Hanna Elise Isabell Maj Höstblomma Ryd, known professionally as Elize Ryd, is a Swedish singer, best known as one of the three vocalists and co-lyricist in the heavy metal band Amaranthe. She also gained some popularity prior to the band's inception by performing guest vocals for the American power metal band Kamelot, both on tour and in the studio. She sings in the soprano range.
Ryd performing in 2018
Ryd live with Amaranthe at Tuska Open Air 2013
Ryd in 2019
Kamelot is an American power metal band from Tampa, Florida, formed by Thomas Youngblood in 1987. The Norwegian vocalist Roy Khan joined for the album Siége Perilous, and shared songwriting credit with Youngblood until his departure in April 2011. On June 22, 2012, Youngblood announced on their website that their new vocalist would be the Swedish singer Tommy Karevik, who was first featured on Kamelot's album Silverthorn as the main vocalist, co-songwriter, and lyricist.
Kamelot in 2019 with Lauren Hart
Thomas Youngblood, founding member and guitarist of Kamelot performing in 2009
Roy Khan was the lead vocalist in Kamelot from 1998 to 2011
Kamelot after a performance in Köln, 2009