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“There aren't any songs that I would call impossible to play live, but some are difficult. A lot of Queensryche songs are difficult to play live. It's quite a difficult question to answer because everybody (In the band) has their own opinion of what's difficult to play.”

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Geoff Tate, born on January 14, 1959, is a renowned singer known for his distinctive voice and stage presence. He is one of the iconic figures in the rock music scene. more

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