Stratovarius: Pioneers of Finnish Power Metal
Stratovarius is a highly influential Finnish power metal band renowned for their melodic, neoclassical, and symphonic style, characterized by high-pitched vocals, fast guitar and keyboard solos, and epic songwriting.Formed in Helsinki, Finland, in 1984 by guitarist Timo Tolkki, originally named Black Water. Key lineup solidified in mid-1990s with vocalist Timo Kotipelto, keyboardist Jens Johansson, bassist Jari Kainulainen, and drummer Jörg Michael. Released landmark albums like 'Visions' (19...