in Geoff that has everything to do with what encompassed Queensryche and their recording and live performances.

[@thomasroberts7588]

OM came out and all my friends were trying to tell me how great a band Queensryche was/is. I'm like, yeah - this is the band I've been telling you about for the past few years. I heard "The Lady Wore Black" and I was hooked. Picked up the EP and was completely blown away. As Geoff said - derivative of their influences.... But, as Spinal Tap said, turned up to 11.

[@IVORY123100]

There was a moment in time . In 1984 at a small club in Baltimore . " Hammerjack s" that I will never forget . Geoff climbed up to me and vigorously shook my hand and stayed there while Chris was ripping the lead to " Take Hold of The Flame " . My first hearing of them was a few months earlier when I was mopping a floor . I was a dishwasher . Had the stereo on since I was the last to leave . Stood there .. " Wow .. Iron Maiden has a new song ! " then I later found out it was a new band called Queensryche . Through the years with every album release . I was stoked . . My heart broke on Hear in The Now Frontier . It just didn't move me . I personally don't think it could have had constant airplay and promotion . It still wouldn't have done well . A few songs popped up through the years but never the impact again . I hope before time ends . They get back for one more time in their original form .

[@halbunner8899]

Hammer Jack's 👍

[@stevenordstedt2535]

Im glad I was small apart of the 1980's Hairband groups. It was an amazing time for my generation. Especially being 21 in 1981. All the girls the great bands/music and parties. In Sept. 1987, I saw the end of a great music generation slowly coming to an end. And knew I had to go onto a new start or page/ career to be successful financially in my life. So I went back into the military. The US Air Force. It was a good thig for me. Glad I did or it could be me on the streets no money and homeless.

[@brianlacapra5916]

How can anyone not love this guy

[@dagmarramgad5441]

HOLY CRAP. I didn’t realize the whole Dave O link with RFO. Makes perfect sense. There’s never been anything like that album, before or since. Also his shoutout to Edward Ka-Spell… I would love to listen to someone interview Geoff abt his primary musical influences.

[@joesephtoulouse5360]

At Tokyo, concerts,perfect just like the album his voice was impeccable.

[@georgemcflyerson3269]

ALL of Queensryche material / LP / EP were top notch. Queensryche was one of my fav's and still are. I lived in the Seattle area from 86-95 and what an experience...musically.

[@cegentry]

Very very cool interview. So hard to believe that one of the greatest singers in the history of rock started out by just singing along and someone recognized that it sounded “pretty good”. 🤣 Not sure how his level of talent ever hid itself and how he didn’t know. The dude is the best of the best. Always heard that Queensryche had a lot of bad blood. VERY REFRESHING to see no shit talking and credit being given where it is due. The older I get the more important it seems to me that we should treat each other with kindness. It’s easy to talk shit not so easy to be a man and do what Mr. Tate did in this video. This interview was exceptionally good. Right on par with the video Jerry Cantrell did for Gibson. Hats off to Queensryche. Their early music was a huge part of my younger years and enjoyed every note. Thank you guys for making my life better!!!

[@cegentry]

I have seen so many concerts not many I haven’t seen from Kiss , Dio, Pantera, In Flames, Nevermore, Opeth. You name them I have probably seen them. Queensryche’s Empire tour where they played the entire mindcrime album stands above them all. Even notching out the always impressive RUSH which was always on fire live.

[@DizGuys]

What a terrific interview. I always thought Geoff was a prima donna, but he sounds really genuine and down to earth here.

[@rogue109]

I went to a late breakfast one day in my small town in western Washington...I sat alone at a small table, and looked at the only other couple in the restaurant, to see Geoff Tate and his wife. I so wanted to ask for a photo, but they were just doing their couple thing, that I totally understand...I just didn't want to interrupt. I've seen Queensyche in concert a couple of times, but seeing Geoff Tate just eating breakfast in my little town "grill", was pretty cool!

[@Edward45-fj2gd]

Class act best damn singer ever

[@nicecutie]

thank you so much for interviewing geoff tate he is a legend. i love this youtube channel. can you guys try and interview axl rose if possible? thank you

[@binoj1967]

The fact Queensryche is not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is such a shame! They were among the very best…anywhere!

[@dbreckey]

Thank you for this interview. It was absolutely wonderful.

[@MrSatyre1]

Something that always impressed me about QR is that they were masters of small venues. I caught them at a couple universities in basketball arenas, and they did something I'd never heard done before (or since). They played QUIETLY. Don't get me wrong, it was still loud, but you weren't being crushed in your seat by a wall of noise.

[@jerrymyers870]

Was a time from 1983 to 2003 Queensryche was my favorite band.

[@yoursistersaid6830]

I just love him. I don’t think I’ll ever stop loving this man

[@brucebolduc4568]

Rail, Love those guys still. Great shout out Geoff!!!

[@bubgum0079]

Geoff I adore you. The first time I heard Silent Lucidity I cried and I knew all of the words the second time I heard it. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I wish I could meet you. To be honest I love your soft songs. I would so buy a new album of ballads.

[@jeffallen3382]

What a great singer for a great band.

[@p90man]

Thanks for the music Geoff!

[@ullis5125]

Even his speaking voice is awesome ❤

[@redsed1565]

The Legend The voice!

[@tucobenedicto1780]

Geoff Tate always picks the coolest shirts

[@bobbyw1510]

We all dream the same dream....Tate DeGarmo Rockenfield Jackson Wilton....fingers been crossed for 10 years now.....Met him in 2000....legend!!

[@matthewrogers8778]

Reunion or not an amazing band an amazing ride

[@felipousismix]

Nice interview, liked it a lot.

[@AnthonyAsher74]

I did a decade in prison (The 1990’s) and I purchased every Queensryche record as they were released. All I had was music to deal with the prison insanity. Queensryche was a big part of that. I listened to everything that got released from many different artist. I didn’t allow radio stations to dictate what I listened. MTV and radio didn’t give everyone a fair shake. I felt like instead of radio playing the same old stuff over & over again they could have broadened there horizons. I felt there should’ve been enough room on the radio for everyone but that’s not how it worked and a lot of artists were putting out some of the best music of there careers only to get ignored by radio. Queensryche was one of these bands. Thank you Queensryche for being totally different from everyone else. The music took me out of that crazy place and brought me to a serene , tranquil place.