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Track Listings

Disc: 1

1 Descent of the NOMACS
2 Dystopian Overture
3 The Gift of Music
4 The Answer
5 A Better Life
6 Lord Nafaryus
7 A Savior in the Square
8 When Your Time Has Come
9 Act of Faythe
10 Three Days
11 The Hovering Sojourn
12 Brother, Can You Hear Me?
13 A Life Left Behind
14 Ravenskill
15 Chosen
16 A Tempting Offer
17 Digital Discord
18 The X Aspect
19 A New Beginning
20 The Road to Revolution

Disc: 2

1 2285 Entr'acte
2 Moment of Betrayal
3 Heaven's Cove
4 Begin Again
5 The Path That Divides
6 Machine Chatter
7 The Walking Shadow
8 My Last Farewell
9 Losing Faythe
10 Whispers on the Wind
11 Hymn of a Thousand Voices
12 Our New World
13 Power Down
14 Astonishing

Editorial Reviews

The Astonishing is undisputedly the most ambitious undertaking by a band whose cerebral compositions already define the vanguard of progressive hard rock.

The Astonishing is enriched exponentially by the integration of a real orchestra and choir, arranged by conductor David Campbell, whose work graces over 450 gold and platinum albums, including watershed releases from Adele, Justin Timberlake, Linkin Park, Evanescence, Beyoncé, and his son, Beck. The Astonishing was produced by Petrucci with engineering and mixing by Richard Chycki, whose resume includes work with Rush, Aerosmith, and Mick Jagger. Other organic sounds are more abundant than at any point in the band's history, with Rudess in particular relishing the tones from a grand piano and Hammond organ.

Like Tommy or The Wall, the songs on The Astonishing work as both singular compositions and overall story components. Writing the music as a duo, Petrucci and Rudess venture into unexplored corners of their sound without sacrificing their musical identity.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.79 x 4.96 x 0.55 inches; 4.3 ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Roadrunner Records
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 016861749323
  • Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2016
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 7, 2015
  • Label ‏ : ‎ Roadrunner Records
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B018H6M7CW
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,754 ratings

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Having viewed an interview with John Petrucci prior to the release, I was made aware that this would not be just another Dream Theater album. So I approached it this way: "This is a movie." I started listening in sections, rather than one sitting. Two different settings were ideal for taking in the new work. First was the mundane task of tuning skis. This activity allowed me to listen to the music. And then, driving to the ski hill made me a captive audience. Two elements hit me right off the bat. Number one: "There are some great songs in here." Number two: "This really showcases James LaBrie's vocals." Regarding the music overall, this is as awesome a movie sound track as I've ever heard. And I have the experience to make that claim... when the Beatles made their debut, I much preferred movie sound tracks. Remember Lawrence of Arabia? Back to Astonishing... The object of the piece is to relate the story. However, you don't have to wait long for the signature Dream Theater instrumental showcases. They are scattered throughout, and kept brief so as not to detract from the story. This work has proven my confidence in the DT team. No matter what their next endeavor is, I trust them.
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Dream Theater sigue cosechando éxitos, considero que siguen conquistando el trono del prog-metal. Tal vez este albúm, requiere de que le prestes mucha atención, no muy convincente a la primer escucha, pero vamos es Dream Theater y sólo puedes encontrar calidad. Buen sonido, algunos muy buenos temas (the Gift of music). Es una edición en digipak, 2 cds, librito y calidad en su presentación. Amazon a tiempo y buen servicio.
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