Liquid Tension Experiment

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 3 (2021) [2CD Digibook Edition]

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 3 (2021) [2CD Digibook Edition]
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 811 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 277 MB | Covers - 247 MB
Genre: Instrumental Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: InsideOut Music (IOMLTDCD 582)

In modern-day progressive rock, it seems as though there is a new supergroup every few weeks. But long before this was the norm, and before musicians were routinely involved in more than one band, there was Liquid Tension Experiment. Back in 1997, Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic, Sons of Apollo), John Petrucci (Dream Theater), Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), and Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel), joined forces to create Liquid Tension Experiment. The foursome would release their iconic, self-titled debut album in 1998 and the dazzling follow-up, LTE2 in 1999, creating a dynamic, frantic, and inventive sound all their own. The incredible creativity between the collective would prompt Petrucci and Portnoy to invite Rudess to join Dream Theater, effectively marking the end of this side project…

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 2 (1999)  Music

Posted by gribovar at April 8, 2020
Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 2 (1999)

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 2 (1999)
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 536 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 187 MB | Covers (12 MB) included
Genre: Instrumental Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Magna Carta (MA-9035-2)

A sort of instrumental prog-rock/prog-metal supergroup, Liquid Tension Experiment features Dream Theater's John Petrucci (guitar) and Mike Portnoy (drums), keyboardist Jordan Rudess (who has worked with the Dixie Dregs and has since joined Dream Theater), and bassist extraordinaire Tony Levin (King Crimson, Peter Gabriel, and many others).
The second LTE album doesn't contain anything quite as self-indulgent as its predecessor's chops-heavy half-hour jam session "Three Minute Warning"; the epic piece here, the 17-minute "When the Water Breaks," is much more composed and therefore focused (even if it's not what you'd call a tight listen). Elsewhere, the music blends Dream Theater-esque progressive metal (logically) and spontaneous interaction with mellower, more lushly textured pieces; the high level of musicianship is, of course, beyond question.
Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 3 (2021)

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment 3 (2021)
Blu-ray: MPEG-4 AVC 1080p, 23,976 fps, 16:9, High Profile 4.1
LPCM 2.0 & 5.1, 96 kHz, 24-bit / DTS-HD MA 5.1, 96 kHz, 24-bit
Progressive Rock/Metal | 01:02:12+00:49:10 | ~ 25.96 Gb

During the final years of the 20th century, then Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy founded an instrumental prog rock supergroup with guitarist/bandmate John Petrucci, keyboardist Jordan Rudess (then of Dixie Dregs), and King Crimson bassist/Chapman Stick master Tony Levin. They issued two highly acclaimed studio outings and toured through 2008. Apparently, the mandatory downtime imposed by the global COVID-19 pandemic provided the individuals with the necessary scheduling space to write and record together for the first time in 22 years. Socially distanced in a New York studio, the band composed and recorded LTE3 in July 2020…

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment (1998)  Music

Posted by gribovar at April 7, 2020
Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment (1998)

Liquid Tension Experiment - Liquid Tension Experiment (1998)
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 554 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 186 MB | Covers (12 MB) included
Genre: Instrumental Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Magna Carta (MA-9022-2)

Think of it this way: wrap Dream Theater in with King Crimson and add just a pinch of The Dixie Dregs and you have the Liquid Tension Experiment. Loads of great guitar (John Petrucci) with electrifying solos and strong incredible guitar riffs, Superb Bass (Tony Levin), Heavy duty keys (Jordan Rudess) and deadly and accurate drumming (Mike Portnoy). This is an all instrumental release from the Magna Carta label and is perhaps their best yet. This album offers a wide range of moods, but generally is progressive driving prog at its finest. It is far more progressive and less Metal-prog as Dream Theater so don't worry… you will be amazed. The best part of the CD is the last 23 min epic track "3 Minute Warning". This is pure inprov and has not been overdubbed in any way… it is pure magic and pure prog. Hold onto your seats you are in for a wild ride.

Tony Levin / David Torn / Alan White - Levin Torn White (2011)  Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at July 12, 2018
Tony Levin / David Torn / Alan White - Levin Torn White (2011)

Tony Levin / David Torn / Alan White - Levin Torn White (2011)
EAC Rip | FLAC: Image+Cue+Log | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | Scans
342 Mb | 138 Mb | Time: 55:08
Lazy Bones Recordings, Inc.
Progressive Rock, Jazz Rock, Fusion, Experimental

The Levin-Torn-White album saw the light of day this year (2011) via Lazy Bones Recordings, and comprises fourteen songs that make a total time of 55 minutes, worth of every listen, as you can imagine. The songs are not really long, oscillating from 1:30 to 5:30 minutes. The references to King Crimson or Yes may be obvious due to the musicians in this project, and it does have some moments that will remind you of them, however, the sound is not really what you would think. Here the experimental side of Torn’s guitars produces rich textures that give the music a different style and direction.

Jordan Rudess - 4NYC (2002)  Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at Jan. 21, 2018
Jordan Rudess - 4NYC (2002)

Jordan Rudess - 4NYC (2002)
EAC Rip | FLAC: Image+Cue+Log | 294 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | 140 Mb | 01:00:39
Magna Carta | MA - 0911-2
Progressive Rock, Jazz Fusion, Instrumental

The album came about as part of Rudess's reaction to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. In an effort to raise money for the American Red Cross and to help ease the pain associated with the great loss he and the people of New York felt, he and his wife organized a benefit concert. The tracks comprise performances from that concert and improvisations done in Rudess's studio the following week.

Jordan Rudess - Listen (1993)  Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at Jan. 21, 2018
Jordan Rudess - Listen (1993)

Jordan Rudess - Listen (1993)
EAC Rip | FLAC: Image+Cue+Log | 430 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | 140 Mb | 01:00:19
Invincible Records | INVCD1000
Progressive Rock, Crossover Prog

This is Rudess' second studio album, his first being Arrival released in 1988. In 1994 Jordan was named "Best New Talent" by Keyboard Magazine. The award was given to him based upon his live performances and this album.

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

Posted by Andi_Deris at May 23, 2017
7 for 4 - Diffusion (2008) Re-up

7 for 4 - Diffusion (2008)
EAC Rip | FLAC: Tracks+Cue+Log | 359 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | 129 Mb | Scans | 76 Mb | Time: 52:38
MGI Records | MGR 1023
Progressive Rock, Jazz Rock, Fusion

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. …

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

Posted by Andi_Deris at Sept. 4, 2017
Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson - United States (2009) Repost

Paul Gilbert & Freddie Nelson - United States (2009)
EAC Rip | FLAC: Image+Cue+Log | 304 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | 109 Mb | Scans | 45 Mb | Time: 37:53
Mascot Records | M 7278 2
Hard Rock, Guitar Virtuoso

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.

Paul Gilbert - Space Ship Live (2005)  Music

Posted by Andi_Deris at Sept. 4, 2017
Paul Gilbert - Space Ship Live (2005)

Paul Gilbert - Space Ship Live (2005)
DVD9 | Video: NTSC 4:3 (720x480) | Audio: Dolby AC3, 2 ch/6 ch, DTS, 5 ch | 6.7 Gb | Time: 114 mins
Mascot Records | MVD 7114 7
Hard Rock, Acoustic, Guitar Virtuoso

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.