OCTAVARIUM

I’m a big fan of DT and I think they’re one of the best bands (or probably the best) in the world. But this album makes me think twice, why did they make such an album? What’s happening with the great DT? This album, by far, the most controversial ever. I won’t review song-by-song since hundreds other people have done it nicely. Some people love it and the others hate it. No problem I won’t be on any sides, So this is what I think..

They say: “Not original”

I say: It’s true they played like other bands/artists, but why bother? I think it’s just their appreciation to them, They make music that has influenced them. And I think they’re in the mood in doing covers for other bands.

They say: “Too many solos”

I say: Yes, I agree with this. It’s a layback, they did too many solos (esp. Rudess & Petrucci). If there is an award for “The Best Show Off-ers Artist”, It will surely belong to one of them.

They say: “They’re changing direction”

I say: It’s a possibility.. Maybe they try to broaden their listeners. And if it’s true they will connect new listeners to progressive music, then other prog bands will become famous too. Right?

Okay, despite all these facts I still like this album. Never Enough & Sacrificed Sons are my personal favourite.Never Enough, sounds like Muse but Labrie’s singing is amazing here! So I give a special credit for this one. Sacrificed Sons, really really emotional song and the guitar solo is one of the best I’ve ever heard. What about the epic Octavarium?? Hmmm, I don’t really like this track, it’s just not better than A Change of Season, but the final part is quite great though. Overall, it’s Absolutely not a Masterpiece but it’s also not a Rubbish.. It’s maybe just a transition for a new DT. Let’s just wait for a better album next. For new listeners this is not the best to start, but for those who like easy-listening songs maybe this could be an album for you.

The Decision : *** (3stars)