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{{short description|American singer}}
{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
|image= D C Cooper.jpg
| image = D C Cooper.jpg
|caption = D C Cooper at [[RoSfest]] 2013
| caption = D C Cooper at RoSfest 2013
| name = D. C. Cooper
| name = D. C. Cooper
| background = solo_singer
| birth_name = Donald Christopher Cooper
| birth_name = Donald Christopher Cooper
| alias =
| alias =
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1965|8|22}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1965|8|22}}
| birth_place = [[Johnstown, Pennsylvania]], United States
| birth_place = [[Johnstown, Pennsylvania]], U.S.
| death_date =
| death_date =
| origin =
| origin =
| instrument = [[Vocals]]
| occupation = Singer
| occupation = [[Musician]]
| years_active = 1989–present
| years_active = 1989–present
| label =
| label =
| associated_acts = [[Royal Hunt]]<br>[[Silent Force]]<br>[[Amaran's Plight]]
| associated_acts = [[Royal Hunt]]<br />[[Silent Force]]<br />Amaran's Plight
| website = [http://dccooper.com/ dccooper.com]
| website = {{URL|dccooper.com}}
}}
}}
'''Donald Christopher''' "'''D. C.'''" '''Cooper''' (born August 22, 1965) is an American singer and musician.
'''Donald Christopher Cooper''' (born August 22, 1965) is an American singer.


==Biography==
== Career ==
He started out playing in several area bands and touring the local club circuit in Pittsburgh while he studied singing under renowned opera coach Charlotte Coleman. His first thrust into the international spotlight was as a finalist to be [[Rob Halford]]'s replacement in [[Judas Priest]]. Having created a buzz at the auditions, he found himself with offers to sing for many European and American bands. He selected [[Royal Hunt]] after much deliberation and officially joined the band on December 26, 1994.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://dccooper.free.fr/bio/b_uk.htm|title= D.C. Cooper Biography|accessdate=2007-04-27 |work= }}</ref>
Cooper started his career playing in several local bands and touring local clubs in the Pittsburgh area while studying singing under renowned opera coach Charlotte Coleman. His first thrust into the international spotlight was as a finalist to be [[Rob Halford]]'s replacement in [[Judas Priest]]. Having created a buzz at the auditions, Cooper found himself with offers to sing for many European and American bands. He selected the band [[Royal Hunt]] and officially joined the band on December 26, 1994.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://dccooper.free.fr/bio/b_uk.htm|title= D.C. Cooper Biography|access-date=April 27, 2007 }}</ref>


After 4 years with Royal Hunt, Cooper was suddenly and unexpectedly fired from the band, which he discovered by reading the announcement on their website.<ref>[http://www.seaoftranquility.org/article.php?sid=15 D.C. Cooper and Silent Force: May The Force Be With You]</ref> For his next project, a solo album that he began in 1998, he enlisted the help of musicians from many well known bands (among them guitarist [[Tore Østby]] of [[Conception (band)|Conception]], and members of [[Pink Cream 69]]). He released [[D. C. Cooper (album)|D. C. Cooper]] in 1999.
After spending four years with Royal Hunt, Cooper was suddenly and unexpectedly fired from the band, which he discovered by reading an announcement on their website.<ref>[http://www.seaoftranquility.org/article.php?sid=15 D.C. Cooper and Silent Force: May The Force Be With You]</ref> His next project, a solo album that he began in 1998, enlisted the help of musicians from many well known bands (among them guitarist [[Tore Østby]] of [[Conception (band)|Conception]], and members of [[Pink Cream 69]]). He released [[D. C. Cooper (album)|D. C. Cooper]] in 1999.


After a successful tour, Cooper formed a new band with former Sinner guitarist Alex Beyrodt called [[Silent Force]]. They have released four studio albums of their own. In 2012, Cooper made an announcement saying he was leaving the band and a new line-up was announced in 2013. Cooper was replaced by singer [[Michael Bormann]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Rockitt |first=Rob |url=http://hardrockhideout.com/2013/11/05/silent-force-rising-from-ashes-will-be-released-on-december-13th/ |title=SILENT FORCE “Rising From Ashes“ will be released on December 13th! |publisher=Hard Rock Hideout |date=2013-11-05 |accessdate=2014-05-19}}</ref>
After a successful tour, Cooper formed a new band with former Sinner guitarist Alex Beyrodt called [[Silent Force]]. They have released four studio albums of their own. In 2012, Cooper made an announcement saying he was leaving the band and a new line-up was announced in 2013. Cooper was replaced by singer Michael Bormann.<ref>{{cite web|last=Rockitt |first=Rob |url=http://hardrockhideout.com/2013/11/05/silent-force-rising-from-ashes-will-be-released-on-december-13th/ |title=SILENT FORCE "Rising From Ashes" will be released on December 13th! |publisher=Hard Rock Hideout |date=November 5, 2013 |access-date=May 19, 2014}}</ref>


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Cooper has recorded guest vocals for Australian progressive metal act [[Voyager (metal band)|Voyager]]. In 2011 he rejoined [[Royal Hunt]] and performed on their Japan and Russian tour. Later the same year it was announced that Cooper would make a new record with the band.
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When Cooper is not on tour, he can frequently be found volunteering as a firefighter in his home state of Pennsylvania.
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Cooper is married to Michelle Cooper, and has two sons, Clayton (b. 2003) and Carson (b. 2005).<ref>[http://www.jems.com/news_and_articles/news/Rock_Star_Overseas_EMT_in_Bellevue_WA.html Rock Star Overseas EMT in Bellevue, Wash<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>


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Cooper recorded lead vocals for the Italian band Derdian for their album "Revolution Era".
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DC Cooper has recorded guest vocals for Australian progressive metal act [[Voyager (metal band)|Voyager]]. In 2011 he rejoined [[Royal Hunt]] and performed on their Japan and Russian tour. Later the same year it was announced that Cooper would make a new record with the band.


== Personal life ==
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Con 2016 DC Cooper Recorded lead vocals for the italian band Derdian for their album "Revolution Era".
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While not on tour, Cooper can frequently be found volunteering as a firefighter in his home state of Pennsylvania.


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Cooper is married to Michelle Cooper and the couple has two sons, born in 2003 and 2005.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.jems.com/news_and_articles/news/Rock_Star_Overseas_EMT_in_Bellevue_WA.html|title = Journal of Emergency Medical Services}}</ref>
==Discography==


===The Tung Bandits===
== Discography ==
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* ''[[The Tung Bandits (album)]]'' (1990)


===Solo album===
=== The Tung Bandits ===
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* ''The Tung Bandits (album)'' (1990)

=== Solo album ===
* ''[[D. C. Cooper (album)|D. C. Cooper]]'' (1999)
* ''[[D. C. Cooper (album)|D. C. Cooper]]'' (1999)


===Royal Hunt===
=== Royal Hunt ===


* ''[[Far Away (EP)]]'' (1995)
* ''[[Far Away (EP)]]'' (1995)
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* ''The Best Live'' (1998)
* ''The Best Live'' (1998)
* ''[[Show Me How To Live (Royal Hunt album)|Show Me How To Live]]'' (2011)
* ''[[Show Me How To Live (Royal Hunt album)|Show Me How To Live]]'' (2011)
* ''[[A Life To Die For]]'' (2013)
* ''[[A Life to Die For]]'' (2013)
* ''Devil's Dozen'' (2015)
* ''[[Devil's Dozen (album)|Devil's Dozen]]'' (2015)
* ''Cargo'' (2016)
* ''2016'' (2017)
* ''Cast in Stone'' (2018)
* ''Dystopia'' (2020)
* ''Dystopia II'' (2022)


===Silent Force===
=== Silent Force ===
* ''[[The Empire of Future]]'' (2000)
* ''[[The Empire of Future]]'' (2000)
* ''Infatuator'' (2001)
* ''Infatuator'' (2001)
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* ''Walk the Earth'' (2007)
* ''Walk the Earth'' (2007)


===Missa Mercuria===
=== Missa Mercuria ===
* ''Missa Mercuria'' (2002)
* ''Missa Mercuria'' (2002)


===Amaran's Plight===
=== Amaran's Plight ===
* ''Voice In The Light'' (2007)
* ''Voice in the Light'' (2007)


<ref></ref>===Guest appearances===
=== Guest appearances ===
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
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! Year
! Year
|-
|-
| [[Victory (band)|Victory]]''
| [[Victory (band)|Victory]]
| ''Voiceprint''
| ''Voiceprint''
| 1996
| 1996
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| 1998
| 1998
|-
|-
| [[Pink Cream 69]]''
| [[Pink Cream 69]]
| ''[[Electrified (Pink Cream 69 album)|Electrified]]''
| ''[[Electrified (Pink Cream 69 album)|Electrified]]''
| 1998
| 1998
|-
|-
| [[Rage (German band)|Rage]]''
| [[Rage (German band)|Rage]]
| ''[[Unity (Rage album)|Unity]]''
| ''[[Unity (Rage album)|Unity]]''
| 2002
| 2002
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|-
|-
| [[Edenbridge (band)|Edenbridge]]
| [[Edenbridge (band)|Edenbridge]]
| ''[[Aphelion (album)|Aphelion]]''
| ''[[Aphelion (Edenbridge album)|Aphelion]]''
| 2003
| 2003
|-
|-
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| 2011
| 2011
|-
|-
| [[Derdian (metal band)|Derdian]]
| Derdian
| ''Revolution Era''
| ''Revolution Era''
| 2016
| 2016
|}
|}


==References==
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


==External links==
== External links ==
*[http://dccooper.free.fr/ D. C. Cooper official site]
*[http://dccooper.free.fr/ D. C. Cooper official site]
*[http://www.amaransplight.com/ Amaran's Plight official site]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20071213072109/http://www.amaransplight.com/ Amaran's Plight official site]
*[http://www.myspace.com/amaransplight Amaran's Plight on myspace]


{{Royal Hunt}}
{{Royal Hunt}}
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[[Category:1965 births]]
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[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:American heavy metal singers]]
[[Category:American heavy metal singers]]
[[Category:Silent Force members]]
[[Category:Royal Hunt members]]
[[Category:People from Johnstown, Pennsylvania]]

Latest revision as of 09:37, 16 January 2024

D. C. Cooper
D C Cooper at RoSfest 2013
D C Cooper at RoSfest 2013
Background information
Birth nameDonald Christopher Cooper
Born (1965-08-22) August 22, 1965 (age 59)
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
OccupationSinger
Years active1989–present
Websitedccooper.com

Donald Christopher Cooper (born August 22, 1965) is an American singer.

Career

[edit]

Cooper started his career playing in several local bands and touring local clubs in the Pittsburgh area while studying singing under renowned opera coach Charlotte Coleman. His first thrust into the international spotlight was as a finalist to be Rob Halford's replacement in Judas Priest. Having created a buzz at the auditions, Cooper found himself with offers to sing for many European and American bands. He selected the band Royal Hunt and officially joined the band on December 26, 1994.[1]

After spending four years with Royal Hunt, Cooper was suddenly and unexpectedly fired from the band, which he discovered by reading an announcement on their website.[2] His next project, a solo album that he began in 1998, enlisted the help of musicians from many well known bands (among them guitarist Tore Østby of Conception, and members of Pink Cream 69). He released D. C. Cooper in 1999.

After a successful tour, Cooper formed a new band with former Sinner guitarist Alex Beyrodt called Silent Force. They have released four studio albums of their own. In 2012, Cooper made an announcement saying he was leaving the band and a new line-up was announced in 2013. Cooper was replaced by singer Michael Bormann.[3]

Cooper has recorded guest vocals for Australian progressive metal act Voyager. In 2011 he rejoined Royal Hunt and performed on their Japan and Russian tour. Later the same year it was announced that Cooper would make a new record with the band.

Cooper recorded lead vocals for the Italian band Derdian for their album "Revolution Era".

Personal life

[edit]

While not on tour, Cooper can frequently be found volunteering as a firefighter in his home state of Pennsylvania.

Cooper is married to Michelle Cooper and the couple has two sons, born in 2003 and 2005.[4]

Discography

[edit]

The Tung Bandits

[edit]
  • The Tung Bandits (album) (1990)

Solo album

[edit]

Royal Hunt

[edit]

Silent Force

[edit]

Missa Mercuria

[edit]
  • Missa Mercuria (2002)

Amaran's Plight

[edit]
  • Voice in the Light (2007)

Guest appearances

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Artist Album Year
Victory Voiceprint 1996
Shadow Gallery Tyranny 1998
Explorer's Club Age of Impact 1998
Pink Cream 69 Electrified 1998
Rage Unity 2002
Various Artists Missa Mercuria 2002
Edenbridge Aphelion 2003
Gary Hughes Once and Future King Part II 2003
Dol Ammad Ocean Dynamics 2006
Steel Seal By the Power of Thunder 2007
Persephone's Dream Pyre of Dreams 2007
Daniele Liverani's Genius: A Rock Opera Episode 3: The Final Surprise 2007
Voyager The Meaning Of I 2011
Derdian Revolution Era 2016

References

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  1. ^ "D.C. Cooper Biography". Retrieved April 27, 2007.
  2. ^ D.C. Cooper and Silent Force: May The Force Be With You
  3. ^ Rockitt, Rob (November 5, 2013). "SILENT FORCE "Rising From Ashes" will be released on December 13th!". Hard Rock Hideout. Retrieved May 19, 2014.
  4. ^ "Journal of Emergency Medical Services".
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