DREAM THEATER - In The Presence of Enemies Pt. 1 | WIFE's FIRST TIME COUPLE REACTION

Lex listens to about 46 seconds and reveals her true love for prog rock. Watch her reaction and reasoning behind her revelation.
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[@alanalanis2257]

If you want beautiful guitar solos with great song writing from Dream Theater please react to The Best of Times and The Count of Tuscany. These songs will make you cry. 😭😭🎸🎸

[@Moskal91]

A CHANGE OF SEASONS!

[@Moskal91]

@70'sDave34 yes 2000 scenes from NYC

[@alanalanis2257]

Now that you reacted to part one you have to react to part two next. IT'S EVEN MORE INTENSE!! 🎸🎸🔥🔥🎸🎸🤯🤯

[@Moskal91]

i prefer pt 1 but yes pt 2 is a smashing hit

[@joshritz7067]

Such an underappreciated album

[@Michael.h.a]

Es hora de hacer la parte 1 y 2 en vivo muchachos. espero con ansias esa reaccion. saludos desde chile.

[@attilahun8541]

For the next , “Dream Theater-Hollow Years live at Budokan .. “ i believe that she will love it! Wont regret trust me! 🤘🏽

[@andrewsitek190]

One of the best solos of all time

[@attilahun8541]

@@andrewsitek190 yess!!🤘🏽💥

[@EessaTube]

Definitely. Great song, but the recording at the Budokan is awesome.

[@johnpetrucci4329]

Please react Dream Theater Trial of Tears live on Boston

[@alanalanis2257]

Oh yes!! Please react to the live version of In The Presence of Enemies Part 2 next. But it has to be from The Chaos in Motion 2007 tour. I was actually at that Houston show with a VIP pass.

[@hansgruber2913]

To be consistent the studio version would be better

[@tantrus99]

Glad to watch your reaction... Dream Theater is definitely a game changer. I am a drummer, and this band forever changed my drumming style. I've played and recorded with a variety of bands, and it keeps me interested in life. 67 and still drumming and writing. Bands like Dream Theater continue to inspire me, while infusing me with new ideas along the path.

[@orphydianmusic9529]

This is one of those albums composed, mixed-up and exactly tailored for my ears. Portnoy-Petrucci drum-guitar duet is IMO the best in this album. There are solo times of Petruci when the actual focus is on the drums like the monstrous solo from Constant motion.

[@michaelpebbles6243]

In the Presence of Enemies is an adaptation of the first volume of the manhwa series “Priest”. Priest (Hangul: 프리스트) is a manhwa (Korean comic) series created by Hyung Min-woo. It fuses the Western genre with supernatural horror and dark fantasy themes and is notable for its unusual, angular art style. About Priest: The comic book has 16 volumes and tells the story of humanity’s battle against 12 fallen angels, led by an archangel called Temozarela. Despite having fought by God’s side in the battle against Lucifer, Temozarela and his allies realize that God had lost interest in them, turning His attention to humanity. They then decide to rebel against God in light of God’s favoritism towards the human race, descending upon Earth to ‘play God’ among the humans who build a temple and statues for them. For their rebellion and acts against humanity, God destroyed their temple and their statues were cast underground, with their souls being trapped within the statues. The story begins when preacher Ivan Isaacs (the hero) make a terrible mistake: unleashes Temozarela from a prison of hundreds of years. Ivan is then cast onto a cross after witnessing his only love Gena die in his arms. To end this eternal suffering, Ivan denounces God and sells half of his soul to a demon called Belial. By doing this, he gains a second chance of life and reborn as an immortal in the service of Belial, devoting himself for vengeance against Temozarela and his followers. The song starts similar to the comic book: a narrator telling his memories from the past… “I saw a white light shining there before me And walking to it, I waited for the end A final vision, promising salvation A resurrection for a fallen man” page 5 “Do you still wait for your God, and the symbol of your faith?” page 6 “I can free you from this Hell and misery You should never be ashamed, my son I can give you power beyond anything Trust me you will be the chosen one” page 7 page 7 is also related to the following lines: “I can lead you down the path and back to life All I ask is that you worship me I can help you seek revenge and save yourself Give you life for all eternity” let’s continue… “I was forgotten, a body scorned and broken My soul rejected tainted by his blood Beyond redemption, a sinner not worth saving Forever taken from the one I loved” page 8 “Servants of the fallen fight to pave the way For their savior’s calling, on this wicked day Through a veil of madness, with a vicious blade One man rises up standing in their way Redemption, redemption for humanity” This part I’d like to link with the events that happen on the next pages of the comic book. Ivan Isaacs is fighting an undead legion sent by Jarbilong, the eleventh fallen angel. Ivan, armed with a gun full of silver bullets, destroys the undead legion and has his first encounter with Jarbilong: page 10, 11 page 12 page 13 page 14 page 15 page 17 page 18 page 19 entering ITPOE pt. 2… “Welcome tired pilgrim, into the circle We have been waiting Everyone’s gathered for your arrival All the believers” page 20 “Angels fall all for you, heretic Demon heart, bleed for us” There are no direct references with this lines (they illustrate Ivan Isaacs’ burden told throughout the book). “I’ve been waiting for you, weary preacher man You have been expected, now we can begin Let this hallowed day of judgment reign I have known you father, and your sacred quest Blessed soldier fighting, you shall never rest I have known you but do you know me?” page 21 “Angels fall all for you, heretic Demon heart, bleed for us (My soul is yours Dark Master, I will fight for you)” Again, no direct references with volume #1… This last line is interesting though, it’s a piece of Ivan Isaacs’ oath made when he sold half of his soul to Belial. The oath continues: “Dark Master within, I will fight for you Dark Master of sin, now my soul is yours Dark Master my guide, I will die for you Dark Master inside” The lyrics seem to keep focus on Jarbilong, although the comic book will show him again only at page 113: “I cannot see his face But I could feel his spite A presence from the dead Abandoned by the light” page 113 “This shadow will consume him from within This power that I sense The rage behind those eyes Is just a shrouded ghost A spirit sealed inside The body and the soul both threats For they are one” page 148 page 149 Jarbilong is talking to Armandiel, one of the 12 fallen angels. Armandiel is probably the most powerful angel, he helped Temozarela in the battle against Belial centuries before Ivan Isaacs’ pilgrimage. The hiatus between page 21 and page 113 shows a situation where undead servants of Jarbilong are awaken inside a train. This train carried some caskets, Ivan, and federal marshals that had the boss of a criminal group called Lizzie. She becomes important because of her resemblance with Gena, Ivan’s lost love. A series of happenings take place, but an important moment occurs when the demon Belial takes control of Ivan’s actions (who fights the undead). Links with ITPOE? Check this out: “Don’t bother trying to find them They will be coming to you Fight, fight and destroy Until you can’t take anymore” page 35 “Stay, spill the blood of the rebels They are the children of hell Flesh of the undead Stopping at nothing to kill Sin, caught in a moment of weakness Committed the greatest of all” I couldn’t find direct references in volume #1… =/ “Sold half of my soul And now it’s too late for you” page 65 “I judge as my eyes see I judge and I am just For I speak of the beast That lives in all of us Unwelcome once, your time has come” page 111 The following is a reference to Psalm 23: “Lord, You are my god and my shepherd Nothing more shall I want Walk through the abyss into the shadow of death Fear, there is no evil to fear now For I know you are with me My cup overflows with my enemies blood I decay in the house of the lord forever, amen Death will follow me all the days of my life” Ivan Isaacs reads psalm 23 when he is about to save Lizzie for the 1st time. page 100 page 101 page 102, 103 page 106 “Servants of the fallen fight to pave the way For their savior’s calling on this wicked day Through a veil of madness, with a vicious blade One man rises up standing in their way” Narrative of some happenings. No direct references… “(It’s time for your reckoning)” page 86 (image missing) “My soul grows weaker He knows and he waits He watches over me Standing at the infernal gates In the hour of darkness The moment I feared has passed The moment I lost my faith Promising salvation My soul is my own now I do not fight for you, Dark Master” Ivan Isaacs is again tormented by Belial. A moment of revolt fills up Ivan’s feelings because Belial have had tormented him with what happened to Gena. This happens before Ivan Isaacs save Lizzie for the 2nd time and blow up the train. page 128 page 129 page 130 The song ends, but the manhwa continues for 15 more volumes telling Ivan Isaacs story and his pilgrimage seeking revenge from Temozarela. On the back of the book, it says the following: “In the frontier of the American West, a veil of evil threatens to engulf humanity. Servants of the fallen Archangel Temozarela are paving the way for their dark lord’s resurrection. One man stands in the way of the apocolypse, Ivan Issacs, a fallen priest who sold half his soul to the devil Belial for the power to fight evil. Armed with a wicked blade and silver bullets, Ivan will give the heretics a baptism of blood in his Pilgrimage for humanity’s redemption. “As you see, you judge. And your judgment is just.” “This is the slaughter of the damned” “In the presence of my enemies” “My cup overflows…with their blood. AMEN!” “Servants of the fallen fight to pave the way For their savior’s calling on this wicked day Through a veil of madness, with a vicious blade One man rises up standing in their way”

[@NicknLex]

Wow this was so interesting. We will definitely check this out further. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this and for your positive vibe. Sending you peace, Lex :)

[@michaelpebbles6243]

@@NicknLex Even if you don't do a reaction to it, you should watch it yourself. It's Live. It's Great! it's long... 26 min. It's also very captivating. You'll be glued to your seat. This is Part 2 of same song-same performance. Enjoy.. and welcome to the world of Dreams. Half the show with DT is watching them play just like the studio recording. amazing. You thought your husband was a DT freak... Not even,..lol

[@dhfenske]

Your audio quality is outstanding! Thank you!

[@geoffglenister5535]

I remember the day I got this album in the mail (I'd pre-ordered it so I think it came the day it was released maybe), I sat in a parking lot until this song was finished and was just in awe, like "they've done it again." I've been a DT fan for a long time, and this is one of my favorites.

[@rodneyhearne3405]

Thanks for doing Dream Theater. I have attended so many DT concerts over the last 20 years with my son and they stir my very soul. One of the most talented bands ever!

[@5M4N_PnPpulis]

Hey guys good to see you again

[@NicknLex]

Thanks for stopping by! Hope you enjoy the music! :)

[@Djcimofficial]

I got into DT around the end of the octavarium cycle but this was my first album I ever got from them. This is a special song and so glad I got to hear it Live during the scenes 20th anniversary tour.. Aweosme video!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@MrHisperia2001]

Another great experience by Dream Theatre ❤️☝️💫 thanks for the reaction guys ❤️☝️ you’re the best ☝️

[@gregorykenfield3134]

You've hit upon one of my favorite things about progressive music in general and Dream Theater in particular...I love it when I realize about halfway through a song that I have absolutely no idea how I arrived there, and I couldn't care less!

[@NicknLex]

EXACTLY!!!! It's such a great feeling! Thanks for joining us. :) - Lex

[@fooook92]

You definetely should react to pt2!

[@permanentwaves4621]

We went to the 25th anniversary tour of the "Scenes From A Memory" album, in Austin, Texas- University of Texas, Bass Hall. They threw this number in right before intermission, after which they played the entire Scenes From A Memory Album. The floor was shaking in Bass Hall. During intermission, about 1/2 the crowd went back out to the foyer. This was not a crowd of "general audience", it was a crowd of people that chose to be there for this. We are all stunned as we stood in line to go to the bathroom. All dudes, much like a RUSH audience. And we're like, in silence as we stood in line- "what do we do now??" We all went back into the auditorium and had our hair blown off and faces melted until 11:30. Even the event staff- I remember one lady who was staff with a UT Texas shirt ,specifically who forgot what her job was as she was stunned watching over the balcony rail. But it was okay. We were all enchanted, and moved. That night took us somewhere else, all of us. Brothers, sisters, security, police- old, young.... At the end of the night, we were walking back to our car. The busses were parked out side the back door of Bass. I walked to each one, not knowing which one my heroes were to ride in that night, I put my had print on each one. I touched every bus in the lineup. "Im going with you", I said. I didnt care what anybody thought who may have saw this. I dont live down there, this is my, "our" night. And it wasn't a big spectacle, it was more of private gesture. Then we went to In-And-Out-Burger, got food, went to the hotel, watched History Channel and fell asleep.

[@OTNCBC]

You guys have great chemistry, fantastic vids. Subbed!

[@NicknLex]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support; it's great to have you! :) - Lex

[@ctfrommn]

Welcome aboard what will truly end up being a magical journey. This is for sure one of their greats (you really need to do part 2 soon) but the door you opened with this masterpiece will lead you to a musical destination few, if any other bands can. This era (2005-2010) was probably their best for masterpiece alter masterpiece on basically every album. You truly can't go wrong with any DT song but essentially everything made during this era was special. I love love love seeing people hear them for the first time, especially songs of this magnitude. It brings renewed joy for me to hear it in this way. I look forward to seeing many many more DT reactions here.

[@NicknLex]

Thank you so much for taking the time and for the positive comment. We promise lots more DT and definitely Part 2 will be coming soon! - Lex :)

[@ctfrommn]

@@NicknLex This is my playlist of "mandatory Dream Theater" songs. open.spotify.com/playlist/5DcI2LdNz9R22ElLVwB450?si=LnVOUOR7Tty52DpuSE7fDw

[@sandyferati6625]

You have to listen to part 2!!

[@zulfikarge]

dream theater songs always works to anyone who can play any music instrument. no doubt

[@danno5662]

Dream Theater should be doing movie soundtracks.

[@tama7734]

Don’t no what’s coming? Welcome to the dream. A lot of music theory and classes involved y’all,

[@chingpaikonyak9753]

New subscriber of your channel from Northeast India and a very huge fan of Dream Theater.

[@peterichards3261]

I'm a new subscriber from the UK. Great reactions. It was interesting to me on one of your Rush videos that when talking about Lifeson solos Nick mentioned Allan Holdsworth and Lex mentioned Al DiMeola. Would be great to see a reaction to something from these two geniuses that you haven't heard

[@NicknLex]

Nick literally devoured these two since 1999 so it’ll be hard to find one he hasn’t heard unless it’s super recent. We saw DiMeola live and it was amazing!! He played the electric which totally unexpected - super cool. I can tell you for sure that from Holdsworth he’s definitely heard it ALL! But I’m still super green and love them both so you can expect lots of my reactions if you don’t mind. :) Thanks for your support and hope you keep enjoying, Lex.

[@MonsterSound]

"What time signature is this one?" Dream Theater: "YES" 😎👍🍁

[@alfidraaska1284]

One of the solo guitar from DT that make me feel rileks, good react btw, maybe both of you can react the six degrees of inner turbulence live from 20th anniversarry concert of DT

[@dirtpile]

Part 2 is even better!

[@NicknLex]

Coming soon! :) - Lex

[@aldinrazzuri8005]

live version plz😊

[@heberarevalo2865]

Please react to Illumination theory Live in Boston 👌🏼

[@hackandslash873]

Part 2 is soooooo much better

[@Liferevisited1]

Great choice. Really underrated track

[@johndavis9196]

Great choice! Pause as much as you want.. we’ve already heard the song dozens of times. Who is better is subjective but consider that DreamTheater could easily play any song in Metallicas’ catalog (actually did a live cover of Master of Puppets) and Metallica could never play this or any other DT song.I like Metallica, seen them several times but for me Dream Theater is musicianship at the highest level!

[@NicknLex]

Thanks so much for joining us and for taking the time to comment. Definitely agree with your statements - 100%! :) - Lex

[@dionysos6838]

lars would break his hands and legs trying to play this... portnoy changes between 4/4, 7/4 ,8/4, 12/8, 9/8, 11/8 beats ... and more.. you hardly can count all ;-D

[@Heatwave9000]

Let's not be silly. DT is clear of Metallica.

[@cleversonluizcorreiadesouz5959]

Man, I would love to see your reaction to the Octavarium, it's a masterpiece (as Nick probably already know).... Cheers from Brazil!

[@NicknLex]

We’ll definitely be doing Octavarium, that’s a promise! Thanks for watching! :) - Nick

[@cleversonluizcorreiadesouz5959]

​@@NicknLex I'm still waiting, guys!!! I'm missing your DT reactions!!!

[@nathaningram1449]

I would love to see you react to Transatlantic. Another band that will blow your mind. Keep up the good work.

[@aryasurya2332]

A new converter 😁. So next will be song from Black Clouds & Silver Linings album or from Mike Mangini era albums😁

[@michaelpebbles6243]

One more thing and I'll leave you alone. Tell Nick to find his own fashion trend. I already do the T-shirt w/ plaid flannel button shirt.. lol

[@ThePeel2007]

Another excellent reaction. You mention about the audio quality. I listen to a lot of reaction channels and sound quality from your channel is among the very best that I have heard.So whatever you are doing keep doing it! On a different note you seem to be shying away from watching live videos of the bands. Is this due to copyright? I feel you missing out as watching live performances imo elevates the music to another level.

[@NicknLex]

Thanks for your positive comment! Quality is important to us so we’re happy to give you all the best we can. Check out the new video we just uploaded this morning regarding our lack of live performances - they coming... we promise! :) - Lex

[@ThePeel2007]

@@NicknLex Hi I checked out the video and it makes perfect sense. I must admit I didn’t see it from that angle but if I was in your shoes I would feel the same way and want to hear the original recording first.

[@fostena]

Liquid Tension Experiment - Another Dimension or King Crimson - Indiscipline should be unpredictable enough

[@Sonnenradkrieger]

I think this is the best petrucci solo. Personally.

[@ricatnapit4023]

Next from dream theater illumination theory please

[@popollo22]

Should do the live of both parts. Part 2 is better.

[@Saiyukimot]

....but you haven't reacted to part 2 yet? THATS THE BETTER PART!

[@Pej88]

Es una de las intro más brutal que escuché en la vida.

[@WookieWarriorz]

do some more tool my guy check out rosetta stoned, the grudge, stinkfist, h, lateralus, the patient, reflection, schism etc etc

[@nedrini1387]

At the beginning sounds very Rush like

[@ricatnapit4023]

I think you and your wife must react edane "living dead" This is indonesian rock band,and i'm sure they will blow your mind

[@dennisstuart4320]

Queensryche-Operation: Mindcrime next, please?

[@Giovane38]

hear Southern empire e show for her! amazing progressive band!

[@reactions4u438]

no part 2??? 😭😭😭

[@NicknLex]

Patience my young Padawan :)

[@mikehoy2213]

Nick needs to sit back and let her hear it and find it on her own ... I know you know it and it's spectacular, she needs to experience it without guidance. Just my opinion ... rock on dudes

[@Bryan-T]

So, prog it is. Here's a few prog gems. Adagio - Next Profundis Seventh Wonder - The Great Escape Dominici - Genesis

[@NicknLex]

Thanks so much for your suggestions and always commenting! You’re awesome and we truly appreciate you, Bryan! :) - Lex

[@alanalanis2257]

Let's get to the nitty gritty stuff by a Dream Theater. Please react to The Glass Prison and This Dying Soul which are parts one and two of AA (alcoholics anonymous) saga. It has to do with Mike Portnoy's struggles with alcoholism.

[@khanzanaadzrakiren5171]

Octavarium dream theater

[@briandavis4916]

Lex is so beautiful. You definitely married way above your level young fella lol. 👍

[@nikelodeon6852]

Should've done both parts tbh. This is just half the song.

[@EessaTube]

If you feel brave, have a listen to the song Awaken by Yes [kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHW7lJaLZd2ahNE] or the piece of music by Yes called Close to the Edge.

[@GenghisClaus]

John Petruccesus

[@elBanananas]

When you react to In The Presence of Enemies, you should react to the whole masterpiece not just part 1

[@NicknLex]

Coming soon! :) - Lex

[@elBanananas]

@@NicknLex nice!

[@Shlepanets]

@@NicknLex calling from Dec 2021 :)

[@NicknLex]

@@Shlepanets OMG time flies!!! Thanks for the reminder!! :))))

[@alonglkr3216]

Like the others said! React to part 2 first! Or react to *Hollow years live at bodukon".... We are all waiting for the these two songs first... And layer in hour coming raactions, we would like you guys to react to some of their songs from their latest album "Distance over time".. Its more heavier.. More progier... More melodic.. Ahhh! Its totally dope.. Should definitely.. No! Its a must to react to all their songs from their "Distance over time album". I suggest you guys take off a week for Just Dream theater and react/listen to all their songs from Distance over time. One/two songs per day depending on the length of the songs😊. Will be eagerly waiting for the time toh react to whag i suggest! Like i said before i literally enjoy tour reactions..ive watched a ton of dream theater reactions... But yiu guys are the best! 👍

[@NicknLex]

Ahhh thanks so much for your positive comment! We promise much much more DT and it’s exciting because even though Nick is a DT fan, he hasn’t heard any Distance Over Time (obviously I haven’t either) so we will get into it - we promise!! Thanks again and love having you! :) - Lex

[@alonglkr3216]

@@NicknLex 😁🤘

[@ttaz5397]

Please correct the title. The song is ''In The Presence Of Enemies'' - not ''my enemies''.

[@NicknLex]

Done! I’m so sorry... usually I’m very careful. Thank you!

[@LongandWeirdName]

Comparing Metallica to this is like comparing a sandwich, maybe not gas station sandwich, but at most something you slapped together with what you had in the fridge, to a meal from one of Gordon Ramsey's restaurants.

[@LongandWeirdName]

Don't get me wrong, though. I have had some awesome sandwiches in my life and not everyone will appreciate a Wellington.

[@tama7734]

Go back and listen to a few of they’re cover tunes.

[@scorpiusbalthazar4327]

Dude kind of looks like Pedro Pascal.

[@NicknLex]

Hey I'll be Mando any day!!!

[@scorpiusbalthazar4327]

@@NicknLex so would most red blooded human!

[@jpake]

Is anyone else disturbed at how often the dude air plays parts, while creepily staring at his wife, in an attempt to show her that he's heard the upcoming part before? It's as if you're trying to convince her to like it, in combination with trying to convince her that you could play it. Relax. Let her soak it in.

[@NicknLex]

Feel free to check out our description. I love his air guitar and hope he never stops; it really helps me enjoy the music much more. Thanks for stopping by :) - Lex

[@jpake]

@@NicknLex Fair enough. Just blink twice, if you want someone to call for help.

[@orphydianmusic9529]

Home by them next, it's like Tool on steroids plus it has some kebab metal, keeping with my theme from earlier

[@julianortiz4151]

Systematic Chaos was the last DT album I thoroughly enjoyed. I have all their albums up to The Astonishing, which is one of the worst things I’ve ever heard. It was so bad I don’t really follow them any more. When their last album was released, I had zero interest. Cant bring myself to listen or even care. I was a huge DT fan in the 90s and 2000s but they broke me after Black Clouds and Silver Linings. Since Mike Portnoy left they’ve been very boring. Every successive album since has been more progressively disappointing.

[@rahatmahmud5435]

Bro, Breaking all illusion, Illumination theory, At wit's end these all are boring to you?

[@julianortiz4151]

@@rahatmahmud5435, and I’m flabbergasted anyone finds the material of the last 12 years any good at all. 90% of it is recycled and tired. You do you and don’t worry about people not liking what you do.

[@igornaimoli7321]

@@julianortiz4151 ADTOE is better than I&W and Breaking All Illusions is their best song (together with ACOS)

[@julianortiz4151]

@@igornaimoli7321 No. Absolutely not.

[@Heatwave9000]

You shouldn't compare them with Metallica. They're not a progressive metal band anymore and were never as experimental. They're just trying to please the mainstream audience. They are more interested in popularity than in creating true art.

[@thekhp]

A man like over reaction 🤮🤮🤮🤮not likes a woman reaction

[@nedrini1387]

Nobody even knows what your point is