Kamelot Status for the Festival

Harvester · September 3rd, 2010, 07:31 PM

Kamelot singer falls ill, North American Tour To Go On!
Posted on September 3, 2010
The following statement was made by the band:

Hello Kamelot Nation,

The band and crew are all here in Tampa rehearsing for the tour – Visas have been cleared and the guys are in good spirits and ready to party with all of you. However, during rehearsals, Roy became severely ill. Due to this, as yet undiagnosed, illness, Roy reluctantly has been forced to head back home to Norway. He is currently under his physician’s care, but unfortunately these circumstances will prevent him from joining us on the North American concert tour. Of course, we want Roy to take care of his health as priority one for now and for the future. After much consideration on how to proceed, all of us in Kamelot feel strongly about keeping our commitment to our fans, promoters, and support bands on this tour! We are all ready and excited about playing these shows, we have flown in people from around the world to be apart of it and it has been in the works over a year! Therefore, we are working diligently with a fantastic singer willing to step in at the eleventh hour in order to make this tour a reality – our good friend Michael from Circus Maximus (Norway) has agreed to fill in for Roy! And we are excited to announce a special guest: Swedish vocalist Elize Ryd from Amaranthe will be joining the band on the North American Tour. She will also be part of the VIP meet and greet! Elize toured with us on our Summer Pandemonium Tour and also the European tour earlier this Spring. Also as a special thank you to our North American fans, our friends at ESP guitars have donated a beautiful ESP guitar which will be signed by Thomas Youngblood and given away at the end of our North American tour – this contest is open only to North American tour concert goers. Fans can enter for a chance to win this exclusive item by signing up in the designated area at each show! More surprises are in store at many shows including special guest appearances and more.”

Roy especially would like to add:

“I am terribly sorry that I cannot do this upcoming tour in North-America this fall. We have our most fantastic album ever coming out in September, and the timing could have been better I guess. The band has my full and unconditional blessing to go out there and kick ass regardless, and I feel we have found a good replacement in Michael. He is a very good singer and long time friend. Be good to him! Hope to see you soon!” All the best from Roy Khan.

Michael states:

“Roy and I go way back, so when he called and asked me to help him and the rest of Kamelot to do their long planned USA tour, I told him, “Sure bro, I am there for you.”

It will be big shoes to fill , but in his honor I will do my best to give the Kamelot fans a show they have long awaited. So grab your earplugs and come join the party!”

We cannot thank you enough for your tremendous support over the years, and look forward to being out to meet more of you on the road! Please join us in wishing Roy a speedy recovery, and swift return to us!”

KAMELOT will release “Poetry For The Poisoned” on September 10th in Europe. September 14th, 2010 in North

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I would like to thank Kamelot for continuing with their tour despite the hardship. That shows pure professionalism and class. I would also like to thank Michael for stepping up to the plate at the very last minute to keep things going. I would not have been able to replace a headliner band within only seven days before their scheduled appearance.

I do understand the fans' disappointment. However, I would say that Kamelot's disappointment is equal.

Michael can do this folks:

You Tube

The show must go on....

jem777az · September 3rd, 2010, 07:37 PM

I hope Roy is OK, but kudos to Michael and the band for stepping up to the plate.

Mynock · September 3rd, 2010, 07:40 PM

As much as I love Kamelot, I am really looking forward to hear Michael Eriksen on Kamelot songs. This is going to be very interesting.

J-Dubya 777 · September 3rd, 2010, 07:41 PM

Kudos to soldiering on without Roy. We all know that Michael is an awesome singer, and kudos to him for taking on this gargantuan task!
Most of all, I hope Roy gets well as soon as possible!

ladyFreyja83 · September 3rd, 2010, 07:43 PM

Sad to hear we will not be seeing Roy I hope for his recovery...but Micheal is an amazing replacement....both tremendous vocalists and I look forward to hanging out with Erikson at yet another PP!

compurocker · September 3rd, 2010, 07:46 PM

Very mixed emotions right now. Concerned for Roy, sad he won't be there, impressed the band is continuing the tour without him, glad I'll still get to see Kamelot in a week, and excited to see how Michael Eriksen does with Kamelot's material. I love his vocals in Circus Maximus, and really no matter which of them was filling in for the other, they'd have big shoes to fill.

J-Man · September 3rd, 2010, 07:46 PM

Really sad to hear about Roy, but with Micheal, I don't think they will skip a beat, can't wait to hear this combination.

evilernie667 · September 3rd, 2010, 07:48 PM

All the best to Roy and I hope he is getting better soon.

Of course I am dissappointed that he can't be there but that is something that can happen to all of as and therefore I am happy that they didn't cancell the show.

sarbah77 · September 3rd, 2010, 07:48 PM

We're watching the Circus Maximus tracks on the PPX DVD as I saw this news and... well... wow! way for Michael to step up!! I'm sorry for Kamelot - this has to be tough for them!

PureXul · September 3rd, 2010, 07:52 PM

Wow...best wishes to Roy on a speedy recovery. It's disappointing that he won't be able to do the tour but I'm pretty excited to see Michael performing with them, he's a great replacement and it should be a lot of fun.

imaskinbeater · September 3rd, 2010, 07:57 PM

WOW, shocking news to say the least. I hope it's nothing serious with Roy. It will be great to see Mike again though, he will do a fine job!

Dustro25 · September 3rd, 2010, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarbah77

We're watching the Circus Maximus tracks on the PPX DVD as I saw this news and... well... wow! way for Michael to step up!! I'm sorry for Kamelot - this has to be tough for them!

Im waching now as well

LOVE Michael! Hope Roy recovers...

Prog_Please · September 3rd, 2010, 07:59 PM

This is going to be very exciting!

nomisofsiman · September 3rd, 2010, 07:59 PM

This sucks for Kamelot fans, but you have to give the band credit and Michael for continuing on. Not many bands would do the same thing. And of course, I wish Roy the best in his health.

Dragongrrrl · September 3rd, 2010, 08:02 PM

Best wishes and a speedy recovery to Khan, and huge kudos to the band for choosing to continue the tour without him. I'm looking forward to hearing Mike singing Kamelot songs - I think he'll do just fine.

Diamond45 · September 3rd, 2010, 08:05 PM

Sad to hear this, hope that Roy recovers soon, and hope that the show will go on with Michael!

hoodaman · September 3rd, 2010, 08:08 PM

they absolutely could not have picked a more suitable replacement vocalist considering the circumstances. I remember the first time I heard "A Darkened Mind" and the first thing I thought of when Mike started singing was "boy he sure sounds like Kahn..."

See You In Hell · September 3rd, 2010, 08:09 PM

First and foremost, here's hoping Roy makes a speedy and complete recovery from his illness. While Roy is, in my opinion, one of the best vocalists in metal I must say that I also consider Michael one of the best vocalists in metal. Sure, things are going to be different but I have confidence in Michael's ability to step right in and add his own depth to the music. Class acts all the way around: Kamelot for being troopers and making sure their North American fans won't miss this tour and Michael for stepping in at the last minute to fill some very big shoes. I am very much looking forward to the performance!

Purveyor Of Evil · September 3rd, 2010, 08:09 PM

Please get well, Roy! And, thank you to the KAMELOT camp for soldiering on. I have full confidence that Mikey will do just fine. Also, thanks to Mike for pinch-hitting for Roy!

Yonfon · September 3rd, 2010, 08:10 PM

saddened to hear Roy wont be there
But if anyone would of taken his spot im glad it is Michael Eriksen.

Reverend Su · September 3rd, 2010, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J-Dubya 777

Kudos to soldiering on without Roy. We all know that Michael is an awesome singer, and kudos to him for taking on this gargantuan task!
Most of all, I hope Roy gets well as soon as possible!

QFT

ladyFreyja83 · September 3rd, 2010, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hoodaman

they absolutely could not have picked a more suitable replacement vocalist considering the circumstances. I remember the first time I heard "A Darkened Mind" and the first thing I thought of when Mike started singing was "boy he sure sounds like Kahn..."

THIS:

Could not agree more! he will do an awesome job!

miel · September 3rd, 2010, 08:13 PM

Has anyone checked on Christina yet?!

(disclaimer: just trying to inject a little humor here; not *at all* making light of the circumstances)

~Jen

Dragongrrrl · September 3rd, 2010, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miel

Has anyone checked on Christina yet?!

(disclaimer: just trying to inject a little humor here; not *at all* making light of the circumstances)

~Jen

You know, this was one of my first thoughts too.

J-Man · September 3rd, 2010, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miel

Has anyone checked on Christina yet?!

(disclaimer: just trying to inject a little humor here; not *at all* making light of the circumstances)

~Jen

I think she is at the Rush concert

September 3rd, 2010, 07:37 PM	#2 (permalink)
jem777az Bozzman Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 947	I hope Roy is OK, but kudos to Michael and the band for stepping up to the plate. Last edited by jem777az : September 3rd, 2010 at 07:41 PM.

September 3rd, 2010, 07:40 PM	#3 (permalink)
Mynock French Toast Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Aurora, IL Posts: 85	As much as I love Kamelot, I am really looking forward to hear Michael Eriksen on Kamelot songs. This is going to be very interesting. __________________ We will take you with us...

September 3rd, 2010, 07:46 PM	#6 (permalink)
compurocker rocking out Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Aurora, IL Posts: 277	Very mixed emotions right now. Concerned for Roy, sad he won't be there, impressed the band is continuing the tour without him, glad I'll still get to see Kamelot in a week, and excited to see how Michael Eriksen does with Kamelot's material. I love his vocals in Circus Maximus, and really no matter which of them was filling in for the other, they'd have big shoes to fill. __________________

September 3rd, 2010, 07:46 PM	#7 (permalink)
J-Man Old as Yoda Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 5,165	Really sad to hear about Roy, but with Micheal, I don't think they will skip a beat, can't wait to hear this combination. __________________ "When 900 years old you reach, look as good you will not, HMMM?" Proud father of Mary And Rachel, my metal sweeties Proud Grandpa of Jace Aaron, my little metal buddy

September 3rd, 2010, 07:48 PM	#9 (permalink)
sarbah77 Hey you. With the hair. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 215	We're watching the Circus Maximus tracks on the PPX DVD as I saw this news and... well... wow! way for Michael to step up!! I'm sorry for Kamelot - this has to be tough for them! __________________ Co-sponsor of MaYan for ProgPower XIII Co-sponsor of Haken for ProgPower XII

September 3rd, 2010, 07:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
J-Dubya 777 It NEVER ends Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cheeseland USA Posts: 7,599	Kudos to soldiering on without Roy. We all know that Michael is an awesome singer, and kudos to him for taking on this gargantuan task! Most of all, I hope Roy gets well as soon as possible!

September 3rd, 2010, 07:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
ladyFreyja83 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Seattle Posts: 41	Sad to hear we will not be seeing Roy I hope for his recovery...but Micheal is an amazing replacement....both tremendous vocalists and I look forward to hanging out with Erikson at yet another PP!

September 3rd, 2010, 07:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
evilernie667 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11	All the best to Roy and I hope he is getting better soon. Of course I am dissappointed that he can't be there but that is something that can happen to all of as and therefore I am happy that they didn't cancell the show.

September 3rd, 2010, 07:52 PM	#10 (permalink)
PureXul Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 283	Wow...best wishes to Roy on a speedy recovery. It's disappointing that he won't be able to do the tour but I'm pretty excited to see Michael performing with them, he's a great replacement and it should be a lot of fun.

September 3rd, 2010, 07:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
imaskinbeater clinically insane drumnut Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Long Island Posts: 556	WOW, shocking news to say the least. I hope it's nothing serious with Roy. It will be great to see Mike again though, he will do a fine job! __________________ -Andy "Drifting in and out his mind never rests lying in shadows replaying a thousand regrets" Facebook- www.facebook.com/andy.selden Proud co-sponsor of Solution .45 for ProgPower USA XIII

September 3rd, 2010, 07:59 PM	#13 (permalink)
Prog_Please Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 515	This is going to be very exciting! __________________ Better to reign in hell than serve in heaven. R.I.P. ISIS

September 3rd, 2010, 08:02 PM	#15 (permalink)
Dragongrrrl Mistress Sassmuffin Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 674	Best wishes and a speedy recovery to Khan, and huge kudos to the band for choosing to continue the tour without him. I'm looking forward to hearing Mike singing Kamelot songs - I think he'll do just fine. __________________ 'Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.' --Emerson.

September 3rd, 2010, 08:05 PM	#16 (permalink)
Diamond45 Terminate Rap Crap Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Fredericksburg, VA USA Posts: 2,368	Sad to hear this, hope that Roy recovers soon, and hope that the show will go on with Michael! __________________ "Diamond Dave" Put an end to bad music. Support a metal band or festival today! Proud Co-Sponsor for LANFEAR for ProgPower USA XIII Proud past PP USA Co-Sponsor for Eldritch (XII), DGM (XI), Sabaton (X)

September 3rd, 2010, 08:08 PM	#17 (permalink)
hoodaman Geek of the Week Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 546	they absolutely could not have picked a more suitable replacement vocalist considering the circumstances. I remember the first time I heard "A Darkened Mind" and the first thing I thought of when Mike started singing was "boy he sure sounds like Kahn..." __________________ It is possible to not understand without being confused. It is possible to be inaccessible without hiding. It is possible to be aware without being awake.

September 3rd, 2010, 08:09 PM	#18 (permalink)
See You In Hell Is this the real McCoy? Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 656	First and foremost, here's hoping Roy makes a speedy and complete recovery from his illness. While Roy is, in my opinion, one of the best vocalists in metal I must say that I also consider Michael one of the best vocalists in metal. Sure, things are going to be different but I have confidence in Michael's ability to step right in and add his own depth to the music. Class acts all the way around: Kamelot for being troopers and making sure their North American fans won't miss this tour and Michael for stepping in at the last minute to fill some very big shoes. I am very much looking forward to the performance!

September 3rd, 2010, 08:09 PM	#19 (permalink)
Purveyor Of Evil I'm Dehumanized Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hughestown, PA. Posts: 2,868	Please get well, Roy! And, thank you to the KAMELOT camp for soldiering on. I have full confidence that Mikey will do just fine. Also, thanks to Mike for pinch-hitting for Roy!

September 3rd, 2010, 08:10 PM	#20 (permalink)
Yonfon Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Pico Rivera CA Posts: 126	saddened to hear Roy wont be there But if anyone would of taken his spot im glad it is Michael Eriksen. __________________

September 3rd, 2010, 08:13 PM	#23 (permalink)
miel Mrs. Harvester Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 973	Has anyone checked on Christina yet?! (disclaimer: just trying to inject a little humor here; not at all making light of the circumstances) ~Jen __________________ Be sure to visit ProgPower USA's official: Facebook MySpace Twitter YouTube Channel Tumblr Last.fm Group Flickr Group Pandora Google+ Pinterest new!

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