ELIZE RYD

Elize Ryd is a Swedish vocalist best known as one of the three singers in Amaranthe, where she provides the primary clean female vocals in the band’s distinctive multi‑vocalist lineup. Before joining Amaranthe, she worked in musical theatre and as a session singer, experiences that helped shape her confident stage presence and polished delivery.

Beyond Amaranthe, Ryd has appeared as a guest vocalist with acts such as Kamelot and Timo Tolkki’s Avalon, further cementing her reputation as a versatile and reliable collaborator in the melodic and symphonic metal worlds. Her work has taken her across major festivals and tours, making her a familiar figure to modern metal audiences.

Her vocal identity is defined by bright, clear melodic lines that draw from both pop and metal traditions. She often emphasizes strong hooks, layered harmonies, and a smooth upper register, helping bridge the gap between heavy instrumentation and accessible, radio‑ready choruses.

Ryd’s contributions have been central to the rise of modern, pop‑infused melodic metal. By combining a polished contemporary sound with the energy of heavy music, she has helped expand the genre’s reach and influenced a new generation of vocalists who move comfortably between mainstream and metal aesthetics.