Black Clouds & Silver Linings
Dream Theater · 2009
196 min · 18 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock
A complex tapestry of soaring melodies and intricate rhythms that define progressive metal's emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics with peaks long-form narrative exploration soaring melodies and intricacies
- Context
- Released on June 23, 2009, 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' is Dream Theater's tenth studio album and comes after their acclaimed 'Systematic Chaos' (2007). At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as leaders in progressive metal while experimenting with more personal themes and showcasing a blend of heavy instrumentation and lyrical introspection.
- If you like
- progressive metal, progressive rock
Black Clouds & Silver Linings is an album by Dream Theater, released in 2009. A complex tapestry of soaring melodies and intricate rhythms that define progressive metal's emotional depth. 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success for the band. The album received critical praise for its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth, further establishing Dream Theater's influence in the progressive metal genre and inspiring a new generation of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Black Clouds & Silver Linings sound like?
A complex tapestry of soaring melodies and intricate rhythms that define progressive metal's emotional depth. Rooted in progressive metal and progressive rock.
What makes Black Clouds & Silver Linings by Dream Theater notable?
'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success for the band. The album received critical praise for its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth, further establishing Dream Theater's influence in the progressive metal genre and inspiring a new generation of musicians. Released on June 23, 2009, 'Black Clouds & Silver Linings' is Dream Theater's tenth studio album and comes after their acclaimed 'Systematic Chaos' (2007). At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as leaders in progressive metal while experimenting with more personal themes and showcasing a blend of heavy instrumentation and lyrical introspection.
Who is Black Clouds & Silver Linings for?
Black Clouds & Silver Linings works well if you're into wave-like dynamics with peaks, long-form narrative exploration and soaring melodies and intricacies.
How many songs are on Black Clouds & Silver Linings?
Black Clouds & Silver Linings has 18 tracks, running approximately 196 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 A Nightmare to Remember Standout 16:10
- 2 A Rite of Passage Standout 8:36
- 3 Wither 5:25
- 4 The Shattered Fortress 12:49
- 5 The Best of Times Standout 13:09
- 6 The Count of Tuscany 19:16
Disc 2
- 1 Stargazer 8:11
- 2 Tenement Funster / Flick of the Wrist / Lily of the Valley 8:18
- 3 Odyssey 8:00
- 4 Take Your Fingers From My Hair 8:18
- 5 Larks Tongues in Aspic, Part 2 6:32
- 6 To Tame a Land 7:15
Disc 3
- 1 A Nightmare to Remember (instrumental) 15:39
- 2 A Rite of Passage (instrumental) 8:36
- 3 Wither (instrumental) 5:28
- 4 The Shattered Fortress (instrumental) 12:47
- 5 The Best of Times (instrumental) 13:20
- 6 The Count of Tuscany (instrumental) 18:47
Release Date
June 23, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
196 min 36 sec
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