His fleet improvisations draw gasps of disbelief from budding players, as he cites guitarists as disparate as Charlie Christian, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Hall, and George Harrison while drawing on the mus...
John Petrucci's guitar work is, as always, exceptional. His intricate riffs, lightning-fast solos, and emotive playing are highlights of the album. "Pull Me Under," with its infectious chorus and mind-blowing lead guitar solo, remains the band’s highest-charting single to date, underscoring...
“Book of Lies,” the following track, is introduced by LaVette singing a cappella; as guitar and bass intermesh nicely, Bettye narrates an agonized tale of betrayed love; when she sings “Every broken promise/Broke my heart” the depth of feeling is undeniable. We’re midway through the ...