Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory Review
| Band | |
|---|---|
| Album |  Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory |
| Type | Album (Studio full-length) |
| Released | October 26, 1999 |
| Genres | Progressive Metal |
| Labels | Elektra Records |
| Length | 1:17:12 |
| Ranked | #1 for 1999 , #3 all-time |
Album rating : 95.9 / 100
Votes : 213 (14 reviews)
Votes : 213 (14 reviews)
October 28, 2024
Album of the day #5. Dream Theater - Metropolis, Pt. 2: Scenes From A Memory
"Metropolis, Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory" is Dream Theater's undisputed masterpiece and one of progressive metal's most important records of all time. Released in 1999, this concept album is a profound story of reincarnation, murder and love, and takes the listener on a unique musical journey. Although the album's length and complexity may seem demanding at first, it rewards every time you listen, always revealing new tones.
The song material of the album is completely strong and the production is successful. Every member of the band is in full swing: LaBrie's intense vocal performance, Petrucci's phenomenal guitar playing and Portnoy's precise, rumbling drum sound together create a deep atmosphere. "Scenes from a Memory" is not just a listening experience, but a journey – a record to return to time and time again. A perfect concept album and a must-listen for all progressive music lovers.
Climax: Finally Free, The Spirit Carries On, Fatal Tragedy
Anticlimax: -
"Metropolis, Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory" is Dream Theater's undisputed masterpiece and one of progressive metal's most important records of all time. Released in 1999, this concept album is a profound story of reincarnation, murder and love, and takes the listener on a unique musical journey. Although the album's length and complexity may seem demanding at first, it rewards every time you listen, always revealing new tones.
The song material of the album is completely strong and the production is successful. Every member of the band is in full swing: LaBrie's intense vocal performance, Petrucci's phenomenal guitar playing and Portnoy's precise, rumbling drum sound together create a deep atmosphere. "Scenes from a Memory" is not just a listening experience, but a journey – a record to return to time and time again. A perfect concept album and a must-listen for all progressive music lovers.
Climax: Finally Free, The Spirit Carries On, Fatal Tragedy
Anticlimax: -
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Track listing (Songs)
| title | rating | votes | video | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Scene One: Regression | 2:06 | 88.5 | 62 | Audio Audio |
| 2. | Scene Two: I. Overture 1928 | 3:38 | 95.7 | 63 | Audio Audio |
| 3. | Scene Two: II. Strange Deja Vu | 5:12 | 96 | 63 | Audio Audio |
| 4. | Scene Three: I. Through My Words | 1:03 | 89 | 62 | Audio Audio |
| 5. | Scene Three: II. Fatal Tragedy | 6:49 | 95.8 | 62 | Audio Audio |
| 6. | Scene Four: Beyond This Life | 11:23 | 95.6 | 60 | Audio Audio |
| 7. | Scene Five: Through Her Eyes | 5:29 | 92.4 | 60 | Audio |
| 8. | Scene Six: Home | 12:53 | 95.7 | 62 | Audio Audio |
| 9. | Scene Seven: I. The Dance of Eternity | 6:14 | 97.3 | 62 | Audio Audio |
| 10. | Scene Seven: II. One Last Time | 3:47 | 93 | 59 | Audio Audio |
| 11. | Scene Eight: The Spirit Carries On | 6:38 | 97.9 | 68 | Audio Audio |
| 12. | Scene Nine: Finally Free | 12:00 | 98.2 | 66 | Audio Audio |
Line-up (members)
- James LaBrie : Vocals, Music (tracks 2, 3, 5-12), Lyrics (track 10)
- John Petrucci : Guitars, Vocals, Music, Lyrics (tracks 1, 4, 6, 7, 11)
- John Myung : Bass, Music (tracks 2, 3, 5-12), Lyrics (track 5)
- Mike Portnoy : Drums, Music (tracks 2, 3, 5-12), Lyrics (tracks 3, 8, 12)
- Jordan Rudess : Keyboards, Music (tracks 2, 3, 5-12), Choir Arrangements, Conductor
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