John Petrucci - The Way Things Fall (Official Audio)

TERMINAL VELOCITY ALBUM OUT NOW! - orcd.co/TerminalVelocity
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

[@CCKaraoke]

And suddenly everything feels right in the world again.

[@Valarien777]

Yes indeed!

[@MH-hs7ie]

Portnoy+Petrucci = Perfection

[@lucafranzosi9232]

Portnoy+Petrucci = Portrucci = Pertnoy

[@MH-hs7ie]

@@lucafranzosi9232 I misspelled 😅

[@lucafranzosi9232]

@@MH-hs7ie 🙂

[@yuda160493]

Can we call this collab as "Pet Port"?

[@lucafranzosi9232]

@@yuda160493 Only if Mister Pet Port Is called Dave. Mr. Dave Pet Port, at your service.

[@bbora_sixstring]

Ah, every song in this album is full of optimism.

[@histamincereja]

besides the welcome optimism, Petrucci captured the soul of music for video games very well, this album is very beautiful ...

[@timothypruitt1977]

Couldnt agree more!!!!!!

[@alex1am]

I totally agree, man. He nailed it. Nowadays we need optimism a lot.

[@lantusinfluencer]

Agree... Instant fall in love with this album ♥

[@jthrash9081]

1:30 "I'm working my way back to you baaabe"

[@budiasd8209]

Portnoy isn't just music partner, he's Big Brother of him.. I dream they'd do something like LTE 3

[@thedefienthusiast]

It's going to happen. Rudess confirmed it. :)

[@thedefienthusiast]

@Ethernaut Not sure though how the scheduling would go as I have heard DT are also going back into the studio in the summers to record a new album which comes out in 2021. But yes LTE III is the real deal.

[@jbmw16]

But if they do lte3 they better do it right and meet up in person to work out everything of each other, this album was done without jamming in person and it shows

[@pramesh.gurung]

MLGpachino MLGpachino a bit agreed. Maybe a bit OK mixing maybe. Just listening to kiko's album which is way better mixed sounds a bit better.

[@petrucci973]

They heard you so it’s confirmed man 🤘🏻 I’m sure you already know it

[@DoomedMasterLostSoul]

Dear John Petrucci. I can tell if it`s your song after 1:15. your solos are beyond anything I`ve ever listened to... they make me enter a new world, they enable me to fly and swim in the oceans of thought! please don`t stop! your songs are my drug! I`m 25 now I picked up the guitar 5 years ago because of your song "stream of consciousness" and have been listening to you talking through your guitar for 10 years! Thank You. a random guy from Far far Away...

[@asamhi7774]

I had heard Dream Theater in 2001 ...was a college going guy back then...till today I am fascinated by Mike John JM . It's early morning and I am listening to soothe my mind. I am also from far far away as you. Keep playing . I have done his cover and working still . Good luck brother

[@DoomedMasterLostSoul]

@@asamhi7774 Glad there are drifters just like me out there ! luck to you !

[@becakroda2]

awesome thoughts bro!!

[@stoofbuis]

right said,.....the only other guitarplayer who touches my soul,is the late Shawn Lane.

[@itachiuchiha9736]

Perfeccion total yo tengo 32 y a los 14 años escuche fatal tragedy y no e parado de viajar cuando escucho sus discos ahora mejor que estan los 3 favoritos en este disco no puefo pedir nada mas hoy e llegado a sacar muchos de sus punteos pero no completos esque son una complejidad que aun no logro completar.espero dios me de vida para poder llegar a igualar la peefeccion de john.

[@thedefienthusiast]

What a fantastic record. The chemistry between you, Mike Portnoy, and Dave La Rue is magical. Love it JP! Thank you!

[@LucianoCallero]

Definitely true. Listen to them together clear things about the MP vs. MM debate. What DT fans miss is the natural way Portnoy matches JP stuff.

[@thedefienthusiast]

@@LucianoCallero I agree cause us old school DT fans know the sound and know well that when Portnoy and Petrucci play together, they bring out the best in each other. I think the last DT album was fantastic but yes as long as I get to hear JP and MP play together in any setting it will always feel like home. The debate is absolutely ridiculous. Musical chemistry trumps everything else. Looking forward to more music from them, specially LTE III

[@D_sull93]

@@thedefienthusiast I agree and this album feels like that old dt stuff with them together. I instantly smiled when i hear the tracks because it makes me happy to hear some of my fav players back together again.

[@thedefienthusiast]

@@D_sull93 I absolutely agree. This feels like Home. And I have been constantly replaying the tracks, something that I haven't done with a lot of Post 2009 material. This is wonderful. More Portnoy and Petrucci goodness needs to happen.

[@MH-hs7ie]

I was crying during whole play.. Too much joy and organic!

[@mystictr1265]

Man JP can own a melody!!! Portnoy please more of this, outstanding drumming and musicianship.

[@healyf52]

Loving this optimistic sound, getting a little choked up... Man, the solo is crunchy, clean, articulate, badassedness in the midst of wonder. I'm blown away by Mike's drumming! Dave's playing is stellar. Can't wait to buy this.

[@jpmbfr5901]

Can't agree more about that solo...

[@robo-]

i never understood this... why would you buy it if you're listening to the whole thing for free on youtube?

[@rodrigotorreblanca2141]

@@robo- maybe you are too young for undesrstand why i need to have it

[@switchlaserflip9243]

​@@robo- It really just depends on how much money you have man.

[@hashandilanka2059]

John Petrucci is Best Guitarist 🤘🖤🎸

[@nirmalkoirala9660]

Greeting from Nepal 🇳🇵🤘🤘🤘

[@morpety]

John Petrucci always finds the melody no matter however complex it gets.

[@jagroes3347]

And Joe Satriani too.

[@morpety]

@@jagroes3347 Very true Jag.

[@MindlessShredder]

After listening this album. I knew it. I need to practice more and more. Sick album!! 🔥🔥

[@jakedevries1455]

Every time I listen to John I realize I need to practice more 😊

[@ThePanterafreak]

Mike's drum sound is always fantastic!!

[@markopuranen5910]

This I can certainly agree with.

[@stoofbuis]

yeah. mangini is agreat drummer too, but portnoy plus petrucci is magic !

[@David-jx6lb]

Drumming? Just Mike Portnoy's thing.

[@OliverPereira82]

Yeap, master portnoy arrived

[@AndyWahyudic]

yes, he is.

[@BCapelas]

And they say MP is overrated.

[@Lance37a]

Professional drummer.

[@wanderson6588]

@@Lance37a must diferent of Mangine. Very more atack and attitudies.

[@JBAubry]

Rush "inspired" anyone? Loving it!

[@sentiyatetjamir6710]

I feel it.

[@kalbarry10]

Yup, obviously

[@lordzil]

yes, totally 'rush'thetic

[@JBAubry]

@Javier Villalobos for the first 30 sec I hear Red Barchetta with Portnoy rolling the toms like Neil Peart.

[@granivorelibre8836]

Wich song ?

[@Ricky-Biancho]

This is the sound I fell in love with 15 years ago when I first discovered DT...John, you are the man! You and Portnoy were born to make music together, it works so well. I love it.

[@natemahony493]

Mind blown from this album🤘🤘🤘

[@vinniciusrosa8284]

Mangini and Portnoy. I like them both! We are very happy to be able to hear those monster playing with John Petrucci. The life continues and Dream Theater too. I really like what John Petrucci can do. Thank you, John!

[@DanielVerberne]

4:33 - A slight jazz taste here

[@levraibougadrou9948]

Santana :D

[@soundzofnoize8603]

Beautiful Italian sounding Melodies PaisanO!

[@TheNoblePotatoKing]

this song feels like someone who going for a long journey

[@robd3529]

It’s as though JP and MP haven’t skipped a beat playing together, despite 10 years apart the musical chemistry is still as good as ever

[@deceiver444]

That unmistakable Portnoy's power drive behind the kit.

[@mohammadriskyyanda846]

2:49 i can feel it so sad😭

[@fahmiarwan1302]

Sama

[@NdhankStinkyOfficial]

Nadanya kaya nada indonesia yah fam, familiar banget hahay

[@ladymaria9529]

@@NdhankStinkyOfficial ini versi expertnya melodi di lagu ST12 🤣

[@NdhankStinkyOfficial]

@@ladymaria9529 hahahaha bisa aja ente 😁

[@countrysamurai]

John’s music is gold and the chemistry with Mike and Dave is magical! Incredible!

[@davidribeiro998]

my heart is glad to know that we have john petrucci with these fantastic compositions that fill our lives and dreams, there are no limits for john and his guitar, we love you john

[@hendrapablo9802]

Everyday listend this song.. wooow.. make me happy with john and mike.... thanks john.. amazing album.. goodjob..

[@sethcollins893]

5:48 6:05 has got that Dave Larue & Steve Morse vibe! And what a display of talent by all three musicians on this track. Oooof

[@thegolfingmusician6345]

Refreshing to hear what can be accomplished with just guitar, bass, and drums. Great job JP!

[@jennygrindcorpse4779]

LTE 3 is the best way to heal old DT fans......

[@Queenfbrj1]

Reminds me The best of times...the beginning,

[@danteyoutu]

Playing again with Portnoy??!!! I think I’m gonna cry..

[@nicholastotoro7721]

Ahhhh... so that’s what drums sound like.

[@donwahlang7839]

Got that Wishful Thinking continuation vibe... 🔥🎶🎶🔥

[@surajparajuli5375]

Exactly

[@gunjansingh686]

Oh wishful thinking has so much emotion..

[@gr8guitarplayer]

Keep in mind, this is music written and performed by a guy who is OVER 50! I have yet to hear even the slightest evidence that age is starting to slow him down.

[@ktnation15]

The drums sounds wide, amazing.

[@SunburnedNomad]

John your tone is Unparalleled. Crunch riffs or solo, everything is so incredibly clean and clear. I'm in awe. Would love to hear what you used in the studio to achieve this.

[@t3hgir]

In two words, Mesa Boogie

[@jacqueadi2552]

Petrucci is magic it's self. Your finger heal me. Thank you, John. Thank you very much.

[@abraaonascimento1311]

Mike portnoy sensacional... porra!

[@feeldablues7235]

From the song called "another day" and "spirit carries on" am started playing guitar back in 6 years ago...thank dream theatre and John Petrucci

[@MaryamLove1737]

This song gives me wings 😇

[@gtrpimp76]

At 4:20 into this song, this was an instrumental during the ‘94-‘95 Awake tour In between “Lifting Shadows Off a Dream” and “A Crack in the Mirror/The Mirror.”

[@JPetr94]

Exactly, love it!

[@wkzh]

yeess i thought same, the jazzy fusion petrucci 90's is back! 😭

[@rataplamtdb]

nunca nos decepcionas querido john!

[@crishnasapkota]

The solo of Petrucci's and the riff of dream theatre. Blown away!!!

[@matthewrobinson405]

The intro building up to that riff perfection release at 0:30 is amazing. I seriously can’t get enough of this.

[@aminbenkhaled5895]

Thank you John Petrucci !

[@jeffreymusser8450]

Anyone else getting the feeling that Portnoy was getting tired of trying to create the most complex music and just wants to jam?

[@Marifet124]

Well.. it applies to petrucci too i guess

[@Marifet124]

They didnt focus on storytelling and song structure this time.. all out shredding and technicall showoff , acrobacy stuff.

[@syafiqmohamed]

Felt that too.

[@billboquet3314]

killer song so fukin happy to hear Portnoy drumming

[@Torzilla]

To kill COVID, The world need Liquid Tension Experiment Episode 3!

[@mr198221]

I think Rudess announced it will happen.

[@davidzoliana]

We really need LTE 3🤘🤘

[@leandrosamana9860]

I agree

[@mgdrum_27]

Yesssss

[@pedroemanuelroldan5777]

Totally!!

[@cristobalguzman408]

No hay otro mejor complemento para John Petrucci que Mike Portnoy. Nacieron para hacer música juntos. Maestros de maestros.

[@juancarlosbernalarango3638]

No podría estar más de acuerdo... esta canción....por lejos me llega más al alma que todo lo hecho con mangini.....

[@UltimateTechHub]

Drums are amazing! Thanks Portnoy!!! John is incredible as usual!

[@salvador30100]

Bravo à vous messieurs content de revoir mr Portnoy avec vous

[@indoverse7211]

My rating for this album is 100 out of 100. JP = THE MASTER N THE BEST.

[@stoofbuis]

this is among the best i heared from john, he has written his soul in this record,.........waaw ....

[@Ahtnagarp]

I really want JP to play fusion style again like he did in Liquid Tension and then 4:36 happens... Thank You Sir John Petrucci..

[@s3k1m]

Amazing lyricist John Myung!

[@andrewthiyam8602]

I wondered how John could have less than 50K subs on KZbin but then I came to realize he's been on KZbin for only 2 months now. Let's get him to 1 mil and more views guys.

[@j.juarez9526]

This is probably the best song I've heard from the Petrucci/Portnoy combo in years. There is love here.

[@laodemuhammadsidik]

Good Petrucci😍😎👍🤘🔥

[@ardiazlu]

I Can`t stop listening

[@fryderyk2462]

The Petrucci+Portnoy tandem is unbeatable...music at his highest limits

[@olivernestoroski1670]

Maestro Petrucci show his strognary skills

[@stringfinity]

It required the presence of my girlfriend to finally make the penny drop what this reminds me of. "Is this the Beverly Hills 90210 Theme?" 😆 LOVE the album start to finish!!!!! Energetic, creative, just good music from my heroes!

[@karlkanner3467]

Barstool Warrior guitar interludes are also very reminiscent of the 90210 theme, haha

[@BadgerNCarolina]

Sure it was your girlfriend - spill it bro, Team Brandon or Team Dylan?

[@Tothemoney]

I came specifically to write that!!! Lol funny i found your comment. Btw lov the album

[@stringfinity]

@@BadgerNCarolina I would admit it unashamedly, but BH90210 went completely past me. If at all I was more of a Parker Lewis kid 🤣

[@BadgerNCarolina]

@@stringfinity lol nice. I like parker lewis too, partially because i loved billy jacoby from Just one of the guys ;)

[@natepark2973]

This song makes me think of how high the emotions were in Dream Theater before Portnoy left. It's the way it fell. People fall apart but that shouldn't keep them from coming back together to make something beautiful. Thank you, John.

[@conanus]

This is a perfect melodic guitar theme

[@zenmasteril]

JP knows what the world needs in 2020. Happy, feel-good album... Especially this and happy song which sounds like 90's sitcoms theme songs :)

[@d12e4m312]

JP+MP= perfection

[@bungyatra2428]

Your new solo album is outstanding 🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

[@AleshaKidsTVOfficial]

I love them ❤❤❤❤

[@bluecheesemints9208]

I'm sure everyone else was as hyped as i was when they heard about the Petrucci-Portnoy colab. In my opinion, Dream Duo!

[@darrenjohnson6833]

Melodic melody Heaven, such a great guitarist!

[@user-ig1vq4wq6h]

Perfect!!!!

[@amFourH]

I love John!

[@jonathanlutz445]

Awesome!

[@isaacspencer96]

Awesome!!

[@jamilah7039]

The bass is Magic

[@muratkence]

This is unbeliveable chemistry. Amazing trio..

[@cestarop]

Amazing

[@anambivalentenemy]

Just beautiful!

[@giovanischuh2499]

Fantastic!

[@julianojorge666]

Amazing 🤘🏼

[@ozzyboi4138]

What a treat!! Love it❤

[@Ayrtongeo]

Wooooow

[@SteYellowcard]

Thank you master for another great album!

[@trollstjerne]

Fantastic music!

[@mario-bg]

Beautiful

[@marcelodonati]

Fantastic song!!!!

[@TheSulistio]

AMAZING album

[@vinniciusrosa8284]

MASTERPIECE

[@markeinsportnoy]

Definitivamente, Mike, Dave y John hace un excelente trío, se entienden a la perfección, me recuerda mucho a la época del G3, Es increíble, espero pronto vuelva un Liquid Tension Experiment 3, sería brutal

[@themarcopolis121]

se te hizo raalidad man!

[@Jaadugar0351]

what a beautiful feeling in this song which is simply i can't explain ❤️❤️🥲🥲🥲

[@cheetahfish]

This song is gorgeous. So much emotion.

[@Usiv101]

Fantastic 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️

[@OsceolaLongBeard]

Rush!!! Love this

[@lucagalliera4505]

Amazing song!!

[@lionellmisquitta]

Love this... Love this... Love this... 😀

[@seasand2585]

yes yes yes

[@bush5862]

LaRue is killing it 🔥

[@maxkristoffersson7163]

Love it❤️👍

[@gebarat]

😥😥 love it already.