About Temper
Temper was born from a spark – when Sören and Frank first played together at a one-off company event, the musical chemistry was undeniable. What started as a spontaneous jam quickly turned into something bigger. With Chris joining on drums shortly after, the core of Temper was formed. In the beginning, we reimagined songs from our previous bands – and a few of those tracks still bring crowds to life at our shows today.
Our sound bridges genres and moods: some songs hit hard with fast-paced, classic Metal energy, others dive into darker, more atmospheric territory. Whether in English or German, our songs are always melodic, powerful, and stick with you – the kind of tunes you’ll find yourself humming days after the gig.
What defines Temper is an honest and energetic mix of personalities, influences, and styles each of us brings to the table. From 80s metal roots to modern rock and beyond, we don’t fit neatly into one box – and we like it that way. We play what moves us – and hope it moves you too.
Meet the Band
Frank - Vocals
My part is to combine lyrics and vocal melody with the instrumental forces. Usually, Sören brings brilliant riffs, and I follow the energy to feel what the song wants to say and let the words and melody grow from there.
My roots are in AC/DC and Deep Purple, but my heart beats for more modern bands like Papa Roach, Disturbed, and Siamese. I’m always chasing new sounds that inspire me.
I love strong hooks and sing-along choruses – especially when there’s an “Oh Oh Oh” to scream. Seeing you all move and react to our music is the best reward. See you at the next Temper show!
Gear
I use a Shure BLX24R/SM58 wireless mic to give me freedom in my stage performance, a Boss VE-500 for vocal effects, and an LD Systems MEI 1000 G2 for in-ear monitoring.
Rico - Guitar
I’m the latest addition to the band. I’ve known the guys for a while now and I’ve already stepped in to help out at some gigs. I used to play with Sören in a Melodic Metal band back in the day, so we’ve got a good rhythm going and we know where we’re headed. I’m feeling optimistic that I can bring some fresh ideas to Temper and help us move forward. I’m grateful to be a solid part of the band, there’s a lot of positive energy, creativity, and passion going on here.
Gear
I use a RAN Custom Shop flying-V guitar, a Marshall Amp, and a Harley Benton 4×12 cabinet.
Sören - Guitar
As a founding member of Temper, I am thrilled to share my passion for music with our fans. My love for music started in 2001 when I first picked up the guitar, and I haven’t put it down since. Before joining forces with my fellow bandmates to form Temper, I spent 10 years honing my skills in a melodic metal band.
My playing style is heavily influenced by my love for catchy melodies and the contrast they provide to heavy break-downs. I take pride in adding value to our songs with my creativity, not just on the guitar, but also on various other instruments and vocals. I believe that it’s the unique blend of our individual talents and influences that make Temper’s sound stand out.
Gear
I use an ESP LTD MH-1000QM Guitar screaming via a Peavey 6505+ and a 4×12 Engl cabinet with a small set of pedals.
Christian - Drums
When I met Frank and Sören I first wanted just to jam and get better on drums. Pretty soon we found out that the three of us shared the same energy, passion, and dedication to make music not only for ourselves. I started taking drum lessons, bought my first own drum kit, and improved my skills. Playing live, in front of people, got me so hooked from the first day on. From my position in the back, I love seeing the band performing and the audience going wild.
And the best thing is, I can express my feelings with our music and support it with a fat beat. I am so in love with that.
Gear
I play on a Pearl Masters Premium drumset, with Istanbul Cymbals, all mounted to a Pearl Drum Rack. On my bass drum, I use a DW 5002 double bass pedal.
