DragonForce are an English power metal band formed in London, England in 1999. They are known for their twin guitar solos, speed, and vocals.

DragonForce was formed in 1999 from the remnants of black metal band Demoniac (and various other extreme metal groups) under the name of DragonHeart, but soon changed their name to DragonForce before releasing any commercial albums due to possible trademark issues with Brazilian band Dragonheart. Their career began with the publishing of their early songs on the first incarnation of MP3.com, claiming the top of the site's heavy metal charts. The hit song "Valley of the Damned" reached over 500,000 in the first few months. Two of the original members, Steve Williams and Steve Scott, quickly left the band to form power metal outfit Power Quest.
DragonForce has enjoyed increasing popularity over the years, publishing three albums and touring extensively while supporting Helloween, W.A.S.P. and Iron Maiden. Their 2005 tour in support of the Sonic Firestorm album included support from Angra and Mendeed during their passage through the UK. On the October 28, 2005 bassist Adrian Lambert announced his departure from the band in order to focus more time on raising his young son with lyrics comparable to themes present in fantasy games.





Emphasis on fast, twin-guitar harmonies
Lyrics of a fantastical or epic nature
Use of background choral singing throughout songs
Generally optimistic and uplifting chorus sections (musically and lyrically)
Video game influenced melodies and guitar noises
Usage of keyboard
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• A brief sample of the sixth track on the Sonic Firestorm CD.
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  ZP Theart - Lead vocals
  Herman Li - Lead / Rhythm guitars & Backing vocals
  Sam Totman - Lead / Rhythm guitars & Backing vocals
  Dave Mackintosh - Drums & Backing vocals
  Frédéric Leclercq - Bass guitar & Backing vocals
  Vadim Pruzhanov - Keyboard
  Valley of the Damned (demo) (2000) (as DragonHeart)
  Valley of the Damned (2003)
  Sonic Firestorm (2004)
  Inhuman Rampage (2006)
  Inhuman Rampage Special Edition (2007)
  "Through the Fire and Flames", from Inhuman Rampage
  "Operation Ground and Pound", from Inhuman Rampage
  DragonForce - official site
  DragonForce at MySpace
  Artist profile page at Roadrunner Records