METROPOLIS PART 2 - SCENES FROM A MEMORY

This is without any doubt the best Dream Theater album ever. It was the first one I ever heard and it was because of it that I became a fan of the band. Rudess' style gives the album a somewhat darker air, a strong drive in every song. All the solos are amazing, especially Myung's on 'The Dance of Eternity". Petrucci... well, I'm speechless, I had never seen such skillful guitar player. Although Labrie's vocals and his performance might not be great compared to the rest of the members, his voice suits the general 'feeling' of this album's songs. Portnoy is incredible in 'Finally Free'. From the first time I listened to it I was astonished. It's truly a masterpiece of prog-metal.