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	NameTraq Last Name: Criss
		The Criss Oliva 10th Anniversary Memorial Concert was quickly approaching.
		In year 42,200 the Earth was brought back to its natural state, everywhere was jungle and forests teaming with life and all of it was criss crossed by little...
		The main impetus behind developing the program is the fact that the library, located at 47 College St., is not handicap accessible, according to Criss Quigley...
	nametraq.org /Jan04/C/Criss.shtml

	Criss Oliva Memorial Wall
		criss oliva was one of the most talented guitarists i have ever heard and he was also one of the most stylistic i loved the way he played and I will always be extremly angry for his death.
		The Criss Oliva Memorial Wall is dedicated to openly sharing these feelings.
		The story that i began to hear savatage is from my friend,he showed me some albums of savatage,i liked only criss style,the way he plays is great,oh criss i wish that u can hear me,coz everytime i listen to ur music i had a strong feeling of playing guitar.
	www.savatage.com /cgi-bin/wall/wall.cgi?marker=4251 (2346 words)

	Tramontane - index page - Free MP3 downloads, CDs, Bio Info, Tour Dates, Lyrics and More!"
		There are numerous player's who've influenced and inspired me but some of the ones are Randy Rhoads (still my favorite guitar player of all time.) Adrian Vandenberg, The guitarists from Angra, John Norum, Josh Christian (Toxik), Criss Oliva (Savatage), and many, many others.
		On Tramontane - You can say it’s stubbornness, stupidity, or just iron will but Michael and I just refuse to let this vision of ours die (and of course this vision is now shared by the other members).
		All have inspired me and made me want to become a better musician.
	www.iuma.com /IUMA/Bands/Tramontane/index-1.html (1779 words)

	Criss Oliva Memorial Wall -- Entries
		Criss Oliva, may he rest in peace, will always be a part of me. Hey man, you made a difference in my life, and for that I thank you!!
		Criss Oliva is one of my main influences as a rock guitarist.
		The Criss Oliva Memorial Wall is dedicated to openly sharing these feelings.
	www.savatage.com /guestbook/cr_jan_feb98.shtml (6456 words)

	Deep Purple List Home Site: The Archives
		Date: Tuesday, February 16, 1999 3:27 AM Subject: Final guitarist answer Seeing as to how all the others are right...the last one is the tragically dead (RIP) Criss Oliva.
		Apparently Dave told Rasmus that they were looking into the possibility of bringing the Steve Morse Band over to Europe.
		Peace, Marcelo Silveyra == -The History of Heavy Metal- http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/2308 _________________________________________________________ -----Original Message----- From: Sean P Powers
	www.zzzptm.com /dplist/dpd46.html (2600 words)

	Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Official website
		Paul O'neill and Robert Kinkel for imagination, all Savatage members, all TSO members and Criss Oliva (Rest in peace, your memory is alive).
		I only wish that Criss Oliva was alive to have heard what is essentially Savatage music reach the commercial success he so forlornly deserved!
		I just love everything that Jon Oliva gets his hands on.
	www.trans-siberian.com /guestbook00-1.shtml (12683 words)

	Savatage - Sirens / The Dungeons Are Calling CD Reviews at Heavy Metal and Power Metal Portal www.1heavymetal.com
		For those unfamiliar with these early releases, just listen to the pure aggression on �The Dungeons Are Calling� as brothers Jon and Criss Oliva trade vocal and guitar parts with metallic passion.
		Although tragic death of Criss Oliva and personnel moves has contributed the bands evolution, these 2 timeless releases in particular recall the bands greatest musical achievements.
		As with �The Dungeon�s Are Calling�, �Sirens� offers more unreleased tracks.
	www.blaineray.tprs.com /CDReviews/August2002/savatage.htm (12683 words)

	The Criss Oliva Requiem Web Page - Tribute to Savatage Guitarist Criss Oliva
		Criss Oliva was the lead guitarist, co-writer, and co-founder of the band Savatage.
		The Criss Oliva Requiem Web Page - Tribute to Savatage Guitarist Criss Oliva
		Although Criss's life was tragically cut short, and his talent was grossly underappreciated, his music will stand the test of time, and Savatage will ultimately be remembered as his band.
	www.geocities.com /savarequiem (135 words)

	Infernal Dominion - Music Reviews
		Criss Oliva was an amazing, and always underrated, guitarist who played with some of the truest emotion I've ever heard anyone play and this live tribute represents an awesome band in their still-evolving heavy metal stage and keeps the Criss Oliva name alive and well.
		Savatage have been around since the early 80's and have continued to put out excellent heavy metal albums (though more progressive metal lately) throughout the 1990's...Which is saying a lot, since we all know how most of the bands from the 80's ended up.
		The Gutter Ballet album took the classic heavy metal approach of Hall Of The Mountain King and added classical and progressive elements.
	www.angelfire.com /mi/demonzine/rev5.html (135 words)

	BallBusterHardMusic.com - Online Metal Journal
		Favorite guitarist: Can't name just one, I'd say my main favorites are Criss Oliva, Michael Schenker, Kirk Hammet, Yngwie Malmsteen, and Tony Iommi.
		Most underrated players: Jon Schaffer (not enough of the general public recognize players for outstanding rhythm guitar work) and Criss Oliva.
		Best musician you've ever seen: Geddy Lee and Yngwie Malmsteen
	www.ballbustermusic.com /axe_banger/09-2005/joe_sims.html (156 words)

	Savatage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Savatage is a heavy metal band founded by the brothers Jon and Criss Oliva in 1979.
		Savatage continued to focus on their Trans-Siberian Orchestra project for a while, releasing The Christmas Attic, but the release of Poets and Madmen in 2001 was highlighted by Jon Oliva's return as lead vocalist.
		Although the album is technically a Jon Oliva solo album, with Jon handling all instrumental duties except for vocals and lead guitars, the album was released under the Savatage name with bass and drum credits given to Middleton and Wacholz, respectively.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Savatage (976 words)

	Savatage - Poets And Madmen reviewed by The House of Shred
		Oliva that the band still sounds uniquely like Savatage, regardless of the various personnel changes the line-up has endured since the tragic death of Jon's brother, founding guitarist Criss Oliva, in 1993.
		This track has something to satisfy every Savatage fan as it weaves from Oliva's melancholy piano and vocal to balls-out rifforama with their latter day trademark million-man singalong sandwiched between.
		For years, Savatage lyrics have had an uncommon duality in that they are usually part of an elaborate story, yet remain poignant and self-inclusive when detached from the whole.
	www.houseofshred.com /reviews/savatage_poets.htm (1033 words)

	SAVATAGE
		Criss Oliva - Guitar - Sirens, Dungeons Are Calling, Power of the Night, Fight For The Rock, Hall of The Mountain King, Gutter Ballet, Streets and Edge of Thorns.
		Jon Oliva - Vocals - Sirens, Dungeons Are Calling, Power of the Night, Fight For The Rock, Hall of The Mountain King, Gutter Ballet, Streets, Dead Winter Dead and The Wake Of Magellan.
		Steve "Doc" Wacholz - Drums - Sirens, Dungeons Are Calling, Power of the Night, Fight For The Rock, Hall of The Mountain King, Gutter Ballet, Streets and Edge of Thorns.
	www.50megs.com /fantasian/Sava.html (1033 words)

	Savatage reviews
		His work in Savatage, albeit in less-than-ideal circumstances (former guitarist Criss Oliva was killed in a car accident and this album is dedicated to him), has also resulted in the release of one of the best progressive thrash albums I've heard in recent times.
		Skolnick's amazing guitar work is clearly the highlight of this album for me, but I think what is also amazing is Jon Oliva's and Paul O'Neill's songwriting.
		Savatage has shown remarkable growth as a band since from their initial offerings of
	www.ram.org /music/reviews/savatage.html (603 words)

	Savatage History
		The history of Savatage starts somewhere around 1975 when the two brothers Jon (15, leadguitar),and Criss (12, bass) Oliva formed the coverband Black Diamond.
		It's being told on the basis of observations by me and memories of singer/bandleader Jon Oliva and Paul O'Neill, who has become their permanent producer since the succesful album "Hall Of The Mountain King".
		The Par-contract is being redempted by Savatage thanks to the "The Dungeons Are Calling"-EP, where we find the six other "Sirens" songs.
	www.realsavatage.com /articles/art.AS.nl_5.96A.shtml (1254 words)

	Savatage
		The trademarks of Savatage were the crazy vocals of Jon Oliva (who also played piano) and the fantastic guitars of his brother Criss, who had a very original style.
		With this release, Savatage got more successful and so, Jon Oliva officially returned to the band, but Zak Stevens remained the lead singer.
		Unfortunately, while Savatage were gaining some success finally, this great guitarplayer and songwriter died in a car accident after touring for this album...
	www.geocities.com /SunsetStrip/Lounge/5910/sava.htm (729 words)

	The Metal Crypt - Reviews
		The real star of "Edge of Thorns", however, is Criss Oliva and his guitar.
		On "Edge of Thorns" Criss gave the performance of his career, made all the more triumphant and bittersweet by his death that same year.
		"Edge of Thorns" was the seventh full-length for the ‘Tage, and it rules.
	www.metalcrypt.com /pages/reviews.php?revid=797 (574 words)

	DigitalMetal.com
		This is an older song dating back to the Edge of Thorns era and features the late Criss Oliva in his final recorded performance as well as Zak Stevens on vocals showcasing why he was better in this era than on any other Sava-record he was on.
		It’s got Criss’ unmistakable energy and feel and sounds like it could have been lifted straight off of the Thorns record.
		When I heard of vocalist Zak Stevens’ departure from the band last year, I was torn between wanting him to remain and wanting him to find a band that would allow him to stretch himself and sing with the fire I heard on Edge of Thorns.
	www.digitalmetal.com /reviews.asp?cid=3956 (631 words)

	THE METAL OBSERVER - Review - SAVATAGE - Hall Of The Mountain King
		The rolling guitar riff of "Legions", the thunderous opening to "Devastation" preceded by a beautiful acoustic piece from the much missed Criss Oliva all handled by the strong vocals of Jon Oliva whose voice is enjoying a renaissance on the 'TAGE's latest world tour.
		Already four albums into a career that was, at last, starting to pay dividends for the band, "Hall Of The Mountain King" was to prove a milestone in the band's history.
		Tipped to be as big a player along side MAIDEN and METALLICA, SAVATAGE never have reached their potential and even to this day the fans are crying out for a return to the halcyon Metal-days.
	www.metal-observer.com /articles.php?lid=1&sid=1&id=212 (279 words)

	SAVATAGE Power of the Night reviews and MP3
		"Power of the Night" is the last album with original bass player Keith Collins, the Oliva brothers fired him as his playing was below par compared with the rest of the band, also it's been said that Jon and Criss Oliva recorded some bass themselves replacing some of Collins' "dodgy" tracks.
		Anyway, "Power of the Night" was a huge step forward for the band, the songwriting being miles better than that of the two previous releases.
		— I think that Power of the Night is one of the weakest Savatage's album, along with Fight for The Rock.
	www.progarchives.com /Progressive_rock_discography_CD.asp?cd_id=4518 (1051 words)

	www.myspace.com/Messiah_X
		R.I.P. Fallen Warriors: Quorthon (Bathory), Dead (Mayhem), Valfar (Windir), Frostmourn (Agares), Grond (Dry Spell), Chuck Schuldiner (Death), Criss Oliva (Savatage), Paul Baloff (Exodus), Cernunnos (Enthroned), Soto Jr.
		I have no heroes who influence me, but I do remember the fallen who were heroes in their time...
	www.myspace.com /index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=2982840&Mytoken=20050317010544 (1051 words)

	ValNet Reviews: Savatage
		Hard For Love Oliva showed us he could write sick songs when he did "Twisted Little Sister" on "Sirens" and "The Whip" on "The Dungeons Are Calling".
		The guitarwork is standard amazing work from Criss, the best who ever lived, although it isn't as refined as it became in later releases.
		All in all, this album, I feel, was even better than the three that followed it, with the exception of perhaps "The Dungeons Are Calling".
	members.aol.com /Valvoch/musicreviews.SAVA.html (1051 words)

	The Criss Oliva Requiem Web Page - Music
		From the Dungeons to the Streets promo CD Edge of Thorns
		When the Crowds Are Gone promo CD Streets
	www.geocities.com /savarequiem/music1.htm (1051 words)

	BNR Metal Pages -- Savatage
		In the earlier days the band had a very distinctive style, due mainly to the excellent guitar work of Criss Oliva (who, as most should know, was tragically killed in a a car accident in 1993) and the powerful vocals of brother Jon.
		Being a fan of the group from the beginning (I still have my blue-vinyl copy of Sirens), I prefer the rougher edge of the earlier albums like Sirens and The Dungeons Are Calling.
		Their earlier work is harder, more power-metal oriented, while the later albums have more of an accessible hard rock sound, with with slight progressive touches.
	www.bnrmetal.com /groups/sava.htm (1051 words)

	Walmart.com - Dungeons Are Calling
		The seeds of Savatage sprouted in 1978 when brothers Criss (vocals) and Jon Oliva (guitar) formed a rock band called Avatar.
		From the tragic loss of one of its founding members to surviving in an ever-changing musical landscape, the band's resiliency is a testament to its greatness.
		By 1983, the group assumed the name, Savatage, and roughened its metal sound, Iron Maiden and Judas Priest style.
	www.walmart.com /catalog/product.gsp?product_id=1806174 (1051 words)

	UFO's "Walk On Water" reviewed by The House of Shred
		He proves why he is mentioned as a heavy influence by guitar virtuosos such as Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, the late great Criss Oliva, Marty Friedman, Kirk Hammett...Need I CONTINUE?...didn't think so...
		Michael Schenker soars through this record with the speed of light.
		And then there's the solo, and the acoustic nylon string arpeggios...and Michael Schenker.
	www.houseofshred.com /reviews/uforev1.htm (393 words)

	MOLTEN METAL USA "NEW ITEMS"
		His beautiful acoustic work with the instrumental "Angel", and his vibrant power riffing in "Children Of The Witches" is pleasingly reminiscent of the memorable sound attributed to the legendary Criss Oliva; it is not surprising that the band pays homage to the fallen Savatage axemaster in the credits.
		The metal world has recently been treated with great reissues of classic eighties music of luminaries such as Riot, Savage Grace, Savage, Virgin Steele, and Tygers Of Pan Tang (to name but a few of the many great discs out there).
		This cult American eighties power metal quartet is back with a vengeance with a previously unreleased gem of 10 incendiary tracks entitled "Victims Of The Night", originally recorded in 1986.
	members.aol.com /jbmestad/new.htm (393 words)

	ProGGnosis: Savatage (Artist Page)
		Started in 1981 as Avatar with the brothers Jon and Criss Oliva, drummer Steve Wacholz and bassist Keith Collins build an underground following in the band's home state, Florida
		In 1983 Savatage made the first album Sirens.
	www.proggnosis.com /MUSIC_DBArtist.asp?txtArtistID=1027 (94 words)

	Savatage Legion Merchandise
		Features the Savatage logo on the back, along with "Criss Oliva 1963-1993" and "Still the Orchestra Plays." Sizes L and XL available.
		All have the Savatage logo on the front, and the signature of the band member on the back (Jon, Chris, Al, and Johnny).
		-- Legion package with a special member T-shirt (black with Savatage logo on the front and "Legion" underneath, with "Still the Orchestra Plays" on the back), along with an autographed picture, aftershow backstage pass (good for any Savatage show), and window and bumper stickers.
	members.aol.com /pwankers/merch.htm (398 words)

	RevelationZ Magazine - Album Review - Savatage - Streets - A Rock Opera
		Savatage is the greatest, Criss Oliva is still to this day the greatest guitar player ever.
		I've been a fan of Savatage for many years, but have always been partial to the "classic" Savatage line-up.
		To me, "Streets" is their best album, and the truest representation of what they are all about as a band.
	www.revelationz.net /index.asp?ID=275 (2378 words)

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