This 2016 double-album rock opera by Dream Theater tells a science-fiction story across two discs, with a sprawling cast of characters and a plot that unfolds over 2 hours of music.
- "The Astonishing" was released on January 29, 2016, by Roadrunner Records.
- The album reached number 11 on the US Billboard 200 chart.
- The album was recorded at Cove City Sound Studios in Glen Cove, New York.
Dream Theater is a Grammy-winning progressive metal band formed in 1985, widely regarded as one of the leading acts in the genre. They are known for their intricate instrumental compositions, complex song structures, and devoted fanbase. At the time of "The Astonishing's" release in 2016, the band was embarking on a new chapter with a double-concept album, marking a significant departure from their previous studio efforts.
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Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory1999
Dream Theater2013
A Dramatic Turn of Events2011
Octavarium2005
Black Clouds & Silver Linings2009
Awake1994
Greatest Hit (…and 21 Other Pretty Cool Songs)2008
Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence2002
Falling into Infinity1997
Live at Budokan2004
Train of Thought2003
Distance over Time2019
