Dream Theater News and Photos

Joe Satriani - Unstoppable Momentum (Album Review)

Fri, May 10 2013 11:05am - Source: Stereoboard

Make no mistake, this is the sound of an artist completely at ease with himself and his muse, unconcerned by expectations and having an absolute blast.

Readers' Poll: The Top 10 Metal Bands of All Time

Mon, April 15 2013 3:29am - Source: Rolling Stone

Last week we asked our readers to vote for their favorite metal bands.

10 Bands That Should Have Been Huge, Part 2 (BY POPULAR DEMAND)

Thu, April 11 2013 7:17pm - Source: Noisecreep

After we posted a list of ten bands that should have been phenoms rather than footnotes, up came the cry of "What about Handsome? What about Dragpipe ?" from none other than editor Carlos Ramirez.

BIGELF returns and signs new deal with InsideOut Music; Mike Portnoy to play drums on forthcoming new album

Wed, April 03 2013 7:22pm - Source: The Ripple Effect

InsideOut Music is immensely pleased to announce the signing of progressive-rock powerhouse BIGELF for the release of their forthcoming new album later this year.

"Lullaby Versions of Pantera" Now Available

Tue, March 05 2013 1:15am - Source: ArtistDirect

Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star released Lullaby Versions of Pantera , featuring lush instrumental lullabies of the legendary metal band.

Def Leppard's Rick Allen Showcasing Fine Art Collection, AC/DC Beer + More News

Thu, February 28 2013 2:45pm - Source: Noisecreep

Rhythm + Change , at Martin Lawrence Galleries at Caesar's Palace's Forum Shop from March 22 through April 10.

New Music Monday: Robben Ford, Kevin Eubanks, Tom Waits, Nick Cave, Stick Men, Dream Theater

Mon, February 18 2013 1:51pm - Source: Something Else!

This is one of those whip-you-around New Music Mondays that requires a fastened seat belt.

Orianthi Finds Heaven at the Gates of Hell: The Popdose Interview

Mon, February 18 2013 11:20am - Source: Pop Dose

Carrie Underwood on the 2009 Grammys, Michael Jackson's doomed This Is It tour and Alice Cooper's current jaunt around the world.

Eric Ragno: How a Hardworking Musician in Los Angeles Became Melodic Rock's Busiest Keyboardist

Wed, February 13 2013 9:40pm - Source: Noisecreep

"It's so strange to work on all of these albums, but not meet many of the musicians face to face. It's so easy to send WAV files with a high speed connection these days. It keeps me very busy, but it's definitely a weird thing to think that you're working on these great records without ever being in the same room together," says Eric Ragno.

Metal!: Satanic Threat, “In To Hell” and More

Fri, February 01 2013 3:36pm - Source: Pop Dose

Yes, the Hellgoat is giving the feature position to yet another non-metal band in a series about metal.

Dream Theater's Jordan Rudess Rocks NAMM (VIDEO EXCLUSIVE)

Mon, January 28 2013 6:42pm - Source: Noisecreep

The annual NAMM convention held each year in Anaheim, Calif. always presents many unique opportunities to watch some of the greatest musicians in the world up close and personal.

‘Everybody was influenced by the Beatles’: Alice Cooper talks about the British Invasion’s impact on his sound

Tue, January 15 2013 11:15pm - Source: Something Else!

People associate Alice Cooper's intense horror-movie rock with Frank Zappa, who gave his band their first big break.

Best of the Best: The Official™ Something Else! Top 10 for 2012

Wed, December 26 2012 1:22pm - Source: Something Else!

We've each already had our say, individually.

Yes Guitarist Steve Howe on How He Feels Being Called 'Prog-Rock'

Mon, December 17 2012 5:04pm - Source: Noisecreep

Grammy-winning icons Yes are hitting the road to perform three of their classic albums in their entirety, all in one concert.

Adrenaline Mob Voted iTunes UK 'Best New Metal Artist Of The Year'

Mon, December 17 2012 3:15pm - Source: Stereoboard

Bringing together acclaimed Symphony X singer Russell Allen, former Dream Theater and Avenged Sevenfold drum virtuoso Mike Portnoy, and Sonic Stomp shred extraordinaire Mike Orlando, Adrenaline Mob is a musical mafia of the highest order!

New Music Monday: Eric Burdon, Carmen McRae, Curved Air, Iron Maiden, Kid Rock, Nektar

Mon, November 26 2012 1:29pm - Source: Something Else!

We've got new music from Eric Burdon, Curved Air, Kid Rock and Nektar to rouse yourself out of that Tryptophan coma on this New Music Monday.

Nektar – A Spoonful of Time (2012)

Sun, November 25 2012 12:28pm - Source: Something Else!

When you saw that Nektar was working with Billy Sherwood — a guy whose Rolodex needs its own boarding pass — you might have guessed that an all-star album was on the way courtesy of Cleopatra Records.

Black Country Communion - Afterglow (Album Review)

Wed, November 14 2012 1:30pm - Source: Stereoboard

It was almost tempting to interpret the title of Black Country Communion's third studio album as a bittersweet postscript to their short lived career.

Desert Island Discs: Canadian Bands Edition

Tue, November 13 2012 2:04pm - Source: Something Else!

In a pitched battle for Canuck supremacy, Neil Young edged out Rush by just one mention, as we imagined what being stranded on an island just off the coast of Canada might be like.

Desert Island Discs: Records to Chill By

Wed, November 07 2012 3:20pm - Source: Something Else!

Everybody has their own definition of a "chill" record.

Desert Island Discs: Guitar Record Edition

Tue, October 30 2012 1:01pm - Source: Something Else!

Stuck on a desert island, you're going to want to rock every once in a while, right?

Black Country Communion, 'Afterglow' (EXCLUSIVE ALBUM PREMIERE)

Mon, October 29 2012 4:41pm - Source: Noisecreep

Black Country Communion , the hard rock supergroup featuring none other than vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes ( Deep Purple , Trapeze), drummer Jason Bonham ( Led Zeppelin , Foreigner ), Derek Sherinian ( Dream Theater , Alice Cooper , Billy Idol ) and blues-rock guitarist/vocalist Joe Bonamassa , will release their third album, Afterglow , tomorrow, Oct. 30.

Joe Bonamassa: The TVD Interview

Wed, October 24 2012 4:05pm - Source: The Vinyl District

When your producer says your side project is "everything I've ever loved about Rock," it's safe to assume that Joe Bonamassa is involved.

‘I hate to break it to you’: Glenn Hughes all but confirms demise of Black Country Communion

Fri, October 19 2012 4:31pm - Source: Something Else!

Glenn Hughes, the 61-year-old frontman for Black Country Communion, has all but confirmed the the all-star rock amalgam's breakup — while giving a clearer idea yet about what's tearing the group asunder.

Paul Gilbert - Vibrato (Album Review)

Fri, October 12 2012 1:52pm - Source: Stereoboard

As one of the most technically dazzling rock guitarists of his generation Paul Gilbert is renowned for knocking out an endless avalanche of top drawer riffs and brilliantly executed solos with damn near superhuman levels of virtuosity and speed.

‘Intense music being played by very cool people’: Billy Sherwood takes us inside The Fusion Syndicate

Wed, October 10 2012 6:37pm - Source: Something Else!

The forthcoming Fusion Syndicate finds Yes alum Billy Sherwood exploring his lesser-known passion for free-form instrumental sounds associated with Weather Report, Mahavishnu Orchestra and Return to Forever.

Female Fronted Le Reverie Receive Reviews On Their Long-Awaited Debut CD!

Mon, October 08 2012 1:13am - Source: MOG

Critics are talking about Female-Fronted Goth Rock Metal Band Le Reverie and the release of their long awaited debut album, "Dark Symphony."

Iron Maiden's Steve Harris: Win a Copy of His New Solo Album, Poster

Tue, October 02 2012 9:37pm - Source: Noisecreep

Steve Harris , the primary songwriting force behind Iron Maiden has just released his long awaited debut solo album.

Steven Wilson – Get All You Deserve (2012)

Sat, September 29 2012 1:42pm - Source: Something Else!

Get All You Deserve, the just-released concert DVD from Steven Wilson, showcases a live performer coming into his own, even as it provides a brief glimpse into his forthcoming new solo release.

Dream Theater Get Lullaby Makeover, Converge Stream New Song + More News

Tue, September 25 2012 9:50pm - Source: Noisecreep

Metal Wreckage has launched new metal music daily deal site, Metal Wreckage Daily Steel, which is your destination for the best deals in the genre.

IF THOUGHT DREAM THEATER MUSIC PUT YOU TO SLEEP BEFORE…

Tue, September 25 2012 3:08pm - Source: Metal Sucks

then get a load of Lullaby Versions of Dream Theater , a new compilation of, duh, lullaby versions of Dream Theater songs.

‘Ready to move on’: Is Joe Bonamassa’s busy solo career going to be the end of Black Country Communion?

Sat, September 22 2012 8:27pm - Source: Something Else!

A feud between Glenn Hughes and Joe Bonamassa is apparently behind the cancellation of Black Country Communion's only scheduled show in the UK — and might yet be the end of the rock supergroup.

Indighost - Torn 2012 5/5 metal rock

Wed, August 29 2012 8:14pm - Source: MOG

Indighost was formed at the Guitar Institute in West London, UK in 2006.

Le Reverie Female Fronted Goth Rock Metal Band Release Long Awaited CD Dark Symphony

Sun, August 26 2012 10:58am - Source: MOG

This 12 Song CD is an amazing combination of Symphony, Goth Rock, Metal and Progressive Rock. The first pressing of the CD will also include a free DVD of their Gothic Video Single of the song "Hold Me Down" now out on you YouTube at this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N44QY0xhxrg.

Something Else! sneak peek: Black Country Communion – Afterglow (2012)

Sat, August 25 2012 3:01pm - Source: Something Else!

The star-stuffed Black Country Communion is set to release its third album, called Afterglow , On October 30, 2012.

Desert Island Discs: 1990s Rock and Pop Edition

Tue, August 21 2012 2:21pm - Source: Something Else!

Though the 1990s are generally associated with the shooting-star grunge movement, our desert island is apparently going to have precious few albums from the likes of Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains.

Desert Island Discs: Live Album Edition

Tue, July 31 2012 11:25am - Source: Something Else!

Only perhaps on this site could we query folks for Desert Island Live Discs, and find a six-way tie among the responses between the Who, Bill Evans, Little Feat, Kiss, Warren Zevon and the Talking Heads.