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Octavarium only confirmed some ideas I had about the band however and now SC has done the same. A SERIOUS lack of melodies and direction therein.

The piece opens with a Rush style chop and riff thing that drags and drags. This seems to be the theme throughout the CD. Forsaken is a good straight ahead rocker but is almost too predictable and forgetable.

Great music is about the careful combination of chops, riffs and melodies. Octavarium doesnt have it...and neither does this record. DT need to get a Producer to not allow THEM...meaning Mike P and John P to run the show. Their singer who still sounds amazing, needs to be allowed to write songs and most importantly, vocal melodies. Thats what singers do...not drummers.

they just need to get back to their roots....emotions and great melodies. Images and Words, Awake, Scenes and 6 degrees had it...but this record doesn't.

Its a good CD...but not their best. I'd recommend it, but think the guys need to get a Producer that can help them focus on their talents....not others talents. They need MELODIES !!!!!!

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