Geoff Tate's Operation - Mindcrime the Final Chapter
Thursday, 5/21/2026
340 Neill Avenue, Helena, MT
Phone: (406) 447-8481
Multi-platinum selling, Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his more than three decades as the creative force and iconic voice of the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. During his time with the band, Queensrÿche sold over 20 million albums worldwide and performed in more than 50 countries. Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished vocalists in the genre, Tate has influenced countless modern artists who cite both him and the band as major inspirations.
Blending socially conscious themes with powerful, intricately crafted lyrics and high-energy, melodically complex music, Queensrÿche - with Tate at the forefront - earned international recognition as the “thinking person’s” rock band. The group’s early releases - Queensrÿche (1983), The Warning (1984), and Rage for Order (1986) - each achieved gold status, selling more than 500,000 copies.
Beginning in March 2025, Tate and the current lineup performing under Operation: Mindcrime returned to the road to celebrate the final chapter of Operation: Mindcrime, the landmark 1988 concept album, performing it live from beginning to end. The show has become a fan favorite, proving once again that great music never goes out of style. As always, Tate looks forward to the journey ahead and can’t wait to bring the next unforgettable rock performance to the stage.
