Timo Kotipelto

Timo Kotipelto is a Finnish singer, best known as the lead vocalist of the power metal band Stratovarius and as a solo artist (notable solo albums include Waiting For A Dawn and Serenity).

Lead vocalist of Stratovarius; solo albums discussed in the reviews include Waiting For A Dawn (2002) and Serenity (2007). Waiting For A Dawn features guest musicians mentioned in reviews such as Roland Grapow, Michael Romeo, Gas and Janne Wirman.

Two DeBaser reviews cover Timo Kotipelto's solo work, notably Waiting For A Dawn (2002) and Serenity (2007). Reviewers praise Kotipelto's vocal timbre, melodic power-metal songwriting and technical guests, while noting moments of repetitiveness and comparison to Stratovarius. Serenity reached chart success in Finland. The solo records are positioned close to Stratovarius' melodic/power style.

For:Fans of Stratovarius, power metal listeners, melodic metal enthusiasts