Manuel Ramil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Manuel Ramil
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| Background information | |
| Born | 8 March 1978 Ares, A Coruña, Spain |
| Genres | Power metal |
| Instruments | Keyboards |
| Years active | 1995 – present |
| Labels | Avispa |
Manuel Ramil, born on March 8, 1978, in Ares, Spain, is a talented Spanish musician. He is famous for playing the keyboards in several rock and metal bands. He used to be the keyboardist for the power metal band WarCry. Currently, he plays keyboards for the alternative/power metal band Sauze, which he helped create. Manuel is inspired by many great bands like Dream Theater and Symphony X.
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Manuel Ramil's Musical Journey
Manuel Ramil started his musical journey by playing in different bands. These bands often changed their members.
Early Bands and First Recordings
In 1996, Manuel formed a heavy metal band called Torquemada. Just one year later, in 1997, they recorded their first music collection, an EP, titled Santa Inquisición. He stayed with Torquemada for almost six years. He left the band in September 2001.
Manuel also worked with other bands. He helped Thánatos by creating special introductions for their concerts. He also played on the debut album Tiempo by the band Trashnos.
Exploring New Sounds
During this time, Manuel started to explore different kinds of music. He became very interested in bands like Dream Theater, Angra, and Symphony X. In December 2001, he began a new music project called Fake Intermisión. This project focused on Progressive metal, a style of metal music that often has complex song structures. He continues to work on Fake Intermisión even today.
Joining WarCry
In July 2002, Manuel traveled to Lugones to try out for the band WarCry. He became their keyboard player and was a part of the band until early 2008.
Manuel Ramil's Music Albums
Manuel Ramil has played on many albums with different bands and projects. Here are some of the main ones:
With Torquemada
- Santa Inquisición (1997)
With WarCry
- El Sello De Los Tiempos (2002)
- Alea Jacta Est (2004)
- ¿Dónde Está La Luz? (2005)
- Directo A La Luz (2006)
- La Quinta Esencia (2006)
With Sauze
- Nada Tiene Sentido
Other Music Projects
- Fake Intermisión (2001–2003)
- Thánatos (Helped with concerts)
- Trashnos - Tiempo (2001)
About Manuel Ramil
Here are some interesting facts about Manuel Ramil:
Personal Details
- Full Name: Manuel Ramil
- Born: March 8, 1978, in Ares, A Coruña, Spain
- Main Instrument: Keyboard
- Current Band: He has been with Sauze since 2008.
- Musical Inspirations: Some of his favorite bands and artists that inspire him include Dream Theater, Yngwie Malmsteen, Symphony X, and Kamelot.
- Bands He's Been In: Besides Sauze, he has been part of WarCry, Fake Intermisión, Torquemada, and Avalanch.
- First Album He Owned: His first music album was a cassette tape. It was either Yngwie Malmsteen's Odyssey or Whitesnake's 1987.
Manuel's Favorites
- Favorite Band: Dream Theater
- Favorite Drink: Beer
- Favorite Food: Italian Food
- Favorite Movie: Amadeus
- Hobbies (Non-Music): He enjoys going to the movies, spending time with his family, and playing with his three nephews.
- Favorite Song: "The Spirit Carries On" by Dream Theater
- Favorite Concert: Seeing Dream Theater live in Oporto on June 17, 2002.
- Favorite Keyboardist: Jordan Rudess
See also
In Spanish: Manuel Ramil para niños
