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  • Release Date: 01/13/2008
  • Original Release: 1992
  • Label: WEA JAPAN
  • UPC: 4988029311344

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1LISTENPull Me Under 8:11
2LISTENAnother Day 4:22
3LISTENTake the Time 8:21
4LISTENSurrounded 5:28
5LISTENMetropolis, Pt. 1: The Miracle and the Sleeper 9:30
6LISTENUnder a Glass Moon 7:02
7LISTENWait for Sleep 2:31
8LISTENLearning to Live 11:30

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Dream Theater's first album with new vocalist James LaBrie is an excellent mix of progressive metal stylings with heartfelt vocals and thought-provoking lyrics. Guitarist John Petrucci, bassist John Myung, and drummer Mike Portnoy, all of whom trained at Berklee, show impressive ability on their respective instruments. Kevin Moore's keyboards weave strongly through the intricately constructed songs, while operatically trained LaBrie shows an impressive range with his tenor. Standout tracks include the complex "Metropolis, Pt. 1," the Shakespeare-influenced "Pull Me Under" (also released as a single and video), the dramatic "Take the Time," and the 11-minute, thoughtful "Learning to Live." Dream Theater's musicianship and songwriting are a cut above the norm; this is a very good disc. Phil Carter, All Music Guide

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A lot of favorite songs, lovin 80s style rock!by Anonymous

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September 27, 2007: The album's strength really lies on the three strong singles: 'Metropolis Part 1', 'Pull Me Under' and 'Another Day'. Admittedly, at first I was put off by James LeBrie's vocals, but truth be told I can't think of anyone else to sing these songs, nor can I envision any other way or style of singing them. I was also put off by how 'Pull Me Under' just abruptly cuts off near the end, but let me assure you other newbies this is intentional by the band and the song is meant to end that way. Great album, if you have an original 1992 copy hide it from everyone!

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Rush of the 21st centuryby Anonymous

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September 03, 2004: Once in a lifetime would you come across something that changes your life, for better or worse. Well, this sure is one, if you have cared to lend an ear to this masterpiece. I dont see no point trying to explain to people what all is so good about this work in this review. Which all songs are worth listening, which one has exceptional riffs or roll of drums or the powerful double-bass, and other blah blah blah ... I would not even like to call this a review. How would the Almighty feel if I were to be critical on any of his creations? To be frank, I dont even see myself being in a capacity to do that. There are just a few things, however, which I would like to point out: Labrie lent DT the sound which they had been long craving for. Arguably, he is the best thing that has happened to DT, although he is not the most talented musician in the band. A band, that comprises of wizards, masters in their respective arts. Being a part of it is an honor in itself. Moore leaves oneself out-of-breath with his skills. Really, DT has not been able to repeat the zenith they achieved in IAW. I am inclined to think that it is largely because of Moore quitting the band. The ones who followed could only toil hard to keep up with the standards set by him. I don't think I could ever put this feeling into words. Well, I guess, this is a handicap many average men like me suffer from. Just to give you a taste of things, "After listening to DT, I realised that whatever music everyone else was making or trying to make, was totally bogus!". Finally, I am sure the title is enough to make all of them take pride in whatever they are doing. It's time to take a bow!

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