Visions of Atlantis (sometimes reduced to VoA) is a symphonic power metal band from Styria, Austria, founded in 2000.
The original line-up consisted of Werner Fiedler (guitar), Mike Koren (bass), Christian Stani (vocals), Chris Kamper (keyboard), Nicole Bogner (vocals) and Thomas Caser (drums).
Inspiration came both from successful symphonic power metal band Nightwish and from the myth of Atlantis. The equal combination of male and female vocals distinguishes Visions of Atlantis from Nightwish though and is more reminiscent of Sirenia or Lacuna Coil.
A first demo, Morning in Atlantis was released in 2000. In 2001 they signed with TTS Media Music/Black Arrow Productions, and in 2002 their first album, Eternal Endless Infinity was released. 2003 saw a change in line-up, replacing Christian Stani with Mario Plank and Chris Kamper with Miro Holly.
Now with Napalm Records, Visions of Atlantis released their second album Cast Away in 2004.
In late 2005 Nicole Bogner left the band due to commitments elsewhere. She was replaced by Melissa Ferlaak and Wolfgang Koch replaced Werner Fiedler.
On November 28, 2007, a message was posted on the official VoA website saying that Melissa Ferlaak and Wolfgang Koch had left the band, both citing personal reasons (Ferlaak and Koch were married in May 2008).
Following this Visions of Atlantis announced a few days later that their ex guitarist, Werner Fiedler, had rejoined the band. They were advertising on their website the position for a female vocalist for several months, and on September 3, 2008, they finally announced that they had found a new female singer; however, her identity wasn't revealed until February 1, 2009, as the 20-year old Austrian soprano vocalist Joanna Nieniewska.
The band also posted that they were already working on their fourth studio album.
On July 29, 2009, VoA announced that because of health problems, Joanna Nieniewska is no longer in the band but will continue to support VoA behind the scenes. The new singer is Maxi Nil from Greece.
VoA announced the new title of their 4th studio album 'Delta' which was released on February 25, 2011.
Current members
• Maxi Nil - Female vocals (2009–present)
• Mario Plank - Male vocals (2003–present)
• Werner Fiedler - Guitars (2000–2005, 2007–present)
• Martin Harb - Keyboards (2006–present)
• Thomas Caser - Drums (2000–present)
• Mario Lochert - Bass (2010–present)
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The original line-up consisted of Werner Fiedler (guitar), Mike Koren (bass), Christian Stani (vocals), Chris Kamper (keyboard), Nicole Bogner (vocals) and Thomas Caser (drums).
Inspiration came from both the successful symphonic power metal band Nightwish and from the myth of Atlantis.
The equal combination of male and female vocals distinguishes Visions of Atlantis from Nightwish though and is more reminiscent of Sirenia or Lacuna Coil.
Announcements
Visions of Atlantis has issued the following update about the band performing its first live show in Africa:
"Hey out there! VoA is happy and proud to confirm the very first show in Africa!
"The band will appear in Tunesia on the 3rd of September @ Rock on Fire Festival in Tunis More information about tickets, venue and more to follow soon!"
The band's music is also available for streaming through the official Visions of Atlantis MySpace music profile.
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