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Thanks for the interviews! I think they're very good and it's nice to see how he can change his answers slightly for each one. =)

Also, I think that American chick interviewer was in love with him. It would be hard not to be if you met him in person!

- M

Happy Birthday, Timo! I wish you the best in everything. Enjoy yourself with family, friends, and loved ones. =) You're a great inspiration! =)

By the way, props to exe knight! \m/

- M

Thanks to all of you for the comments! It means the world to me coming from you guys. I'm really beaming from the compliments! =)
And I understand if the humor is not for you - some of those articles are not my thing, either. Anyway, I'm glad it was read by fans. =)

- M

I haven't been around in a while, but I decided to stop by since there's lots of good things going on for the guys right now.

I wrote that flame article a while ago, but didn't share it with the forum because I was afraid it looked like I was just trying to show off. I'm glad some of you found ...

Wow, I'm interested! But, I doubt I could afford it, considering the competition.

- M

I really don't come here often enough! Thanks for all the great pics, you guys. It makes my day. =)

Well, except I got a little scarred with the one with Jens not wearing any pants . . . But, that's to be expected! (If you find one of Koti like that, LET ME KNOW! Hehehehe. Just kidding.)

P.S. What ...

Hyvää syntymäpäivää, Timo Tolkki!

You will never know the boundaries of influence your music, lyrics, and personality have had all over the world! Thank you for inspiring us to listen and make ourselves (and the world we live in) a better place. =)

But, most importantly, remember to enjoy yourself ...

Does that mean that you culturally insensitive people didn't know that the last week of December is "user account locking, naah just kidding week" in Sweden? I mean.. sure I disabled Dave's account.. as a joke.. but the server still doesn't get the joke and doesn't allow him to log in. Stupid ...

I heard this joke on MSN and I immediately knew it was fake. I mean, Koti using drugs? No, never! He is a real sport man living a healthy life. He even rarely drinks alcohol, and when he does, he drinks red wine, which is actually healthy if you drink only 2-3 dl.
Second suspicious thing was the 5 ...

Happy birthday, Lauri! Thanks so much for what you've given to the fans and I hope you get a great following with your solo album! \m/

- M

Like everyone said, I'm very sorry to hear that you were hurt, especially by someone you loved (who loved you very much).

It's true they did this to protect you and maybe in a weird way, you learned to question authority and not just believe everything you're told. At least, that's how I take it ...

I agree with these guys.

My first love is Destiny, but Fourth Dimension and Dreamspace are my next favorites. Episode does have all the "big hits" (as you'll notice from Visions of Europe). The musicality of that album is just brilliant. And lyrics, too!

While I LOVE the newest album, maybe you ...

Happy birthday, Jens!!!

Thank you so much for your dedicated musicianship, kindness to fans, and most importantly, being yourself! \m/

Clinking a glass for you here in West Virginia. =)

- M

I saw it. It wasn't very good. Sound sucks and Koti didn't sing well... The Land of Ice and Snow was good but United was just very boring. Shame.

Yeah, I think "United" is one of the less "interesting" songs musically. But don't get me wrong, I love the message and I'm glad Tolkki wrote it. And ...

stratokiller wrote:Wow !! It's great !! And if "Stratosphere" is played with this quality , you MUST play "Phoenix" !

I agree! Please share. (I got inspired to play around on my keyboard from this as well!)

- M

Wow, that really blew me away.

I mean, Jens is my god, but phew . . . You really did this justice. Gorgeous quality.

It makes me want to jump about nine levels ahead of myself and try it (the slow part!). Brilliant work. Rock on! \m/

- M

I believe on the mainpage it said they performed "The Land of Ice and Snow" and "United".

@Equinox: I'd love it if they showed it in the US! \m/

- M

I was looking for a Kotipelto CD on ebay yesterday and saw that shirt. I'm not sure if it's "real", either. It's kind of charming in a way, though! =)

The StrayoShop will take Cash if you don't have credit card, but that is a VERY VERY risky thing to do. I did it&got the shirt 6 weeks later, but I ...

Can you also find out what the story is with the missing key on his instrument? It is one of those quirky things, but I am curious.

I think I can actually answer this question (for once!). I believe Jens addressed it on his website some time ago. If I weren't so lazy, I'd look it up and quote it ...

I'd like to go to that concert SO BADLY since I've obviously never seen Stratovarius perform and this is the closest they'll ever be to me EVER.

But I've also never been to a concert in my life! Yeah, that's right. I'm 21 and I haven't went to a concert before. I'm pretty terrified (and so are my ...

Augh, heavydolphin, I'm so jealous! Looking at your pictures is just too hard for me right now . . . Haha, j/k. Of course I'm looking. =)

Gorgeous pictures of Wacken, by the way. Wish I lived in Europe sometimes.

- M

I should really check up on topics I post on more often . . .

Here in a few days, I'll suck it up and get a Kotipelto girlie and possibly the Infinite shirt as well. It'll probably take a month to get here . . . who knows.

@CottonCandy: Don't believe everything you hear about West Virginia, either ...

That was a really good interview. It's true that we've heard a lot about the split, but we knew nothing for a while (or rumors), and I think there are still some countries where the magazines haven't really said, "Okay, this is the story . . . " At least, that's how I perceive it.

What slightly ...

I'm worried about the Shop, myself. Are they still "on vacation" or did they just neglect updating us? =P *wary about buying a shirt*

@CottonCandy: Good to know that the wait was worth it. No doubt about it! I'm glad to hear that it's a good quality item. Hopefully, I'll get one, too. =)

- M

I was a fan of Stratovarius before Sonata Arctica, and when I first got "Ecliptica", I thought they were remarkably similar bands. Luckily, Sonata is working itheir way out of the impressive shadow of Stratovarius. Both spectacular bands, in my opinion!

And I know exactly the connection you're ...

Hey, I know EXACTLY how you feel.

I learned clarinet when I was 12 years old, but I finally got talked into piano lessons at 20. I have very poor vision, too, and cannot be corrected with glasses or surgery.

I really can relate to you. Reading more than one staff is extremely complicated for ...