The Divine Wings of Tragedy
Symphony X
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Of Sins and Shadows | Symphony X | 4:58 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Sea of Lies | Symphony X | 4:18 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Out of the Ashes | Symphony X | 3:40 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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The Accolade | Symphony X | 9:51 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Pharaoh | Symphony X | 5:28 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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The Eyes of Medusa | Symphony X | 5:26 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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The Witching Hour | Symphony X | 4:15 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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The Divine Wings of Tragedy | Symphony X | 20:42 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
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Candlelight Fantasia | Symphony X | 9:17 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| Total: 9 Songs |
Album Review
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 grating, 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.
Customer Reviews
Wow
You can listen to this album again and again and never lose interest in it. Its astoundingly complex enough to baffle any but the most advanced neoclassical student, but still deeply affecting and even (yes) catchy. It also makes WONDERFUL studying music, maybe its the classical roots? Anyway, Michael Romeo is a phenomenal guitarist and he certainly has the neoclassical/power metal thing DOWN. And Mr. (or Ms.) itunes reviewer, i happen to like Allen's vocals. In fact, i'd say he's one of the best in the genre (after Blind Guardian's Hansi Kursh.)
Amazing!
Easily the best album ever by the best band ever. Every song is amazing, from headbangers like Sea of Lies and Pharaoh to the softer keyboard-heavy tunes like Accolade and Candlelight Fantasia, and of course the twenty-minute title track. This is definitely one of the albums you absolutely must hear before you die.
wow
Michael Romeo is too good. Enough said
Biography
Formed: 1994 in New Jersey
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '90s, '00s, '10s
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