Warrel Dane

Warrel Dane
Dane performing in 2005
Dane performing in 2005
Background information
Birth nameWarrel George Baker
Born(1961-03-07)March 7, 1961
Seattle, Washington, U.S.
DiedDecember 13, 2017(2017-12-13) (aged 56)
São Paulo, Brazil
GenresHeavy metal, progressive metal, thrash metal, power metal
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Years active1983–2017
LabelsCentury Media
Formerly ofSerpent's Knight, Sanctuary, Nevermore

Warrel Dane (/ˈwɒrəl/; born Warrel George Baker; March 7, 1961 – December 13, 2017)[1] was an American musician and the lead singer for the heavy metal bands Sanctuary and Nevermore. He was a natural baritone;[2] though he was initially known for his high-pitched vocals with Serpent's Knight and on the first two Sanctuary albums. Later in his career, Dane became more recognized for his distinctively deep, dramatic voice.

  1. ^ "Watch WARREL DANE's Final Performance On Brazilian TV, Recorded Two Weeks Before His Death". Blabbermouth. December 16, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
  2. ^ Hasbrouck, Greg. "Interview with Warrel Dane – conducted by Greg Hasbrouck, 2011". Progpower USA. Archived from the original on July 22, 2011. Retrieved June 5, 2011.