There's a lot of good recommendations here as far as 1 and 2 are concerned, but most of the vocals of these bands aren't doing it for me. Clean vocals need to be deeper and less lame.
So far of the recommendations, the best have been Sabaton, and Kiuas. I actually don't mind the semi-harsh yell/shout style vocals of Kiuas and I think they work very well.
fucking THISTad Morose is badass
and fucking THISKiuas are fucking awesome, but I don't know if they'll fit your criteria (kind of harsh vocals).
dont recommend him euroPM he obviously wants the USPM scene
dont recommend him euroPM he obviously wants the USPM scene
Virgin Steele!
I hate most power metal for obvious reasons but some real great releases are:
Symphony x - Divine Wings Of Trajedy
Axenstar - Far From Heaven
Fucking ace. Awesome band.
Axenstar is one of the most generic power metal bands around, to be honest.