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Dream Theater

Dream Theater

SKU: CD16759 Barcode: 0016861760427
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  • Released Date: 23 Sep 2013

  • Genre: Metal

Our Take

Dream Theater, huh? More like Yawn Theater, am I right? These prog rock veterans are back with their self-titled album that's about as thrilling as watching paint dry.

From the very first track, you can tell that Dream Theater are just going through the motions. The overindulgent guitar solos, the overwrought lyrics, the seemingly endless drum fills – it's all been done before, and done better.

The band tries to inject some energy into the album with tracks like "The Enemy Inside" and "Enigma Machine," but it all just falls flat. It's like they're trying to recapture the glory days of their earlier work, but they've forgotten what made those albums so great in the first place.

Sure, there are moments of technical brilliance scattered throughout the album, and fans of the band will undoubtedly find something to love here. But for the casual listener, Dream Theater's latest effort is just another forgettable entry in their discography.

Overall, Dream Theater feels like a band that's stuck in the past, desperately clinging onto the glory days of prog rock. It's time for them to step out of their comfort zone and try something new. In the meantime, I'll be catching some Z's while listening to this snoozefest of an album.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Sleep Paralysis/Night Terrors/Lucid Dream
2. The Enemy Inside
3. The Looking Glass
4. Enigma Machine
5. The Bigger Picture
6. Behind the Veil
7. Surrender to Reason
8. Along for the Ride
9. Paradoxe, De La Lumiere Noire/Live, Die, Kill/The Embracing Circle/The Pursuit of Truth/Surrender, Trust & Passion

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About the artist

Dream Theater

Ah, Dream Theater - the prog gods of the music industry. Hailing from Long Island, these guys have been churning out epic tracks since the late 80s. With their complex compositions and mind-blowing instrumental skills, they have set the bar high for all other prog rock bands. Led by the legendary guitarist John Petrucci and the incredible keyboardist Jordan Rudess, Dream Theater is a force to be reckoned with. Their music is not for the faint-hearted - it's a rollercoaster of time signatures, intricate melodies, and virtuosic solos. Dream Theater is known for their epic concept albums, where each track seamlessly flows into the next, taking the listener on a musical journey like no other. From the energetic "Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory" to the haunting "Octavarium," their discography is a treasure trove of progressive rock gems. But don't be fooled by their technical prowess - Dream Theater knows how to have a good time too. Their live shows are legendary, with the band members cracking jokes and interacting with the crowd in between epic solos. So, if you're a fan of musical virtuosity, mind-bending compositions, and a healthy dose of humour, look no further than Dream Theater. These guys are the real deal, and they're here to take you on a musical journey you won't soon forget.

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