Power metal fans around the world are celebrating alongside Kamelot after the band honored its founding member and guitarist Thomas Youngblood on his 52nd birthday.
On May 29, Kamelot shared a photo of Youngblood on its official Instagram account and invited fans to join the celebration.
"Join us in wishing our founding member and guitarist Thomas Younglood the loudest, most epic happy birthday!” the band wrote. “Let him hear you in the comments, KamNation!"
Youngblood remains one of the most important figures in Kamelot's history. He is the only founding member who has continuously remained active in the band since its formation and has helped shape its sound for nearly four decades.
Guitarist Thomas Youngblood of Kamelot performs at City National Civic on May 4, 2018 in San Jose, California.Photo by Miikka Skaffari/Getty Images
Born on May 29, 1974, Youngblood began playing guitar as a teenager after moving from Virginia to Florida. His passion for music eventually led him to form a band that would become one of the most recognizable names in power and symphonic metal.
View this post on InstagramYoungblood founded the group in Florida in 1987 under the name Camelot before it later became Kamelot. Over the years, he guided the band's growth from a local metal act into an internationally recognized force within the genre.
Kamelot released its debut album, Eternity, in 1995 and followed it with a string of successful records including Dominion, Siége Perilous, The Fourth Legacy, Karma, Epica and The Black Halo. The band's catalog has since expanded to 13 studio albums, three live albums, two live DVDs and numerous music videos.
Throughout much of Kamelot's history, Youngblood served as the band's primary composer. His songwriting partnerships helped define several eras of the group, including his collaboration with former vocalist Roy Khan and later with current singer Tommy Karevik.
Beyond his guitar work, Youngblood has also contributed backing vocals during live performances and has played a major role in the band's creative direction. He additionally serves as CEO of KMI Entertainment, the company responsible for Kamelot's management and booking operations.
Over the years, he has participated in multiple collaborations and guest appearances, including projects with Ian Parry's Consortium Project, Monarque, Aina and tribute recordings honoring Iron Maiden.
Kamelot Enters New Era With ‘Dark Asylum’
Youngblood's birthday arrives during a busy period for Kamelot.
Just days before the celebration, the band announced its upcoming fourteenth studio album, Dark Asylum, which is scheduled for release on August 28, 2026.
Speaking about the concept behind the record, Youngblood said:
"‘Dark Asylum’ follows a soul trapped inside a world of masks, fractured memories, and psychological torment, wandering the endless halls of RavenHill in search of truth, identity, and redemption.
What begins as a descent into darkness gradually transforms into a journey of awakening, where beneath the fear, illusion and chaos lies the possibility of healing, hope and ultimately a path out of the shadows into Sanctuary.
The album explores the duality between despair and salvation, blurring the lines between reality and madness through theatrical storytelling, haunting atmospheres, and deeply emotional themes."
The album follows 2023's The Awakening, which marked another successful chapter in Kamelot's career. The band's first single from that record, "One More Flag in the Ground," was considered for Grammy recognition in the Best Metal Performance category.
Earlier this year, Youngblood also hinted at major touring plans. In a social media update, he told fans:
"Tour announcements coming soon for North America and Europe Pt1! tease of poster…"
As Kamelot prepares for a new album cycle and an upcoming world tour, Youngblood's birthday serves as a reminder of his lasting influence on the metal scene.
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