DREAM THEATER - Barstool Warrior (OFFICIAL ANIMATION VIDEO)

DREAM THEATER - Barstool Warrior (OFFICIAL ANIMATION VIDEO). Taken from the album "Distance Over Time", OUT NOW. Order now: Dream-Theater....
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[@Angry_bunny13]

Dream theater's music is a gift for humanity....

[@simonerattazzi2164]

Grande Carlotta!!!!!!

[@freedom-wo9zh]

Bravissimo👏👏👏...best comment read today

[@zackzettler4425]

Their music saved my life...

[@PravusClub]

is a gift from the sky

[@dianamarteaga5097]

Bravo 👏🏼

[@soniapandey7845]

4:20 that solo is like heaven ❤ ❤

[@damianobossi9215]

Yes it is also like the one in The Bigger Picture 🤣

[@tommi_marsetio]

Petrucci's heaven

[@FouadQar]

Because it's with the keys of Jordan

[@joshwietzke3845]

Top 3 petrucci solo ever. It’s insanely good.

[@benthelearner6104]

@@joshwietzke3845 Beautiful and not overly complicate :)

[@abhishekchaubey903]

Say what you want to but DT still write melodies that would be remembered for years. One of the greatest musicians of all times

[@msy8212]

Yep! In concert that was amazing!!!

[@lovelymoza4367]

Sahi kaha

[@radicalstanza3614]

Nah, their melodies, and especially choruses, of the past decade or two have all kinda flowed into each other. Just overproduced and saccharine in a really dull way. In one ear, out the other.

[@Marifet124]

@@radicalstanza3614 after portnoy era you mean

[@Sellular.]

@@Marifet124 oml, just drop it already.

[@peccatumDei]

I like all the songs on the Distance Over Time album, but this one has really grown on me.

[@franckrichard8077]

I can't believe it's already 25 years I have been listening to those guys. their music has always been so much support in my life, during my school years, my wedding, the loss of my father, the birt of my childs. I can't even count anymore the number of times I saw them on stage ... and the amount of money I have spent to have the same guitar gear as john ...

[@PhoenixQueen7]

Nice gratefulness! You are a real Dreamer. Keep The Dream Alive!!!

[@felipecosta2916]

It's like a wrote This Man ... when i entered my wedding the song was Spirit carries on and that's the same i Recorded to my brother and played in a Lot of gigs in honor of him. He passed away 2 y ago. And i intend played with my daughter too. Every time they come to Brazil i'm in and next week in rock in Rio , the metal day os waiting for us too 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 with God's blessing

[@rwt5713]

My favourite song on this record. This album is honestly faultless and in my opinion, it's DT best album in years. It's easily my most played album this year. I've listened to it an unhealthy amount of times since its release. For me it's my album pick of the year, with Shadow of Intent - Melancholy coming in at a close second.

[@justpassingthrough8547]

I didn't expect to find another Shadow of Intent fan here 😂 It's good to see that you've a broad taste in music. Both albums are phenomenal.

[@vewilli]

R W T - I think so too. My favourite song on this mindblowing album. Really great.

[@shivs7169]

You had me intrigued about this Shadow of Intent band so I went and checked them out. I just listened to the song Malediction. While I'm usually not a fan of this kind of metal, I gotta say I was blown away, almost quite literally because it was so intense! I'll definitely check the album out. Thanks for the reccomendation 😃

[@VulgrimOfficial]

My album of the year too

[@voidofshiva5508]

Shadow of Intent is shitty metal core . You cast me in delusion, sorry

[@Estheater]

One The Best Guitar sólo Petrucci Ever

[@santiagovillasenor7077]

What about Breaking all Illusions?

[@staystrongjoseph]

No one can beat best of times solo

[@lucasfsl]

The Best Of Times for me!

[@GoatMee]

@@lucasfsl Nah, ending solo of Lie. Best of Times is also great.

[@sukmadania5625]

god of guitars

[@badbeater666-y5w]

3:45 until 4:57 = This is not Dream Theater, this is a Real Theater !!! The best moment in the music i ever heard....

[@nbguitar]

What a fantastic solo, reminds me of ,,The Best of Times", Petrucci's melodic sense is amazing!

[@fnzmg]

Nicolaevici Bodgan, Exactly 👍🏼

[@CoolVIguy]

DUDE!!! I watched a guitar god cover that song tonight, and after reflecting on it I was like MAN this reminds me of Barstool Warrior!!! Cheers !!

[@zemirukaiba]

this is the life 2011

[@ernestolealislazamora5915]

The Bigger Picture*

[@Lee_Bolgil]

I cant explain how much I F*cking love DreamTheater...and John Petrucci is the best guitarist of any band ever and he inspired me to pick up the guitar and start playing.

[@sandrogigir4034]

Yes, the best guitaris is not fastest, melodic, or full of techniq, but Who inspires people😃

[@SumoRabbitOfDoom]

John Petrucci's so good, he almost inspired me to put down my guitar and stop playing! 😂

[@user-yk1pn3tc6i]

i second that!

[@JakeStaffin]

This is my favorite song on the album. "Promises made, crying in vain, all empty, never accepting the blame, and not letting go of the shame. A river of tears, as months turned to years, all wasted on someone not willing to change, now only a shadow remains." Every time I hear that line I tear up, it's so powerful. This song speaks of two people who faced hardships and did what they could to escape, but I feel like to can apply to almost any situation of recovery from hard times. Thank you, Dream Theater, for continuing to inspire.

[@timeddy5549]

Oh hell yeah. Totally understand

[@Jin.Yoon.]

I'm so blessed that my life goes with DT's music. I hope my children listen to them too.

[@CoolVIguy]

Mine do. I planted the seed..it grew

[@circumcizednun1814]

I plan to do the same.

[@muhammadmiftakhululum9591]

4:02 Myung and Rudess made the perfect combination then continued emotionally from Petrucci 👍

[@stinky_nut_blast]

The 2nd solo from 4.20 is one of his finest.

[@terrycornelius4]

If only he could perform it properly live....

[@muhammadhadzronmahdi7513]

The solo part made me cry man..thanks DT..

[@omarsabatini4776]

Petrucci's solo is so lovely! Goosebumps and tears... I really love this song

[@pierobonanni5409]

In a dark and lonely corner, of a time-worn dockside inn Sits a local barstool warrior, talking to his gin Tracing past decisions, he motions for a shot Is he doomed to be a man this world forgot? Just a prisoner of the monster on his back Call it bad luck, call it fate Call it stuck here the rest of my days Serves me right, what went wrong And where do I belong? In the glow of flashing lights, on the shoulder of the road Clutching at the bruises on her skin She tries to signal danger with anguish in her eyes Will he see the world of pain she's in? Or is it too late? Was it bad luck, was it fate Or a past that she couldn't escape? It's not right, something's wrong Just where do I belong? Promises made, crying in vain All empty, never accepting the blame And not letting go of the shame A river of tears, as months turned to years All wasted on someone not willing to change Now only a shadow remains No one can save you And there's no one to see It has been written You will become all you think, all you feel, all you dream Now I'm cutting the anchor away And I won't look back I'm starting a new life today Now I see where I belong

[@faroffgrace5490]

Those are... Not the lyrics. First line is "In a dark and lonely corner, of a time-worn dockside inn", and I'm pretty sure line 3 is "Tracing past decisions, he motions for a shot" rather than "treating". Then in the second verse, it's "Clutching at the bruises on her skin". But aside from that, it's right - nice job if it's a by-ear transcription. I got mine from the official lyrics in the special edition though.

[@josearalat]

I wish DT would hire a professional lyricists. These lyrics are infantile.

[@faroffgrace5490]

@@josearalat I mean, IMO these lyrics are great, so that's just personal preferences. Also fans hate the album that they had a professional lyricist work on, Falling Into Infinity, so I don't think people would like that change. I personally liked FiI but lots didn't, and many complained about that particular track.

[@EmperorPalpamemes]

janibonneil these lyrics are amazing what are you talking about

[@rikkuhatsune5550]

janibonneil There is not a single ounce of poetry in you. Mediocre.

[@llcruize]

Guitar solo at the front, absolute butter.......LOVE it.

[@giarlistiawan3283]

4:20 = Life is beautiful

[@thebasitinengineer1248]

From 4:21 onwards I get goosebumps every single time, you guys outdid yourselves with this one and At Wit's End, this song will become timeless

[@AntwanvdM]

I just want to keep repeating the solo. It's so freaking awesome. Favorite band of all time for me, that will never ever change.

[@markburke3040]

JP. His writing is unreal. Beautiful melody haunting lyrics.guy is the best

[@samuelmac877]

Thank you John Petrucci. You are amazing and very Inspirational. Perfection to the fullest

[@dewashishmanjoshi5926]

now I'm assured that Dream Theater can make anything and everything sound dramatic and epic

[@Nick-td5vh]

theres something about the tone in the solo that really takes it to another level, its not present in any of the covers of the solo ive seen. it actually feels like an alcoholic regretfully thinking about his life up to that point. petruccis just amazing

[@kennybenally7187]

Uhh! The tail end of the solo right into the next passage hits right in the feels at 4:56. Makes me want to fall to my knees it's so beautiful! Well done DT! Well done!

[@emjem99]

agree.

[@sukmadania5625]

agree right

[@OlehAndrievsky]

Very heart toching solo 4:19, my favorite from this album❤

[@sspark2686]

I always felt like dream theater was humanity in form of a band, it's really hard to explain, like... The band of humanity itself.

[@craiginith]

The more I listen to DT's music, the more i understand how genius these guys are. some of the best musicians alive today

[@BigElectricBull1981]

Best musicians AND writers!

[@PravusClub]

the more greatest band of all time!!!!!

[@jamesgoldman6942]

CARPE DIEM thee GREATEST band of all time!!

[@vladimirstanescu6616]

Along with Fates Warning. The last Arch/Matheos, "Winter Ethereal", is absolutely fabulous.

[@VandelayKavorka]

This song and entire album is an absolute masterpiece!.

[@tonypatrick3641]

easily the best dream theater song in years

[@danielvalladares3536]

Dramatic Turn of Events and Distance Over Time. This are the ones with Mangini.

[@boggo3848]

Er you forgot two albums :P

[@WillShawofficial]

@@boggo3848 ya there is also when dream and scenes unite and also falling into a train of turbulence i think the dark side of the moon also had mangeni for a couple songs too

[@STR82DVD]

One of the finest lead guitar riffs in rock. Period.

[@ElixirMr]

One of the best songs they've written in the past 10 years with Master Mike Mangini... The song breathes well within the nuances and the piano composition within the bridge is a wonderful touch. The mix is well balanced... Great DT Song! I love the way it feels, and the imagery presented in the video.

[@jansensteve06]

It sounds like classic Dream Theater. I love it.

[@loudrimshot]

Amazing song. DT had created their own sub-genre of the progressive ballad. Every album if theirs has a ballad and they are all.awesome.

[@albertovillalobos9076]

I'm going to see them live in Madrid in a few hours after a 5 hours bus trip and then another 5 hours bus trip early tomorrow so I can go to work in the afternoon. Completely worth it, I already watched them play the entire Images and Words in Milan in 2008 and another concert in Madrid along with Symphony X. Best effing band ever ❤️🤟🏻

[@JanneOksanenMusic]

The guitar solo is divinely beautiful. Simple yet so powerful and emotional. Glad to see it getting the love it deserves.

[@kesilame2590]

Dream Theater at its best, the amazing sound that John Petrucci makes.

[@pintarfacil8064]

That "teardrop" solo from Petrucci...amazing!

[@Rouven41]

I love the part at 5:15

[@snowinaz]

One of the best solos. Ever. That quiet part with the piano and guitar before it and the solo says more than any pop song or trap lyricist could ever say, without need for words. This song is truly awesome, I love it. Thanks Dream Theater

[@sontinos528]

the solo is so beautiful it kills me

[@solarwinds5114]

Absolutely my album of the year. The energy and passion is undeniable. Thank you Dream Theater for being so awesome and changing the lives of so many including me.

[@user-hd1rn3td8j]

Dream, drum. guitar.. whatever theater!)

[@fabianwinters7826]

Tbh I would have preferred S2N but Barstool warrior is cool too

[@ioandote5393]

dream theater is just perfect, you can feel the power, the emotion and nostalgia in the same time, when you listen to DT its like nothing in life is better than music with the moment you live

[@joebrooks3638]

This solo is one of the highlights of the album imo. Great album

[@nanningthomsen3886]

Music for eternity

[@ajgnexus]

I love John's guitar melodies in this song. they are gorgeous beyond belief. this song is easily my favorite off the album.

[@Kiko_C]

One of my fav songs on the latest album.

[@paulsullivan9603]

this song grew on me, I love how it builds out to the end in an epic way. Some of John's best solos and great lyrics as well.

[@zacharykim295]

I'll always remember hearing this on my first DT concert... Felt like I was in a real bar, just hanging out, having a good time. Truly special moment.

[@EpicDrumCovers07]

Still can't believe I saw them live for the 20th anniversary of Metropolis part 2... They played this whole album first then closed with MP2... Absolutely insane. my only regret is I wasn't closer. GREAT JOB GUYS. Saw them in Riverside at the Fox Theater. Great venue!

[@FirstLast-cd6vv]

"Now I'm cutting the anchor away, and I won't look back. I'm starting a new life today. Now I see where I belong".

[@stuartcorbett4902]

DT are and always will be top musicians.

[@Loicvers]

This album is a killer

[@user-hk7hz9cn7v]

Been a fan since 2003 and I’m still a fan. Forever and ever! 👏🏻

[@markburke3040]

Man I'm so impressed with J.P. he's A better song writer than a guitar player. And he is in my top 5 all time on his instrument. Litarelly played the best electric guitar solo. I have ever seen. And I've seen a lot of the greats live. Beck Howe Dimeola Stolt. Hackett Gilmour .May. Howldsorth you name it .J.P. BLOWS ME AWAY

[@DrummerMark20]

That solo is one of Petrucci's top 3 in my opinion.

[@kelpbeds]

That subtle bass line @ the 4:00 mark leading into the outro is magic!

[@philipeguitarrista]

Impossible not to cry with Jhon's melodic solos, very cool!! Nice song!

[@5150gtrman]

Easily the BEST DT album in recent years!!!! Love this album as much as Images or Awake!!!! JUST AMAZING front to back!!!! This track is a perfect example of the entire disk!!! I want to see this album played by DT from start to finish!!! Its THAT GOOD!!!!

[@hydraglide69]

This came on shuffle during my drive home tonight and I figured it would be a good night to post the song to my FB. Well I come to KZbin and find that this animation video was uploaded today. Perfect timing. One of my favorite tracks on the album.

[@fabriziomarconato5109]

Best song on the album! 👍👍👍👍

[@eaglemaster7]

5:57 "Now I'm cutting the anchor away, And I won't look back, I'm starting a new life today Now I see where I belong"

[@bryansonnet2454]

The engineer/producer for this album really knows his stuff!! You can distinctly hear all the instruments like they should be-very clear and defined! Dream Theater needs to stay the coarse, you found the best chemistry for recording...DON'T CHANGE IT!! With all the digital processing and compression used is so often a mess in the end. Less is more and this record is near perfect.

[@mikosoft]

Well, to break it for you, all the digital processing and compression is present in this recording as well.

[@opethvarium418]

this song is brilliant. thoughtful lyrics and great melodies! One of my favorite albums released this year

[@pjacquin7420]

amazing band ever

[@adinfinitum8367]

Love forever, Dream Theater!

[@iammr.mistake7652]

one of the most beautiful solo of john petrucci

[@ZanderShepard]

The solos are almost tear jerking for some reason Oh wait, that must be Guitar Jesus touching my heart

[@MarcosBarrera-tx9ht]

2:09 I love that part

[@petervargo1696]

Came here to mention how awesome the solo is on this song. Lots of people beat me to it. Great tune on a great album.

[@gersonweberrocknroll]

DT is the best!!!

[@youngwaveaudio9390]

I love you Dream Theater ;~;7

[@estudosdeapometria]

"You will become all you think, all you feel, all you dream". I believe!

[@andreastacchietti1890]

This song is like a jump to the past. Guitar is so fresh and sonority seem like 90's.

[@user-yk1pn3tc6i]

DreamTheater's definitely GOAT!

[@pzdipuing]

Dream theatre forever though they compose very long minute song i enjoy even more

[@lkosev]

BEAUTIFUL.... so beautiful song! Thank you!!!!

[@volstaggleba5865]

Best DT's song for more than 10 years. I am DT fans from my high school days, 20 years later here i am, being a father, still hearing Dream Theater, with or without Mike Portnoy, i always love DT, forever

[@killerkite333]

One of the best on the record!

[@nachomenares]

Love this song

[@coolbreeze972]

Been listening to DT for 30 yrs. Just found my favorite song........again

[@enthos38]

Favorite from the album.

[@nemo89740]

This song has a LTE vibe, so lively and poweful!

[@azrocker06]

I love this CD, bringing the songs back to under 10 minutes was a well welcome, they are my favorite band I do enjoy the longer songs but this brings me back to the Images and Awake CDs.

[@elymamasig]

For those who rant about the music video, this is not a music video. This is only an official animation they are using in their latest tour. And DT doesn't even like to make music videos. All of their MVs are just for formality.

[@diwakarrai2736]

The solo gave me chills .....

[@vitavomloehberg]

My favourite track on this album. ❤️✌🏻

[@artolindholm6615]

This song IS big - really BIG. One of the Best from DT. Maybe the best.

[@jeversilveira8904]

Promises made, crying in vain All empty, never accepting the blame And not letting go of the shame A river of tears, as months turned to years All wasted on someone not willing to change Now only a shadow remains

[@BreakingAllIllusions]

I don't really know what to add here as most fans have already beautifully articulated my thoughts not just about this track, but the album on a whole. I received the Deluxe Box Set just a day after it's release (February 23rd). I have played the Blu-ray at least a dozen times as I play Vinyl more often. I simply love the animation of each and every track as it epitomizes the visual experience as much as listening. My favorite animation off this album is "At Wit's End" and the most SPOOKY experience I had, was with "Room 147". Reminds me of 'The Grudge' woman with long ass hair (goosebumps). Dream Theater are my favorite band since 1999 when I first heard them. 'Distance Over Time' is by far one of the BEST releases in their discography in a long time. My favorite track off this album is "S2N", I totally dig that tune as well as the Bonus BANGER called "Viper King" (great animation too). Totally kicks ass! \m/ \m/ P.S.: For those who bought the Deluxe Version, did you guys notice artwork from Octavarium (The Answer Lies Within) in the animation of "Untethered Angel"?

[@joelzacky]

Like an extended song from A Bigger Picture the moment I see a house light illuminating the light through the haze

[@GalleryBones]

THIS SOLO PETRUCCI I LOVE YOU YOU'RE THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME

[@albertovillalobos9076]

More than one year later and Barstool Warrior is still the best ballad made in the last year along with Wait from Pain of Salvation. Very different styles yet two absolutely and emotional songs with excellent musicianship from start to finish.

[@deryinconstant2]

this song reminds me to the count of tuscany a lot. love this song

[@SDH2023]

Perfection