Originally published in Gavin magazine 1962 · July 1993
Dream Theater
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Lineup: James LaBrie, vocals; John Myung, bass; John Petrucci, guitar; Kevin Moore, keyboards; Mike Portnoy. drums
Label: Atco/EastWest
Album: Images And Words
First single and video: ‘Pull Me Under’
Producer: David Prater
They say: “Studying at Berklee (School of Music in Boston) had everything and nothing to do with our sound. A majority of the band learned the same way by listening and playing. We know every Iron Maiden, Rush and Yes song ever recorded, and that’s how we learned to play. Our new vocalist, James LaBrie, really helped bring our sound together.” John Petrucci
About radio: “All the radio support we’ve gotten so far, and even the video support, was never anticipated. We never thought we’d get played because we don’t have a definable style. We don’t mind being labeled; we just don’t want to be part of a movement or scene.” John Petrucci
About recording with David Prater: “I think he made the whole thing viable because we’ve always had a problem getting good sounds on tape and a good mix.” John Myung
Touring: Began touring eight months ago and have been to Canada, Mexico and Japan. They will play with the Galactic Cowboys in the U.S. through July. That’ll be followed by a more extensive Canadian tour and they’ll head back to Japan in August. A “live” EP will be recorded in London and released throughout Europe and Asia.