Your Controversial Opinions on DT

[Nearmyth]

Also, I think TGD is a bit underrated, but I don't really know if that's highly controversial.

I think its OVERrated. I constantly see people singing praises to it, so I really wouldn't call it underrated.

But.... But... That intro chord progression! 

[TheGreatPretender]

But.... But... That intro chord progression! 

Yes, and I'm sure a ton of people here LOVE that chord progression. So the song isn't underrated.

[aprilethereal]

Also, I think TGD is a bit underrated, but I don't really know if that's highly controversial.

I think its OVERrated. I constantly see people singing praises to it, so I really wouldn't call it underrated.

But.... But... That intro chord progression! 

"Being underrated" doesn't mean "being bad"

[TheGreatPretender]

"Being underrated" doesn't mean "being bad"

Or overrated.

[aprilethereal]

Okay, I fucked this up

I wanted to write overrated.

[Nearmyth]

Twas a bit of a jest
I probably haven't seen all the praise and recognition of this song that others have seen, so until then I feel like it's underrated.
In fact most I've seen is people saying it's overrated, so I think to me it's one of those "so overrated it's underrated" types of deals

[Nearmyth]

Twas a bit of a jest
I probably haven't seen all the praise and recognition of this song that others have seen, so until then I feel like it's underrated.
In fact most I've seen is people saying it's overrated, so I think to me it's one of those "so overrated it's underrated" types of deals

But.... But... That intro chord progression! 

Yes, and I'm sure a ton of people here LOVE that chord progression. So the song isn't underrated.

Well it's called a controversial opinion for a reason.

[chaotic_ripper]

Ytse Jam is my fav DT instrumental.

[adastra]

Ytse Jam is my fav DT instrumental.

Ytse Jam or SoC

[Ruba]

TGP used to be my #1 DT song, now I'm not sure if it's even in my top 20 anymore.

Ditto, though I'm sure it doesn't make my top 20, let alone top 50.

Also, I think TGD is a bit underrated.

It most definately is.

[nicbor87]

Here are some opinions:
-SFAM would have been mediocre if they had kept Derek
-ACOS and Razor's Edge are ridiculously overrated
-Count of Tuscany has great lyrics and -BCSL is their second best album to date
-One Last Time > Through Her Eyes > The Spirit Carries On
-Ministry of Lost Souls is too short..........nah, just kidding 

[Kotowboy]

-Count of Tuscany has great lyrics and -BCSL is their second best album to date

The Count of Tuscany is nowhere near Octavarium's levels.

A Rite Of Passage is really mediocre.

A Nightmare To Remember is far too long.

[rumborak]

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

[Lucien]

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

[King Postwhore]

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

I think their work ethic and their reason to get right out there even when MP wanted to "take a break" will prove you wrong.  They love to make albums and tour.

[Orthogonal]

I can see them changing their style over the next decade as they age and are no longer able to perform certain songs at the same level, but to call it quits after 2 more albums? That's a pretty bold prediction. I imagine they are all doing well financially, but probably not to the point that they can retire and live on royalties for the rest of their lives.

[Lucien]

I think they're going to do WWRD and just keep going until they physically can't. The only one even close to that age would probably be Jordan, but is keyboard playing really as strenuous as the others?

[GasparXR]

I think they're going to do WWRD and just keep going until they physically can't. The only one even close to that age would probably be Jordan, but is keyboard playing really as strenuous as the others?

Not to mention, not even he is showing any signs of slowing down.

[Onno]

The only one even close to that age would probably be Jordan, but is keyboard playing really as strenuous as the others?

I don't think it is, there are a lot of famous pianists who pretty much just kept going until they were dead.

[Kotowboy]

My contraversial opinion (not truth but opinion)

Derek Sherinian was the best keyboardist DT had, followed by Kevin, and finally the beared android.

I definitely prefer Derek to Kevin.

[Kotowboy]

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

I think their work ethic and their reason to get right out there even when MP wanted to "take a break" will prove you wrong.  They love to make albums and tour.

Another two albums = 4 years.  Petrucci & Myung won't even be 50 by then. The rest of them will be mid 50's at most apart from Jordan who will be pushing 60.

[jsbru]

One can only hope Jordan hangs up the cleats and Kevin Moore gets sick of OCI and comes back now that Portnoy's gone. 

[Kotowboy]

I'd rather Derek came back before Kevin. Much preferred his style.

[King Postwhore]

Kevin>>>>>Derick

[rumborak]

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

I think their work ethic and their reason to get right out there even when MP wanted to "take a break" will prove you wrong.  They love to make albums and tour.

Another two albums = 4 years.  Petrucci & Myung won't even be 50 by then. The rest of them will be mid 50's at most apart from Jordan who will be pushing 60.

I don't think age will be the issue necessarily. Then again, remember that video snippet a few years back where JP had to put on some heat braces for his arms, and MP needing massages every day to be able to play? I don't think you can assume the guys are all in perfect health just because we don't hear anything.
But, I think the real reason to stop would be lack of interest from the public. And that I think is realistic 2 albums from now.

[adastra]

Derek had amazing groove!  Now that Derek is gone from dream theater, So is the groove. and that's a fact.

[BlobVanDam]

Derek had amazing groove!  Now that Derek is gone from dream theater, So is the groove. and that's a fact.

Um no, still just opinion.

My controversial opinion of the day: 2 more albums after this new one. I'm calling it.

I think their work ethic and their reason to get right out there even when MP wanted to "take a break" will prove you wrong.  They love to make albums and tour.

Another two albums = 4 years.  Petrucci & Myung won't even be 50 by then. The rest of them will be mid 50's at most apart from Jordan who will be pushing 60.

I don't think age will be the issue necessarily. Then again, remember that video snippet a few years back where JP had to put on some heat braces for his arms, and MP needing massages every day to be able to play? I don't think you can assume the guys are all in perfect health just because we don't hear anything.
But, I think the real reason to stop would be lack of interest from the public. And that I think is realistic 2 albums from now.

I think you're mixing up own opinion with public opinion here. DT appears to be remaining very steady in terms of popularity, so I don't think lack of interest will be any reason to stop.
Age or lineup will be the most likely reason, and while their demanding music does have its issues as you've mentioned, I think they'll just start easing up on the balls to the wall stuff, and maybe go lighter on touring and recording, rather than sticking to the 2 year schedule.

And when did this thread turn from controversial opinions to controversial theories anyway?!

[adastra]

Derek had amazing groove!  Now that Derek is gone from dream theater, So is the groove. and that's a fact.

Um no, still just opinion.

But Someone who knows more than others told me that it is a fact 

[Orthogonal]

I don't think age will be the issue necessarily. Then again, remember that video snippet a few years back where JP had to put on some heat braces for his arms, and MP needing massages every day to be able to play? I don't think you can assume the guys are all in perfect health just because we don't hear anything.
But, I think the real reason to stop would be lack of interest from the public. And that I think is realistic 2 albums from now.

Lack of interest? You mean people stop going to concerts and buying the albums? Maybe I'm wrong here, but I thought they were as big as ever right now in terms of fanbase. I don't see that collapsing in the next ~5 years.

[Mosh]

After reading some comments in TEI thread, this might be a controversial opinion: I think OTBOA is the best song on ADTOE.

[krieger]

One can only hope Jordan hangs up the cleats and Kevin Moore gets sick of OCI and comes back now that Portnoy's gone. 

Altough I love the music KM makes, I really doubt he would return. Besides, I can't see him playing any solo for the rest of his life. Every solo from DT would be removed in the live shows! 

[?]

One can only hope Jordan hangs up the cleats and Kevin Moore gets sick of OCI and comes back now that Portnoy's gone. 

JM will cut his hair before that happens (read: it's impossible)

[Kotowboy]

It still feels to me like DT are still climbing in popularity. This new album may well welcome on board a lot of new fans.

[lyfeternl]

JR is the best keyboard player DT has had and could not be replaced *raises flameshield for the KM lovers*

[Podaar]

JR is the best keyboard player DT has had and could not be replaced *raises flameshield for the KM lovers*

No controversy from me.