This is the song I say when people ask if I was on a deserted island and can only hear one song. It would definitely be this one. Tied with Change of Seasons.
Bro this reaction is one of the realest I've seen. Bro straight absorbed it all and when you really started rocking out during the instrumental parts I really felt that shit too man. That was me the first time I heard this.
i heard this song so many times but i still tearing up every time, this solo is probably one of the greatest simple but moving you to very core solos. It makes you truly feel beauty of every note, every intonation..Masterpiece!
It is honestly great to see someone like you react to a masterpiece and appreciate real fucking music. I honestly feel like Octavarium by Dream Theater may be one of their greatest songs ever written.
Octavarium is a masterpiece of songwriting, composing, technicality, and musicality all rolled into one. Loved watching your reaction to this, and look forward to more.
Watching you slide off the chair as the final note faded... I felt that too and chuckled a bit. I'm glad you appreciate the journey, and it's wonderful to watch someone get lost in it
I was literally watching dream theater reactions the pther day wondering when someone would react to this song, but I had forgotten the name, i just remembered that it was 24 mins long, and there werent any lyrics until 5 mins in lmao
So glad you found them! You are on a wild ride through the Dream Theater rabbit hole. You never know what to expect when you hit the play button with them. It can be absolute beauty or power or a combination. My favorite band as a musician myself. Everyone in the band is the very top of their game. Enjoy and I will be along for the ride as well!
IMHO these guys are the best prog metal/rock (everything).. their virtuosity as instumentalists is beyond words.. I've seen them 7 times, met them backstage; simply amazing, beautiful and talented. Pope, you put tears in my eyes watching your reaction.. Kudos!!
You understood the assignment! Dream Theater is always a deep dive into music, emotions and playing abilities most musicians only dream of reaching! Masters of their crafts and truly genius players
Prepare yourself for over 3 decades of music by Dream Theater. I've been a fan since 1993 when Dream Theater got famous for their biggest radio hit called Pull Me Under. If you react to this song, make sure it's the long 8 minute studio version, not the chopped up MTV version.
its not a direct quote... its a word play, consisting of two references Ripper Owens + Wilson Philips being sang so close to each other, that you hear the two middle words combined togheter saying "Owen Wilson"... The whole part of references is built like that, and gives second meaning when combining the last and the first word of every new reference. Its a genius concept!
Man, yeah, my first Dream Theater song was "On the Backs of Angels" through the in-game radio on Sleeping Dogs--I was absolutely blown away, especially for a video game. After that, I listened to Metropolis Part 1 and boy howdy that was an experience. From then, I've been obsessed. Dream Theater is a genuine gem amongst so many pieces of sand. The journey Octavarium took you on is not the last one you'll experience with them. I promise you. Good luck, stay safe, and enjoy this art to your heart's content.
Im so glad you enjoyed it, and i kind of envy you to discover this amazing band. My first time listening to DT was when i studied music and we were supposed to bring music that we liked to the class and play some and explain why we liked it. A classmate of mine then played "Under a glassmoon" from the Album "Images and Words". I was totally blown away. DT also have alot more songs like this, long epic adventures. For example "A Change of Seasons" and "The Count of Tuscany". If hope to follow your journey through the amazing landscape of DT songs on the channel.
I don't normally enjoy reaction vids without much verbalization of thoughts/feelings, but in this case it was acceptable. ;) Greatly looking forward to your journey down the DT rabbit hole. Much love, bud.
Got lucky and won a contest to go see them live w/ a VIP pass!!! I'm ecstatic to finally have another chance to hear them live. Favorite band bars none. Excellent choice for a first listen, glad you didn't find the start too slow as it is somewhat a common complaint 😅
Lucky you! You get to see Arch Echo open for them. They are some of the greatest performers and players out there right now. Enjoy the show, Jeff! I'll be seeing them in Houston.
I also won a VIP pass for a meet and greet with Dream Theater back in 2007 in Houston Texas. I also had front row and got to experience Dream Theater's performance of Dark Eternal Night. What a great memory.
I DO like that this HQ version has the flute at the end, but I honestly prefer the original studio recording. In the original, it ends with the start of The Root of All Evil.
Man you got to react to The Glass Prison next from the album Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence by Dream Theater. This song will melt your brains out of your ears. There are so many great songs to recommend by Dream Theater. Please react to more Dream Theater. I suggest all of Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence and Train of Thought albums. These albums will change your musical perspective.
Definitely agree...been a DT fan for many years. Saw them live in the mid-90s up close at a small venue in RI. Seeing John Myung slay his 12-string bass up close was amazing. They create so many different layers of sound in each song that each is a journey on its own that you want to take time and again.
Welcome to the Majesty that is Dream Theater my friend. They are masters of what they do. Octavarium was done live in 2006 in New York City and sounds just as good live. If you want more of their epic stuff check out Illumination Theory live at the Boston Opera House. It was part of their Breaking The Fourth Wall tour and it was awesome to watch.
So glad to see someone who let's the music flow through their body like me, wonderful to see the song take you there, great song. To throw my suggestion in, there is a side project for some of the members of DT called Liquid Tension Experiment, I highly recommend checking out their first song of their first album Paradigm shift. It'll have you on the ceiling with all the energy it brings. Keep up the good work!
Man .....I like the way you FEEL and interpret it. Wow. Yeah Dream Theater alone is a JOURNEY. A lot of great emotion and fascinating music there. “Count Of Tuscany” or “A Change of Season” also a great trip ! Please do more Dream Theater 🙏.
Count of Tuscany is a masterpiece but the lyrics are like...questionnable lol at best. It's just Petrucci getting lost in vineyard beeing scared but it's just two nice dudes saying "hey chill bro we're cool". That's it XD it's a bit over the top compared to the subject but yes instrumentaly it's super sick
You really have react to them live to really appreciate. This one in particular in Chile is by far the best. Huge long time fan....pure musicianship from top to bottom....WD4L
Hello One and maybe the best reaction I've ever seen on a DT song, and I've seen maaaaaaaany reactions since those last 15 years Perhaps, U can try in next ones reactions, "Illumination Theory", even if there are sooo many more to discover such as "A change of seasons" etc. Tx and be sure I'll be back to watch more DT reactions U'll make on line ! Reguards and keep safe ! FdC
Fun reaction. You really go with the flow. ^^ Dream Theater is one of a special kind. Outstanding musicians. A big and great song too is Elysium by Stratovarius. Give it a try.
DT fan since 1992 here (for whatever that's worth in your mind) with a suggestion for your next song, Illumination Theory Live at the Boston Opera House. Or, if you want to explore their heavier side, Glass Prison is a perfect launching point. Cheers and keep up the great work!
You’ve done it! You’ve reacted to the GOATs of technicality! So much more to go from here, bud! Count of Tuscany, Panic Attack, A Change of Seasons, just to name a few. But… if you’re daring enough, and willing to put in a video up to two hours, maybe you could react to Metropolis pt I next, then the entirety of Metropolis pt 2: Scenes from a Memory. Definitely do that if and when you like. It’s a lot to absorb in one sitting so if you choose to do so, be prepared for a hell of a story.
You need to react to something live. They are simply amazing. I’m 65 years old and I’ve seen and listened to some of the greatest prog groups, Yes, ELP, Genesis, but these guys top the all. Amazing musicians!
Next, check out Dream Theater 'Illumination Theory', 'The Glass Prison', 'The Count of Tuscany' and John and Theresa solo spot from Live Scenes of a Memory.
Best reaction to this song I’ve seen! I came to your channel for the Rush reactions, but when I saw you do this one, I stayed. Mike Portnoy is the drummer…he’s so inspired by Neil Peart, he was called Mike Peart-noy when he was younger 😁. IMHO, the only drummer who could replace him. Thanks!
I see that you are a natural guitarist....please go out and get one or two........from your brother guitarist here in Canada.....your timing and intuition look good man :)
A Change Of Seasons is even better, Voices and Scarred also better, anything on train of thought or The album Scenes from a Memory (SFAM), Trial of Tears and Lines in the Sand, Learning to Live, The Glass Prison are all of the S-Tier songs
Welcome to DT world haha :) You will find quite a few big "epics" like this. (the count of tuscany, illumination theory, 6 degrees of inner turbulence) or mid-length great ones too (breaking all illusions, learning to live, a nightmare to remember ...) and so much more ! And don't hesitate to watch the live performances, they are even more impressive ! Enjoy ...
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One of the best songs ever composed or written in any genre. The pinnacle. Period.
If I disagreed with you then I'd be very wrong.
It's one of the best...but considering the same musicians wrote the other two in the running, it's really splitting hairs
Both Dogs and Pigs could contend for that title as well!
This is the song I say when people ask if I was on a deserted island and can only hear one song. It would definitely be this one. Tied with Change of Seasons.
Bro this reaction is one of the realest I've seen. Bro straight absorbed it all and when you really started rocking out during the instrumental parts I really felt that shit too man. That was me the first time I heard this.
He took the ride, and loved the journey not just the destination
i heard this song so many times but i still tearing up every time, this solo is probably one of the greatest simple but moving you to very core solos. It makes you truly feel beauty of every note, every intonation..Masterpiece!
IT takes balls to venture into this Dream Theater song. I congratulate you for your deternination.
thank you!
You can only get my respect if you listen to Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence and you’ll be my god if you listen to the symphony of the crown
It is honestly great to see someone like you react to a masterpiece and appreciate real fucking music. I honestly feel like Octavarium by Dream Theater may be one of their greatest songs ever written.
When a new Dream Theater fan is born, an angel gets their wings ♥
Best commentary ❤❤
Great comment! You love dream theater, then i love you
Like Yes Awaken, this is God's music!
This is THE most genuine reaction to a DT song. You're awesome
his timing's a bit off.
Octavarium is a masterpiece of songwriting, composing, technicality, and musicality all rolled into one. Loved watching your reaction to this, and look forward to more.
The first time I heard it ages ago I literally started crying. Both of joy and release. Octavarium is one of the most epic songs ever.
@@theuniversewithin2065i still cry when i get high and listen to this absolute masterpiece 😂😂
You jamming out to the keyboard solo is amazing
Watching you slide off the chair as the final note faded... I felt that too and chuckled a bit. I'm glad you appreciate the journey, and it's wonderful to watch someone get lost in it
Its great watching a new fan be born
Oh man what a way to get into Dream Theater...one of their best songs ever. I must've reacted similar to you first time I heard this one lol
Only seen one of your vids but you‘re already one of my favourite reactors my man. Absolute class 😂.
🙏🏿
Brother feels da soul. Love it. Good reaction. This band is so diverse its incredible. From the early years, so much beauty in thier compositions.
WOW !!! I've barely heard of Dream Theater. This was incredible! Thanks, Pope!
I was literally watching dream theater reactions the pther day wondering when someone would react to this song, but I had forgotten the name, i just remembered that it was 24 mins long, and there werent any lyrics until 5 mins in lmao
Dream theater are spirituel! The greatest songwriter and insrumentalists in modern musichistory!
You are great and funny and your soul and heart ist on the right Place! Wish you the best from Germany
I love that you can feel the emotion in the music and express it. Love it!!!
Love your energy! This is my favorite song
Best reaction video ever. Was right there with you
😁
A masterpiece! Great reaction, so legit! Try Count of Tuscany!
I agree
The greatest reaction I've ever seen 🤣🤣 of course for one of the greatest band I've ever heard.
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Loved this reaction !!! Power and Euphoria, Dream Theater nails it.
I feel deeply as you do sir. Have a wonderful life. I hope it's an awesome one. Live it up.
So glad you found them! You are on a wild ride through the Dream Theater rabbit hole. You never know what to expect when you hit the play button with them. It can be absolute beauty or power or a combination. My favorite band as a musician myself. Everyone in the band is the very top of their game. Enjoy and I will be along for the ride as well!
IMHO these guys are the best prog metal/rock (everything).. their virtuosity as instumentalists is beyond words.. I've seen them 7 times, met them backstage; simply amazing, beautiful and talented. Pope, you put tears in my eyes watching your reaction.. Kudos!!
this is the best reaction i’ve seen im subbing
17:35 you put to video what I felt like inside every single time i heard a Dream Theater song for the first time! 😂
All true artists appreciate art :)
This song is sublime in every way possible.
It will bring you home.
The count of Tuscany is also a great tune.
Step after step we try controlling our fate, when we finally start living it's become too late.
That was a fantastic reaction! I could feel the energy! Gotta do the Count of Tuscany
Octavarium is the "Close to the edge" of Dream Theater - just sayin' :)
Good analogy.
You understood the assignment! Dream Theater is always a deep dive into music, emotions and playing abilities most musicians only dream of reaching! Masters of their crafts and truly genius players
My guy was climaxing at the guitar solo part lmao
Are you good? 🤣
This is absolute masterpiece of music, i feel same on you ❤️😭
You felt it bro
That solo ..
Heaven
For someone likely trying to cut a jig in 5/8 timing for the first time, well done good sir.
Prepare yourself for over 3 decades of music by Dream Theater. I've been a fan since 1993 when Dream Theater got famous for their biggest radio hit called Pull Me Under. If you react to this song, make sure it's the long 8 minute studio version, not the chopped up MTV version.
I had it on cassette....(seasoned).....lol
@@briansanders6247 I still have A Change of Seasons on cassette.
4:27 This Keyboard is CRAZY
A new DT fan is born every day!
and, the whole album builds to that song.
Also a new sub evrey day :)
Six degrees of inner turbulence is a must
I Did see Dream Theater and Yes at Red Rocks a few years back. I`m picturing Pope at that concert.
Man I love your reaction. Can totally relate.
This song is so deep lyrically and musically. There are a bunch of references to their musical inspirations. There's even a shout out to Owen Wilson🤣.
Owen was at recording of Distance over Time says WOW on one of the tracks
Jack The Ripper Owens Wilson Phillips
@@bradleyboynton9986 That's way too COOL!!
its not a direct quote... its a word play, consisting of two references Ripper Owens + Wilson Philips being sang so close to each other, that you hear the two middle words combined togheter saying "Owen Wilson"... The whole part of references is built like that, and gives second meaning when combining the last and the first word of every new reference. Its a genius concept!
My first time listening to this was while playing clone hero and I was so hypnotized by the song that it felt like 5 minutes
Man, yeah, my first Dream Theater song was "On the Backs of Angels" through the in-game radio on Sleeping Dogs--I was absolutely blown away, especially for a video game. After that, I listened to Metropolis Part 1 and boy howdy that was an experience. From then, I've been obsessed. Dream Theater is a genuine gem amongst so many pieces of sand.
The journey Octavarium took you on is not the last one you'll experience with them. I promise you. Good luck, stay safe, and enjoy this art to your heart's content.
Im so glad you enjoyed it, and i kind of envy you to discover this amazing band. My first time listening to DT was when i studied music and we were supposed to bring music that we liked to the class and play some and explain why we liked it. A classmate of mine then played "Under a glassmoon" from the Album "Images and Words". I was totally blown away. DT also have alot more songs like this, long epic adventures. For example "A Change of Seasons" and "The Count of Tuscany". If hope to follow your journey through the amazing landscape of DT songs on the channel.
You earned a subscriber here for your Dream Theater reaction!!
respect for this choice from florence italy
With Dream Theatre and Porcupine tree you have opened up a whole new universe of slightly heavier prog ……much fun coming
Opeth when?
Count of Tuscany next!
I don't normally enjoy reaction vids without much verbalization of thoughts/feelings, but in this case it was acceptable. ;) Greatly looking forward to your journey down the DT rabbit hole. Much love, bud.
Got lucky and won a contest to go see them live w/ a VIP pass!!!
I'm ecstatic to finally have another chance to hear them live. Favorite band bars none.
Excellent choice for a first listen, glad you didn't find the start too slow as it is somewhat a common complaint 😅
Lucky you! You get to see Arch Echo open for them. They are some of the greatest performers and players out there right now. Enjoy the show, Jeff! I'll be seeing them in Houston.
I also won a VIP pass for a meet and greet with Dream Theater back in 2007 in Houston Texas. I also had front row and got to experience Dream Theater's performance of Dark Eternal Night. What a great memory.
@@alanalanis2257 A night not nare to remember! 😉😁
@@My_Name_Jeff-fa-fa Brilliant!!
@@alanalanis2257 Was that the year Redemption opened for them? Or maybe that was 2008. Redemption is highly underrated!!
Dream Theater is Rush, Genesis, Yes, Pink Floyd, Metallica and Iron Maiden all at the same time! now the best progressive rock band of these times!
I DO like that this HQ version has the flute at the end, but I honestly prefer the original studio recording. In the original, it ends with the start of The Root of All Evil.
Yo, dude
🤣 when you fell outta da chair
Good stuff ✌️💛😁
the perfect song
Mans just vibin. I love it!
Nice ! My first Dream Theater experience was Change Of Seasons, 20+ minutes long and still one of the best things I've ever heard.
Man you got to react to The Glass Prison next from the album Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence by Dream Theater. This song will melt your brains out of your ears. There are so many great songs to recommend by Dream Theater. Please react to more Dream Theater. I suggest all of Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence and Train of Thought albums. These albums will change your musical perspective.
Definitely agree...been a DT fan for many years. Saw them live in the mid-90s up close at a small venue in RI. Seeing John Myung slay his 12-string bass up close was amazing. They create so many different layers of sound in each song that each is a journey on its own that you want to take time and again.
Welcome to the Majesty that is Dream Theater my friend. They are masters of what they do. Octavarium was done live in 2006 in New York City and sounds just as good live. If you want more of their epic stuff check out Illumination Theory live at the Boston Opera House. It was part of their Breaking The Fourth Wall tour and it was awesome to watch.
my dude vibin HARD
WELCOME TO THE OCTAVARIUM!!!!!
Yes, we have a new fan here!!!!!!!! 😃
Lol!! You fell out of your chair!!🤣🤣
So glad to see someone who let's the music flow through their body like me, wonderful to see the song take you there, great song. To throw my suggestion in, there is a side project for some of the members of DT called Liquid Tension Experiment, I highly recommend checking out their first song of their first album Paradigm shift. It'll have you on the ceiling with all the energy it brings. Keep up the good work!
Listen to Count of Tuscany by Dream Theater...it will blow your mind !
Man .....I like the way you FEEL and interpret it. Wow.
Yeah Dream Theater alone is a JOURNEY.
A lot of great emotion and fascinating music there.
“Count Of Tuscany” or “A Change of Season” also a great trip !
Please do more Dream Theater 🙏.
They are the best.. IMHO :) just saw them last Tuesday in Seattle.. "A View From the Top of the World!" awesome..
@@arpeggioblues5924 Agree. They are the best. I am a big fan of Dream Theater since I knew them from the first time listening them in 1998.
Count of Tuscany is a masterpiece but the lyrics are like...questionnable lol at best. It's just Petrucci getting lost in vineyard beeing scared but it's just two nice dudes saying "hey chill bro we're cool". That's it XD it's a bit over the top compared to the subject but yes instrumentaly it's super sick
The end solo is so haunting
Pope head banging like never before.
You really have react to them live to really appreciate. This one in particular in Chile is by far the best. Huge long time fan....pure musicianship from top to bottom....WD4L
Hello
One and maybe the best reaction I've ever seen on a DT song, and I've seen maaaaaaaany reactions since those last 15 years
Perhaps, U can try in next ones reactions, "Illumination Theory", even if there are sooo many more to discover such as "A change of seasons" etc.
Tx and be sure I'll be back to watch more DT reactions U'll make on line !
Reguards and keep safe !
FdC
Fun reaction. You really go with the flow. ^^ Dream Theater is one of a special kind. Outstanding musicians. A big and great song too is Elysium by Stratovarius. Give it a try.
Welcome to the world of DT. You have a lot to catch up on.
Lmao great reaction
DT fan since 1992 here (for whatever that's worth in your mind) with a suggestion for your next song, Illumination Theory Live at the Boston Opera House. Or, if you want to explore their heavier side, Glass Prison is a perfect launching point. Cheers and keep up the great work!
You’ve done it! You’ve reacted to the GOATs of technicality! So much more to go from here, bud! Count of Tuscany, Panic Attack, A Change of Seasons, just to name a few.
But… if you’re daring enough, and willing to put in a video up to two hours, maybe you could react to Metropolis pt I next, then the entirety of Metropolis pt 2: Scenes from a Memory. Definitely do that if and when you like. It’s a lot to absorb in one sitting so if you choose to do so, be prepared for a hell of a story.
You need to react to something live. They are simply amazing. I’m 65 years old and I’ve seen and listened to some of the greatest prog groups, Yes, ELP, Genesis, but these guys top the all. Amazing musicians!
I took my stepdaughter to her first concert, Dream Theater, in San Francisco in 2019. She still wears the shirt from of it on the regular. 😊
Wait till you hear Metropolis Pt 2...the whole album...
Great reaction 👏🏼👏🏼 my favourite all time DT track it’s just incredible… have a look at Illumination Theory if you haven’t already 🎶👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Next, check out Dream Theater 'Illumination Theory', 'The Glass Prison', 'The Count of Tuscany' and John and Theresa solo spot from Live Scenes of a Memory.
looks like you found inner peace by the end xD
BEST.REACTION.EVER
Octavarium: The Greatest Music Video That Never Was
Man, looks like you liked it !
Best reaction to this song I’ve seen! I came to your channel for the Rush reactions, but when I saw you do this one, I stayed. Mike Portnoy is the drummer…he’s so inspired by Neil Peart, he was called Mike Peart-noy when he was younger 😁. IMHO, the only drummer who could replace him. Thanks!
Raise your hand if you're also trapped inside this Octavarium 🤚🏽
I am because I literally can’t stop listening to it. It is my favorite song and I’ve probably listened to it at least 10 times today.
You should watch the live version of this song.
A couple of nice journeys: the whole "Metropolis pt.2: Scenes from a memory" album by Dream Theater and "The Greatest Show on Earth" song by Nightwish
I see that you are a natural guitarist....please go out and get one or two........from your brother guitarist here in Canada.....your timing and intuition look good man :)
A VIEW FROM THE TOP OF THE WORLD !! this is their best 'epic' to date.. Released Oct 2021
Obra maestra del quinteto neoyorkino,
Músicos, artistas de nivel superlativo.
Dios los bendice
A Change Of Seasons is even better, Voices and Scarred also better, anything on train of thought or The album Scenes from a Memory (SFAM), Trial of Tears and Lines in the Sand, Learning to Live, The Glass Prison are all of the S-Tier songs
LOL! Fast way to get new subs. Very nice.
You made my day 😂👍
😁
Pull me under is a great tune by dream theatre also they have a Led Zeppelin medley that is incredible.
Welcome to DT world haha :)
You will find quite a few big "epics" like this. (the count of tuscany, illumination theory, 6 degrees of inner turbulence) or mid-length great ones too (breaking all illusions, learning to live, a nightmare to remember ...) and so much more !
And don't hesitate to watch the live performances, they are even more impressive ! Enjoy ...