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2013 saw a double release for Dream Theater: a self-titled studio album and Live at Luna Park, an album that features material taken from the band's A Dramatic Turn of Events tour in 2012. This latter release is a treat, featuring two DVDs and three CDs of material that highlights the prog metal theatrics delighting ticket buyers for over 25 years. These theatrics revolve around the band's consummate artistry. Dream Theater's prog roots compel them to focus on musical craftsmanship as the driving force of their performance. However, serious musicianship is not without its spark of playfulness. A love of quirky humor often pops up when the band performs in concert. It's not uncommon for ticket buyers to be pleasantly surprised by alternating set lists, musical quotes and spontaneous bursts of improvisation. Members of the band have even swapped instruments mid-set just to keep things fresh.

Dream Theater's newest, self-titled album contains all the elements that make the band stand out among their peers. The opening, "False Awakening Suite," sets a cinematic tone for the rest of the tracks. The hard-driving "The Enemy Inside" invokes shades of classic Iron Maiden, yet with Dream Theater's own unique twist. The band has been going hard and strong since 1985, when three music school graduates started the band as a tribute to their heroes. Armed with a stack of potent demos, they hit the NYC circuit, shopping tapes and strengthening their live act. Each new album chronicles their steady artistic progression, as constant touring helps to keep things fresh and their musicianship alive. Dream Theater's music is a lively blend of heavy metal and prog rock, with jazz and classical elements thrown in for a healthy amount of spice.

Reviews

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 310 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome

    by Larry on 2024-01-28

    My first Dream Theater show was on March 1 2022 and 2nd is July 4 2023 on Place Bell Laval. All of these guys are in their late 50's and 60's and they kicked ass! John Peteucci's shredding just melts my face. I love the fact that Rudess' keyboard can rotate and bend everywhere when he shreds. Mangini's drumming is top notch. Myung's bass playing is tight. I do have some critiques to add. The bass guitar should be louder and feel free to downtune songs so that James can sing easily. Overall, awesome live performance. Looking forward to see Mike Portnoy on my third Dream Theater concert.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome

    by Larry on 2024-01-28

    My first Dream Theater show was on March 1 2022 and 2nd is July 4 2023 on Place Bell Laval. All of these guys are in their late 50's and 60's and they kicked ass! John Peteucci's shredding just melts my face. I love the fact that Rudess' keyboard can rotate and bend everywhere when he shreds. Mangini's drumming is top notch. Myung's bass playing is tight. I do have some critiques to add. The bass guitar should be louder and feel free to downtune songs so that James can sing easily. Overall, awesome live performance. Looking forward to see Mike Portnoy on my third Dream Theater concert.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent sound and staff

    by ManuelF on 2023-08-03

    Very straightforward the entrance and get your seat. The sound was quite good. The view of the scenario was good .

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show!

    by Richard on 2023-07-31

    We really enjoyed the show. Please bring them all back!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dreamsonic

    by LadyB on 2023-07-28

    This was the start of a fantastic weekend, three great bands - Animals as Leaders, Devin Townsend and Dream Theater. I'll admit we came to support Devin Townsend as we've seen him twice at Ramblin' Man Fair but we loved the vibe of AaL and DT. Thanks to Dream Theater for pulling this together. Considering we went to the event by public transport it was incredibly easy to get to and from Doug Mitchell Thunderbird

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Epic and Awesome

    by Pagefan on 2023-07-26

    Three brilliant bands so who could ask for more. I have seen Animals as Leaders several times and they were simply brilliant again. I really like what they play and the guitar interplay was superb. Devin Townsend rarely plays his hometown, so it was great to see him perform. I think the last time was when his band was called Strapping Young Lad. His band was excellent especially Mike Keneally on keyboards and guitar. It had been 13 years since Dream Theater played Vancouver, which to the city's concert promoter is an absolute disgrace and they need to do better getting bands like Dream Theater booked more often. I saw the start of this tour (the new album) last year in Kent WA, so the set list has been revamped and shortened. The Count of Tuscany was definitely the highlight again. Petrucci's guitar playing defies belief at how good he is. I thought Mike Mangini had a great night behind the drums, and James Labrie's voice (tempered with time and age) held up well throughout the night. Visually the show was excellent and the sound was much better than I expected in that type of venue. A show not to be missed, and my friends and I thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Existing from the parking garage was well organized as well. Awesome. Let's not wait 13 years before they come to town again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    All what I anticipated and more

    by ilyag on 2023-07-25

    It felt like there were 3 headliners this evening. 3 equally amazing bands. The closing song with all of them on one stage is just priceless!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great show, but let us stand!

    by octobuss on 2023-07-25

    Show was amazing! Dream(sonic) come true. Security, please confirm with the bands if it is okay or not to STAND for the show. There was some confusion at the beginning, and both the bands and fans felt clearly awkward about everyone seated. I stood a couple times in the beginning, and security flashed me down, and then the opening bands kept awkwardly asking / gesturing people to stand.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Would see this again in a heartbeat

    by Peter on 2023-07-24

    What an amazing show. My main draw was Dream Theater, and I wasn't really not too familiar with Animals as Leaders and Devin Townsend aside from a few tunes. Wow, they are both incredible bands! Great ticket value on this one. My first time at Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre too. Great arena, and a good size for this show. Great view from our seats. I was a little put out by the long commute, when the show was announced. But in the end the whole evening was fantastic. Good crowd too.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    The quality of sound was very disappointing!

    by Majd on 2023-07-24

    The lead singer James LaBrie appeared to be drunk and kept on catching his breath and singing in a not so familiar voice, unfortunately I had to leave the stage during my fav song.