Ed Kowalczyk (born July 16, 1971) was founding member, songwriter and former lead singer of the band LIVE. LIVE was known for the following hits: 'Lightning Crashes', 'Selling the Drama', 'Overcome' en 'Dolphin's Cry'. Since leaving LIVE in 2009, Ed has launched a successful solo career. His first solo album 'Alive' was released worldwide in June and July 2010. Ed recorded 'The Garden' in 2012 and 'The Flood and The Mercy' in 2013. 'Edward Joel Kowalczyk' came to Europe in 2013 for his sold out 'I Alone Acoustic' tour, all to promote his new album 'The Flood and The Mercy'. The 'I Alone Acoustic' tour became an amazing success.