The successful progressive metal band Dream Theater released their debut studio album When Dream and Day Unite in 1989. With Charlie Dominici on vocals they took their first step in becoming one of the best known artists in the progressive metal scene. It’s their shortest release to date, but one in which you can hear what later became the signature of the band. The band was inspired by the ’70s and ’80s prog rock, which you can hear in their shreddy riffs and jazzy signatures.

As a milestone in the evolution of progressive metal, When Dream and Day Unite is an album full of atmospheric keyboard sounds, epic vocals and some powerful riffs. Charlie Dominici’s voice can be compared to the voice of Geddy Lee. and it bears no surprise that the other DT musicians (guitarist John Petrucci, bassist John Myung, drummer Mike Portnoy and keyboardist Kevin Moore) were heavily influenced by Rush as well. Dream Theater is one of the most successful artists in the progressive metal scene.

When Dream and Day Unite is available on 180 gram vinyl, and includes an insert with song lyrics.