Welcome back to our channel, where today we’re diving into the world of progressive metal with our first-time reaction to Dream Theater’s “In the Name of God.” This band is renowned for its complex compositions, technical prowess, and thought-provoking lyrics. Join us as we explore this epic track and discover the depth of Dream Theater’s musical and lyrical genius.
⭐️ WHAT WE EXPLORE IN THIS VIDEO:
Our initial impressions of Dream Theater and the intricate structure of “In the Name of God.”
Reacting to the song’s dynamic shifts, virtuosic musicianship, and powerful message.
Discussing the themes of the song and how they reflect on society and faith.
Our thoughts on how “In the Name of God” showcases Dream Theater’s ability to blend technical skill with meaningful storytelling.
🎸 ABOUT DREAM THEATER & “IN THE NAME OF GOD”:
Dream Theater, a band at the forefront of progressive metal, has captivated audiences with their ambitious musical endeavors. “In the Name of God,” from their 2003 album “Train of Thought,” is a masterful exploration of religious extremism and morality, presented through the band’s signature blend of intricate arrangements and emotive melodies.
👫 WHO WE ARE:
We’re a couple passionate about uncovering the layers and messages within music, sharing our discoveries and reactions with you. From metal to classical and everything in between, our channel celebrates the diversity and depth of the musical world.
💬 COMMENT BELOW:
What was your experience the first time you heard “In the Name of God” by Dream Theater?
Are there other Dream Theater tracks or progressive metal songs you’d recommend for our next reaction?
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You can find Dream Theater – In the Name of God – YouTube at the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9UnlRZR8tg
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You can find Dream Theater – In the Name of God on Spotify and Apple Music at the links below:
https://open.spotify.com/track/5oRPgXVVOuUqSm2IsGmKVU?autoplay=true
https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-the-name-of-god-instrumental-demo-2003/1571363950?i=1571363963
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Yesss, progrock. Queen, Beatles, Nightwish, ELO, Dreamtheater, Pinckfloyd!
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Dream Theater on your channel, finally! 😎
I could write many things about the band (which I met personally) and about the technical expertise of the individual musicians who compose it but, for now, among the many valid songs composed by them, I will limit myself to recommending two songs performed live: "Illumination Theory" (Live from the Boston Opera House) and "The Count of Tuscany".
I'm sure you won't regret it, both instrumentally and lyrically. 😉
EVERY TIME this guy is "taking over" things are going the wrong way!! do NOT trust this guy!!
I may be wrong, but I believe that at one point Dream Theater had the best vocalist, drummer, and keyboard player in the world.
Brace yourselves!! These guys have taken the "epic song" concept to a whole new level.
Songs so long, it requires a minimum or 2 CDs to hold a single album's worth of material, and live albums getting as many as 3 or 4 discs.
The average duration of any given song ranging from 7 minutes to 28 minutes, sometimes longer!
Here are some of my recommendations (with average run times so you know how to prepare, lol) :
METROPOLIS : THE MIRACLE & THE SLEEPER [9.30] this track serves as the "Part I" of a 77-minute full-concept album, 1999's METROPLOIS Part II : SCENES FROM A MEMORY – I would recommend saving this for a "full-album reaction" should you ever do those
A FORTUNE IN LIES [5:10] from their first album in 1989 with original vocalist
YTSE JAM [5.40] instrumental
PULL ME UNDER [8.10]
SPACE-DYE VEST [7.30]
LIFTING SHADOWS OFF A DREAM [6.05]
CAUGHT IN A WE B [5.30]
REFLECTIONS OF REALITY : THE MIRROR / LIE [13.20] this track serves as the "prelude" to a series of songs that span over several albums, coming together to form the conceptual 12-STEP SUITE about addiction
BURNING MY SOUL [5.30]
TRIAL OF TEARS (RAINING DEEP IN HEAVEN) [13.05]
AS I AM [7.45]
STREAM OF CONSCIOUSNESS [11.15]
Smoke-Em-If-You-Got-Ems :
A CHANGE OF SEASONS : THE CRIMSON SUNRISE / INNOCENCE / CARPE DIEM (SEIZE THE DAY) / THE DARKEST OF WINTERS / ANOTHER WORLD / THE INEVITABLE SUMMER / THE CRIMSON SUNSET [23.10]
OCTAVARIUM : SOMEONE LIKE HIM / MEDICATE ME (AWAKENING) / FULL CIRCLE / INTERVALS / RAZOR'S EDGE [24.00]
The 12-STEP SUITE :
THE GLASS PRISON : (Step 1) REFLECTION / (Step 2) RESTORATION / (Step 3) REVELATION [13.50] from the 2002 album SIX DEGREES OF INNER TURBULENCE
THIS DYING SOUL : (Step 4) REFLECTIONS OF REALITY REVISITED / (Step 5) RELEASE [11.25] from the 2003 album TRAIN OF THOUGHT
THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL : (Step 6) READY / (Step 7) REMOVE [8.15] from the 2005 album OCTAVARIUM
REPENTANCE : (Step 8) REGRET / (Step 9) RESTITUTION [10.45] from the 2007 album SYSTEMATIC CHAOS
THE SHATTERED FORTRESS : (Step 10) RESTRAINT / (Step 11) RECEIVE / (Step 12) RESPONSIBLE [12.50] from the 2009 album BLACK CLOUDS & SILVER LININGS
Enjoy the ride!
The Live at Budokan 2004 version. The outro guitar solo is insane.
This song always puts me in mind of David Koresh and the Waco stand-off. I don't know if that is the precise inspiration for this song, or if it's just based on doomsday and "false prophet" cults in general, but this is one of my favorite DT tracks of all time.
If you decide Dream Theater is "playlist worthy" or whatever, you may also like the side project called Liquid Tension Experiment (aka Liquid Tension Trio), which is all instrumental jams.
Some really good and interesting stuff there, if instrumentals are of interest to you.
Dream Theater’s 1992 album Images and Words is still undefeated as far as Dream Theater albums go. You should do a reaction on that entire album. “Pull Me Under”, “Metropolis Pt. 1”, “Surrounded”, and “Learning to Live” are highlights from the album.
Can you watch the new day dream part. On thrasher
Great band up there with Floyd bonamasa Tina s could play at the age of 17 great guitarist
The Live version of this song from their 2004 concert release "Live at Budokan" is even more epic (at least I find that to be the case).
DREAM THEATER – " PULL ME UNDER " 1992 Progressive Metal Classic , youguys gotta check this amazing song very heavy and fast trust me on this one , they make the best usage of Fast drums Fast guitar riffs and Synthesizers and also Awesome bass guitar too.
JUDAS PRIEST – " Between The Hammer and The Anvil " 1990 Heavy Metal classic , starting off the song with a Heavy guitar riff then it builds up to an amazing masterpiece .
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METAL CHURCH – " Metal Church " 🎸 1984 DRUMS and GUITARS are Insane and Creative in sound, the guitars are crazy Fast very ahead of their time youguys gonna find this Way Cool plus the lead vocalist has amazing Heavy metal voice , it's Loud and Cool check out this band from the 80s it's Heavy metal at its loudest
the line for you is : Caught in a web alive
OVERKILL – " HAMMER HEAD " 1986 Studio Version , You'll definitely find the HEAVY METAL GROOVE in this song from start to finish, Thrash Metal Classic, with Crazy Fast Double Kick Drumming plus Guitar riffs it's gonna be hard to keep up , because it's going about a hundred miles fast , it's a very well made and produced song , definately worth checking out this band 🎸
you need to do a live reaction to Dream Theater ,,, They will blow your mind !!
I would recommend doing the live version of Illumination Theory. It’s about 20 minutes long but you will really enjoy it. The end of this song they were playing “The Battle Hymn of the Republic”
More Dream Theater Please :)!