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Black Clouds & Silver Linings

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'This album's a musical and emotional rollercoaster, but most of our albums are,' Mike Portnoy says of Black Clouds & Silver Linings, Dream Theater's tenth studio album and second Roadrunner release. Black Clouds & Silver Linings marks another milestone on Dream Theater's iconoclastic musical journey,
which began two and a half decades ago and now encompasses a hugely impressive body of music that's established the durable progressive metal outfit as a one-of-a-kind creative force with a fiercely devoted international fan base. The new album - produced by band members Mike Portnoy and John Petrucci, who also serve as the group's main lyricists - offers a vibrant manifestation of the world-class musicianship, vivid lyrical scenarios and ambitious, multi-leveled
compositions that have established Dream Theater as a uniquely compelling creative force.

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.59 x 4.96 x 0.39 inches; 3.67 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Roadrunner Records
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 5452690
Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2009
SPARS Code ‏ : ‎ DDD
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 13, 2008
Label ‏ : ‎ Roadrunner Records
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0026J8LHM
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1

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Jeff Tischer

Good musicianship but weak overall

Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2017

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I waited for a long time to buy this since I got burnt out on DT after Octavarium. This release is just OK. I got it because it is the last of the Portnoy era. The musicianship is spectacular as usual for DT but the songs drag on too long. As some of the negative reviews have stated, the lyrics are silly on many of the songs.

I think there are 3 good songs on this CD:
A Nightmare to Remember has some killer instrumental parts and change-ups. But it has silly over-dramatic lyrics and goes on too long.
The Shattered Fortress is pretty epic and has some great parts in it.
The Count of Tuscany has excellent instrumental parts but the lyrics are stupid. Somebody meets a creepy guy, goes for a car ride, gets taken to a scary castle and wets his pants but everything turns out alright. Kind of like the haunted house when you were a kid. OK I'll shut up now.

Everything else is yawn...fast forward.

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PROTEUS58

masterful masterpiece

Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2009

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dream theater have firmly entrenched themselves in a once highly overlooked genre,progressive rock.
from the opening sound effects,depending on how loud you like it,you are left breathless.their influence on this genre has been able to broaden the staunchest of hard rockers minds to open their ears to such bands as enchant,porcupine tree,shadow gallery,flower kings,magellan and a host of others.it is because of the individual members contributions to a bevy of solo efforts,and side projects.you can find at least a thank you on just about anything that comes out now.highly influential,but without a possible copy.
this album encompasses some former workrythms,and melodic passages,and has a few sounds reminiscent of "falling into infinity",octavarium,seasons of changes,but no copying,just beautifully orchestrated vocals,and music.
the opening track takes you on a roller coaster ride of off time signature guitar and keyboard work,blending into a tapestry of unforgettable sound.johns layering techniques in the studio,combined with his unbelievable phrasing,make him sound as if he is rocks premier guitarist,i hear nothing that comes close to his brilliance.
"A NIGHTMARE TO REMEMBER" is an elaborate composition with such a great assortment of stylings,it is hard to surf ahead to see what other gems await.
the opening riffs of "A RITE OF PASSAGE" are pure muscle bound rock,driven from hell to ascend into heaven as an illustrious painting of the dream theater sound gallery.it is truly a phenomenal song.in a guitar world mag interview with john petrucci a few months back,he was very vague about even the title of the new venture,but assured DT fans that this would be their best work in recent history.they hit the mark.
without going track to track,this one is a DT fans absolute must have.where do you find cd's with only 6 tracks but over an hour long of musical wizardry?
takes one back to the yes,elp,crimson,floyd days of the 70's.
BUY THIS CD,YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.........

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Dana & Kevin

One of the last great DT albums

Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2021

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I think Portnoy should get more credit for song quality, as the albums since he left the band are just not up to the same quality. This one rocks and doesn't have any tunes that I skip. The last album with him and it doesn't disappoint.

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Pip Slo

Terrific Album

Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2009

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A logical step for this incredible band. When a band is as consistently awesome as DT is, it's no longer a matter of better or worse, per se. What IS important is their uncanny ability to continue surprising their listeners while remaining within the realm of their style, genre, etc. Unfortunately, I feel that many fans of this band fail to recognize this and end up getting fussy and even indignant when DT doesn't COMPLETELY reinvent itself with each forthcoming album. For those of you who haven't yet purchased this record on account of the negative reviews, hesitate no longer. This is a terrific record which displays Dream Theater's constant evolution.

For a while, the lyrics for Count of Tuscany ruined the song for me, but I've since changed my mind about that and now fully appreciate what the song is about.

P.S. Best band photo of DT, period.

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Hawgfin

A Musician's Clinic

Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2009

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Member for member, there is not a more talented rock ensemble on the planet-period. This band doesn't have a weakness or bottleneck, and can play many styles of music with exceptional competence. What an amazing feeling that must be as a musician to have no limits creatively and musically. What is more impressive is that their musical prowess seems to become more interesting and complex with each addition to their catalog.
The problem I have is that, with the last couple of releases, I haven't been able to connect on an emotional/artistic level with what they have been doing. It just seems they are more about a technical demonstration of ability, and the music has become more sterile and clinical as a result. When the new compositions reach for an emotional reaction from the listener, it seems that they miss or, as some have mentioned, tend to be over-the-top and cliche. As people have noted, the lyrics on this cd seem uninspired and this may be part of the problem. However, for me, the music itself lacks inspiration as well this time out. It seems the compositions are simply a structure or background to bounce solos and intricate rhythms off of.
Despite this, I will continue to line up and be one of the first to scoop up the next cd release and the one after that. It's worth the price to hear these great musicians play together . I love this band and can only take one star off despite my criticisms. Maybe all they need is a break from the constant grind before the next studio endeavor.

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Geetaw

An amazing album. I'd never heard this band befor although ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 16, 2016

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An amazing album. I'd never heard this band befor although knew of them because of John Petrucci (I'm a guitarist)
I found Images and Words and after listening to it religiously, was hooked. But how could anything be better? Well give this a try, some of the songs are listed at well over 10 minutes but from the monent they start, get you absorbed with clever hooks and oustanding musicianship that keep you waiting eagerly for the next verse/bridge/chorus and instrmental section. Just amazing....oops used that already, but there really isn't a better word to descibe it/them. You HAVE to hear this.

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G. A. Mcintyre

Great

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2010

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I have a handful of Dream Theater albums and consider myself a fan. This album is among the best they have produced and up there with Train Thought. In my opinion it's far better than Images And Words which is claimed to be one of there best. I found Images And Words to be almost like a record from a boy band in places, whereas this album is much harder and far more catchy.

A must for fans, and a good album for someone who hasn't listened to Dream Theater at all to judge weather you will like their music.

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ironbird

Listen to this album even if your house is on fire

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 14, 2019

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This is everything you'd expect from Dream Theater. If you're not already a fan, this will make one of you

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Mr. J. C. Wright

One of the best!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 23, 2012

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Each album Dream Theater make just seems to get better and better, not much i can really say except. BUY!!!!

If your a Dream Theater fan its a must have!!!!

André silva

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2018

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Awesome album.

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