FINAL CURTAIN FOR OPERATION: MINDCRIME

Exceptional vocalist Geoff Tate brings an iconic chapter of rock history to Pratteln with Operation: Mindcrime – The Final Chapter. The former Queensrÿche frontman returns to Z7 with his current band to perform the celebrated prog-metal concept album Operation: Mindcrime in its entirety – one last time.

Geoff Tate is without doubt one of the most striking figures in the international metal scene. The multi-platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter rose to fame above all through his more than 30 years as the creative force and driving spirit behind the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. Under his leadership, Queensrÿche sold over 20 million albums worldwide and performed in more than 50 countries. Geoff is widely regarded as one of the most talented singers in the entire genre, and hundreds of contemporary artists cite him and his former band as key influences on their own careers. With a unique blend of socially critical, masterfully written lyrics and energetic, melodically complex compositions, Queensrÿche earned worldwide recognition under Tate’s guidance as a rock band for discerning listeners. Within the extensive catalogue of Tate and Queensrÿche, the 1988 album Operation: Mindcrime holds a truly special status. This sophisticated metal opera is often ranked by critics alongside rock-history milestones such as Tommy by The Who or The Wall by Pink Floyd as one of the most important concept albums of all time – an opus without equal, even beyond the metal genre. On the current tour, which kicked off in January in the United States, Geoff Tate performs Operation: Mindcrime from start to finish, bringing its epic tale of revolution, betrayal and redemption to life one final time. Fans can experience the full power and emotional depth of this groundbreaking album in a gripping performance that perfectly captures the spirit of the original recordings and shows Geoff Tate at the peak of his powers. Operation: Mindcrime – The Final Chapter is a live event not to be missed.