John Petrucci - Out Of The Blue (Official Audio)

TERMINAL VELOCITY ALBUM OUT NOW! - orcd.co/Termin...
Terminal Velocity marks the first solo album by John Petrucci to be released in 15 years, as well as, his first through The Orchard Music on his Sound Mind Music record label. The artwork was created by Sean M. Smith at Echo Designlab (Stone Sour, Hollywood Undead, In This Moment). Terminal Velocity was written and produced by John Petrucci, recorded by James ‘Jimmy T’ Meslin and mixed and mastered by Andy Sneap (Judas Priest, Killswitch Engage, Arch Enemy).
The album sees the return of bassist Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs, Flying Colors) who played on John’s debut solo album and subsequent G3 tours, as well as, an eagerly anticipated reunion with former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic, Winery Dogs, Sons Of Apollo). “It was awesome bringing Dave back to play bass on this album. He is just such a monster player who can handle anything you throw at him with tastefulness and unmatched musicality. His melodic approach to bass lines along with impeccable technique and groove for days really stands out on these tunes.”
Portnoy’s appearance on Terminal Velocity marks the first recording of the guitarist and his former bandmate in over a decade and the first since Portnoy left the band in 2010. “Having Mike play drums on this record was really special for me and he did an absolutely incredible job navigating the various styles and technical challenges my music presented in the way that only he can do. It was very cathartic for the both of us, I think, to be playing music together again after all these years and it really felt great! Mike’s spirited, intuitive and energetic playing truly helped to elevate these new songs to a level that I couldn’t be happier with.”
In the beginning of March 2020 while the COVID-19 global pandemic was unrelentingly reeking it’s havoc on the world and especially NY, John started working on the music that would make up Terminal Velocity at the DT Headquarters on Long Island with engineer Jimmy T at the helm. “All DT touring for the rest of the year was either being cancelled or postponed and even though I had already planned on starting the project this Spring, I suddenly found myself with many unanticipated months at home. Jimmy T and I would head into the DTHQ 5 days week for about 2 and a half months and, as I wrote and constructed the new tunes, he was right there capturing it all and turning it into a record. Initially, he programmed drums and we shared bass playing responsibilities just to get the ideas to a place where they sounded like completed and cohesive songs but we always anticipating that ‘work in progress’ drums and bass would eventually be replaced.”
The 9 songs on Terminal Velocity showcase John’s affinity for writing tightly-weaved guitar instrumental powerhouses that feature everything from monster riff breaks to passion-filled melodic themes worthy of film soundtracks, to all-out shred extravaganzas that leave the listener feeling like they just stepped off of a thrilling musical roller coaster ride. “Much like the songs on my first solo album, Suspended Animation, I wanted the new tunes to really showcase what I’m all about as a player and to give an up-to-date depiction of where I am musically and how I like to express myself on the instrument. It’s about capturing the attitude of the performances and of course as always, very much about capturing the tone that I’ve worked so hard over the years to develop and refine.”
Although a few of the songs that make up Terminal Velocity were actually written quite a long time ago and even played live but never properly recorded, over half the album’s content is new music that John created while in the studio during the quarantine. “I believe that making this record when I did really helped me to maintain a sense of stability and normalcy during such a crazy time in our history.” “It was encouraging for me and my family to embrace something so hopeful and positive as we faced a very uncertain future in the music industry and in the world and for that, I am truly grateful for having music be such a big part of my life.”
Track listing:
1.Terminal Velocity
2.The Oddfather
3.Happy Song
4.Gemini
5.Out Of The Blue
6.Glassy-Eyed Zombies
7.The Way Things Fall
8.Snake In My Boot
9.Temple Of Circadia

[@sethcollins893]

What a time to be Petrucci fan, a DT fan, a Portnoy fan, a Larue fan, a guitar fan, a music fan. 😭

[@Dm3qXY]

..and a COVID fan...

[@conjured_up_skeletons6178]

... a Mangini fan... ( _Madmen & Sinners_ with James LaBrie)

[@wongsakornwattanavekin7328]

Never regret to born in this Era. Petrucci’s related musicians are international treasure

[@ericjpdt]

Now is official: 90's Petrucci is back! 🙌🙌

[@ericjpdt]

@@LETSTALKENTERTAINMENT Petrucci in 90's have a very unique way of playing, that many fans missed trhough the last years. Although his technique has evolved, now he often uses a very preddictable aproach. This New work shows all his technique improvements with the uniqueness that he have left behind.

[@istillsuckatguitar]

@@LETSTALKENTERTAINMENT Exactly, Give me the new Kiko Loureiro or Paul Wardingham any day.

[@ezemusic8140]

A veces se usa la palabra "progreso" para justificar algo malo. Pienso que esta palabra sólo es buena cuando el "progreso" significa el acercamiento a un fin bueno, noble o elevado. En este caso el "progresar" hacia el shred no me parece algo bueno, noble o elevado en contraposición a "regresar" a cierto lirismo o pasajes que evocan sentimientos más profundos. Aunque parezca simplista, pienso que es mejor pensar en términos de "bueno" o "malo" que pensar en términos de "progresivo" o "regresivo".

[@gizemkayhan9245]

something wrong with petrucci unique sound at 90's. now i just hear always same sound from his axe fx

[@istillsuckatguitar]

@@ezemusic8140 Nadie dijo nada sobre el progreso hacia la "shred." Escuche al nuevo Kiko Loureiro o Paul Wardingham o Stephen Taranto si quiere escuchar cómo suena la música instrumental progresiva en 2020.

[@mahmoudalramly3517]

Melodic jazz blues 😍 the real art came from petrucci's hands 🥳

[@bielhenriquegtr]

My cover of this song ! ❤️🔥🤘🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/omSompKwbr2ZiK8

[@JiNKA]

It’s amazing how you can tell who’s playing just by a snare hit.

[@jimtownsend3910]

Yeah and crashing very 3 beats.... 1992 fills says hello

[@omairsh8]

I know right, I LOVE Marco Minnemann's playing on here.....

[@woodenhoe]

@@omairsh8*Derek Roddy

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

@@woodenhoe *Mike Portnoy

[@woodenhoe]

@@Rose.Of.Hizaki issa joke mkay

[@Quantumface]

This may be one of the greatest solos Petrucci has even written.

[@MorenoPalmisano]

Distance Over Time = (Terminal) Velocity

[@Eljaiek]

This reminds me of Steve Vai´s - Tender Surrender, especially in the begining.. Amazing Job !!!!! Greetings from Colombia !!!!!! Petrucci and Portnoy, not counting the fact that they know eachother sice 18 yrs old, But they merge so well in music, even if they changed a little bit their playing style through the years.... This are true Musicians!, people!

[@davidandronicomusic]

thought the same the second I heard it!

[@TheJakePoole]

I knew I was getting a Vai vibe from it, but couldn't quite put my finger on what song. Nailed it.

[@mrgreenpepper1097]

yeepppp

[@miyurusagarage372]

Similar to Tender Surrender by Jimi Hendrix than Steve Vai.

[@drumboarder1]

!!!!!!!!!

[@stevelee9298]

I like this. I've just been looking for Petrucci's slow, smooth song.

[@madanahoj123]

Maybe you can consider 'Wishful Thinking' as well ☺️

[@johndoe3338]

listen "eve" from petrucci

[@CharlyVera0]

Lost without you is a good song too

[@aldana2680]

State of grace

[@chaunguyenthiquynh9907]

Feels like "still got the blue" - Gary Moore or "tender surrender" - Steve Vai

[@nrtnaza2160]

U right 🖤

[@akavardanyan5328]

Feels like Petrucci :d

[@bielhenriquegtr]

My cover of this song ! ❤️🔥🤘🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/omSompKwbr2ZiK8

[@alpyre]

More like the portmanteau of the two... like "Still got the surrender" or "Tender got the blues".

[@soniabel1449]

Yes the beginning feels like "still got the blues for you" from Gary Moore.

[@brunogalarza4239]

Lost without you Pt. 2: Out of the blue

[@SujeetGT]

Agree

[@gr8guitarplayer]

Def has that same vibe. One his best.

[@ShredBaron85]

Zero Tolerance as a bluesy version.

[@lehoangkien6076]

I think this is the best piece in the whole album. Gemini is second.

[@supplydemand1319]

his guitar tone in this album is remarkable

[@mrmohanty5674]

On repeat. Petrucci shows the world he's not the fastest best but the slowest best as well. Such tasteful playing.

[@aninfinitemindofmusicandreams]

The kind of track you'd play while flying in your spaceship at light speed while infinite stars and planets pass you by, while you chill in the pilot's seat smoking the best interstellar weed Or that's how it feels like to me.

[@radzgaming3867]

Nah man I 100% feel that, hits deep doesn’t it

[@natemahony493]

Love the unexpected blues🤘Petrucci is the master

[@OthmaneTheSkills]

unexpected blues means jazzy blues to me :D

[@ToMmEsTeA]

Petrucci + Portnoy = Dream Theater. And this album Sounds and feels so Good. Thank you John for the great music, and thank you Mike for your Groove and drumstyle on this album.

[@RevellAndRepend]

This is probably my favorite side of Petrucci

[@KarlVeach]

His guitar tone is so perfect. No harsh overtones no brittleness at all. The drums and bass have great tone too. Listen to this song all the time! Good job. Thanks for the great music!

[@klomezanktv8841]

High Level of Jazz and Blues

[@antoniofarias1000]

Very very good!!

[@darrenjohnson6833]

Tastefully done, but so accurate and technical, with the melody to move the heart. Such an inspiration Petrucci is to me!

[@Μάνος-κ7γ]

John:"I love you,Steve" Steve:"Write a song for me"

[@curtisdew3292]

This song is a true masterpiece. Each of the musicians brings their best to this song without dominating the others. Exceptional composition and interplay between the parts.

[@emayfrit]

I'm so Glad Petrucci is back to solo album recording, I'll pick up the record for sure, every time!

[@SalvoVecchioGuitar]

probably my favorite track on this awesome album

[@robertjones9598]

This is my favourite Petrucci song, I keep coming back to it, it's definitely made me appreciate the blues again!

[@christophorhill2320]

Yep...the Petrucci fire is still burning brightly. 🙏 Always inspirational, sir!

[@opethforlife]

I feel the blues while under the blue sky, listening to the blues.

[@GeraltOfLibya]

A surprise to be sure, yet a welcome one

[@pynskhemborlyngdoh2316]

My favourite solo album this year 2020. This whole album gives me hope with all the uncertainty we all faced. Thank you for your amazing music. May God bless you and hope you continue with your beautiful career in making good music.

[@bielhenriquegtr]

My cover of this song ! ❤️🔥🤘🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/omSompKwbr2ZiK8

[@antoniofarias1000]

Seme line, but different.

[@kevinmarks13]

Got weird feeling listening to this track,too emotional,i feel sad for something i didnt know

[@brockbaldridge7620]

Man those chords are just tasty

[@arfatradite4147]

So emotional and historical... Just like when I first know You Guys "Dream Theater"

[@СергійХмель-и8к]

Probably this is the best music of 2020, this is masterpiece

[@documentalist-NL]

Honestly I can't decide between this track or Gemini as my favourite off the album. It is just soooooo good.

[@tonyrobertsguitar]

So far it's the 1st time I heard him playing off-the-cuff on this album...like he used to in the 90's. Awesome! Love it!!🔥🔥🔥

[@arksider666]

No doubt my favorite song on the new record. John, Dave and Mike should be a new power trio

[@ahmetyldrm6867]

Being outside shows you're near.

[@Thomas-ji6fj]

Don't ask me why, but I just started listening to Mr. Petrucci. Unbelievable stuff 👏 👌 🎉❤❤❤!!!! . WOW!! I can't wait to hear more.

[@daniloluizgrunge]

Well, this song was a surprise for me. I wish people start listening to music and appreciate it instead of comparing to other musics or artists. This music is perfect for resting during the evening. :-)

[@tatoelgabriel]

Gran cancion,con unos riffs de guitarra dignos de los Dioses.John eres un gra descubrimiento para mi y espero que nunca dejes de disfrutar de este don que Dios te dio .En este mundo tan ilusorio poder expresar el corazon haciendo lo que mejor sabes es un regalo para ti y los demas y permite disgrutar dr lo que es real,sentir.Gracias John. Gabriel

[@ulfandersson1732]

Best song so far. It has several guitar styles and it's very pleasant!

[@izzatezril5161]

thank you Mr John Petrucci for creating this kind of music love you so much, you’re always my number 1 guitarist

[@quentingastaldi9253]

Wow this is so good, I love the downscale at 4:08

[@ronlips6452]

Ya drumming there incredible

[@bryansahki3472]

This and Odd Father are my favourite track🔥🔥🔥

[@in2fx]

One of the greatest tracks ever :-)

[@carlosbello7950]

Just finished listening and just realized I was making out with my majesty the whole time! BRAVO John and Mike !!!!!!! One of my favourites for sure!!!!!

[@leoalagre]

Master piece of a genius

[@Sopasopaopsa]

This track blew me out of the blue.

[@rokuljec1822]

Hey who took my clothes off

[@jahizahmad]

Rokuljec 😂😂

[@JacobPetrossian]

I just spat all over the keyboard rofl

[@vinetinha]

i swear sometimes i come here to listen to this song and read this comment lol

[@pedrodan]

Hahaha made my day!

[@BenniTalent94]

OMG :D :D Best thing ever, i just came home from work, got a little stoned and then listened to this song on my stereo headphones and read this wonderful and absolutely funny comment :D :D Give that man a cookie! ...And then someone may bring me back my clothes please, thanks! :)

[@jacquelineSteinert]

Very very nice,i from Indonesian 🇲🇨👋

[@MasKNullards]

Great album! What happiness to listen to these melodies played by virtuosos ... Bravo !!!

[@mrcroco5121]

Thanks for showing everyone your versatility . He is so much more than what Dream Theater needs him to be ( which is a lot as well , yet he shows he has more ).

[@damiankacprzak6211]

Mr. Petrucci, This and "Temple of Circadia" are Masterpieces, my favourite tracks of your new solo album!! 🤘🤘

[@thomasengman7655]

Really loving and maestro heart 💖 of guitarplayin'. Thanx *John Petrucci*... 😇💙🎸🎶🎵🙏🏽💞🌟

[@sergiopadillamartin6246]

I think John has played Final Fantasy VII Remake a few times hearing this, which is wonderful.

[@kanashiman]

Petrucci, nunca deixe de tocar, por favor 🙏

[@josielsonsouza4741]

De preferência sempre com o Portnoy... rsrs

[@IliasFytrakis]

Thanks for the music Mr. Petrucci! People, whether you like the new album or not, you can't deny that his music and approach on guitar playing & live performance remains a heavy influence for many players out there. \m/

[@ferranleal]

The crescendo solo for this song is absolutely amazing... heebie-jeebies!

[@lorenzorighi1075]

Feels like John, while being the usual deadly shredding machine, has started to let his guitar sing the most heartfelt melodies and this is magnificent, and i somehow think that the best is still yet to come from this unbelievable guy... Thank you John ❤

[@fastracon]

Emotional & epic = perfect masterpiece

[@lantusinfluencer]

3:39 .... this is insanely gorgeous

[@nfsprince1]

It is so good to hear you after being a part of my growing up. Please stay and flourish. Thanks.

[@gunturginanjar3712]

i hear it for 100 times maybe and i still lobe this songss..such an awesome musical..hope next albums john still makes song like this..can't wait

[@jesseallsiq]

Man this is wonderful, Petrucci is the best.

[@LitesLAB]

This song makes my soul sing! Amazing fellas! Just the perfect groove, Amen!

[@pedrodan]

I can imaging Steve Vai listening to this and nodding ohh! Yeah 😎

[@strobe2005]

Back to the bluesy roots! This is so Great and very tender surrender!

[@VPlayMusic]

John Bluesy Petrucci!!

[@juanjodiaz72]

Una maravilla. Para dejarte ir y soñar. Un blues de petrucci que más nos queda por ver. UN LUJO

[@kikomiller30]

2:40 amazing!!!

[@gsdvadmin]

Отличная баллада!❤💥👍

[@AmnerHunter]

Could be dedicated to his wife, like lost without you

[@Moskal91]

the rena song 😂 doesent hide it there

[@snowinaz]

Reminds me of Zeppelins Since I’ve Been Loving You. I remember you’ve said Zeppelin was one of your first bands so honestly good job taking your original influences and mixing it beautifully with your own unique style. John Petrucci is my favorite guitarist \m/

[@ronniemilazzo6934]

I love that song.

[@sakibbinshahidaudhi5257]

Amazing! Complete eargasm.

[@ezioauditoredafirenze8352]

Blues is just so great music genre. It's so awesome to listen this.

[@saadnoor5677]

This is friggin heavenly. Respect, Sir!

[@MrBLoK94]

I think this is absolutely stunning piece played by a progmetal god(s). Beyond prog, duo Petrucci-Portonoy and piece, this is really awesome.

[@izzsevent9410]

This song should play at any bar jazz 😄😍

[@adenyongchristiansamadara2077]

Thanks Mr. JP..MP..DL this is Awesome

[@lucafranzosi9232]

I'm speechless. Totally unexpected. Just WOW! So much love from John, Dave and Mike.

[@Bub123]

The tone is soo good.

[@januarferdiansyah1001]

Beautiful!!

[@cristianmamprin6072]

Excelent!!!!! Saludos desde Argentina!!!!

[@rodloewen3858]

Playforever. SOOOOO GOOOOOD!!! SMOOTHANDCOOL. MORE THAN A FEELING. ABSOLUTE REALITY. TY.🤪🙃😁😄

[@brunoaraujo8068]

Masterpiece! Congrats man, good job. I'm crying 😢.

[@istillsuckatguitar]

LOL.

[@linkstink7710]

Amazing

[@okkybasuki3265]

Lovely,FunTastic,Awesome,trully amazing john!

[@kanondofficial8961]

This song has so much feeling that it makes me cry 🙌🙌🙌

[@gibranmagicking]

Real music ❤

[@kanebowlin5123]

The lead so technical..wasn't your normal everyday solo loved it

[@rasa1969]

John Petrucci & Mike Portnoy 💯🤘❤️

[@ParkKH1]

Reminds me of 'Lost Without You' from Suspended Animation(2005). So Great Vibe John!

[@denykristianto9651]

It's good the naturaly skil jazz and blues 👍👏

[@sattajitbarua2738]

Jhon petrucci you are a inspiration for every guitarist both professional and non professional. love you JP.....I'm from Bangladesh...

[@moealyasini2784]

2:20 !!!! Oh my god !

[@emirarc3775]

wooow thats awesome and i feel like bit forgotten pt2 breezes thats so nice track

[@rafaelvargascano9104]

Amazing song, amazing. Jazzy and blusy.

[@DavidAddis]

Wasn't sure what to expect, but that was... wonderful! Great work Mr Petrucci 👍

[@BigIsk52]

This song grabbed me the firs time I heard it. Fantastic!