Tommy is Kamelot's new vocalist (with 'Sacrimony'-video on page 3)

Shadowsoul · June 22nd, 2012, 09:41 AM

http://www.kamelot.com/site/news/the...-new-vocalist/

Whilst it's excellent news for Tommy, what does this mean for Seventh Wonder? With a new Kamelot album and the tours that follow, does that put SW out of action for the foreseeable future? Or could this increase the band's popularity and perhaps bring them some new connections for recording future albums?

Minoin · June 22nd, 2012, 10:39 AM

No, he is still with SeventhWonder! When I read the Kamelot post, I went crazy! But when you read his biography on the Kamelot website all was well http://www.kamelot.com/site/tommy/
I guess this means he will not be fire fighting anymore, instead making money with music

He deserves it.
Btw, the Kamelot fans actually seem to love him.

Tommy, have alot of fun and thank you for not quiting on the Seventh Wonder family!

dtguitarfan · June 22nd, 2012, 10:55 AM

He's officially still with Seventh Wonder? Man, when I heard I felt like I had just found out my best friend had cancer....

RaptorGTA · June 22nd, 2012, 11:03 AM

thank god...a great choice for Kamelot..but thank god he aint leaving SW. Does this mean SW can tour in America now? pleeease!

Kazar · June 22nd, 2012, 11:08 AM

Indeed, Tommy is NOT leaving Seventh Wonder!

Official statements can be read here:
Tommy joins Kamelot: official statements!

Edd037 · June 22nd, 2012, 11:56 AM

Congrats to Tommy.

Also excellent news for Kamelot (one of my other favorite bands). I was worried after Khan left that they would lose their edge, but recruiting the best singer around at the moment shows they are still at the top of their game.

I think this could also be good news for Seventh Wonder. I guess now that Tommy will be with Kamelot for most of the year, it gives SW a window to tour/release new albums which could focus their efforts. Instead of saying the next album will come out in the next 2-3 years, for example, the band will know Tommy will only be away from Kamelot in July so they have to record a new album then.

Not to mention the increased publicity which will give SW the recognition they deserve.

Frankgate · June 22nd, 2012, 12:11 PM

Should Tommy leave SW I could not but kill him *sorry*

Prog-Agressive · June 22nd, 2012, 12:21 PM

Congratulations! You always were the best choice for Kamelot.

Is good to know that you'll visit Chile soon or later with Kamelot! and someday with SW.

Xandra · June 22nd, 2012, 01:02 PM

I'm so incredibly glad he's going to do both bands, it would have broken my heart if he had left Seventh Wonder. But like this, I could hug the whole world!!

This is going to be amazing for both bands, I can feel it!

Congratulations, Tommy!! Just promise me one thing - stay as awesome as you are and don't ever change, now that you become a big rock star!

donKyle · June 22nd, 2012, 01:45 PM

I'm happy for him, but at the same time I'm not a huge fan of Kamelot. I just hope everything works out, and maybe I'll start to like them more, but that's still doubtful. I hope he's able to stay with Seventh Wonder. Not just now, but also in the future.

Frankgate · June 22nd, 2012, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donKyle

Not just now, but also in the future.

that's the point

donKyle · June 22nd, 2012, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaptorGTA

thank god...a great choice for Kamelot..but thank god he aint leaving SW. Does this mean SW can tour in America now? pleeease!

Yeah, I was just thinking that Kamelot could bring SW along for their next world tour. I wonder how likely it is that it would happen.

Xandra · June 22nd, 2012, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donKyle

Yeah, I was just thinking that Kamelot could bring SW along for their next world tour. I wonder how likely it is that it would happen.

Can you remember a tour where the singer of the headliner also sang for the support band? That's how big the chances are...

makes me a bit sad, all the time when I was in doubt I had focused on the hope they could jump on a tour on day.

About having time for both bands... I think he can do it. Oliver can do it with Sons of Seasons and SoS has been playing quite a lot of live shows over the last two years... it's all a matter of planning.

Kazar · June 22nd, 2012, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donKyle

Yeah, I was just thinking that Kamelot could bring SW along for their next world tour. I wonder how likely it is that it would happen.

World tour?:
Well, let's say 'unlikely', a.k.a. 'never'!

A 'one time happening'?:
Sure, you can dream about that...

donKyle · June 23rd, 2012, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xandra

Can you remember a tour where the singer of the headliner also sang for the support band? That's how big the chances are...

makes me a bit sad, all the time when I was in doubt I had focused on the hope they could jump on a tour on day.

About having time for both bands... I think he can do it. Oliver can do it with Sons of Seasons and SoS has been playing quite a lot of live shows over the last two years... it's all a matter of planning.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kazar

World tour?:
Well, let's say 'unlikely', a.k.a. 'never'!

A 'one time happening'?:
Sure, you can dream about that...

Well, I just thought I'd throw the idea out there. You never know!

And about him being able to share time between bands: I really really really hope it works out because I think SW makes better music than Kamelot.

lightgale · June 23rd, 2012, 11:01 PM

Congrats Tommy,
and make the best out of both worlds. And pleaseeeeee, do not neglect SW, it may not be as mainstream as Kamelot, but it's so much better.
All the best!

marshmallow · June 23rd, 2012, 11:53 PM

I don't doubt Tommy's ability to work with both, and as a big fan of Kamelot (2nd only to SW), this excites me greatly.

RuRoRul · June 24th, 2012, 05:30 PM

Glad Tommy is getting the opportunity for even more people to hear and appreciate his voice, and even though I wasn't really impressed by the last two Kamelot albums I find it difficult to imagine disliking something with Tommy singing so maybe this will just result in even more good music for me to get to listen to though.

I really hope this doesn't eventually mean Seventh Wonder end or get relegated to side project status, since they are ony of my absolute favourite bands and probably the single band I'm most eager to hear more from - so far they have only got better and better and their last two albums are among the best I've heard. I know Tommy is not leaving and that a balance between two bands is possible, and I'm sure everyone will want to continue with Seventh Wonder, but from a fans' perspective there's never really any way to be sure what will happen and only time will tell. Will be waiting with even more baited breath now for a new Seventh Wonder album - you really are the single best prospect for new music today.

LolaLolasen · July 6th, 2012, 05:36 PM

I am a relatively new fan. I just found Seventh Wonder this spring and so far I just bought "Mercy Falls", which I think is a fantastic album.

Actually I found SW because of Tommys guest performances for Kamelot, and I think that Kamelot really made a good choice here. Also for SW it can be a step upwards. BUT Tommy ... please take care of yourself. Don't get stress and remember the family and the fun!

Kazar · July 11th, 2012, 07:53 PM

Tommy's first official show with Kamelot will be tonight!!
The place to be to witness this event: the 'Masters of Rock Festival' in the Czech Republic.

All the best of luck, Tommy!!

sirclansman · July 13th, 2012, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kazar

Tommy's first official show with Kamelot will be tonight!!
The place to be to witness this event: the 'Masters of Rock Festival' in the Czech Republic.

All the best of luck, Tommy!!

Really cant wait for the possible videos from Czech! One of my good friends and collagues did saw this and send me an sms last nite saying: "Tommy and Kamelot. Total win! Little issues but a great combination. Full stage show too. Awsome!"

sirclansman · July 15th, 2012, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sirclansman

Really cant wait for the possible videos from Czech!

Oh, here's the one, a totally new Kamelot-tune with T-man!:

Go Tommy!

Kazar · July 15th, 2012, 04:03 AM

Finally some videos from the first two Festivals Kamelot played at!

This is "Karma" from the 'Bang Your Head'-Festival in Germany:

* Removed from YouTube *

(And again) "Sacrimony", the new song, which of course was also played at BYH:

* Removed from YouTube *

From the 'Masters Of Rock'-Festival, here's 'Forever':

You Tube

Edit: only 'Forever' still works.

RuRoRul · July 19th, 2012, 10:41 AM

http://rocklivebg.com/web/component/...rom-kamelot-en

Interview reveals new album title and release date, gives some info about the album and Tommy's involvement.

Makes me look forward to this more than I'd have thought possible to look forward to a Kamelot album before. I'd still rather not see anything that would slow down Seventh Wonder but Kamelot delivering an album back at The Black Halo quality with Tommy singing and writing most of the vocal melodies could be great.

korruption · July 22nd, 2012, 01:26 PM

Wow progress is coming along nicely.

June 22nd, 2012, 09:41 AM	#1 (permalink)
Shadowsoul Lost in SeventhWonderland Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: York, UK Posts: 207	Tommy is Kamelot's new vocalist (with 'Sacrimony'-video on page 3) http://www.kamelot.com/site/news/the...-new-vocalist/ Whilst it's excellent news for Tommy, what does this mean for Seventh Wonder? With a new Kamelot album and the tours that follow, does that put SW out of action for the foreseeable future? Or could this increase the band's popularity and perhaps bring them some new connections for recording future albums?

June 22nd, 2012, 10:55 AM	#3 (permalink)
dtguitarfan Prog Lover Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 163	He's officially still with Seventh Wonder? Man, when I heard I felt like I had just found out my best friend had cancer.... __________________ My Favorite Albums

June 22nd, 2012, 11:03 AM	#4 (permalink)
RaptorGTA Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: PA,USA Posts: 33	thank god...a great choice for Kamelot..but thank god he aint leaving SW. Does this mean SW can tour in America now? pleeease! __________________ "Theres got to be just more to make then this, or tell me why do we exsist.." Iron Maiden - Infinite Dreams "Nothing seems real, im starting to feel. Lost in the haze of a dream.." Dream Theater - Regression

June 22nd, 2012, 11:08 AM	#5 (permalink)
Kazar SW-moderator Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 734	Indeed, Tommy is NOT leaving Seventh Wonder! Official statements can be read here: Tommy joins Kamelot: official statements! __________________ Seventh Wonder's Facebook-page

June 22nd, 2012, 12:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
Prog-Agressive The Keyboard of OUTSIDERS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Santiago, Chile Posts: 44	Congratulations! You always were the best choice for Kamelot. Is good to know that you'll visit Chile soon or later with Kamelot! and someday with SW. __________________ www.myspace.com/outsidersbanda www.facebook.com/outsiderschile

June 22nd, 2012, 10:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
Minoin Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 23	No, he is still with SeventhWonder! When I read the Kamelot post, I went crazy! But when you read his biography on the Kamelot website all was well http://www.kamelot.com/site/tommy/ I guess this means he will not be fire fighting anymore, instead making money with music He deserves it. Btw, the Kamelot fans actually seem to love him. Tommy, have alot of fun and thank you for not quiting on the Seventh Wonder family!

June 22nd, 2012, 11:56 AM	#6 (permalink)
Edd037 Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 48	Congrats to Tommy. Also excellent news for Kamelot (one of my other favorite bands). I was worried after Khan left that they would lose their edge, but recruiting the best singer around at the moment shows they are still at the top of their game. I think this could also be good news for Seventh Wonder. I guess now that Tommy will be with Kamelot for most of the year, it gives SW a window to tour/release new albums which could focus their efforts. Instead of saying the next album will come out in the next 2-3 years, for example, the band will know Tommy will only be away from Kamelot in July so they have to record a new album then. Not to mention the increased publicity which will give SW the recognition they deserve.

June 22nd, 2012, 12:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
Frankgate Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 540	Should Tommy leave SW I could not but kill him sorry

June 22nd, 2012, 01:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
Xandra Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Germany Posts: 175	I'm so incredibly glad he's going to do both bands, it would have broken my heart if he had left Seventh Wonder. But like this, I could hug the whole world!! This is going to be amazing for both bands, I can feel it! Congratulations, Tommy!! Just promise me one thing - stay as awesome as you are and don't ever change, now that you become a big rock star! __________________ Kamelot Germany - Fanpage I Sons Of Seasons Germany - Fanpage

June 22nd, 2012, 01:45 PM	#10 (permalink)
donKyle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 496	I'm happy for him, but at the same time I'm not a huge fan of Kamelot. I just hope everything works out, and maybe I'll start to like them more, but that's still doubtful. I hope he's able to stay with Seventh Wonder. Not just now, but also in the future.

June 23rd, 2012, 11:01 PM	#16 (permalink)
lightgale Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 3	Congrats Tommy, and make the best out of both worlds. And pleaseeeeee, do not neglect SW, it may not be as mainstream as Kamelot, but it's so much better. All the best!

June 23rd, 2012, 11:53 PM	#17 (permalink)
marshmallow Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 28	I don't doubt Tommy's ability to work with both, and as a big fan of Kamelot (2nd only to SW), this excites me greatly.

June 24th, 2012, 05:30 PM	#18 (permalink)
RuRoRul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 204	Glad Tommy is getting the opportunity for even more people to hear and appreciate his voice, and even though I wasn't really impressed by the last two Kamelot albums I find it difficult to imagine disliking something with Tommy singing so maybe this will just result in even more good music for me to get to listen to though. I really hope this doesn't eventually mean Seventh Wonder end or get relegated to side project status, since they are ony of my absolute favourite bands and probably the single band I'm most eager to hear more from - so far they have only got better and better and their last two albums are among the best I've heard. I know Tommy is not leaving and that a balance between two bands is possible, and I'm sure everyone will want to continue with Seventh Wonder, but from a fans' perspective there's never really any way to be sure what will happen and only time will tell. Will be waiting with even more baited breath now for a new Seventh Wonder album - you really are the single best prospect for new music today.

July 6th, 2012, 05:36 PM	#19 (permalink)
LolaLolasen Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 1	I am a relatively new fan. I just found Seventh Wonder this spring and so far I just bought "Mercy Falls", which I think is a fantastic album. Actually I found SW because of Tommys guest performances for Kamelot, and I think that Kamelot really made a good choice here. Also for SW it can be a step upwards. BUT Tommy ... please take care of yourself. Don't get stress and remember the family and the fun!

July 11th, 2012, 07:53 PM	#20 (permalink)
Kazar SW-moderator Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 734	Tommy's first official show with Kamelot will be tonight!! The place to be to witness this event: the 'Masters of Rock Festival' in the Czech Republic. All the best of luck, Tommy!! __________________ Seventh Wonder's Facebook-page

July 19th, 2012, 10:41 AM	#24 (permalink)
RuRoRul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 204	http://rocklivebg.com/web/component/...rom-kamelot-en Interview reveals new album title and release date, gives some info about the album and Tommy's involvement. Makes me look forward to this more than I'd have thought possible to look forward to a Kamelot album before. I'd still rather not see anything that would slow down Seventh Wonder but Kamelot delivering an album back at The Black Halo quality with Tommy singing and writing most of the vocal melodies could be great.

July 22nd, 2012, 01:26 PM	#25 (permalink)
korruption Amateur Dentist Join Date: May 2002 Location: Gutters of Gold, Canada Posts: 1,145	Wow progress is coming along nicely. __________________ "When I say we’re coming back with a vengeance I’m not fucking around." -Jon Schaffer ICED EARTH - Plagues of Babylon ••••• Oct. 2013!