Tate discussed the project in a new podcast interview, likening the album to “early Queensrÿche.” Ostensibly, it would be released under Tate’s own name, as he parted ways with Queensrÿche in 2012.

Geoff Tate plans to release a new album called Mindcrime III, which will be unveiled a song or two at a time. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Geoff Tate For a while now, it’s been a trend for touring bands ...

In addition to releasing the Operation: Mindcrime and Sweet Oblivion albums, Tate’s maintained a packed touring schedule. Credit: (Geoff Tate/Submitted) Geoff Tate is returning to Tucson. He’ll take ...

Geoff Tate of Seattle rock band Queensryche will sing the national anthem before the Seattle Seahawks take on the New Orleans Saints Sunday at Qwest Field. Tate will perform just before the 5:15 p.m.

For the better part of the 1980s, Queensrÿche was a head-turning progressive metal band opening for some of the bigger tours — including Kiss’ 1984 makeup-less “Animalize Tour,” as well as 1988’s Def ...

Geoff Tate, former singer/songwriter for Queensryche, is bringing his solo show to Iowa City's First Avenue Club on Sept. 29, 2023. (Courtesy of Geoff Tate) Buy Photo During his 30 years as singer and ...

Metal has a long history of people making dramatic exits from famous bands from the bitter firing of Dave Mustaine from Metallica in 1983 to the bitter firing of Jay Weinberg from Slipknot last year.