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Avg: 4.0 (61 ratings)
- Date Released: January 13, 2004
- Genre: Rock/Pop
- Style: Rock, Metal
- Label: Inside Out / SPV
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Symphony X had already established a devoted following prior to the release of The Divine Wings of Tragedy, but it was this release that propelled them to the forefront of progressive metal bands. While often compared to Dream Theater and Yngwie Malmsteen there is enough creative writing and playing to distinguish them from other imitators. Guitarist Michael Romeo usually garnishes most of the praise for his pyrotechnic displays, but keyboardist Michael Pinnella and bassist Thomas Miller are equally competent on their respective instruments. There are many excellent moments here, but Russell Allen's vocals can be a bit grading, often sounding too much like Ronnie James Dio. The 20-minute-plus "The Divine Wings of Tragedy" is based upon Gustav Holst's Mars: The Bringer of War, which is a piece that lends itself perfectly to this style of music. While this recording may not be quite the classic that it is often heralded to be, it is a noteworthy addition to the annals of progressive metal. [The 2004 edition of the album featured a band interview and bonus computer content.]
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Of sins and shadows |
4:58 |
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| 02. | |
Sea of lies |
4:18 |
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| 03. | |
Out of the ashes |
3:40 |
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| 04. | |
The accolade |
9:51 |
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| 05. | |
Pharaoh |
5:28 |
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| 06. | |
The eyes of medusa |
5:26 |
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| 07. | |
The witching hour |
4:15 |
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| 08. | |
The divine wings of tragedy |
20:42 |
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| 09. | |
Candlelight fantasia |
9:17 |
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09 Total Tracks, 67:55 Total Length
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Credits
- John Abbott - Assistant Engineer // Steve Evetts - Producer // Steve Evetts - Engineer // Steve Evetts - Mastering // Steve Evetts - Mixing // Donna Rachel - Cover Art // Eric Rachel - Producer // Eric Rachel - Engineer // Eric Rachel - Mastering // Michael Romeo - Guitar (Acoustic) // Michael Romeo - Guitar (Electric) // Michael Romeo - Choir Arrangement // Michael Romeo - Group Member // Thomas Miller - Bass // Thomas Miller - Group Member // Symphony X - Main Performer // Thomas Ewerhard - Layout Design // Russell Allen - Vocals // Russell Allen - Vocals // Russell Allen - Vocals // Russell Allen - Group Member // Russell Allen - Group Member // Russell Allen - Group Member // Michael Pinnella - Keyboards // Michael Pinnella - Choir Arrangement // Michael Pinnella - Group Member // Jason Rullo - Drums // Jason Rullo - Group Member
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