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Essential Works Ltd Lifting Shadows The Authorized Biography of Dream Theater by Rich Wilson
Lifting Shadows the authorized biography of Dream Theater the American progressivemetal band comprising James LaBrie John Petrucci Jordan Rudess John Myung and Mike Mangini traces the bands history from their mid1980s Long Island origins through to the arena filling act that they are today.This revised and updated edition features allnew interviews with the band and a host of others who have played their part in the rise of the pioneering progmetal act. It covers the departure of founding drummer Mike Portnoy the search for his successor and the bands spirited return. Their tale is one of musical integrity strong professional perseverance and a deeprooted belief in their direction.The fivepiece has enjoyed major success (notably with Pull Me Under) while remaining essentially an underground band. They thrive on the support of a growing and loyal fan base. As guitarist and founding member John Petrucci writes: Its incredible and we are all very blessed and fortunate to have such a long career not only where we started in America but all over the world. .show more