Geoff Tate

Geoff Tate

Geoff Tate is an American singer associated with progressive rock, progressive metal, rock and hard rock. He is the former lead singer of Queensrÿche, a role that makes him one of the best-known voices linked with progressive metal. He is also a singer-songwriter and is connected with the projects Queensrÿche, Operation: Mindcrime and Sweet Oblivion.

His work is described as spanning a wide vocal range, from high notes to lower registers. He is credited with helping reshape the sound of progressive metal and influencing many later artists. In addition to his band work, he is associated with alternative rock and rock.

Other usage of the name

The name Geoff Tate also refers to a stand-up comedian from Cincinnati, Ohio, who is based in Los Angeles, California. That performer releases the albums Just Another Clown and I Got Potential and hosts the podcast Afternoon, Everybody!, which focuses on the television series Cheers!.