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Track Listings
| 1. On the Backs of Angels (8:42) |
| 2. Build Me Up, Break Me Down (6:59) |
| 3. Lost Not Forgotten (10:11) |
| 4. This is the Life (6:57) |
| 5. Bridges In The Sky (11:01) |
| 6. Outcry (11:24) |
| 7. Far From Heaven (3:56) |
| 8. Breaking All Illusions (12:25) |
| 9. Beneath The Surface (5:26) |
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Special two disc (CD + DVD) editon includes bonus DVD. 2011 album from the Progressive Metal greats. A Dramatic Turn of Events is an album born from transition, crafted with studied persistence and possessed by newfound freedom and free-flowing invigoration. The album strikes the perfect balance between Dream Theater's intimate history with all that is heavy, progressive and melodic with each element fully realized. Longtime fans of the band intrigued by the speediness of the notes on display from Dream Theater have much to study on the album, while fans of melodic hooks will find equal pleasure within the songs
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By David Rogers
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Whenever a band announces a change in the line-up, fans do one of two things; furrow their brows and declare the group off limits or become very understanding and realize that as time moves on, so do people's priorities. With the changes in the current Dream Theatre line-up, most fans should be quite accepting and after just one listening of this album, they should be VERY happy. Drummers are too easily dismissed as legitimate muscians and for all the credit due to Mike P. over the years, you just can't help but say "the new guy is pretty good".
The chops from the band are still mesmerizing...long, extended musical journeys with lyrics that are both mystical and earthy...they are from the heart. The melodies and signiture time changes only enhance each piece and at the end there is complete satisfaction. A fine blend of rock solid Prog-Metal and moments of quiet introspection. A well made, well conceived album that delivers satisfaction over the whole album.
The DVD is a nice addition as fans can join the band in their search for the new family member. Yeah, some of it is contrived and feels like one of those popular television searches for talent but the insights provided make it a worthwhile 60 minutes of your life. This is a band who sees that the future can't be predicted but you sure can adapt to it.
The chops from the band are still mesmerizing...long, extended musical journeys with lyrics that are both mystical and earthy...they are from the heart. The melodies and signiture time changes only enhance each piece and at the end there is complete satisfaction. A fine blend of rock solid Prog-Metal and moments of quiet introspection. A well made, well conceived album that delivers satisfaction over the whole album.
The DVD is a nice addition as fans can join the band in their search for the new family member. Yeah, some of it is contrived and feels like one of those popular television searches for talent but the insights provided make it a worthwhile 60 minutes of your life. This is a band who sees that the future can't be predicted but you sure can adapt to it.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By MacFish
Format:Audio CD
Prog fans everywhere asked the same question; Can Dream Theater continue without the mighty Mike Portnoy? The answer is a resounding, Hell Yeah! DT's latest offering sees the band review what is important to Dream Theater fans, a smathering of styles and textures showcasing four extraordinary musically ambidextrous individuals. Song writing remains strong with the added bonus of an improved mix that leaves room to hear all the members feats of insanity. Chapter two has officially begun for Dream Theater and fans around the world are in for a treat!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By CJ
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
DT is DT. Prog music for prog fans and that did not change with Portnoy's departure nor does it get any better. At least for now. Still over-extended on many levels the DT machine churn out a more rock oriented affair and one that has less of the harsh elements that were maybe present on Train of Thought or Systematic Chaos. This band is always hard to review. You either get it or you don't. And if you don't well then no explanation, praise or begging will probably change your mind. For those in the know, this is still top flight stuff. I found it not as instantly catchy as some other releases though. But I like a grower and keep finding reasons to go back. Which is really the point in the end. Songs Mike Portnoy wished he drummed on: Bridges in the Sky, Build Me Up, Break Me Down, and Outcry which features some ridiculous in-sync playing from Petrucci, Rudess and Myung.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Decent album
The music is pretty standard for Dream Theater but not very spectacular. It sounds like they are trying to be more commercial but it just doesn't work for them. Read more
Published 1 month ago by G1
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merci.
Merci. Super de faire affaire avec vous. c'est vite et pas de problème. Je recommande a tout le monde. A la prochaine.
Published 3 months ago by PierreGuenette
2.0 out of 5 stars
What happened?
After what I consider their best album ever, Black Clouds & Silver Linings, I find their latest uninspired and soulless. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Sebastien Clement
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mind boggling...
..music on this CD is even better than 'Metropolis Part 2'.
DT deviated on these two albums from the style established on "Images and Worlds". Read more
DT deviated on these two albums from the style established on "Images and Worlds". Read more
Published 18 months ago by Regnal
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mind-blowing, Inspirational, Emotional, Dream-Theatrical
These four words are pretty much exactly what can be said about the new album. They bring a whole new level of musicianship and intimacy to the table in this release (not that they... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Andrew
4.0 out of 5 stars
Classic Dream Theater is Back
I'll keep this short and simple. This album exemplifies the fact that Portnoy's departure from the band allowed their creativity to soar to new levels, and they are flexing their... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Raffi
5.0 out of 5 stars
They did it again!
It took me about 20 times of listening to this album to really start to appreciate it. Once I got in sync with the music, it all started to make sense! Read more
Published 20 months ago by dimar
5.0 out of 5 stars
this is nearly perfect!!!
I have listened to this several times now. I always feel the need to do this with a new DT album.They have been my favourite band since the early 90's and I have been over... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Ric
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dream Theater are back.
While I've enjoyed every album the band has released, A Dramatic Turn of Events sees the return of that creative spark that originally made me a fan. Read more
Published 21 months ago by TL
5.0 out of 5 stars
Their best in a long time
Dream Theater have returned with their first album since the departure of drummer and key member Mike Portnoy and replacement with Mike Mangini. Read more
Published 21 months ago by I. Mitchell
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