Such a beautifully passionate song that is sad yet strong. Probably my favorite song by the band by this point, the lyricism and emotion in Alder’s voice play over simple yet evocative guitar lines that pull every heart string. While every song here is fantastic, I will admit the ending tracks are weaker, except for “We Only Say Goodbye” which is a Pop Prog masterpiece. Though most of the album is the simple Rock ensemble of instruments, layering and production effects ensure a depth to the sound that reveals more with each listen. Fates Warning certainly tread the softer side of the genre, but unlike Queensryche, the musicianship is very technical indeed, and simple choruses where the vocals can shine often give way to incredibly intricate verses and instrumental segments. There was an obvious emphasis on melody and catchiness when writing this one. The songwriting is quite similar to the prior Perfect Symmetry, but it’s a bit simpler in structure and with better production. Probably an odd way to praise a Prog Metal album by immediately comparing it to Pop music and focusing on the vocals, but whatever. The lyrics aren’t shallow by a longshot, but pretty clearly revolve around feelings of lost human connection, letting go, and moving on. The way he harmonizes with himself are flawless, and again making comparisons to Queensryche, the choruses on this thing are catchier than the vast majority of Pop music. Ray’s range is very impressive, he can hit incredibly high registers without getting pitchy or strained, and carry a passionate weight all the while. The music here is technical and complex Prog Metal, but the vocals are total AOR a la Queensryche. Thanks to Stooge, UMUR, Lynx33, diamondblack for the updates Buy FATES WARNING - PARALLELS musicīlows my mind that Ray Alder isn’t considered one of the canon greats of metal vocalists. Music Videos For "Eye To Eye" and "Point If View" Behind The Scenes Footage From The 1992 U. Live In New Haven, Connecticut (February 13, 1992) The 2010 Reissue also has a bonus dvd with the following tracklist: Live At The Hollywood Bowl In Hollywood, California On January 23, 1992ġ4. Reissued in 2010 with a bonus disc with the following tracklist: James LaBrie / additional vocals (track 2)
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