Released 40 years ago
Majesty Demos
Dream Theater · 1986
77 min · 23 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock
A raw and experimental blend of progressive metal, showcasing early compositions and whimsical instrumental pieces.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical interludes for exploration
- dynamic pacing with surprises
- short bursts of creativity
- headphone detail and nuance
- engaging instrumentals for focus
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer structured, long tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Majesty Demos' marks Dream Theater's debut collection of original material, preceding their first official studio album. At this point, the band was still establishing their sound and lineup, with John Petrucci, John Myung, and Mike Portnoy laying the groundwork for what would become a defining force in progressive metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Symphony X· Opeth· Fates Warning
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Particle E. Motion 1:38
- 2 Another Won (instrumental version) 5:26
- 3 The Saurus 1:23
- 4 Cry for Freedom 6:31
- 5 The School Song 6:12
- 6 YYZ 4:03
- 7 The Farandole 3:16
- 8 Two Far (instrumental version) 5:40
- 9 Anti‐Procrastination Song 0:13
- 10 Your Majesty (instrumental version) 3:56
- 11 Solar System Race Song 0:17
- 12 I'm About to Faint Song 0:09
- 13 Mosquitos in Harmony Song 0:12
- 14 John Thinks He’s Randy Song 0:10
- 15 Mike Thinks He’s Dee Dee Ramone Introducing a Song Song 0:16
- 16 John Thinks He’s Yngwie Song 0:15
- 17 Gnos Sdrawkcab 0:23
- 18 Another Won 5:27
- 19 Your Majesty 3:45
- 20 A Vision 11:24
- 21 Two Far 5:25
- 22 Vital Star 5:44
- 23 March of the Tyrant 5:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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