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Firewind is a Greek power metal band that was originally created as a way for guitarist Gus G. to market his demo album Nocturnal Symphony in 1998. They became a full band over three years later when they recorded Between Heaven and Hell. The band line-up changed between each album until the final change after their fifth, Allegiance They have recorded two albums with this current line-up, with new singer Apollo Papathanasio (Evil Masquerade).
The demo attracted the attention of Leviathan Records, but activity was put on hold when Gus was hired by Dream Evil and Mystic Prophecy.
After the release of his other bands’ debut albums, Gus’ attention returned to the Firewind project. Only he remained from the original formation - Leviathan owner David T. Chastain brought in vocalist Stephen Fredrick and drummer Brian Harris (both ex-Kenziner), while Gus enlisted the help of bassist Konstantine, a fellow Greek. this line-up recorded the debut album Between Heaven and Hell.
In 2003, new changes were instituted as Norwegian drummer Stian Kristoffersen and Greek bassist Petros Christo joined the band. Harris and Konstantine had been replaced as Gus was looking for a more permanent rhythm section that was prepared to tour. This line-up recorded Burning Earth and went on a tour of Japan with Rob Rock, but without vocalist Stephen Fredrick, who was not prepared to go on the road (despite prior guarantees to the contrary). His replacement on the Burning the Earth Tour, the Sri Lankan singer Chitral ‘Chity’ Somapala, was given the job full-time. Fellow touring member Bob Katsionis was also hired permanently to play keyboards. Firewind got a worldwide deal with Century Media by the end of that year.
The demo attracted the attention of Leviathan Records, but activity was put on hold when Gus was hired by Dream Evil and Mystic Prophecy.
After the release of his other bands’ debut albums, Gus’ attention returned to the Firewind project. Only he remained from the original formation - Leviathan owner David T. Chastain brought in vocalist Stephen Fredrick and drummer Brian Harris (both ex-Kenziner), while Gus enlisted the help of bassist Konstantine, a fellow Greek. this line-up recorded the debut album Between Heaven and Hell.
In 2003, new changes were instituted as Norwegian drummer Stian Kristoffersen and Greek bassist Petros Christo joined the band. Harris and Konstantine had been replaced as Gus was looking for a more permanent rhythm section that was prepared to tour. This line-up recorded Burning Earth and went on a tour of Japan with Rob Rock, but without vocalist Stephen Fredrick, who was not prepared to go on the road (despite prior guarantees to the contrary). His replacement on the Burning the Earth Tour, the Sri Lankan singer Chitral ‘Chity’ Somapala, was given the job full-time. Fellow touring member Bob Katsionis was also hired permanently to play keyboards. Firewind got a worldwide deal with Century Media by the end of that year.
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The Premonition
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Allegiance
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Burning Earth
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hammerstrikebg wrote:
Land of Eternity!
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Mima_Noskov_ wrote:
love you guyssssss...and come to brasil, please!!!
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ToBiazs wrote:
wtf ? Mark Cross left the band :(
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Death_RAW wrote:
Firewind are great!!!! I will miss Mark Cross as the drummer though :(. Also check out Apollo Papathanasio's other band EVIL MASQUERADE. He sings even more powerful with them. FADE TO BLACK is best release 2009 imo.
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ladyinblack09 wrote:
they're fucking awesome.
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awienzstar wrote:
noo gay.. where are disearthly fashion did u cumup with that'
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awienzstar wrote:
AMEN..
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kolpikov wrote:
One of most awesome power metal bands. I like all their songs! Great music.
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Sporeos wrote:
Ah wana see them live again! Was at the front last time was epic.
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c4551dy wrote:
i hope they will die soon
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Pallovnik wrote:
GAY!
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awienzstar wrote:
oyeayah! just hearing it now! 4 sure..
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Henry994 wrote:
The Fire And The Fury is full of awesomeness.
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awienzstar wrote:
Falling to pieces - great solo..
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awienzstar wrote:
You need some moody blues ice..
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Ice_Wizard wrote:
Nah got better than Maniac
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Wesz_W wrote:
Favorite song is Maniac, it's just so damn catchy!
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awienzstar wrote:
It's a goody yeapn..
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STARGATEfan01 wrote:
Brother's Keeper <3 I'm addicted to this song... Whole "Burning Earth" is a quite good album^^
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awienzstar wrote:
yes Julie they do..
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Events
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Feb
12
Firewind en Mexico Cancelado!!!!!
Hard Rock Live, Ciudad de México, Mexico City, Mexico
23 shouts
| 12 attendees
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Feb
14
Bicentennial Festival
Circo Volador, Mexico City, Mexico
5 shouts
| 9 attendees
News
Metal Hammer Readers Polls!
3 Feb 2010 | from blog.myspace.com/firewind
Metal Hammer Readers Polls!Greece's Metal Hammer Readers Polls results for 2009 just came out and FIREWIND are winners this year again!Best Greek Band: 1. FIREWIND2. Rotting Christ3. Suicidal Angels4.. …
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- Firewind posted a news item ‘Metal Hammer Readers Polls!’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘X-MAS Contest Winner!’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘Gus G. enters Guitar Wars!’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘Mexico dates cancelled’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘FIREWIND announce new drummer’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘Gus G. schedules NAMM 2010 appearances’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘Special X-MAS CONTEST Announced @ FIREWIND's Merch Store! Enter NOW & WIN a signed…’. yesterday evening
- Firewind posted a news item ‘FIREWIND announces first ever Mexico shows!!’. yesterday evening
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