QUEENSRYCHE Todd La Torre "Scott Rockenfield was one of my favorite drummers of all time".

Todd La Torre is a bad ass singer and cool MF. In this interview he opens up to us on his career with Queensryche, his need to be perfect, his respect, and love for the band and their music. Todd is a very humble man, sharing some personal life with us as well. This is only part 1. Much more to come with Todd La Torre. Stay tuned and SUBSCRIBE!!

[@dwade6322]

This man was put in a impossible position...and he's done a fantastic job. Much respect.

[@careful__Icarus]

Actually it wasnt that impossible at the point Todd came in. Tate's voice and attitude were soooooo far gone by that time. Todd was actually replacing the ghost of 1988 Geoff Tate and he has done so gracefully.

[@acebrockton1828]

@@careful__Icarus blah blah blah you know what opinions are like? Yeah, so that would make you the __________________ lol

[@acebrockton1828]

I agree with the OP. Very difficult position. No one can replace the talent that Geoff Tate brought to Queensryche. Todd at times managed to sound like Tate, which is always interesting to see. Rich Little was a master at impersonating singers but he himself was a comedian. With Todd being a singer, I imagine it's tough on the old psyche. I'd like to see him use this opportunity to make original music with a new band with a new name. I wish him the best!

[@acebrockton1828]

I wish them all, the best!

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

@@acebrockton1828 well said . . . . .the man has done an outstanding job, those shoes are not the easiest to just step into and he has

[@eldonfoster3824]

What a great, down to earth guy. He's taken what he was given and has done an excellent job as far as I'm concerned.

[@pal4597]

Love his enthusiasm and passion. Well balanced dude.

[@saltpeter7429]

I saw Queensryche with Todd at the Hampton beach casino and ballroom. I had no idea before going that Tate had left, I just wasnt keeping up on things in the rock world. No need to be concerned, he was OUTSTANDING. Great show, everyone had a good time.

[@scottpollack1007]

I give Todd a lot of credit for picking up the Microphone and trying to fill the HUGE VOID left when Geoff Tate left Queensryche! However, as good as Todd is, NO ONE AND I MEAN NO ONE CAN REPLACE GEOFF TATE! Tate has one of the Most Prolific and Iconic voices ever in Rock! He’s in the Top Three of all time in my opinion!

[@edwardcarner4026]

Todd is a great singer! When he sings his own music and not Geoff's he is an exceptional vocalist! Cheers Todd and also Mr Tate agrees

[@jamsjr44]

Absolutely bro! Tate is my favorite rock vocalist of all time and it’s not even close! He is one of the best of all time. I like how humble Todd is.

[@mben-david2064]

not sure you understand the definition of "prolific" , Slugger. Sorry, but Todd's voice in 2023 is much stronger than Geoff's voice in 2023.

[@FedericoVellere]

@@mben-david2064 Todd is also 15 years younger than GT. You can’t compare the 2 today. As much as I like Todd, let’s see how he sings 15 years from now 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@integraclean4786]

I think alot of people have forgotten or refuse to take into consideration, Todd LaTorre is a 'complete musician.' Drums, guitar, vocals and a genuinely good dude!!!! Rock On Todd

[@reedpeterson6512]

One of the things that has impressed me most about Todd as a person is the way he deals with people that are acting like jerks. He's so patient with people whose behavior only deserves a smack in the head. That kind of patience takes a LOT of humility. He's just overall respectful, courteous, and personable. We need more people like that, even if they're not crazy good singers like Todd!

[@acebrockton1828]

Yeah, that band is difficult! Tate finally had enough of that noise and even DeGarmo left prior to that...

[@cheriejohnston1789]

Sadly, Tate was THE problem. He's one of the reasons DeGarmo left. Tate did some shady stuff behind the band's back.

[@acebrockton1828]

@@cheriejohnston1789 Tate is the band.

[@Heavymetaleternia]

@@acebrockton1828Tate was kicked out, he didn‘t leave.

[@fjn667]

when i fist heard that Queensryche replaced Geoff Tate i just startad to LOL. Then i heard this guy sing and i realized that holy shit, this guy can actually pull this off. Love the albums he have done with Queensryche

[@viktorhammerstein]

Unfamiliar with all of the (verifiable) intimate details of the split, I have always sided with Tate by default, just out of a sense of long standing admiration. As I became aware of Todd, I was impressed with how he was able to deftly deliver Tate's contribution, an incredibly difficult feat. Now I see something very respectable in him, the absence of ego. Sign me up for camp La Torre...a remarkable musician and a man of the people. Long live the Ryche.

[@markusorth5450]

My God, I love how humble and grateful he is! Thanks to Whip for bringing him in.

[@therisingphoenixvapery102]

Todd is a good dude and an amazing vocalist.

[@pluckinmageetar]

My FAVs were Maiden and QR as well, growing up. I, like many thought QR was dead in the water like 99% of bands who lose their iconic singers. How refreshing yet true to the QR sound Todd's been. But more importantly, in the grand scheme of things, what a HEART in this man. Humble, smart and oozing integrity. To say his heart's in the right place is an understatement. Life is about priorities. Sure, he's lead singer in one of the greatest Metal bands of all time. The fact that his HEART stays home on tour says all you need to know about this man. 🤘😎 Good people, ROCK!! In spite of the rebel in us that Rock long represents.

[@fletchlives4763]

Myself at 50 today at 2021 I also grew up with Queensryche. Extremely important at the time of my life a lot was going on . A lot of bands don’t realize how helpful this music is to us I was it out of the home in really early age around 15 going through Group homes Eldora which was a young youth prison type situation in Iowa . This music and others kept us alive seriously and strong in our mental ways I couldn’t imagine not having heavy-metal helping us all through this or each one of our times . Honestly when the lead singer was kicked out it was extremely painful. There’s no denying that it’s hard it’s painful no one ever wants any of the bandmembers to leave a break up . With out question you’re extremely talented brother adapting to unusual situation take time and you’re doing the impossible I salute your brother nice work

[@michaelchabut7225]

Todd is absolutely KILLING IT! He does the old stuff justice, and the new stuff is f**king amazing.

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

Exactly. I never thought I'd hear "En Force" or "Warning" live ever.

[@doug1929]

Agreed!!!!!

[@celticbastardson2599]

Nice to see a down-to-earth dude have success.

[@therisingphoenixvapery102]

Don't forget to give a listen to his new solo LP "Rejoice In The Suffering". It's metal album of the year quality work.

[@sdreschke]

I agree. The album totally blew me away, and i would put it in contention for album of the year for sure.

[@jameskulha1584]

Absolutely the album of the year

[@traceyrychewhite1874]

When was this put out? Thanks

[@sdreschke]

@@traceyrychewhite1874 Feb 5, 2021

[@traceyrychewhite1874]

@@sdreschke, Thank you. I can't wait to hear it.

[@jasonstallworth]

There are so many things about this interview and about Todd that are so refreshing. For starters, this dream happened later in life. I can relate to that with the small successes that I’ve had and experiencing now. I also love what he says about not subscribing to the typical ‘hacks’ that so many look for. He seems to follow his own tuition, which is far more effective than the guidance of any guru, so to speak.

[@melissavaughnvoiceoverarti6436]

My husband (another rock musician) introduced me to Todd on one of the Monsters of Rock cruises. Todd is a wonderful, warm person - totally without arrogant ego issues and he sings the hell out of QR's incredible back catalogue. He is a phenomenal frontman. We are gunning for you, Todd! Hope to chat with you again sometime. Melissa and DV

[@traceyrychewhite1874]

He has an amazing voice and it's awesome to hear the old school songs being played again. Not too many people could fill the shoes of some of these song's like Todd does.

[@mastershredder78]

He seems like a very cool down to earth guy. Glad his dream came true to be in one of his favorite bands. He had some enormous shoes to fill. 🤘

[@Jermeister12]

Something you can't say about Geoff Tate.

[@Sashapoo]

The energy they have together is amazing! Large or small venue they all bring it!🔥🎸🤘

[@JimbobZ17]

What a nice down to earth person. 🤘🏻

[@csvette]

A very genuine, humble guy with a boatload of talent. One of the very best people in music world. :) Lyle

[@doug1929]

The new albums with Todd singing are amazing! Thanks to Queensryche for keeping it going. Not only the old stuff but making new music that is awesome! Have seen them live with Todd on vocals and the band is truly amazing! Thanks for keeping the music going. Fan of the new and old forever!!

[@jimmyz2098]

I don't know this Cat. Who knows who he really is, or what he's really like - unless you actually know him. But, with that said, he sure does represent himself really well - and he seems like a genuine and appreciative man. It's really nice to see in this day and age. Really cool interview. Would love to see these guys one of these days, and would even be really cool to meet him. He really does seem like a good man! Cool interview.

[@80smetalrecyclebin]

Jimmy Z... we agree. He is a really good guy. We enjoyed interviewing this man as he has so much respect for what he does. Also we did get a chance to see him live as you see in the interview ftg. It was awesome!! Amazing live band.

[@richardkeenan4876]

I saw them at a local Seattle casino. The guys were walking around enjoying some time after the show around the casino. We saw Todd and wanted pictures. He was on the phone at the time and asked the person to hold for a minute while we took some pictures. I really appreciated that. Him taking HIS time for us for a few pictures. He was very kind. When I heard he was joining, I knew the band would be on fire again!! Could not have found a more choice person for the mic!

[@benlaird8209]

What you see is what you get. Todd is a genuine, kind, talented and dedicated person. Great interview!

[@jimmyz2098]

@@richardkeenan4876 Cool story! Thanks for sharing, Richard. Glad to hear he is really like... he seems in the interview. There are still some good People around. That's nice to see.

[@straydog2478]

Love the videos guys. Keep 'em coming. Getting to know the guys through these videos makes me appreciate the music even more.

[@cheeneedejesus3537]

Todd is so amazing he also sang with Crimson Glory!

[@AZhomeswithlena]

Hi Todd!! I knew Todd from middle school!! Cute seeing your young pic;) Rocker for life!

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

I just saw Queensryche open up for Priest. First time I've seen Todd and the guy was unreal. Very impressed.

[@troydecker8008]

Awesome live as well, so so good

[@rockanonpodcast3636]

HUge fan of this guy. These Interviews are fantastic!

[@daveeastman7218]

I love this guy

[@joegi6431]

BEST you tube channel, my only gripe is there isn't enough video's and they aren't long enough, I can't get enough of this stuff

[@djoyce777]

This guy is SO TALENTED & so so humble... I love this dude... stoked for the Origins tour in Ft Lauderdale, just counting down the days

[@mountainousterrain1704]

Todd reenergized the band. The 4 albums with him are great, especially Digital Noise Alliance which is, in my humble opinion, the best QR album since Promised Land... and perhaps even Empire. I have my tickets for the next show.

[@johnunderwood3132]

Good job buddy. You are doing an awesome job! Hope you guys come to Philly area in 2024

[@josephmccaughey3486]

Met him a couple of weeks ago. What a fantastic humble Human Being

[@chrisferrara190]

Todd is excellent. I am impressed with his performance and his attitude toward it all.

[@averagejoe5127]

Great interview. Definitely comes off as a man of humility.

[@jillandreano7336]

You are so so wonderful thank you!!

[@Scott381973]

I can’t wait to see them in Charlotte in April!! Todd you sir took hold of the flame and it’s still shining bright brother🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@nicholasrivera9406]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO RAGE FOR ORDER MY FAVORITE QUEENSRYCHE ALBUM

[@badhabitz69]

Love it as well. Awesome album

[@OdditiesWorld]

Wow. I met him a dinner at a festival years ago. But did not really talk to him to much. He really seems like a great guy in this interview. Thanks for sharing this.

[@page8250]

Thank you Todd 🤘🏼👊🏼

[@patrickromanowilliams4878]

He didn't mention his stint in Crimson Glory. I was aware of him back then before he linked up with Rising West/Queensryche.

[@lfcblood7054]

A huge act to follow of which he accomplished incredibly well

[@terryschambers1584]

Awesome guy awesome singer!!! You rock Todd!!🤘

[@tracezachdaniels4264]

SO SHWEEEETTT...much love Tee with LIONS NAMED LEO.[the music worldwide} ....GREAT TALKS....

[@derekpillers8796]

Saw these guys open for Priest last Saturday. Great band, tight & big sounding, strong new material

[@aaronribnicky9917]

Monster talent!!!! He deserves all the best.

[@MainlyRock]

A really modest and genuine nice guy he seems, in every interview I have seen. First I heard his voice was with Crimson Glory and I STILL wonder what would have been, if he stayed with them. A pity, but he seems to be happy where he is, good for him!

[@clemclemson9259]

dont know what more you could ask from a guy . respect

[@awakethemaster]

I didn't know this Guy, but after listening him in the videos he has a lot of talent doing both things plus it's humble and passionate to do a job that he deserve

[@turtle19dad]

Todd is a solid vocalist. Wasn’t sure about everything after Geoff, Chris, and Scott left. But man he sounds excellent!!!!

[@richeaston988]

It is what it is and I'm glad Todd's doing a great job so that the band lives on another day .queensrhyue has never been the same since DeGarmo left.He was the man behind the music

[@AlignmentCoaching]

Wow. I’d no idea who he was but I’m a big fan just hearing his humility and authenticity

[@batphink2655]

Listening to Todd here he is not only very grateful to be fronting QR but he is very gracious about the entire thing. Very cool guy I hope he doesn't change!

[@jmagowan12]

They seems really nice and down to earth! Love the big celtic necklace also!

[@keithberg6466]

I had all access pass to his first show with the Ryche I met him and he was so humble and appreciative. I've seen them several times since and he's still the same way. He's a better person then he is a performer and that's saying a lot. 🤘

[@johnc94]

I seen Queensryche open for Judas Priest in April 2022 queensryche and Judas Priest both sounded amazing Todd's vocals were incredible and of course Rob Halford the Metal God sounded amazing

[@petersvox9762]

Because of this interview, I will begin to explore their catalog with Todd. What a great guy!

[@uhill74]

You won't be sorry. After two spins you will like it a lot.

[@lynnflynn8218]

There he is!!! Blessings. ❤❤❤

[@jamesfertig8945]

I can’t imagine filling that vocal spot Todd’s amazing it’s like filling Neil pearts drum spot it’s almost impossible nobody can truly fill what the original member did there always gonna add there personality to it and hope it’s excepted by the fans he’s done amazing

[@8Junio76]

well spoken dude. respect.

[@jubentinasmith232]

Todd is amazing

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

What a nice guy.

[@kapuda9364]

Love ya buddy hope to see ya guys soon .)

[@justinstuart2202]

Todd is an awesome dude. A true metal team member and he can really do Geoff Yates vocals justice!! Amazing

[@justinstuart2202]

Tate

[@suprchickn7745]

I didn't know he was a drummer before the last album. I think Scott is one of the most unique drummers in metal. It sounds like he is having some difficulties with the band. I hope they can all iron things out.

[@leemichaels406]

It's nice to see that all of them have let go of the anger of the past!

[@hardanheavy]

The first time I heard of Todd is when he sang in a band that I thought was long gone: Crimson Glory, whom I had never seen live before Midnight passed. Thanks to him, I could, so he was already very high up in my estimate. And then he goes and basically saves Queensrÿche, my favourite band ever. A goddamn hero and no two ways about it! Of course there's those that say he can never replace Geoff Tate. Logical of course, no two people have the same voice. But he can sing the old material better than Geoff Tate can, these days. I hope he will stay with Queensrÿche until they all retire so I can see them another gazillion times :)

[@AliensWanted]

I was blessed to see Crimson Glory on their Transcendence tour. I wouldn't loved to have heard Todd live with them.

[@jayteesgear]

Welp, I definitely don’t love the new QR. However I will say I find Todd humble and forthwright. I think his Solo stuff is really impressive! Saw a Flotsam interview he was part of and he seems like a great dude to hang with! Kudos to the sobriety as well!

[@geesegirl]

After watching this, I must give respect to Todd...

[@joeylodes]

Great singer

[@Hoglife]

Very Humble Man

[@eduardovenegas7062]

Todd is great!

[@bellaralte1317]

My respect goes to Todd after hearing this

[@TheRadioAteMyTV]

What happened to part 2? It's been a year and I can't find it.

[@aceman1969nlb]

TOTAL hats off to Todd!! Great guy. 👍👍🎸🎸

[@AliensWanted]

I have ridiculous respect for this man. To replace Tate, and to do so in such easy fashion, and to be so humble....he's a legend to me now.

[@toddvandell85]

For anyone who finds it surprising when drummers are also lead singers? Meet Todd La Torre, former rock metal drummer, now lead singer for Queensryche. It shouldn't really surprise anyone, since many of the great rock and pop singers started out as drummers. There's far too many to list here, but, it always makes me laugh when people are *so surprised* when they discover a particular band's drummer is also the lead singer. It's not as rare, or surprising, or unexpected, a thing as some people make it out to be.

[@GraveVibrations]

Just a good dude and he can sing.

[@dedexyz8475]

I find it amazing that both Queensryche and Journey have been able to (easily) replace their lead singers with TALENT that carries on the traditions- and SOUND. Todd is that rare dude; he rocks as a drummer and amazing vocals.

[@mozzetti1]

Both don’t “replace”, they pay tribute to.

[@felipousismix]

Todd looks like a really nice guy

[@Rocco11510]

This man single handedly brought back Queensryche from a 25+ year slump! Their last 3 albums have been incredible, and Queensryche NEVER would have done that these days with Geoff Tate. If you remember where Queensryche was before Todd rescued them, they were in the middle of some weird Geoff headed burlesque theme weirdness. They had no idea what to do, they were so lost. Todd brought Queensryche back to being REAL Queensryche! Thank you Todd!

[@80smetalrecyclebin]

great comment Michael. You are so right!!! We are HUGE fans of the rebirth of Queensryche. We hope for the return of Scott!

[@trento777]

Totally agree. BTW, yours was the 1st comment.

[@bassmonsteradsit7160]

Totally. as a fan starting in the late 80's as a highschooler, I love the classic lineup with Geoff, but totally agree with you. Mad respect for Geoff and QR era, but total props go Todd for just bringing what he brings and the resurgence of Queensryche! not to mentions Todd's bad ass heavy solo stuff as well!

[@hinjurock70]

They're a really good Queensryche tribute band now.

[@skeletal13]

@@hinjurock70 hmmm. By that logic, was Deep Purple a Deep Purple tribute band when they got to MK II? Scorpions a tribute band when they replaced everyone but Klaus and Rudolph on the second album? If you had a band and replaced some of your members, would yours be a tribute band?

[@joegi6431]

what a nice bloke

[@nunz777]

He's an excellent vocalist.

[@daviclar867]

sounds like the end interview.

[@xvola6888]

Seems like a nice guy

[@blodguizer]

Todd seems to be a very decent man and his humility is rare in a career full of egotists. I grew up listening to Queensryche and after hearing his version of Queen of the Reich I just couldn't listen to it. His vocal style is just too different and yet so similar to most metal front men. Geoff Tate has been and will always be one of a kind. No one can ever replace him but I have much respect for Todd giving it his best effort.

[@lancejasper7708]

He sings great

[@bovillacis8120]

A true Professional Todd La Torre.

[@SSTIXX-lc9qd]

Cool guy

[@chrispriest1904]

sounds like a great guy to me carrying the Q.R torch

[@maenaka11]

Todd La Torre, upon taking over as lead singer of Queensryshe, demonstrated that he is a spectacular vocalist. The studio albums with him are very good and the band's height. With all due respect to Geoff Tate, though, La Torre has sparked a renaissance at Queensryshe.

[@rreennommaann]

Todd is killer!!!

[@tanyaanderson1071]

I do like Todd and I'm glad the band is back. I have every album and basically everything Queensryche related. I respect Todd. But for me, Geoff Tate is irreplaceable. In my opinion though, they hired a singer who sounds very similar to Geoff Tate. I wish them well. I guess I just miss the Queensryche lineup that included Geoff, Chris, and Scott.

[@acebrockton1828]

Bam💥✌🔥🤘nuff said!

[@suprchickn7745]

Yeah and with problems with Scott who knows what will happen but I wish them all luck.

[@madmaxx3573]

Stay frosty Headbangers 🤘🤘

[@stevebarrios4626]

Not going to lie didn't like him at first queensrÿche fan Geoff tate fan and it hurt what Geoff was doing to the rest of the band once he left I even got to see him in 2013 but was still skeptic about Todd but as a late bloomer to Todd with Queen's Right he this man is growing on me the power in this man's voice and songs off their new album digital alliance here sorrow that song captures me and I haven't felt that way about a queensryche song since the early days still love them still love the name God bless you Michael Wilton you're carrying on the flame

[@BAR-ct7ti]

I like him.

[@diegodz7510]

La Torre The Tower know your grandfather was born here 🇮🇹 come on mate !!!