Dream Theater Unveils 'Night Terror - Radio Edit' with Mike Portnoy's Return Ahead of 40th Anniversary Tour
Dream Theater has unveiled "Night Terror - Radio Edit," a track from their upcoming album "Parasomnia," released on October 10, 2024. The song is part of a conceptual album exploring sleep-related disturbances, with "Night Terror" specifically delving into themes of nocturnal terror, hysteria, and the blurring of reality and dreams.
The track marks a significant milestone for Dream Theater, featuring the return of drummer Mike Portnoy, who rejoined the band after departing in 2009. "Night Terror" is described as a "musical thrill ride," showcasing the band's signature progressive style.
"Parasomnia," the album containing "Night Terror," was produced by guitarist John Petrucci, engineered by James "Jimmy T" Meslin, and mixed by Andy Sneap. While specific details about the radio edit are limited, the original track is expected to reflect the album's overall theme and production quality.
In support of "Parasomnia" and coinciding with Dream Theater's 40th anniversary, the band has announced a comprehensive tour. Kicking off on October 20, 2024, in London, UK, the tour will traverse Europe before moving to North America in February 2025. Notable venues include The O2 in London, Uber Eats Music Hall in Berlin, The Met in Philadelphia, and Radio City Music Hall in New York. The tour itinerary also includes stops in South America, covering countries such as Brazil and Argentina.
Dream Theater's 40th-anniversary celebration is further amplified by Mike Portnoy's return, a move that has generated considerable excitement among fans and within the music industry. Portnoy, who co-founded the band in 1985, rejoins a lineup that has achieved significant success in his absence, including a Grammy win.
