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Live at the Marquee

Dream Theater · 1993

45 min · 6 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock

Dynamic progressive metal infused with intricate musicianship and soaring vocals, captured in an electrifying live setting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • intricate musicianship appreciation
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • captivating vocal performances
  • engaging in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike lengthy instrumental passages
  • prefer studio polish over live

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live at the Marquee' was released in September 1993, Dream Theater had already established themselves as a significant force in progressive metal with their debut album, 'When Dream and Day Unite' (1989), and their breakthrough record, 'Images and Words' (1992). This live album showcases their growing popularity and technical prowess as they toured in support of 'Images and Words', solidifying their reputation as a top-tier live act.
Stylistic neighbors
Symphony X· Opeth· Fates Warning

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Metropolis, Part I: The Miracle and the Sleeper 9:33
  • 2 A Fortune in Lies 5:15
  • 3 Bombay Vindaloo 6:55
  • 4 Another Day 4:37
  • 5 Another Hand / The Killing Hand 10:46
  • 6 Pull Me Under 8:22

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