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Winters Dawn

It's in our veins and it's burning like fire

About Me

"Winters Dawn were formed in 1998 by Thanos (bass) and Dimitris Tsiafas (drums), went through various line-up changes and did a few shows in local venues, until 2000 when Thanos and John Christodoulou (ex-guitars) came across Stelios "Theo" (vocals). It was then apparent that the band was ready to record its first CD "Nitro" which was completely self-financed and promoted. Released in late 2003, it got raving reviews around the globe, shaking up the minds of those who thought heavy metal was dead. The decision to record a full length CD was immediate and the song-writing begun. John (ex-guitars) left the band due to musical differences. Meanwhile, Stelios "Theo" (vocals) relocated to Germany, which made communication and getting together a problem. He had to fly several times to Greece in order to record his vocals and Thanos (bass) had to record the guitars while in search for a guitarist. The new album "The Winter Is Dawning" was ready in early 2008, yet no lead guitarist seemed to share the vision of the band for 80's emotional solos. Then came Ili (guitars), a former bandmate of Stelios "Theo" (vocals) who had the playing style the band was after. "The Winter Is Dawning" is more than the the expected evolution of the band. It is a perfect mix of power, melodies and feelings. That is why 3 excellent musicians and icons in the metal genre like Jeff Waters of Annihilator, Theodore Ziras and Chris Caffery believed in the band and recorded 5 incredible solos. Currently the CD is being sent out in the form of Promo, in search of promotional services."We would like to thank everyone for their support.WD

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 6/25/2007
Band Website: myspace.com/wintersdawnmetal
Band Members: Stelios : Vocals
Thanos : Bass, Guitars
Ili : Guitars

Influences: Annihilator, Savatage, Judas Priest, Crimson Glory, King Diamond-Mercyful Fate, Candlemass, Morbid Angel, Death, Coroner, Slayer, Manowar, Metallica, Megadeth, Helloween, Leatherwolf, Fifth Angel, Skid Row, W.A.S.P., Twisted Sister, Queensryche, Fates Warning, TNT, Venom, Iron Maiden, Motorhead, Ozzy Ozbourne, Nevermore, Saxon, NWOBHM, Spastik Ink, Memento Mori, Watchtower, Jag Panzer, Titan Force, Sortilege, Pantera, ACDC...
Record Label: None
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Lick of the Week 7 uploaded on YouTube

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.The seventh Episode of "The Lick of the Week" is online"Lick of the Week 7...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Sat, 18 Oct 2008 03:59:00 PST

4 New Songs (Feat. Jeff Waters, Theodore Ziras and Chris Caffery)

"Check out our new songs from our forth coming CD "The Winter is Dawning" on our myspace profile featuring : Raptors : Jeff Waters of Annihilator Where the Shadows are Free : Theodore Ziras Ash Eyes :...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Fri, 03 Oct 2008 02:14:00 PST

2 full songs of Nitro now up

"2 full songs Cold Sweat and Nitro, taken from our Mini CD "Nitro", are now up and ready for downloading (subject to myspace functionality). ...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Fri, 03 Oct 2008 03:08:00 PST

TheodoreZiras.com Guitar Contest5 just started

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.TheodoreZiras.com  Guitar Contest5 just started  The ...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:32:00 PST

New insane shred video uploaded (18+ notes per second)

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.Watch Theodore Ziras performing an amazing 18 notes per second run (Sextuple...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:31:00 PST

Theodore Ziras joins Hybrid

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.Theodore Ziras joins Hybrid  "Message from Theodore"  ...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:30:00 PST

Theodore Ziras "Line 6 Clinic" in Drama City-GR (13 September 2008)

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.Theodore Ziras will perform a 60+ minutes clinic in Dra...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:29:00 PST

Theodore Ziras live in Athens @ Wizard Club (17th July 2008)

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers.Theodore Ziras live in Athens @ Wizard Club (17th July 2008) Theodore Ziras ...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Tue, 08 Jul 2008 11:44:00 PST

Theodore @ London International Music Show (14 June 2008)

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers."Message from Theodore"Hello to all. I am happy to announce that i will atte...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:09:00 PST

Theodore Ziras New Videoclip "Night of the Dead"

In reverence to his friendship, skills and spirit, Winters Dawn are redirecting Theodore Ziras's blogs to all their readers. "Message from Theodore" New Video...
Posted by Winters Dawn on Tue, 27 May 2008 09:01:00 PST