YTSEJAM Digest 3402
Today's Topics:
1) Show, don't Tell (was: Re: Symphony X, or the Kings are dead, long , live the kings)
by Matt Johnston <matt2518@gladstone.uoregon.edu>
2) Treasure Land...
by Luke <slslb@winshop.com.au>
3) stuff and more stuff (DT Radio Content)
by Chris Oates <aspect@cats.ucsc.edu>
4) re: Angra/Jaxx
by Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com>
5) YNM on 98 rock
by Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com>
6) YNM/BMS/Jan. 2 Hartford show
by Jon Parmet <jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
7) Peruvian Skies Parody!!!
by Nicole Stachowicz McWatters <stachowic_n@UHDVX3.DT.UH.EDU>
8) Re: Drumsticks
by Jon Parmet <jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
9) Brody:
by Steve Zebrowski <szebro1@gl.umbc.edu>
10) re: Angra/Jaxx
by Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br>
11) Re: YNM on 98 rock
by Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br>
12) Re: YNM/BMS/Jan. 2 Hartford show
by Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br>
13) myungs big stick
by tim spear <veilmaya@dircon.co.uk>
14) FC's, Simpsons/Fish
by Mark Bredius <bredius@globalxs.nl>
15) Jaxx Jan. 3 preshow
by Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com>
16) Savatage
by Shai Yallin <Yallin@Netvision.net.il>
17) DT sightings, Divine Regale & Iced Earth
by Matthew Robbins-McDaniel <cfi@disknet.com>
18) Symphony X's Russell Allen
by Phil Carter <satriani@negia.net>
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 01:02:55 -0800 (PST)
From: Matt Johnston <matt2518@gladstone.uoregon.edu>
To: Multiple recipients of list <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: Show, don't Tell (was: Re: Symphony X, or the Kings are dead, long , live the kings)
Message-ID: <Pine.GSO.3.96.971229005352.17601A-100000@gladstone.uoregon.edu>
On Sun, 28 Dec 1997, Ivan-Assen Ivanov wrote:
>
>Who was the guy who about a week ago said that with FII DT left
>the throne of the kings of prog-metal? Well, Symphony X are
>IMO the rightful new sovereigns.
I disagree.
>"Divine wings of tragedy" is such an elaborate, complicated mass
>of sounds, that need at least one weak just to get used to. But it's wort=
>h.
>
It sounds pretty good, I'll give you that, but they cannot write good
lyrics. They tell instead of showing. Bad sign. For example, in "Sea of
Lies", they use the beautifully penned lines, "Good and evil - lust
primeval" Good and evil? Of course it's good and evil! Why don't they
show us? (grumble...) Make no mistake, I enjoyed a few tracks ("The
Accolade" and "Pharaoh" -- bot had vivid imagery without saying, "Hey,
this is good and evil we're talking about!" or some other rubbish... ^_^
What got me was when they actually used the phrase "power and majesty" in
a song. Weak! (as Cartman would say) Show me! The song's like 28
minutes long (don't have the actual disc with me -- lost it temporarily at
a friend's place) -- they have time to show me! I don't need the Cliff's
Notes at the end! (growl, grumble)
>My only objection is the lead singer - the band IMHO might just as well
>do without him.
>
Now, the beginning of the title track kicked my butt when I realized all
those parts were him. Cool beans. I just wished he had something
interesting to sing. (sigh)
--Matt
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 19:03:08 +1000
From: Luke <slslb@winshop.com.au>
To: ytsejam <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: Treasure Land...
Message-ID: <34A7674C.3DDC@winshop.com.au>
Sorry, no NDTC here.
What's the going opinion on Questions by Treasure Land ?
I'd heard a bit about these guys and decided to order them from Laser's
Edge. I was initially a bit dissapointed on first hearing them (after
reading one particular review which totally raved of them), but after
all, it is a debut effort, so considering that the album is actually
quite good.
Some great, heavy arrangements which show influences from Symphony X and
some of OFB. The guitarist, Jonas Hornquist, absolutely rips and even
though drumming is usually my forte, he was easily the real point of
interest and seems to be the driving force behind the band. With better
production, (and a new lead singer PLEASE !), these guys could really
turn some heads.
Other opinions....?
Luke.
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 03:15:51 -0800
From: Chris Oates <aspect@cats.ucsc.edu>
To: ytsejam@ax.com
Subject: stuff and more stuff (DT Radio Content)
Message-ID: <3.0.32.19971229031540.006d892c@cats.ucsc.edu>
Hey, was driving in the car this evening, and what should I hear on 92.3
KSJO? Nothing but our old friend, Pull Me Under! Not to mention that I
heard it a few days ago too. Then, a few hours later on I switch to
another station (92.7 in Santa Cruz) and hear the familiar opening of You
Not Me! Not bad for one night.
Looks like Da Boys are getting some more airplay round these parts.
__ /\ __ Chris Oates: aspect@cats.ucsc.edu
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 09:55:31 -0500 (EST)
From: Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com>
To: CNG@tcco.com
Subject: re: Angra/Jaxx
Message-ID: <Pine.SOL.3.91.971229095401.17240E-100000@bdmserver>
On Wed, 24 Dec 1997 CNG@tcco.com wrote:
> >I just recently got 2 Angra cds about a month ago. To me
> > they dont sound like DT at all but sound more similar to
> >Helloween. Anyone else think Angra is closer to Hello-
> >ween then DT
>
> Definitely. I actually think they're a lot better than Helloween, which used
> to be one of my favorites. Kai Hanson's involvement probably has a lot to do
> with the similarity. Which two did you get? (I'm guessin' Holy Land and
> Angels Cry). Reaching Horizons and Freedom Call are great EPs as well.
>
Yep, Angel's Cry and Holy Land. What involvement did Kai have? I suppose
I could check the liners to see if he is mentioned...
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| Pat Daugherty pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com |
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| Upon the murder scene of a NY Yankee fan at Camden Yards: |
| "I didn't know that was illegal in Baltimore"-Munch on Homicide |
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 10:06:55 -0500 (EST)
From: Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com>
To: Dream Theater Mailing List <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: YNM on 98 rock
Message-ID: <Pine.SOL.3.91.971229100523.17240J-100000@bdmserver>
Last week I heard YNM on 98 rock in Baltimore... Hopefully they will
start playing DT more...
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| Pat Daugherty pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com |
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| Upon the murder scene of a NY Yankee fan at Camden Yards: |
| "I didn't know that was illegal in Baltimore"-Munch on Homicide |
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:35:52 +0000
From: Jon Parmet <jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
To: Just Let Me Ytse <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: YNM/BMS/Jan. 2 Hartford show
Message-ID: <34A7C358.2043@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
I know it's just me (not you :), but when I listen to YNM, JP's intro, I
hear Prince's intro to When Doves Cry :)
I heard the beginning of BMS behind a commercial on local radio (no talk
about DT going commercial, ok? :). And on a station that only recently
began playing YNM (so I've been told).
Any plans for Hartford pre-show festivities? E-mail is fine.
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| Jon Parmet | jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov | 617-494-2851 |
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"The Apollo Guidance Computer was primitive by any modern
comparison having but 72 kilobytes of ROM and 4 kilobytes of RAM"
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 09:42:41 -0500 (CDT)
From: Nicole Stachowicz McWatters <stachowic_n@UHDVX3.DT.UH.EDU>
To: ytsejam@ax.com
Subject: Peruvian Skies Parody!!!
Message-ID: <Pine.PMDF.3.91.971229093007.803B-100000@DT3.DT.UH.EDU>
Hey, all you freaky 'jammers! On our recent trip to Fort Worth, TX, my
husband and I had the occasion to build a "snowgirl" that we called
Vanessa, and this parody just came from that experience. Hope to make it
on the FAQ or something. :)
The Wintery Skies
(With many apologies to Mr. Petrucci)
There, there she sits
I swear, the wind'll topple that poor thing
Wait, I see the snow fall
Don't breathe on the snowgirl lest she
Fall onto the ground
Under the wintery skies
"Vanessa" regretfully waits
Two large Brazil nuts for her eyes
Acorn mouth and carrot nose
No big surprise
Windblown and tall
She's gonna fall
If we don't shore up her foundation
Poor "Vanessa"
Hey, I hope she lasts
We're taking our time with this as we form the snow
Shame, she's not to blame
She's the snowgirl we created
In Vanessa's name
Under the wintery skies
"Vanessa" regretfully waits
Two large Brazil nuts for her eyes
Acorn mouth and carrot nose
No big surprise
Windblown and tall
She's gonna fall
If we don't shore up her foundation
Poor "Vanessa"
The temp's above
Freezing today
She toppled over
Soon she'll melt away
Under the wintery skies
"Vanessa" regretfully waits
Two large Brazil nuts for her eyes
Acorn mouth and carrot nose
No big surprise
Windblown and tall
She's gonna fall
If we don't shore up her foundation
Lyrics by Nicole and Ken McWatters
(Who says lyrics aren't important?!? ;)
Nicole Stachowicz McWatters : Assistant Editor of Dateline
Kirby on irc.dreamt.org : a student publication of the
Undergrad Professional Writing Major : University of Houston-Downtown
stachowic_n@uhdvx3.dt.uh.edu -or- ytsekirby@geocities.com
http://www.geocities.com/Hollywood/Set/5039
"And of all the nights throughout the year/ That come and gently leave
None hold the dream of magic/ Like the evening, Christmas Eve"
-liner notes, "Christmas Eve and Other Stories" by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 16:03:38 +0000
From: Jon Parmet <jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
To: Just Let Me Ytse <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: Re: Drumsticks
Message-ID: <34A7C9DA.3F78@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov>
> Vic Firth, IMHO, the best! My friend knows Vic personally. That's not the
> reason why I buy them. I buy them because they are worth every penny I put
> into them.
I know nothing about stickage, but:
My brother studied with Vic at the Conservatory (even subbed for him a
couple of times at Symphony Hall) a decade or so ago; and he would agree
with you...
Regards,
Jon
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| Jon Parmet | jon@parmetpc.volpe.dot.gov | 617-494-2851 |
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"The Apollo Guidance Computer was primitive by any modern
comparison having but 72 kilobytes of ROM and 4 kilobytes of RAM"
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 11:20:05 -0500 (EST)
From: Steve Zebrowski <szebro1@gl.umbc.edu>
To: ytsejam@ax.com
Subject: Brody:
Message-ID: <199712291620.LAA02977@umbc8.umbc.edu>
your sig is too long. cut it.
Steve Z
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:27:33 -0200 (EDT)
From: Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br>
To: Multiple recipients of list <ytsejam@ax.com>
Subject: re: Angra/Jaxx
Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.3.96.971229152622.1465A-100000@dijkstra.linux.ime.usp.br>
On Mon, 29 Dec 1997, Pat Daugherty wrote:
> Yep, Angel's Cry and Holy Land. What involvement did Kai have? I suppose
> I could check the liners to see if he is mentioned...
I only have Holy Land here, but Kai has laid some solos on "Never
Understand", if I'm not mistaken (I'm not reading the liner notes, so I
may be passing you the wrong information).
[]s, Roger...
-- =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Rogerio Brito - rbrito@ime.usp.br - http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito Undergraduate Computer Science Student - "Windows? Linux and X!" Bootleg/trade page: http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito/bootleg.html "Life is ours, we live it our way (...) / And nothing else matters" James Hetfield (Metallica), Nothing Else Matters =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=------------------------------
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:31:12 -0200 (EDT) From: Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br> To: Multiple recipients of list <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: Re: YNM on 98 rock Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.3.96.971229152740.1465B-100000@dijkstra.linux.ime.usp.br>
On Mon, 29 Dec 1997, Pat Daugherty wrote:
> Last week I heard YNM on 98 rock in Baltimore... Hopefully they will > start playing DT more...
Yesterday I heard YNM here on 107.3 Brasil 200 FM (for you Sao Paulo 'jammers out there) on Backstage and the DJ said "now we just heard the best of '97" (it was kinda a special edition of Backstage). Other bands that were played that I remember: Deicide, Six Feet Under, Napalm Death.
It makes me wonder if it was really a "best of" edition. :-)
[]s, Roger...
-- =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Rogerio Brito - rbrito@ime.usp.br - http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito Undergraduate Computer Science Student - "Windows? Linux and X!" Bootleg/trade page: http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito/bootleg.html "Life is ours, we live it our way (...) / And nothing else matters" James Hetfield (Metallica), Nothing Else Matters =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:34:23 -0200 (EDT) From: Rogerio Brito <rbrito@dijkstra.ime.usp.br> To: Multiple recipients of list <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: Re: YNM/BMS/Jan. 2 Hartford show Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.3.96.971229153140.1465C-100000@dijkstra.linux.ime.usp.br>
On Mon, 29 Dec 1997, Jon Parmet wrote:
> I heard the beginning of BMS behind a commercial on local radio (no talk > about DT going commercial, ok? :). And on a station that only recently > began playing YNM (so I've been told).
Oh, just forgot to mention that the other day (again, Sao Paulo 'jammers) I was listening to 89.1, 89 FM, and during a radio commercial I started hearing a song that was somewhat familiar. Guess what? "New Millennium". It played for almost 1.5 minute. That *was* cool. If only the f*ck*ng DJ mentioned the band that was playing in the background... :-((
[]s, Roger...
-- =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Rogerio Brito - rbrito@ime.usp.br - http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito Undergraduate Computer Science Student - "Windows? Linux and X!" Bootleg/trade page: http://www.ime.usp.br/~rbrito/bootleg.html "Life is ours, we live it our way (...) / And nothing else matters" James Hetfield (Metallica), Nothing Else Matters =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 97 17:52:54 +0100 From: tim spear <veilmaya@dircon.co.uk> To: <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: myungs big stick Message-ID: <199712291752.RAA26276@intranet.blueberry.co.uk>
>Anyway, a new question arises. The company manufactures and sells >at least three types of sticks: "classic" (10-string), "grand" (12-string), >and "bass-stick" (6 or 8, can't remember which). What kind of stick >is JM's?
pretty sure it was a grand...at least it looked like one from the distance i was from the stage (bloody miles, just near the bar)...
Tim Spear Veilmaya - http://www.users.dircon.co.uk/~veilmaya/ Ahamkara - The official Cynic Website - http://www.users.dircon.co.uk/~veilmaya/cynic/ ICQ : http://wwp.mirabilis.com/6352759 EmailExpress: 6352759@pager.mirabilis.com
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 18:58:02 +0100 From: Mark Bredius <bredius@globalxs.nl> To: "'Ytsejam'" <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: FC's, Simpsons/Fish Message-ID: <01BD148B.D311A300@ns.globalxs.nl>
Graham Boyle wrote :
> I am neither impatient nor have I lost faith in the FC, I have been a > member since September 95 and appreciate Neil Elliott's great efforts.
1995 was the year I decided NOT to re-subscribe to the DTIFC... because there was an Official DUTCH Dream Theater fanclub ! I had been a member of the DTIFC for about a year and a half, but I didn't see the point of being a member of two DT fanclubs. You can probably imagine me being a little pissed off, when I found out only the DTIFC members were getting the '96 xmas CD... So, I am really glad the members of all the official fanclubs are getting this year's CD... Helped me plug Theater Of Dreams (the Dutch DT fanclub) a bit too :-) Every time I come across a Dutch DT fan, I tell them about the Dutch fanclub *and* the xmas CD.
> It just would have been 'nice' for you or someone else let us know > about the delay. I joined the fan club for the fanzine, not a free CD, > their was no free CD when I joined.
<Plug>
I could've switched back to the DTIFC, just for the xmas CD, but didn't even consider it. Looking back, I'm glad I didn't... Every Dutch Jammer should be a member of Theater Of Dreams :-) You can find subscription info on :
Under A Cyber Moon - http://www.prognosis.com/dream/ Itchy's DT Homepage - http://www.prognosis.com/itchy/indexdt.htm
</Plug>
:-) _____
Brandon Elhai wrote :
>> I like "The Simpsons" and Dream Theater VERY MUCH! Anybody have a MP3 >> file of "The Simpsons" intro played by Dream Theater??? > > DT doesn't play this. They use the original theme by Danny Elfman at > the beginning of their shows. I think they used it on their images and > words tour.
Also, Fish used a simpsons intro during his "Sunsets On Empire" tour this year, with Lisa Simpson introducing the guys. :-) Great album by the way (Sunsets On Empire), check it out !
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 14:03:05 -0500 (EST) From: Pat Daugherty <pdaugher@bdmserver.mcl.bdm.com> To: Dream Theater Mailing List <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: Jaxx Jan. 3 preshow Message-ID: <Pine.SOL.3.91.971229140024.19592C-100000@bdmserver>
Some of us are planning to meet at the pizza place next to Jaxx at about 6-6:30pm on Saturday Jan. 3 before the DT show.
Phil Kaplan and Mike Blevins are the only ones I know who are going to the preshow. Is anyone else going to Jaxx to see DT? If so let me know...
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 21:52:57 +0200 From: Shai Yallin <Yallin@Netvision.net.il> To: Ytsejam Mailing List <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: Savatage Message-ID: <34A7FF99.2DD27A2D@Netvision.net.il>
Hey all!
Well, after about a YEAR of searching, I finally found a place that sells Savatage (Although it's 40 Kilometers away from my home...). I got Dead Winter Dead. I just started my 4th listen, and I must say - amazing CD. I thing I'm gonna like this band. Too bad my second purchase would have to be in some months...
Happy new year,
-- Shai Yallin - Kurush on #YTSEJAM
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:18:23 -0500 From: Matthew Robbins-McDaniel <cfi@disknet.com> To: ytsejam@ax.com Subject: DT sightings, Divine Regale & Iced Earth Message-ID: <34A8058E.70D0D164@disknet.com>
On the thread about seeing DT merchanise:
I was at Ear X-tacy in Louisville, KY today (which usually has a lame selection of prog) and was surprised to see that they had finally moved DT from the "pop/rock" section to the "heavy metal" section. In addition they had several FII's (including a Japanese-version import, a promo-copy [yes, they were selling it for less then the REAL ones] and a Hollow Years Single import. For those interested, the Japanese FII was $30.99 and the HY-single was $10.99. I can maybe pick something up if anyone's interested. I was also surprised to see that they had almost every Savatage CD (except TWoM), but there was no TSO in sight.
They did have a used copy of Divine Regale's "Ocean Mind" for $5.99. I snapped that up and am really happy with it. Its as good as the reviews that have already been posted. They also had Iced Earth, but I had to pass. Can someone please give me more info on them? Specifically, what are their lyrics and vocals like? Private mail is fine. Thanks.
~Matt
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Date: Mon, 29 Dec 1997 15:38:54 -0500 (EST) From: Phil Carter <satriani@negia.net> To: Under a Glass Ytse <ytsejam@ax.com> Subject: Symphony X's Russell Allen Message-ID: <Pine.SOL.3.95.971229152142.2821A-100000@peach.negia.net>
Greetings ye 'jamanoids...
"Ivan-Assen Ivanov" wrote: > Who was the guy who about a week ago said that with FII DT left > the throne of the kings of prog-metal? Well, Symphony X are > IMO the rightful new sovereigns. > "Divine wings of tragedy" is such an elaborate, complicated mass > of sounds, that need at least one weak just to get used to. But it's worth. > My only objection is the lead singer - the band IMHO might just as well > do without him.
Okay, I've got to object here. I think Russell Allen's got one of the strongest and most charismatic voices in prog metal today. He reminds me quite a bit of Ronnie James Dio at times, tone-wise, but sings with a style all his own.
Check out "Pharaoh" from DWOT:
"I am God, I am king of the land/The hour of judgement is at hand/Winds of revenges sweep through the sand/The mighty Pharaoh lives again!"
Shivers, every time.
Or "Sea of Lies" from the same disc:
"Through into an eternal abyss I fall/Silent screams through paper walls/I pray someday the sun will shine on me again..."
More shivers. I tell you Allen is an essential part of the band. I can't imagine "The Accolade" or "Eyes of Medusa" without vocals.
True, I haven't picked up "The Damnation Game" yet, so I don't know what he sounded like on that disc, but as far as I'm concerned he's got a part in my "top vocalists" list.
Cheers, Phil
===================================================================== Phil Carter -- satriani@negia.net (work), carter@negia.net (personal) Senior Tech, NorthEast Georgia Internet Access, 546-5787 "Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." -- Berthold Auerbach Currently playing: Bob Culbertson -- "A Moment in Time"
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