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Symphony X is certainly an anomaly: an '80s-style fantasy metal band who came along in 1994 (after Nirvana and Pearl Jam's success had seriously rearranged the rock landscape) and ended up acquiring a loyal Gen-X following (especially in Europe). In the '90s and 2000s -- a time when other young headbanger bands have embraced alternative metal and been influenced by punk, rap, and/or industrial -- Symphony X has maintained an unapologetically old-school outlook. And that old-school perspective remains on The Odyssey, which is a 2002 release but recalls the classic fantasy metal of '80s favorites like Queensr˙che, Yngwie Malmsteen, Ronnie James Dio, and Iron Maiden. A few of the riffs might bring to mind Metallica, a band that emerged in the '80s but has had a strong influence on alterna-metal combos of the '90s and 2000s. (Those who assert that Metallica eventually ended up becoming as influential as Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, and Judas Priest aren't off base). But even if some of guitarist Michael Romeo's heavier riffs have a somewhat Metallica-ish punch, everything else about this ambitious CD underscores Symphony X's love of '80s fantasy metal. From the conceptual lyrics to the Euro-classical influence to the elaborate arrangements and melodies, The Odyssey is a 2002 release that wouldn't have been out of place in 1985. By early-2000s standards, this material sounds dated. But dated isn't necessarily a bad thing -- if you hold a particular era in high regard, dated can actually be a plus. And if you're the sort of die-hard fantasy metal enthusiast who still cannot get enough of Queensr˙che's Operation: Mindcrime, dated is certainly a plus on this album. That isn't to say that The Odyssey is in a class with Operation: Mindcrime; however, it is a respectable effort that will likely please those who have enjoyed Symphony X's previous releases. ~ Alex Henderson

Includes liner notes by Symphony X.

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Symphony X: Russell Allen (vocals); Michael Romeo (acoustic & electric guitars, programming); Mike Pinnell (piano, keyboards); Michael Lepond (bass); Jason Rullo (drums).

Symphony X: Russell Allen (vocals); Michael Romeo (acoustic & electric guitars, programming); Mike Pinnella (piano, keyboards); Michael Lepond (bass); Jason Rullo (drums).

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List Price $17.97 (You save $1.42)
Category Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Pop, Heavy Metal, Progressive
Label CMA
Orig Year 2002
All Time Product Rank 3,261
CD Universe Part number 5316285
Catalog number 230019
Discs 1
Release Date Nov 05, 2002
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Producer Michael Romeo
Engineer Michael Romeo
Personnel Michael Romeo - acoustic & electric guitars, programming
Russell Allen - vocals
Jason Rullo - drums
Michael Lepond - bass
Mike Pinnell - piano, keyboards
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3Incantations Of The Apprentice * See All 3 Symphony X INCANTATIONS OF THE APPRENTICE Lyrics4:22 $0.99
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4Accolade II * See All 4 Symphony X ACCOLADE TWO Lyrics7:53 $1.29
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5King Of Terrors * See All 3 Symphony X KING OF TERRORS Lyrics6:19 $0.99
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6Turning * See All 3 Symphony X TURNING Lyrics4:44 $0.99
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7Awakenings * See All 3 Symphony X AWAKENINGS Lyrics8:21 $1.29
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8Odyssey: Odysseus' Theme/Overture / The Eye / Circe (Daughter Of The Sun) / Sirens / Scylla And Charybdis / The Fate Of The Suitors / Champion Of Ithaca
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5 stars 3rd best Symphony X cd
I like the song "The Odyssey". The rest are really good too.
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5 stars EXCELLENT MUSIC
EXCITING AND AMAZING MUSIC.THAT'S WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR. THANKS
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5 stars Symphony X...Is The Best.....
Well written songs.....Very talented band.......
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4 stars Rockin
Bought this CD for 1 track and have fallen in love with the entire thing--great metal/prog.
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4 stars Progressive Classic Metal!!!
As a fan of all things progressive I am always searching for new stuff. This is my first cd purchase of the X! I am a die-hard Dream Theater fan, so I'm into the whole prog metal thing. This cd is much more in the 'classic metal' area than DT, it actually reminds me of some of Yngwie's older material. The playing of course is top notch, but I find myself missing a memorable hook or melody. This cd is all heavy, and that could be the problem. It all goes by in a blur of double bass and guitar solos. If you like the progressive sounds of Marillion/Genesis/Spock's Beard and the like, this may not be to your liking. If you prefer the heavier style of DT, or older Fates Warning you may find this cd highly enjoyable.
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