I first listened to Dream Theater 25 years ago in Jogja. Their skilled musicianship were displayed prominently in a masterpiece sophomore album, titled as “Images & Words” Intrigued by their complex song writing, yet with catchy melody lines, I joined the band wagon of my friends in Jogja, to buy the cassette. And honestly, I…
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Coldplay Bangkok Concert Experience
When Coldplay planned to come to Asia for their “Head Full of Dreams” World Tour, I immediately thought of going to their concert with Elok. Well, I can say Coldplay is one of few intersections from our vastly different musical interests, so this would be a perfect concert for us going together. Alas, the concerts…
Concert Experience: Guns ‘N Roses Not in This Lifetime Tour 2017
Ok, after sore muscles and sleepy eyes have gone, here is my story from the experience watching last night’s Guns ‘N Roses (GNR) Concert in Singapore. Billed as “Not in This Lifetime” concert, the show is highly anticipated by GNR and rock fans who grew up in hair metal hey day. Nearing mid 90s after…
John Petrucci in Action
John Petrucci, guitarist, co founder and mastermind of Dream Theater shredded through the complex music composition of Dream Theater. Seeing one of the best guitarist in the world performing live with one of the most talented rock band in the world was really an enthralling experience. Opened with ‘Bridges on the Sky’ from their latest…
About to Watch Dream Theater!
After more than 17 year of waiting, finally one of my favorite band, Dream Theater come to Jakarta. I’m coming to the concert with my college friends, Aguk and Yuyun, who are also long-time Dream Theater fans. Alas, there is poor arrangement of queue going into the concert stadium, so we have to wait for…