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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #105 on: September 18, 2013, 02:28:24 PM »
Were their moments when you finished a song or a section of a song in the studio and everyone said, "I can't wait to play this live!"?

If so, can you share with us what moment stood out the most?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #106 on: September 18, 2013, 02:37:02 PM »
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You know... that is actually a good out-of-left-field question...

2: To JLB... has anyone ever stolen your drink/food during a Meet and Greet?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #107 on: September 18, 2013, 02:38:34 PM »
To JLB... has anyone ever stolen your drink/food during a Meet and Greet?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #108 on: September 18, 2013, 02:39:35 PM »
If you guys had seen/heard the midi that a certain dtf member had transcribed from a still shot of the in the studio video, what was your reaction to it?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #109 on: September 18, 2013, 02:41:10 PM »
@ Bosk1... So was that a non-verbal answer to my question? :lol
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #110 on: September 18, 2013, 02:49:38 PM »
I so desperately want this one answered because it's a very relatable problem that many of us have had--albeit in different circumstances unless you've played onstage

Have any of the band members had the sudden urge to go to the bathroom while they were playing onstage? How do you deal with that
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #111 on: September 18, 2013, 02:53:47 PM »
Clench up.
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #112 on: September 18, 2013, 02:54:39 PM »
If you guys had seen/heard the midi that a certain dtf member had transcribed from a still shot of the in the studio video, what was your reaction to it?
Wait...what is it that you're referencing? It sounds funny.
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #113 on: September 18, 2013, 04:25:16 PM »
JP, Do you like German Chocolate cake as well?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #114 on: September 18, 2013, 04:27:36 PM »
@ Bosk1... So was that a non-verbal answer to my question? :lol

IT'S NOT "STEALING" IF YOU DON'T GET CAUGHT!

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #115 on: September 18, 2013, 06:41:36 PM »
In what ways, if any, has having 'Gini on board affected the way you go about songwriting?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #116 on: September 18, 2013, 07:02:05 PM »
The lyrics on this album have a very spiritual feel and mood. Was that intentional or just a by product of where the lyricist is spiritually as an individual at this stage of his life?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #117 on: September 18, 2013, 08:07:31 PM »
Question 2. Will you please play "You Not Me" again, as I do like this track. I've got tickets for Manchester so this would be a good time.

I second this question!

Bossk, thank you for facilitating this opportunity for the DTF community to connect directly with the band.

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #118 on: September 18, 2013, 08:50:27 PM »
1. Are your family members ever objective/critical/harsh when it comes to songs/albums? Eg. someone saying "mmmh... that song is not my cup of tea" or "that solo/section should've been longer/shorter/this or that? If so, how do you deal with this?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #119 on: September 18, 2013, 08:53:55 PM »
If you guys had seen/heard the midi that a certain dtf member had transcribed from a still shot of the in the studio video, what was your reaction to it?

:lol I actually asked JR about that a little while back, and he'd heard it (and I assume the rest of the band probably has too). I'd love to hear more about the band's reaction to that.
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #120 on: September 18, 2013, 09:54:14 PM »
If you guys had seen/heard the midi that a certain dtf member had transcribed from a still shot of the in the studio video, what was your reaction to it?

:lol I actually asked JR about that a little while back, and he'd heard it (and I assume the rest of the band probably has too). I'd love to hear more about the band's reaction to that.

Well what did he think??

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #121 on: September 18, 2013, 09:56:25 PM »
Excellent, thank you to the admins here at DTF! Now, my questions:

1. Has the band ever considered playing a show in Alaska, or will they (please) consider it now that I have asked?  ;D

2. Do JR and MM have any desire to do either lyrics or vocals in future DT, and if not, why?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #122 on: September 18, 2013, 10:15:26 PM »
1. of the many newer metal/prog bands on the scene today, are there any that are making you guys take notice of them?

2. are there any bands or artists that you guys "fan-boy geek out on" when they release new material, like we all do when your stuff comes out?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #123 on: September 18, 2013, 10:50:25 PM »
What is your favorite thing about your fanbase?

What are your thoughts on how music has evolved during your lifetime career?

FTFY. Lifetime seems a bit vague, no?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #124 on: September 19, 2013, 07:44:50 AM »
Okay okay okay, I think I can come up with some questions now....

1. In the example of Illumination Theory, I read that you guys went into it planning on writing an epic. How do you know when you've written a piece that is worthy of the title? Do you have a moment where you get chills listening to something? I'm curious to hear how it affects you.

2. Is there a particular song you've written that has become a fan favorite that you wouldn't have expected to?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #125 on: September 19, 2013, 09:00:07 AM »
I so desperately want this one answered because it's a very relatable problem that many of us have had--albeit in different circumstances unless you've played onstage

Have any of the band members had the sudden urge to go to the bathroom while they were playing onstage? How do you deal with that

Come on this one is simple man.  Petrucci said it before that he has a "data dump" and its exactly what it sounds like.    ;)

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #126 on: September 19, 2013, 12:15:01 PM »
I'm really surprised this isn't already asked:

1) Is there any possibilty for any member to join to our nice community and chat with us?

and other question:

2) I know that JP goes to the gym but is any other member going any sports? Or do they watch any sports?


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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #127 on: September 19, 2013, 01:03:17 PM »
Consider this question: What are you willing to die for?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #128 on: September 19, 2013, 01:19:30 PM »
Consider this question: What are you willing to die for?

 :lol  Oh man, someone needs to ask JP this! Seriously.
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #129 on: September 19, 2013, 01:41:59 PM »
What cake flavor are you planning on using for the next album ? (I am fine with chocolate so far :P)

Can you match the working titles with the real tracks ?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #130 on: September 19, 2013, 02:39:26 PM »
For JP: A few years ago, there was talk about an EBMM guitar with the working title "JP Stallion". Is that what turned out to be the JP13?

For the band: Are there any songs in your catalogue that makes you "time travel" to a specific time and place when hearing it? For example, whenever I listen to "This is the life", I'm being put right back to when I moved to Germany on an exchange year, and all the feelings I had back then come return when I hear the song.
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #131 on: September 19, 2013, 03:26:52 PM »
I came up with a really good one for my second and final question:

2. This is for Jordan and Mike. Do you remember the first Dream Theater song or album you ever heard and what you thought when you heard it?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #132 on: September 19, 2013, 03:38:51 PM »
Been lurking here for years, figured this is as good a place as any for my first post!

1. For JP, have you experimented much with open tunings or thought about incorporating them into your future writing?

2. For the band, are there any songs in the not too distant past (ie post SFAM) that you wish you could go back and rework?

This is really cool guys, thanks for putting this on!  :metal

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #133 on: September 19, 2013, 03:39:51 PM »
I came up with a really good one for my second and final question:

2. This is for Jordan and Mike. Do you remember the first Dream Theater song or album you ever heard and what you thought when you heard it?
That's a pretty neat question!
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #134 on: September 19, 2013, 03:53:24 PM »
I like that question too

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #135 on: September 19, 2013, 04:47:45 PM »
1) Do you guys go out trying to write an 'epic' or does it just turn out that way during the process?

2) what made you all get into Prog rather than Rock/metal or even jazz music?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #136 on: September 19, 2013, 08:26:52 PM »
Do you ever think you'll branch out into other musical styles again?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #137 on: September 19, 2013, 10:18:02 PM »
Who first suggested the idea of self-titling the album and how difficult of a decision was it to actually pull the trigger and do it?  To me, it's really brave of the band to self-title and basically say this is our greatest work yet.  Was is a tough decision?
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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #138 on: September 20, 2013, 09:08:33 AM »
To Jordan (or the entire band): After listening to Illumination Theory I started thinking about how it's likely to be performed live. Will the string section be played by Jordan or will the original recording be played as a sample? The latter IS possible after all since you so cleverly put a non-melodic ambient section right before it and a "swooshing" sound right after it. Was this your way of ensuring that this beautiful recording could be used as a sample without the transitions coming off as unnatural in a live setting?

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Re: Chat with the members of Dream Theater September 24, 2013!
« Reply #139 on: September 20, 2013, 09:23:34 AM »
2) what made you all get into Prog rather than Rock/metal or even jazz music?
I don't understand half of this question.  They ARE into rock/metal.
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