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Title: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Jaffa on July 08, 2013, 05:19:01 PM: I was looking through Marc's Index of Albums & Songs Threads, and I noticed that Caught in a Web didn't have a thread listed. Which doesn't really surprise me, because it seems like most people don't hold this song in very high regard. But at the same time, I think it deserves its own thread. I know I can’t be the only fan this song has. I may very well be the biggest fan it has, but I can’t be the only one.

So, how about it? Let’s appreciate some Caught in a Web, shall we?
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: hefdaddy42 on July 08, 2013, 05:25:03 PM: TBH, I rarely think about this song, and it ranks fairly low amongst its Awake brethren for me.

But taken on its own, this song rocks. Can't wait to see it on the upcoming Blu-ray.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: GalacticGuitarist87 on July 08, 2013, 05:29:28 PM: I love the song, it has a nice groove to it. Plus it is very different than any other DT song, there aren't many songs like it.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Kotowboy on July 08, 2013, 05:36:38 PM: I only ever listen to the opening three songs on Awake and this is a top DT song for me.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: 425 on July 08, 2013, 07:14:23 PM: I really love this song. It showcases what DT had going on Awake with John's heavy riffing contrasting Kevin's light playing. Plus James just tears this song up, with my favorite part being the "Woah" going into the last verse, after the instrumental section.

I would say it probably ranks third for me on Awake, after Scarred and Space-Dye Vest, but 6:00 and Innocence Faded are close.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Destiny Of Chaos on July 08, 2013, 07:27:33 PM: James is incredible on this songs. I've always had a soft spot for this song. Not one of my favorites on the album, but in the 2nd tier for sure.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: darkshade on July 08, 2013, 08:17:30 PM: Great song, one of my favorites on Awake. Whenever I think about Awake, CIAW is one of the songs that immediately springs to mind.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Voices on July 08, 2013, 09:13:54 PM: Quote from: darkshade on July 08, 2013, 08:17:30 PM
Great song, one of my favorites on Awake. Whenever I think about Awake, CIAW is one of the songs that immediately springs to mind.

This.
And also JLB kick asses singing this song live, it's freaking awesome.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: aprilethereal on July 08, 2013, 11:09:13 PM: Great song, I'd rank it in the middle of the Awake songs.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: ? on July 08, 2013, 11:29:46 PM: Great tune, one of the first DT songs I heard and liked. James' vocals are amazing, the instrumentation has a nice groove and of course there's some cowbell!
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Madman Shepherd on July 09, 2013, 12:00:43 AM: One of my absolute favorite DT songs. James gives an amazing performance and Mike has one of his finest drum moments IMO.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Daso on July 09, 2013, 12:03:23 AM: It is not only an amazing song, there's everyone's skills all over the place and it works VERY well after 6:00. I can't think of any part where something doesn't stand out. Definitely one of the best songs off Awake.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: mocool13 on July 09, 2013, 10:53:12 AM: Great song, groovy, shreddy; one of the best from Awake. A great live track
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Lolzeez on July 09, 2013, 11:49:46 AM: KARIIIIINA WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALE
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Scorpion on July 09, 2013, 12:28:33 PM: You know Lolz, you're the only that I've ever seen use that misheard lyric, and it's always kinda stunned me, because while there are many misheard lyrics moments on Awake, none of them EVER involve the chorus of CIAW for me.

On topic: cool song. Still one of my least favourites on Awake, but it's still great. Better than the two tracks surrounding it, that's for sure.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: ? on July 09, 2013, 01:32:06 PM: Quote from: Scorpion on July 09, 2013, 12:28:33 PM
You know Lolz, you're the only that I've ever seen use that misheard lyric, and it's always kinda stunned me, because while there are many misheard lyrics moments on Awake, none of them EVER involve the chorus of CIAW for me.
You don't hear it as "cut in a whaaaleee"? :omg:
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: snapple on July 09, 2013, 01:34:45 PM: One of the many cogs that makes Awake the best album I have ever heard.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Scorpion on July 09, 2013, 01:38:03 PM: Quote from: ? on July 09, 2013, 01:32:06 PM
Quote from: Scorpion on July 09, 2013, 12:28:33 PM
You know Lolz, you're the only that I've ever seen use that misheard lyric, and it's always kinda stunned me, because while there are many misheard lyrics moments on Awake, none of them EVER involve the chorus of CIAW for me.
You don't hear it as "cut in a whaaaleee"? :omg:

"cut" sometimes, yeah, so I guess I was a little absolute, but I have never heard anything about a whale anywhere near there. Sorry, but my ears are simply superior.

Your ears are probably finnished already. :neverusethis:
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: ? on July 09, 2013, 01:42:05 PM: I mishear a lot of lyrics thanks to the internet :lol
Quote from: Scorpion on July 09, 2013, 01:38:03 PM
Your ears are probably finnished already. :neverusethis:
I think I may somehow be able to see what you did there...
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Onno on July 09, 2013, 03:09:08 PM: CiaW is great, epic vocals by James. And it's one of the few DT songs I can actually play on the drums.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: ArchVile on July 10, 2013, 03:50:22 AM: COCK IN A WEEEEEB... LOOK FROM DA WOMB! HANGINO PIE ATHREP !! SPIT IN THEIR EYES!!! THEY´RE FUCKED IN THE HEEEAAAD!

I love this song, in my case, i usually remember the song in my life. Its like a song that can be enjoyed any moment and any day. Great song, POWA, ENERGY! Lyrics are pretty remarkable as well, definitely, one of my most loved songs from Awake.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Jaffa on July 10, 2013, 02:41:40 PM: :tup at all the love for James. He's absolutely incredible in this song.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Ruba on July 10, 2013, 02:45:38 PM: DT song with a cowbell = :metal.

Has been my favourites from Awake for ages. At first I disliked the instrumental section, it felt sloppy, but it has grown on me. And the fake ending is cool.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Tom Bombadil on July 10, 2013, 08:16:25 PM: This is a fantastic song. Unfortunately it often gets overshadowed because it's on such a good album. On any other album it would get much more notice. And James is just incredible here
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Scar on June 07, 2016, 07:24:56 PM: Absolutely stunning song! One of the songs that really spoke to me when I first listened to the song. I love Labrie and this may be Labrie's greatest vocal performance in this album, second to Scarred. I just love the raw energy he gives out.

One of the greatest riffs in this album, tied with the mirror and absolutely love the unison between Moore and Petrucci. His riff sounds soo crunchy!

Five minutes of epic listen and won't get bored of it no matter how many times I listen to it.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: don_waka on June 07, 2016, 07:27:40 PM: What's the latest live version of this song?
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Scar on June 07, 2016, 07:29:27 PM: I think it's Live at Luna Park.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: don_waka on June 07, 2016, 07:37:35 PM: You're right, Scar.

But the one from 5 Years is still my favorite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTMnvAJalfg
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Scar on June 07, 2016, 07:38:46 PM: :tup :tup :tup
Just listened to both and I agree! Extremely strong performance by everyone!
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Madman Shepherd on June 08, 2016, 12:09:07 AM: Still wish I knew exactly how Petrucci and LaBrie wrote the lyrics.

Did they sit in a room together? Did one write the verse and the other the chorus?
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: erwinrafael on June 08, 2016, 04:12:48 AM: I use this song in my Sociology class. :D
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Mladen on June 08, 2016, 05:28:04 AM: Maybe their perfect short song, truly a masterpiece. Amazing in every single way and always a blast to hear it live.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: don_waka on June 08, 2016, 08:23:08 AM: Quote from: erwinrafael on June 08, 2016, 04:12:48 AM
I use this song in my Sociology class. :D

That sounds cool. Can you expand on that?
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Kotowboy on June 09, 2016, 03:39:45 PM: It needs to be on a DVD again.
Title: Re: Caught in a Web appreciation thread
Post by: Dublagent66 on June 09, 2016, 04:20:48 PM: Good song. It represents the good ole days.