Site Information

AnybodyListening.net was created for the sole purpose of archiving the history of Queensrÿche - specifically, the band's original lineup. As the years have passed, and new records with different lineups were released, I noticed that much of the band's legacy was being re-written to fit whatever marketing scheme worked best at that time. As a dedicated fan of Queensrÿche and music history in general, that was a mistake I felt a responsibility to rectify.

In the past, this site was known as "The Breakdown Room," but since its focus has shifted slightly, I re-named it accordingly. The message board, however, is still known as "The Breakdown Room" and is located at www.breakdownroom.net/forum. Come talk about the band with hundreds of the most knowledgeable fans around (for free, unlike Queensrÿche's official site)!

Within the pages of AnybodyListening.net is a mountain of information on the band from its beginnings in Bellevue, Wash., to its most recent releases. While I do have sections on "Alternate Lineups," and strive to put together a fairly accurate composite of information, please note that this site's primary coverage is on Queensrÿche's original lineup, which consists of Geoff Tate, Chris DeGarmo, Michael Wilton, Ed Jackson, and Scott Rockenfield.

That said, I'm very supportive of both Kelly Gray and Mike Stone - the two guitarists that followed Chris DeGarmo. The records Queensrÿche released with each of those guitar players are good and sit proudly in my music collection, and those incarnations of the band are covered here at AnybodyListening.net. But the true Queensrÿche spirit and sound was developed by the original band and this site's mission is to make sure that history is never forgotten.

Site Navigation

Navigating your way through AnybodyListening.net is fairly easy. The site is arranged in eras according to album cycles. The only exception is the link called "Alt. Lineups," which is the page that details the non-original lineup years of the band. For example, if you wanted information on Queensrÿche's beginnings, you'd choose the "1981-1983" link. Once there, you'd receive detailed information on what was going on with the band during that time period, the official releases, tour dates (including set lists and photos when available), article scans from publications that wrote about Queensrÿche and much more! To return to the main page, simply click the top banner image.

As you go through each era, there may be various text links corresponding to key words. Click on them! I plan on adding a variety of deeper information to the site (or I may have already, depending on when you read this) - such as details on and audio of Myth (Geoff's former band with guitarist Kelly Gray, who stepped in for Chris DeGarmo in Queensrÿche in 1998), band member side projects, and other tidbits of info not commonly known.

Disclaimer

AnybodyListening.net is NOT the official site of Queensrÿche, nor is it (at this time) currently endorsed by the band. AnybodyListening.net is entirely fan-run and non-profit, striving only to archive the history of one of rock and metal's finest bands. Although the only "official" word regarding Queensrÿche's history can come from the band members themselves, please note that I have researched as thoroughly as possible to give you, fellow fans of Queensrÿche, the finest historical retrospective on the band as possible.

Contact Info

As you search around the site, you may end up having something Queensrÿche-related to share. A ticket stub perhaps? Some live photos, information on something I have missed? Or you might just have a question or comment. Whatever it is, please feel free to contact me at:

briman04@yahoo.com

Credits

I have so many people to thank in regard to the overall development of AnybodyListening.net. First, of course, is my wife, who as a fellow Queensrÿche fan and metalhead, understands the passion and devotion to the band and its musical history I have, and shares it. Thank you. Next, of course, to Queensrÿche - all of the band members, past and present. The music you've created is a source of continuing inspiration. And of course, there would be no tour archive without the efforts of Johan Wall. Thank you for laying the groundwork my friend.

Personal thanks also to my friends Jeff Brown, Jonathan Rustvold, Robert Kotynksi, Marshal Schoener, Larry Fulkerson, Jeff and Wayne Douglas, Jason Slater, my parents and brother, and all those who either introduced me to Queensrÿche or shared in some great experiences with the band. I don't forget those times, and this site was built thinking of you guys and of those events.

There have been literally hundreds of contributors to this site that I couldn't possibly name them all. Whether it was just contributing set lists, article scans, maintaining the message board (in a very evil cheesy way, of course...), or simply putting up with all my endless questions and information gathering over the years, thanks to everyone. I just don't want to forget anyone, so please know if you contributed in any way to this site, I really hope you're happy with the ongoing results. I couldn't have done (or continue to do) it without your generosity and support.