Dream Theater The Astonishing 2016

Dream Theater - The Astonishing (2016) (Repost) Music

Posted by gribovar at March 25, 2020

Few bands could have conceived of, let alone pulled off, the exercise in excess that Dream Theater have with The Astonishing. In a vast catalog that includes several album-length conceptual statements - Metropolis, Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory, Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence - this is so extreme that it pushes at what their fans (a fanatical lot) may accept. Guitarist John Petrucci has written a double-disc sci-fi rock opera, set in a dystopian future in an invented country (the package contains maps). In it, music created and/or performed by humans has been outlawed by the state. Only government-sanctioned and programmed machines are entrusted with those functions. A small band of rebels cling to and fight for the vision (and redemption) of human music…

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Dream Theater - The Astonishing (2016) [Official Digital Download 24bit/96kHz] Vinyl & HR

Posted by HDV at Oct. 12, 2022

Dream Theater - The Astonishing (2016)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/96 kHz | Time - 130:38 minutes | 2,89 GB
Studio Master, Official Digital Download | Artwork: Front cover

"The Astonishing" is the thirteenth studio album by American progressive metal band Dream Theater, released as a double album. It 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. 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. Writing the music as a duo, Petrucci and Rudess venture into unexplored corners of their sound without sacrificing their musical identity.

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Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson - United States (2009) Repost Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at Sept. 4, 2017

United States is the first full length hard rock collaborative album between hard rock guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert and singer Freddie Nelson. The collaboration has been described as a cross between Queen and Mr. Big. On first listen, Nelson s stunning vocals reminds many listeners of the legendary Freddie Mercury. But listen again, and you will be introduced to a singer, performer, and writer with a unique sound and character all his own. Gilbert could easily rest on his "Guitar Hero" reputation, but being raised on The Beatles, The Who, Led Zeppelin, and Van Halen, Gilbert craves great rock singing and songs.

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Paul Gilbert - Space Ship Live (2005) Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at Sept. 4, 2017

The Space Ship Live DVD features ripper Paul Gilbert and co-astronauts Linus of Hollywood (bass) and Marcus Minnemann (drums) perform, live at Cello Studios in Hollywood, a selection of tracks from Gilbert's latest CD "Space Ship One", along with a couple of older tracks, such as the Racer X instrumental "Scarified", some "Burning Organ" tracks, and more. The bright studio lights make it easy for fellow guitarists to cop dozens of Gilbert's licks, as he turns up the heat in his orange NASA get up. Check out the blazing "Down To Mexico" from his "Flying Dog" CD for more up-tempo, six-string fun. Gilbert introduces each track with his own unique brand of humor and technical input. Bonus features include a number of acoustic tracks, alternate takes, and the "Prelude In D" By J.S. Bach.

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7 for 4 - Contact (2001) Re-up Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at May 20, 2017

7 for 4 is the brain child of Virtuoso guitarist Wolfgang Zenk (no medals for those who figure out the country of origin), who is better known as the former guitarist for German progressive metal band Sieges Even and with 7 for 4 he has decided to explore jazz fusion territory.

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7 for 4 - Time (2004) Re-up Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at May 20, 2017

Time is the second CD from 7 for 4, a German instrumental band. Similar to the first album, all the tracks except one are instrumentals. The guest vocalist is Conny Kreitmeier on "Where Are You Now". The liner notes describe this album to be a mixture of Latin, Country, Classic, and Metal. Although still very enjoyable, this isn't quite up the the high level they set with their debut.

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7 for 4 - Diffusion (2008) Re-up Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at May 23, 2017

7 for 4's new album starts with Diffusion, which introduces us with a mellow jazzy guitar line. 7 For 4 didn't change their recipe: as with the previous albums, it soon changes for a rock-metal style which could remind me of the band Royal Hunt without lyrics. It's always cut by jazzy lines on bass and guitar, hard to hate, really. It's followed by Indigo Dunes, where the keyboards have a sound similar to the ones used by Liquid Tension Experiment, and a similar use too. In Overall, this track has a slower tempo than most of what 7 for 4 gave us by the past, but it's nonetheless really interesting, especially when considering the basslines taking their places in there. A really balanced piece, one of the best on the CD in my opinion. …

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Visions Of Atlantis - Wanderers (2019) Music

Posted by v3122 at Sept. 14, 2019

Visions Of Atlantis - Wanderers (2019)
EAC | Flac(Image) + Cue + Log & MP3 CBR 320Kbps
Napalm Records, NPR 819 DP | ~ 395 or 132 Mb | Artwork(jpg) -> 58 Mb
Melodic Metal, Symphonic Power Metal

Austrian coed-metal act Visions of Atlantis has been through a lot. With six studio albums since 2002, several lineup changes (including the sad death of vocalist Nicole Bogner to illness in 2012), to the point of the drummer being the sole original member… the band has been rigorously tested in a crucible in under two decades. Thankfully, with the arrival of new album Wanderers on 31 August, the lineup remains mostly intact since the previous album…

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VA - From Spirituals To Swing: The Legendary 1938 & 1939 Carnegie Hall Concerts Produced By John Hammond (1999) Music

Posted by delpotro at July 12, 2024

VA - From Spirituals To Swing: The Legendary 1938 & 1939 Carnegie Hall Concerts Produced By John Hammond (1999)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 445 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 457 Mb | Digital booklet | 02:50:59
Blues, Swing, Gospel, Jazz | Label: Vanguard Records

From Spirituals to Swing was the title of two concerts presented by John Hammond in Carnegie Hall on 23 December 1938 and 24 December 1939. The concerts included performances by Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Big Joe Turner and Pete Johnson, Helen Humes, Meade Lux Lewis, Albert Ammons, Mitchell's Christian Singers, the Golden Gate Quartet, James P. Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy and Sonny Terry.

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VA - From Spirituals To Swing: The Legendary 1938 & 1939 Carnegie Hall Concerts Produced By John Hammond (1999) Music

Posted by delpotro at July 12, 2024

From Spirituals to Swing was the title of two concerts presented by John Hammond in Carnegie Hall on 23 December 1938 and 24 December 1939. The concerts included performances by Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Big Joe Turner and Pete Johnson, Helen Humes, Meade Lux Lewis, Albert Ammons, Mitchell's Christian Singers, the Golden Gate Quartet, James P. Johnson, Big Bill Broonzy and Sonny Terry.

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