Esprit D'Air celebrates the 40th anniversary of Iron Maiden's iconic track "The Trooper" with an extraordinary cover. They bring in the talented Tim "Ripper" Owens from KK's Priest and ex-Judas Priest for guest vocals, while Ben Christo from The Sisters of Mercy showcases his guitar skills. Don't miss this exceptional collaboration! Kai’s vocal video cover … Continue reading Classic Cover: Esprit D’Air with Tim “Ripper” Owens and Ben Christo – “The Trooper” (original by Iron Maiden)
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Tim “Ripper” Owens / Neuronspoiler / Echotime – Bannermans, Edinburgh (31st May 2017)
First up tonight from Urbino in Italy are Echotime, The intro “In-Side” starts up to herald in “Mr Valentine” from their new album Side. The band have a great sound and singer in Alex. They are mentioned a lot as a prog style band and I can hear elements in their sound to that effect. There … Continue reading Tim “Ripper” Owens / Neuronspoiler / Echotime – Bannermans, Edinburgh (31st May 2017)
Wildfire 2016 – first huge announcement!
In a bit of rush this morning so excuse the cut/paste post, but look at this early line-up just released for next year's Wildfire Festival! Tim "Ripper" Owens on the Friday night and a bevy of other acts to be scheduled in over the weekend. Tickets still held at 2015 prices and a limited number … Continue reading Wildfire 2016 – first huge announcement!
Tim “Ripper” Owens – O2ABC2 Glasgow, 25.07.15
We get to the venue early and meet the tour manager at the door of the O2ABC. There's no rush to go inside as on this very rare occasion the sun has made an appearance, one of the few times this year. As we stand there squinting, unaccustomed to the brightness of the day, he … Continue reading Tim “Ripper” Owens – O2ABC2 Glasgow, 25.07.15
Interview: Tim “Ripper” Owens
I was lucky enough to catch up with Tim Ripper Owens back stage in Glasgow on the last date of their current tour. Even though he had a bit of a rough night the night before, one too many drinks down in Manchester, and only made it to the venue a few hours before the … Continue reading Interview: Tim “Ripper” Owens
Tim “Ripper” Owens – UK tour dates
Ex Judas Priest, Iced Earth, Yngwie Malmsteen, Dio Disciples and Beyond Fear Vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens is touring the UK in July. Grammy nominated Tim, backed by members of the band Sandstone, promises a setlist from the wide range of bands and projects he has been involved with including the likes of "Jugulator", "Dead Meat", … Continue reading Tim “Ripper” Owens – UK tour dates