Joey Tempest

Rolf Magnus Joakim Larsson (born 19 August 1963), known professionally as Joey Tempest, is a Swedish singer based in the UK. He is best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Europe. He has written most of the band's biggest hit songs, including "The Final Countdown", "Rock the Night", "Cherokee" and "Carrie".

For his self-titled album, see Joey Tempest (album).
This article is about the musician. For the Swedish medical researcher, see Joakim Larsson (researcher).
Joey Tempest
Tempest performing in 2018
Background information
Birth nameRolf Magnus Joakim Larsson
Born (1963-08-19) 19 August 1963
Upplands Väsby, Stockholm, Sweden
GenresHeavy metal, hard rock, glam metal, country rock
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, musician
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, keyboards
Years active1979–present
LabelsPolar, Polydor, Sonet, Epic
Member ofEurope
Websiteeuropetheband.com
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