Timo started playing guitar when he was 7 years old. His early influences were ABBA, The Beatles and The Shadows. Very quickly he progressed to the point where he wanted an electric guitar. After hearing “Smoke on the Water” on the radio the rest was history. As a young teenager, Tolkki practically slept with his guitar and it was not uncommon for him to practice 8 hours a day. He was also playing in some local bands but in 1984 got a phonecall from the Stratovarius camp asking him to join the band. Stratovarius soared to great heights becoming the leading pioneers in progressive power metal. This monumental achievement included 7 world tours, 3 consecutive gold discs in Finland and selling almost 3 million records.
The recent break up of Stratovarius came about because Tolkki felt that the relationships in the band very very badly contaminated and also because everything that was to be said with that band with those members had already been said and to continue would be simply repeating the same form. He also wanted to be able to concentrate on other things, explaining that:“There’s just a time for everything in life and Stratovarius came to the end of a road and there was nowhere to go anymore”. During the composing process of his upcoming solo album “Saana-Warrior of Light” he found many new interests in the form of photography, graphics design and video editing. “It was like a new world to me and I knew I had found something that would determine the course of the rest of my life regarding my art. Now I have these amazing tools available to me to create things I did not know was possible. Lot of studying, but it’s really a lot of fun, which brought me into many different areas in music. On the other hand I can do a production of a dance artist, or a metal artist. Or anyone who I think is real and has it. I rarely do productions outside of my own production company anymore. I am really into finding new talents and developing a project together with an artist, while using enough time for it. Because time is gold in music. I have everything I need here to create a perfect musical and visual experience. Music is the Universal language. Its primary function is to awaken emotions in us. We have no choice. If something doesn’t move me, I know it is not for me”.
Timo is currently running his own Goldenworks production company and has established a comfortable working suite in Helsinki with the latest technology. He calls his place “Santa’s Workshop”. Timo is actively looking for singers and artists who dare to explore the boundaries of themselves and take the step to the unknown.
He is ready to release his new solo album “Saana-Warrior of Light Pt1”. It is a groundbreaking release in many ways. It will only be available from the shop from his Official website http://www.timotolkki.com that is powered by TheGround.com so you will not find it in record stores. Tolkki is happy about these new opportunities to interact directly with his fans and to offer them products at a much better cost.
Since Stratovarius break-up, he has formed a new Power Metal band that continues the legacy of Stratovarius. This band is called REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE and its debut album “New Era” will be out on 6.6.2008 featuring Michael Kiske (Helloween) and Tobias Sammet (Edguy, Avantasia) on vocals.
Timo Tolkki is looking forward to new musical endeavours and to the exciting new and fresh future in his art. 8.
Warrior of Light
Timo Tolkki Lyrics
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Warrior of light - look into your heart tell me what do you see
Warrior of light
Warrior of light - righteousness, compassion and heart of gold
Warrior of light
Warrior of light - purity of soul Universe on your side
Warrior of light
Now you know what you've been waiting for
All your life and not it's in your hands my dear
You must choose which path you will take from now
Don't get lost to the desert of mind
Times are changing so fast these days
End of time, some say, but I will tell you know
There is hope if we let light guide our paths
This may be our chance to change
You have fear, you have guilt, you have hatred
This can lead you to the darkness
So you must be careful now
The song "Warrior of Light" by Timo Tolkki reminds us to look within and recognize the qualities that make us a warrior of light: righteousness, compassion, heart of gold, purity of soul, and the willingness to serve and protect. The lyrics prompt us to make a choice about our path in life and to not get lost in the confusion of the mind. The current times may seem challenging and uncertain, but there is hope if we allow light to guide our path. The lyrics caution us to be careful and mindful of our emotions, as they can lead us towards darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Warrior of light
A champion of all that is good and just
Warrior of light - look into your heart tell me what do you see
Reflect on the core of your being and identify your virtues and purpose
Warrior of light
A champion of all that is good and just
Warrior of light - righteousness, compassion and heart of gold
Be a paradigm for integrity, empathy, and generosity
Warrior of light
A champion of all that is good and just
Warrior of light - purity of soul Universe on your side
Demonstrate an unwavering and sincere commitment towards a higher calling and know that the universe supports you
Warrior of light
A champion of all that is good and just
Warrior of light - you were born to serve and protect and to help
Recognize that your existence has a greater purpose, which is to safeguard and care for others
Now you know what you've been waiting for
Your quest for meaning and fulfillment has come to an end
All your life and not it's in your hands my dear
The responsibility to act on your purpose and values falls solely on you
You must choose which path you will take from now
Your decisions determine your destiny
Don't get lost to the desert of mind
Do not succumb to negativity, self-doubt, and cynicism
Times are changing so fast these days
The world is in a constant state of flux
End of time, some say, but I will tell you know
Although some may believe that the world is coming to an end, there is still hope
There is hope if we let light guide our paths
Believe in the power of goodness and allow it to be your guiding force
This may be our chance to change
We have the opportunity to create a better world
You have fear, you have guilt, you have hatred
Negative emotions are a part of who you are
This can lead you to the darkness
However, if you allow these emotions to dictate your actions, they can pull you towards evil and destruction
So you must be careful now
Act with caution and always strive to choose the path of light
Contributed by Skyler T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Célio Azevedo
This album is very nice.
Filosofía Rockera
Grande tolkkiii