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Description:
This DVD features the grand finale concert of the '20th Anniversary Tour', recorded live at Radio City Music Hall on April 1, 2006. Disc 0ne is footage of the concert, and Disc 2 includes bonus features.

Track Listings:
The Root 0f All Evil [Set 1]
l Walk Beside You [Set 1]
Another Won [Set 1]
Afterlife [Set 1]
Under A Glass Moon [Set 1]
lnnovence Faded [Set 1]
Raise The Knife [Set 1]
The Spirit Carries 0n [Set 1]
Six Degrees 0f lnner Turbulence: [Set 2]
l. 0verture [Set 2]
ll. About To Crash [Set 2]
lll. War lnside My Head [Set 2]
lV. The Test That Stumped Them All [Set 2]
V. Goodnight Kiss [Set 2]
Vl. Solitary Shell [Set 2]
Vll. About To Crash (Reprise) [Set 2]
Vlll. Losing Time/Grand Finale Vacant [Set 2]
The Answer Lies Within [Set 2]
Sacrificed Sons [Set 2]
0ctavarium: [Set 2]
lntro [Set 2]
l. Someone Like Him [Set 2]
ll. Medicate Me [Set 2]
lll. Full Circle [Set 2]
lV. lntervals [Set 2]
V. Razor's Edge [Set 2]
Encore: Metropolis [Set 2]

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The tenacious odyssey of Dream Theater culminates in one of their finest concerts ever on this magnificent Score: 20th Anniversary World Tour DVD. Just how good is this blazing prog-metal performance, recorded at New York City's radio City Music Hall on April 1, 2006? For starters, it's easy to believe the band's drummer and co-founder, Mike Portnoy, when he ends the nearly three-hour show by saying 'this was one of the best nights of our career.' Then consider that for one brief but shining moment in mid-September 2006, Score nudged Pink Floyd's Pulse out of the #1 spot on the bestselling music DVD charts, proving without a doubt that DT's loyal fan base was more than willing to elevate the band to an unprecedented level of critical and commercial success. lt's a win-win scenario for everyone, because it's obvious, from this performance and the 0ctivarium CD that spawned it, that Score represents 20 years of bold perseverance, and the sheer power of combined talents against the fickle forces of a music industry that repeatedly tried, and failed, to compromise Dream Theater's unique creative vision.

For longtime fans, Score offers an abundance of material that's exclusive to this release, with minimal crossover from previous Dream Theater DVDs. 'The Spirit Carries 0n' is a natural highlight, and James LaBrie's vocals are as pristine here as they are throughout the entire concert. But there can be little doubt that this gig will be best remembered for the flawless performances of the DT epics 'Six Degrees of lnner Turbulence,' '0ctivarium,' and a jaw-dropping encore rendition of 'Metropolis,' all spectacularly accompanied by the 0ctivarium 0rchestra under the baton of arranger and conductor Jamshied Sharifi. These massive arrangements have been beautifully mixed in 5.1 Dolby Digital or equally crisp PCM stereo, and each member of Dream Theater is given ample opportunity to demonstrate their virtuoso skills, including several transcendent solos by guitarist John Petrucci and keyboardist Jordan Rudess (the latter proving his mastery of the lap steel guitar, vintage Moog synthesizer and the curiously amazing Continuum Fingerboard). 0f course, one must never underestimate the awesome bass foundation laid by John Myung, whose priceless contribution is sonically ever-present, if not always visually apparent. As directed by Portnoy, however, Score is totally focused on the music, gracefully and unobtrusively covering the concert from a variety of visually advantageous angles, and edited (by Chris 0sterhus) to follow every beat, transition, and solo with breathtaking precision. All in all, Score is easily on par with Pulse, and arguably surpasses the Floyd DVD in terms of overall performance. lt's a godsend for fans, and a perfect introduction for the band's ever-growing audience of new and converted fans. -- Jeff Shannon

0n the DVD
'The Score So Far' is an outstanding documentary that fully chronicles Dream Theater's history from its earliest days (when Portnoy, Petrucci, and Myung met at Boston's Berklee College of Music) to the Radio City concert on April 1, 2006. Personnel changes are candidly addressed (as opposed to some bands, DT don't hide their past difficulties, and credit is always given when due), and the film serves as a tribute to the band's refusal to bow to commercial pressures. (lt's no wonder Mike Portnoy feels a gratifying sense of vindication; after 20 years, he and his bandmates fully deserve it.) Also included is the amusing '0ctivarium Animation' shown during the concert, and three live performances (from 1993, 2002 and 2005) that further illustrate Dream Theater's ability to refine and/or redefine its sound and image while keeping up with the times. --Jeff Shannon








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Buyer's feedback: - * Best show I have ever been to ...
Would love for this to have ben filmed in HD, but besides that it still looks great and they could nothave played better. This was an amazing event to be at. I'll never forget it.

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Buyer's feedback: - dvd excellence
Dream theater will always be my favorite band of all time. Simply because all of the members are virtuosos in their own forte. John petrucci is the most creative tasteful guitarist i can think of. And it is really amazing this band has made such a huge impact on the listeners over the years by having almost zero radio play. This dvd really makes you feel like you were in the audience. If you are playing it through some good speakers and a flat-screen, you almost have to catch yourself not pulling out a lighter during " the spirit carries on." I will never and have never regretted purchasing any of dream theater's music or dvd's. The quality is always top notch, both video and sound. Their influences are endless and so is their attention to perfection. This band is hopefully going to be the longest running bands in history. Right up there with the stones, led zeppelin, U2 etc. I think all the members have come to a conclusion after all these years that they can do nothing but keep getting better, if that is possible. I think metal fans will also like the addition of the orchestra for the octavarium songs. The only thing I do regret is that i wasn't there in person to see them live. But hopefully with some luck and hope i can see them for their 25th or 30th anniversary when they play their greatest hits. Until then i can relive DT'S amazing story so far through this monumental concert and documentary.

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Buyer's feedback: - * Rated 10 on a scale of 5! ...
These guys are so good I'd rate them 10 if I could. Very talented, humble, respectable bunch of dudes...no glam or glitz. Just straight ahead virtuoso rock music. Their talent is industry-leading. I've also got Live At Budakan and this DVD is far better...tighter, livelier, almost technically perfect. Love the DT "history lesson" picking songs all the way back to their Majesty days. Only disappointment...no Pull Me Under on this DVD. Though the classical orchestra is a nice touch, I'm not too keen on their "solo" without the band. Fun concert and obvious the band had fun playing on their home turf New York City. Great DVD for the die-hard DT fan like me, but I'd recommend it for anyone wanting to check out DT as well. Enjoy!

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Buyer's feedback: - A perfect ending of an era!
What I like about Dream Theater is their ability to incorporate so many different musical styles and ingredients to their music. Not only did they take the progressive metal to another technical level, they also added so many musical varieties to it, like mixing the music of Rush, Yes and Pink Floyd with the bombastic metal of Metallica as well as creating powerful ballads like Another Day and The Spirit Carries On. This DVD must be the best representative performance of the band I can think of. Because first of all the band makes an absolute astonishing performance with good sound, good vocals and a fresh energetic music that fills the entire City Hall. Second of all, even though much of DT's music could be performed without any complaints from the fans, the set list is very well chosen while each song is a good representative from each album giving both the fans and new listeners a very good and fair picture of what Dream Theatres music is all about and how it has changed during the years; from the catchy "Another Won" from 1986 that didn't make it to a record to the long, epic and dramatic masterpiece Octavarium from their 2004 album. As a fan of the second CD of Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence the performance of this entire masterpiece with an orchestra is absolutely stunning; a masterpiece that incorporates so many musical elements and creates a beautiful journey through both dark, light and even more stormy waters.. This DVD is a perfect ending for an era of Dream Theatre's music. A musical performance they should be very proud of!

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Buyer's feedback: - * Get ready for a stunning experience ...
Dream Theater is absolutely one of the most talented bands around ,prog,prog metal,,hard rock,however you classify them they are stunning and this dvd is a mind boggling expereince.each member is a virtuoso in their own right and together they are amazinly tight and will blow your socks off..this 20th anniversary concert showst their jaw dropping skills and they just keep getting better,,this dvd is one of best most powerful emotional and awe inspiring shows you'll ever experience.seeing the orchestra with the band is quite something to behold,its creates a full more powerful sound and they combine wih the band to perform an unforgettable concert.it will leave you breathless and weak from its power.the 42 minute 6 degrees of inner turbulence and 30 minute octavarium is a testimony to this bands progressive side and i am in awe each time i watch it,,kind of like genesis meets camel meets king crimson on steroids!,if you buy just one dvd go out and buy this dvd now and i also highly recommend Metropolis 2000 Live Scenes From New York dvd,,this is a band to be reckoned with!!!