Masterplan is the name of at least two bands. They are: (1) A German Power Metal band, was founded by Uli Kusch and Roland Grapow after leaving Helloween. Jorn Lande (ex- Ark and Beyond Twilight) was the vocalist until May 2006, due to a dispute between him and Roland and Uli, as he wanted to make the third album more melodic, whereas Roland and Uli wanted to make it more heavy like the self-titled debut. On 5th October 2006, Uli Kusch announced his departure from the band, and was replaced by Mike Terrana.