I think it would be pretty good.
Devin has that ethereal side which JR would compliment greatly if utilized correctly, and he also has that Zappa-esque, fusion side which the rest of the guys would also be totally into, especially MP and JR. It'd be like an album of Trial of Tears type music in my mind. Totally on board.
yeah, i'm totally with you on that. the thought of devin townsend and jordan rudess collaborating sounds like a dream come true. devin's ethereal vibes mixed with jordan's intricate keyboard work could create some mind-blowing compositions.
the mention of a Zappa-esque, fusion side is intriguing too. imagining how the rest of the guys, especially mike portnoy and john myung, would dive into that fusion element is exciting. it could bring a unique dynamic to the music, blending devin's diverse influences with the technical prowess of the dream theater members.
the comparison to "trial of tears" gives a good reference point – that kind of epic, progressive sound could indeed be the result of such a collaboration. just thinking about the potential for complex arrangements, emotional landscapes, and instrumental brilliance is enough to get any prog fan excited.
it's always fascinating when musicians from different backgrounds come together, and devin townsend joining forces with dream theater members would undoubtedly be a sonic adventure. fingers crossed that someday we get to witness this collaboration unfold in reality.