Neal Morse - Alive Again (2015)

[@emorymitchell4374]

I can't believe I've never heard Neal Morse...i've been a dream theater fan since 1991 and I am a Christian and have always wanted this style of music with these kind of lyrics....I'm blown away right now myself being a musician.....instantly hooked!!

[@mvunit3]

Also look for the band he helped form; "Spock's Beard" :). He was with them (along with his guitarist/brother) till the album "Snow" (the last 3 albums lead vocalist is Ted Leonard, yet another amazing vocalist who is also from the Heavy Prog Rock band "Enchant"). Also checkout Neal in "Transatlantic" and "Flying Colors", both with Portnoy on Drums :). If you go to Neal, Portnoy and Leonard's wiki pages, you'll find all the bands they have played with - the "Family Tree" could be as long reaching as Deep Purple :D.

[@mtdrew83]

I hear ya! Same here - long time DT fan and was always hoping for something like this to come through.

[@ichbinvegetarische7471]

mvunit3, you mean Neal Morse is related to Steve Morse of Deep Purple?

[@vofcr91]

@@ichbinvegetarische7471 he's not ;)

[@alairsilvajunior7814]

The same here. Hear someone sculpting the air the way he does with this highest purpose is like receiving a gift from God! Can't stop listening to it.

[@Gabesgroovin]

I come back to this song every now and then and I'm always so taken back by how incredible this is. Just such a masterpiece

[@DNIII]

It's so refreshing to hear music that requires several listens to fully appreciate the beauty of it.

[@peterr6676]

You should check out bands like Haken, Native Construct, and Between the Buried and Me

[@BTBAM819]

That's the best part about prog music! Glad to read that other people feel the same! Amazing song!

[@frogginbullfish8777]

Truly one of the finest pieces of music I've ever heard

[@andycowley17]

This is truly one of the best tracks I've heard in my 58 year lifetime

[@KyleJPie10]

This is absolutely the most refreshing sounding prog I've heard in years.

[@ericblackwell4165]

KyleJPie10 you like this try his other band with mike portnoy (dream theater) flying colors album second nature! its a masterpiece IMO

[@KyleJPie10]

Eric Blackwell I follow Portnoy wherever he goes. As well as Morse.

[@ericblackwell4165]

cool man ya I figured but just throwing it out there just in case. got any good album/music suggestions? I always welcome new music. cheers man!

[@KyleJPie10]

Eric Blackwell If you haven't listened to Haken before, I would highly recommend them if you're a Dream Theater fan. The Mountain is one of my favorite albums.

[@ericblackwell4165]

KyleJPie10 haha its one of my favorites too. haken is awesome! well I appreciate it tho. im going to leave you with one last one the band Peresfone album: spirtaul migration enjoy dude keep rockin!

[@89saur]

I dont believe in God. But I am glad Neal does.

[@danmccarthy9425]

my friend I'm betting he will turn your heart one day! GOD BLESS!! Merry Christmas!!!

[@rodrigozamo]

Neal is the only person that can get me to sing "Jesus is my lifelineeeeeeee"

[@Digity.]

The man is simply a genius regardless if you agree with the his views or not.

[@katemurphy1915]

89saur There’s something special going on...God or not...

[@fabriziomartinez5177]

I don´t believe in God either, but I believe in Mike Portnoy and, of course, in Neal Morse...

[@TheCountofToulouse]

Neal Morse and the various projects are so much more significant that any musician I can think of. The totality and the quality are just not matched. He seems to have only gotten better as his years have gone on. The sheer amount of it is so HUGE. Its a shame that so many will pass on him because that can't stand the idea of hearing about the LORD that loves them and saves them in times of trouble. Let it not be so anymore. Jesus LOVES you. "all those that call on the name of the LORD shall be saved".

[@paskin1717]

Only two songs have ever moved me to the point of tears at the very first hearing...the first was Awaken by Yes...now this. Glorious....Glorious!

[@sethpeters7362]

The last 3 minutes always gives me goosebumps. The way it returns to the opening melody, only slower and more confident, is a wonderful representation of the journey I've just been on.

[@briarboy11]

Neal morse arrangements are each a master class.

[@thomaswhitehorse63]

Neal is an incredible musician. His music is an endless source of power, energy, feeling, hope and inspiration. Although I am an atheist, Neal seems to be an angel. I love him and his music so much. Oh, no. Fucking tears in my eyes. I'm a sentimental idiot. Make sure, that all of your friends get to know his music. Spread it. Spread LOVE.

[@oduck2112]

I think this may be my favorite song of all time.

[@enzogalli5506]

Fenomenale. Questo è Grandissimo Prog..... ❤

[@exxam1]

i can see the light burning in my soul !!!!!!!!

[@MrFritzinger]

Magic still happens in today's music business..

[@briarboy11]

With musicians like this it does.

[@guillermomosquera4928]

@@briarboy11 absolutamente sí!!!!

[@jasonje125]

Their prime spirits belong to 80~90's though

[@eennymo]

This has become my favorite song on this album. I can't get enough of it! I've been listening to it every morning on my way to work- perfect since getting to work takes approximately 23 minutes. Thank you to this awesome band for making my mornings a little brighter!

[@ericblackwell4165]

eennymo you like this try his other band with mike portnoy (dream theater) flying colors album second nature! its a masterpiece IMO

[@jasonje125]

Absolutely mine too

[@JamesRussoMillas]

The guitar playing is phenomenal!

[@rjknutsen]

Yeah bro! Everything is phenomenal about this epic song!

[@raphaelcote3577]

Also the Bass is very impressive! By talking of string instruments! :)

[@marcosacchi4069]

Eric Gillette fantastico alla chitarra ….!!

[@hislightinthedark742]

I thought i was halucinating listening to this. How could i never have heard of Neal Morse band? This is the coolest stuff ive ever heard! And its Christian!? Unbelievable!

[@marcosacchi4069]

Album fantastico ….!! Band meravigliosa , musica eccellente . The Neal Morse Band è la rinascita del prog-rock

[@raphaelcote3577]

The Bass is soo present and audible in neal morse's sound, makes me remember Rush, Yes and Spock's Beard his Ex Band

[@gracefaith76]

This is just an outstanding song, Mr. Neal Morse please play this song next time you come to Chicago.

[@tonyakerfeldt7023]

One of my favorite prog song….

[@jandasalovich6469]

This is their pinnacle in my opinion. Everything is in this song. So much better than a half hour of television. I could go on and on. Then I’d be labeled a progger. And yes I am.

[@mitchellrosenthal6305]

Nothing short of a masterpiece. Love the catharsis at 23:02. Just keep coming back.

[@hannakok334]

mijn vader was in Zoetermeer bij de Alive again tour. TOTAAL ONDERSTEBOVEN, onvergetelijk!

[@stevo271]

This song is absolutely incredible!

Beautiful Neal is back again with a great new album... and with new fresh sound mixed with old. :) he is god of prog rock...

[@guillermomosquera4928]

Una gran pieza musical. Sublime. Neal Morse, un gran, gran, gran músico. El rock progresivo sigue dando grandes bandas. Siempre escuché a Génesis, Yes, Jhetro Tull, ELP, Camel, Marillion. Neal... no hay nada que envidiar....Abrazo desde Argentina!!!

[@primerolapatriajoaquinrios5905]

Abrazo compatriota

[@guillermomosquera4928]

@@primerolapatriajoaquinrios5905 hola hermano! Bueno, ya somos dos que en Argentina seguimos a Neil Morse!

[@mksland3884]

From the start I can tell I'll love this as a co-worker turned me onto We Came From Space when their latest album dropped in February and I've been loving their stuff!

[@MrGolgotte]

historical moment! A classic is born

[@Rom14DH]

This piece is so beautiful and well-put together. I don't believe in god but I still thank him for giving us Neal Morse.

[@jonasmikaelsson7847]

This song is addictive. I heard it live in Malmoe, Scania, a few months ago and I was stunned that music can be this good.

[@RageRaccoon]

Oh my god i have never had a song give me a goosebump eargasm this many times in one song

[@gernblanston358]

The last 6:28 of this song are simply breathtaking. Exceptional. The first 3:25 are gold as well.

[@carlosalbertogodino9639]

(Translate to Spanish) Me llamaste en medio de las olas Y aguas rebeldes Ese tipo de confianza que nunca he encontrado Siempre termino hundiéndome ¿Estaba realmente muerto? ¿En el fondo del océano? Mantén el rumbo, te escuché decir Pero todo lo que vi fue el largo camino ... Ahora siento que estoy vivo otra vez Extiende mis brazos sobre el viento abierto Sí, siento que estoy vivo otra vez. Rompiendo olas como aliento sobre mi piel Relacionado El guerrero herido No tiene refugio temporal Derribando a un enemigo Eso siempre acechaba dentro de mí Finalmente mato Lo que había llegado a pensar en su cantera El hombre cuyo corazón era como el mar. Wass se fue y nunca lo encontrarían Ahora siento que estoy vivo otra vez Extiende mis brazos sobre el viento abierto Sí, siento que estoy vivo otra vez. Nunca mirando hacia donde he estado, puedo ver la luz Ardiendo en mi alma Puedo ver la luz Sé que debo irme El rey de la sorpresa En la reina del aburrimiento Salió a cenar en el fondo Beber vino tinto sangre El gato de todos los oficios Y el maestro de ninguno Prepárate para volver a casi todos No es demasiado tarde para liberarse Hay algo más que solías ver Regresa a donde solías estar Perdido en el lugar que estoy soñando Quiero esconderme Se fue para siempre Alejarse Lejos de los gritos silenciosos Quiero esconderme Se fue para siempre Hijas de la angustia y la rabia miserable Sacó una espada de la piedra Como Al Capone Como el rey del dolor se vuelve loco Donde el papa de roma Se encuentra con el papa en casa Y la mancha de nicotina desaparece inexplicablemente Perdido en el lugar que estoy soñando Quiero esconderme Donde no puedo recordar Alejarse Lejos de los gritos silenciosos Quiero esconderme Ido para siempre, se bloquea en una caja Sosteniendo dentro Cara en un espejo Parece disfrazarse El chico de la puerta Quien era antes Es más de lo que nunca seré El sol besó el día Estaba en camino Me encantaría amarte Pero no tengo tiempo hoy El hombre que vi ¿Quién podría pararse en el mar? Era más de lo que alguna vez sería En la oscuridad de mi alma En la esquina de mi vida Veo al hombre dentro de la mañana otra vez El sol brillando en El chico del lado triste No hay posibilidad de ganar Ha atravesado la puerta A algo mucho mas Más de lo que alguna vez sería En la oscuridad de mi alma En la esquina de mi vida Veo al hombre adentro Ahora encuentro El esta haciendo mis sueños vivos En el brillo de mi dia Puedo ver al hombre adentro, el guerrero herido Sin refugio temporal Había perdido la voluntad de pararse y luchar Para el enemigo que vive dentro Ahora está huyendo Porque el rey de los ejércitos de ángeles Ha venido a traer a los muertos a vivir Y apaga la oscuridad con luz Ahora siento que estoy vivo otra vez Extiende mis brazos sobre el viento abierto Sí, siento que estoy vivo otra vez. Nunca volviendo a donde he estado, puedo ver la luz Ardiendo en mi alma Puedo ver la luz Sé que debo irme

[@progbc]

Incredible Neil just keeps putting out one epic after another, just blows my mind.

[@chathans1]

Some of the best I hear for years.... EPIC....!!!

[@lopolik]

OMG this song is so good. Such an awesome music!

[@ericblackwell4165]

Joseph Machon you like this try his other band with mike portnoy (dream theater) flying colors album second nature! its a masterpiece IMO

[@lopolik]

Eric Blackwell I heard that album from flying colors already, it's pretty good.. But not the best thing that Mike has done.

[@raphaelcote3577]

Try Spock's Beard when Neal Morse was in the band! ;)

[@lopolik]

Spock's Beard is awesome, I like their albums with Neal Morse. :)

[@raphaelcote3577]

Flower Kings are quite awsome too! :)

[@alisongama2667]

I sincerely believe that the fact this song is a gospel-ish makes it even more beautiful.

[@markrichardson8378]

A truly stunning song, amazing band.

[@A_Rider_On_The_Storm]

If Pink Floyd released this under their name with Gilmour singing the lead vocals it would go gold easily, it just shows how a good reputation can make your music heard.

[@JonnoTaylor]

For some reason, pop, rap, and dub step are the most listened to and respected music cultures. I think prog is certainly the most interesting, and the most complicated. It's my favourite by far, anyway. Prog isn't a very popular music culture, (even though it's the best,) so I'm just surprised to see so many views and comments considering how recently it was released.

[@eikinel]

Jonathan Taylor I caught myself thinking the same, but let the prog not very popular, I don't want to see this beautiful kind of music become a new wave of coolness :)

[@Unreeld]

Eikinel Why do you say that? What if prog did become popular and we saw a whole generation of thousands of suddenly inspired people creating amazing and unique music?

[@Marty2011uk]

+Jonathan Taylor It's brainwashing with tv like the x(crap)-factor with their 3min pop songs. They are all karoke singers.

[@spacecadet8843]

most complicated instrumentally sure lyrically yeah uh no

[@raphaelcote3577]

It was more popular in the 70's in the Pink Floyd, King Crimson, Genesis, Yes, Rush era. It was passing at the radio but now it's more a underground genre, sad but we need some new bands to bring this back

[@musicmanpiezo]

Thank you so much Neal...After so many weeks of setbacks in my life, I feel alive again. This is the kind of music that makes life worth living.

[@zhrob1]

Halfway through...what a transition!

[@MournfulMystic]

love it!! One of Neal's best epics! the heavy parts are my favourite and also at 17min to 21min with Bill's vocals this part reminds me of classic Alan Parsons

[@flytothesunmusic]

Phenomenal!! Seeing this live is an enormous treat. get the CD and see them on tour if you can.

[@georgemckenna7570]

10:11 for the Neal Morse hit single that never was

[@AlexShiroki]

That's just epic! Thank you for uploading!

[@maarteneemnes3908]

Another eipc from Neil. By far best song of the album, could have been Transatlantic song as well. The instrumental section starting around 13:35 minutes is fantasic. Effenaar Eindhoven 18 July : here we come !

[@stephennapolitano8838]

Best song 2015 will be seeing you on the cruise to the edge hopefully.

[@simonerattazzi2164]

Incredible song...

[@johnnyg4158]

Masterpiece

[@mariojorgecaeiro]

Prog rockin'

[@Isaac-fc1it]

You called me forth amid the waves And wayward waters That kind of trust I've never found I always wind up sinking down Was I really dead And at the bottom of the ocean? Stay the course I heard you say But all I saw was the long way... Down Now I feel like I’m alive again Spread my arms upon the open wind Yeah, I feel like I'm alive again Crashing waves like breath upon my skin The wounded warrior Has no temporary shelter Chasing down an enemy That always lurked inside of me Finally he killed What he had come to think his quarry The man whose heart was like the sea Was gone and he would never be found Now I feel like I'm alive again Spread my arms upon the open wind Yeah, I feel like I’m alive again Never looking back to where I've been I can see the light Burning in my soul I can see the light I know that I must go The king of surprise In the boredom queen Went out to dine at the bottom line Drinking blood red wine The jack of all trades And the master of none Set out to get back at most everyone It's not too late to get free There's something more you used to see Get back to where you used to be Fly away Lost in the place I'm dreaming I wanna hideaway Gone forever Flyaway Far from the silent screaming I wanna hideaway Gone forever Daughters of angst and wretched rage Pulled a sword from the stone Like Al Capone As the king of pain goes insane Where the Pope of Rome Meets the pope at home And the nicotine stain goes unexplained Fly away Lost in the place I'm dreaming I wanna hideaway Where I can't remember Flyaway Far from the silent screaming I'm gonna hideaway Gone forever Locks on a box Holding inside Face in a mirror Seems to disguise The boy at the door Who I was before Is more than I’ll ever be The sun kissed the day I was well on my way I’d love to just love you But I've no time today The man that I saw Who could stand on the sea Was more than I’d ever be Sometimes In the dark night of my soul In the corner of my life I see the man inside Morning again The sun shining in The boy from the sad side No chance to win Has walked through the door To something much more More than I'd ever be Sometimes In the dark night of my soul From the corner of my life I see the man inside Now I find He is making my dreams alive In the brightness of my day I can see the man inside The wounded warrior With no temporary shelter Had lost the will to stand and fight To the enemy that lives inside Now he's on the run Because the King of angel armies Has come to bring the dead to life And quench the darkness with the light Now I feel like I'm alive again Stretch my arms upon the open wind Yeah, I feel like I’m alive again Never going back to where I've been I can see the light Burning in my soul I can see the light I know that I must go I must go

[@Chongles]

another awesome epic from neal!

[@paintingjo6842]

Most moments would fit perfectly with parts of Momentum and Sola Scriptura. Just imagining the three playing at the same time in harmony causes me eargasms.

[@Kraz3e987]

PaintingJo this happens a lot in Neals music, some people get upset about it, but I'm perfectly ok with it!

[@n2005morse]

Can't wait to hear this live!

[@cadle11]

Fantastic album!!

[@patpatrol]

This is great song! So emotional and diverse!

[@robertopesentirossi6456]

Para mi....es el mejor rif ...tiempo...todo ..que mike ha echo nunca...es meravilloso.......

[@scottanderson6166]

New album might be his best yet. Love this epic!

[@iracole8350]

Scott Anderson *ahem* Newer Album *cough* Similitude of a Dream *cough*

[@scottanderson6166]

Ira Cole Yes indeed it's a masterpiece. Look at the date of my comment. Similtude wasn't out yet.

[@iracole8350]

I just wanted to make sure you have Similitude in your life now.

[@scottanderson6166]

Thanks. Yes I have the album, I'm about 20 listens in and it just keeps getting better! Probably Neal's best work since Snow. Going to see the Neal Morse band Jan 17th, and I can't wait! Hope they are touring somewhere near you. thanks again. Cheers

[@iracole8350]

Scott Anderson Agreed, and that's awesome! Hope you have fun in January, but I can tell you will regardless haha. Cheers m8

[@grahamconnorhudsonjameson8834]

This is my favorite song!

[@damianrock5297]

The mid part is eargasmic :3

[@damianrock5297]

+Damianrock On second thought, the whole motherfuckin song is a masterpiece!!!

[@APiccolo]

You mean the "fly awaaay" part? Is just the best groove you can ever get in all of prog haha

[@furious5202]

Totaly dream theater style !

[@BrandonGebbia]

Meraviglioso..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Mr.77776]

Neal Morse is the man! I believe in God! Team God all the way! 👍

[@Isaac-fc1it]

My favorite part was from 0:00 to 26:46

[@briarboy11]

Mine too!

[@verahes]

Love it.

[@rubenschuring4405]

fantastic...

[@martinleclerc5838]

there is a design flaw on this machine... the 2 large gears with the small one in the middle will never turn ! :-) Excellent song and excellent album btw !

[@damianrock5297]

+Martin Leclerc Mechanical engineer? :)

[@Soulfly415]

+Martin Leclerc They will spin, both in one direction, there's no flaw, the machine is fine.

[@richardpenner5515]

Stanley Tweedle - Security Guard Class 4 you are correct. Both large gears will move in the same direction.

[@ardicmimarlik3680]

Sensitive job.

[@MrTwig1986]

19:18, just perfect.

[@TheRealQuester]

Damn, I wish I could see this live. They could put a leg in south america again. Mike, please, convince Neal. The weather is a little better now! LOL

[@gwengame7632]

17:01 great singer.

[@kenbagen]

excellent stuff

[@riccardoranzi8684]

Neal Morse.. the master!

[@dubiousmorality]

22:56 goosebumps..

[@AdamC3046]

23:28 - first part of that big note always makes me cringe slightly. But do love the vocal part starting at 17:00. Does anyone know who's singing this bit? Randy?

[@RichMannionMusic]

+AdamC3046 Keyboardist Bill Hubauer.

[@kylemabee7478]

+AdamC3046 That would be Bill Hubauer. Great voice!

[@dudydude3287]

Kyle Mabee sounds like portnoy

[@Twiquil]

@@dudydude3287 nah it's bill

[@RoshinrajRavi]

Ever wonder if God believes in Neal Morse?

[@ziadramman]

10:11 Unbelievable.

[@BladeDrummer]

The only issue I have with this masterpiece, is that it fades out. Finish the song at least!

[@cleversonluiz5839]

11 people were with their monitor upside down

[@SaGarcia]

They can't see the light burning in their soul.

[@user-vq1kz6zc1l]

Expect the unexpected from the unexpected guest ooo

[@thecarpetcrawler1962]

Prog Giant!!!!

[@shirajsharma8085]

Eric Gillette is a fucking legend

[@dante4d]

14:45 a little Zakk Wylde moment for me :)

[@MultiKmicic]

3:22 - 3:26 November Rain :-)

[@PodOfHeat]

Morse and his red jag

[@proggysteve2124]

BILL HUBAUER FTW!!!

[@marco79cfc]

Great voice :)

[@fernandoramos4626]

why Neal Morse doesnt upload his music on streaming?

[@yuyinyu]

There is an App called Waterfall.

[@fearlessstudios1]

When does a 26 minute song not seem like a 26 minute song? When it's this fing good😖💖

[@dubiousmorality]

22:57

[@artekomx]

wow

[@jasonje125]

난 무교인데도 성령이 차오르는 느낌 ㅠㅠ 너무 좋다

[@MultiKmicic]

10:00 Spring is coming :-) Wooooooow !!!!!!!!

[@laloxrosa7373]

why Mike Portnoy doesn´t do a new progressive rock band to play his dream theater´s songs classics and brand new songs? why he resigned to the genre that made him who he is? .... i´ll miss a lot his progressive metal side!!!!! please mike ....i feel that is still sad for his departure for DT. reborn like a phoenix!!! just my opinion..sorry for my english... greetings from Mérida, Yucatán, the Maya Land

[@arcadeoutpost]

Lost Castlevania OST

[@bryllecortes9780]

Spock's Beard + Dream Theater = Transatlantic or The Neal Morse Band

[@gwengame7632]

Hum to difficult to choose.

[@privatecain]

How could i buy this album EXCEPT iTunes and Amazon? My country doesn't support iTunes and i'm having problem with Amazon :(

[@maguefe]

radiantrecords.com

[@privatecain]

Mauricio Guerrero Thanks :)

[@LarCorps]

A very promising song exploring many of the aspects of progressive rock. However, the singing at parts is slightly too Bruno Mars but that may or may not make this song and the general category more accessible to a wider, 2010-audience. I would have also added some more high notes in order to fully fill up the soundscape because I felt that this song, while almost there, was still lacking something to be a masterpiece of the likes of 'Close to the Edge' by Yes. All in all, at parts a reminiscent of the late 70's can be heard, the influence of many progressive rock epochs and the likes of Dream Theater. Alive Again is a good shot at the beyond of rock, but it shows that development is still needed.