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Dream of Reality?<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Similitude of a Dream<\/a> <\/span>might best be described as a modern day interpretation of the first segment of Bunyan\u2019s classic Pilgrim\u2019s Progress<\/span>. It is not a literal \u201ctelling\u201d of the story per se, but rather Neal\u2019s perceptions of what the main character\u2019s (could be you or I) journey might look like in the world of today. Unlike Neal\u2019s early solo works which were more personal \u201ctestimony\u201d and revelation, most of his more recent work (particularly since forming The Neal Morse Band<\/span>) has been less forwardly evangelical and more \u201cthis is how I express my faith through great music and lyrics.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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2015\u2019s The Grand Experiment<\/a> <\/span>was extremely enjoyable because it wasn\u2019t just Neal doing his thing any longer. Songs were more collaborative. Freed up from the confines of a \u201cconcept\u201d piece, the band wrote some of their most memorable singles. When I first heard this was going to be another concept album I was a bit skeptical, and for sure we have in Similitude<\/span> another epic concept composition \u2014 one, which in some aspects, hearkens back to Sola Scriptura<\/span><\/a>. However, I would say these lyrics\/scenarios are more widely applicable because they explore not only Biblical principles but also principles of everyday living. In that regard, I find The Similitude of a Dream <\/span>much more universally appealing, the truths herein more directly relevant to all of us in our life\u2019s journey. <\/span><\/p>\n

Instead of a summary of theological convictions, this plays out more like a treatise on \u201chow then should we live?\u201d Put yourself, then, into the world of \u201cChristian\u201d and ask yourself what you would do when faced with his perils and moral dilemmas. In essence, Neal has effectively removed the \u201cfantasy\u201d aspect (even though the story still takes place in a dream) and made this a much more visceral real world experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Not only does Similitude<\/span> differ on a lyrical level from Neal\u2019s prior concept pieces, the overall structure and presentation is fresh. Yes, the core style remains firmly entrenched in old school prog (with new school mix and production values), but the songs are shorter \u2014 with less prolonged instrumental jams \u2014 and there is a smooth flow song to song. While each song still stands independently, the overall cohesiveness works extremely well in a fashion conducive to a great live show. Furthermore, the instrumentations are quite diverse. In addition to the multitude of guitars, keys, drums handled by the band, we have all manner of strings and saxophones, a trumpet, a marimba and various other percussion. These instruments often carry the melodies\/rhythms and aren\u2019t just added to provide a surplus of sounds for the \u201cjam.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

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The vocals are more widely shared as well. Morse, Portnoy, Hubauer and Gillette share responsibilities \u201cacting\u201d and singing out some of the different characters which definitely imparts more depth and realism to the story\/composition. For those not familiar with The Neal Morse Band don\u2019t expect to hear any one player dominate the mix as these guys gel as a unit. Yes, Portnoy has flamboyant moments throughout, but don\u2019t expect a ton of solos and virtuoso performances on this disc. Randy George really shines through on bass and there are, of course, a plethora of guitar and keyboard leads and solos (this is prog!). However, I really like how The Neal Morse Band is all about the melody, the groove, the message and not just technical prowess. We heard this on The Grand Experiment <\/span>and they\u2019ve taken it to a whole new levels on The Similitude of a Dream.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Synopsis<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Disc 1 opens with \u201cLong Day,\u201d a soft introspective prelude which sets the stage\/context for the dream. \u201cOverture\u201d is pretty typical stuff for these guys as tight prog rock is served up as an introduction to where this album will lead us musically\/stylistically. The dream sequence not surprisingly begins with \u201cThe Dream,\u201d a short interlude lead by acoustic guitars and \u201cdreamy\u201d Pink Floydian keys. This quickly transitions into \u201cCity of Destruction,\u201d one of the heaviest and most aggressive (almost metallic) songs in the set. This song features Evangelist\u2019s urgent call\/warning to Christian and sets in motion everything that is to follow. I like how the spoken parts near the end find Christian trying to make sense of his dilemma.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cWe Have Got to Go\u201d is a transitional plea to his wife to leave the City of Destruction. In \u201cMakes No Sense\u201d (one of the strongest compositions here) friends try to sway Christian to stay in the city, but he can\u2019t see the rationale of living a life in stagnation in the daily grind only to \u201cgain the world and lose the soul.\u201d The 70\u2019s era Kansas strings really carry the melody while simultaneously trading off with the guitars. And if that was not enough, \u201cDraw the Line\u201d delivers the funk groove in a big way. Portnoy sings with a smooth voice as \u201cfriends\u201d try to pull Christian back into the \u201cold\u201d life. The jazzy middle section echoes the allure of the \u201ccity\u201d yet Christian pushes on and pursues his call right into the mire of \u201cThe Slough\u201d of Despond. Musically, this Kansas jam\/jazzy instrumental interlude is a bit more vibrant than I might have otherwise expected at this point in the story. Nevertheless, it represents a rare moment of instrumental indulgence (Bunyan might call it a \u201csleep\u201d).<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cBack to the City\u201d is definitely another highlight, the infectious chorus extremely catchy. As Christian is left in the mire by his friend, this song emphasizes how quickly we can act to abandon our first calling when we get derailed from our plans and choices to the allure of lights and indulgence. I love the end of this song where Hope comes to the rescue and the echoing outro vocals pay homage to Pink Floyd. Bill Hubauer is featured on \u201cThe Ways of a Fool,\u201d a song which shares much pomp and circus and vocal layering with Queen. Once again, the middle section of the song has that 70\u2019s classic Kansas vibe, and in a way this song could easily be a parade of music for our 70\u2019s prog rock heroes. And with the segue into the next song I hear another band (Yes) called to mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The band goes Deep Purple on \u201cSo Far Gone\u201d as Christian realizes his choice to be \u201ccare-free\u201d was a mistake. The \u201cSmoke on the Water\u201d vibe, replete with cowbell groove, nicely drives this song as we hear some of Gillette\u2019s nice guitar leads. The disc 1 finale, \u201cBreath of Angels,\u201d is another highlight. A simple \u201cGospel\u201d tune leads the way and then gradually crescendos into more ethereal plains replete with the angelic female choir accompanying Neal as Christian receives somewhat of a \u201cprodigal son\u201d welcome from his Father\u2019s kingdom. Sing it brothers and sisters!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Disc 2 opens with \u201cSlave to Your Mind,\u201d a fascinating heavy rocker that depicts the \u201cwall of fire\u201d scenario where the Devil (attempting to smother the fire of faith) basically tries to perpetuate the lie that you can never be free from the doubt and shame the mind repeatedly generates. This seamlessly transitions into \u201cShortcut to Salvation\u201d where \u201cjumping the Wall of Salvation\u201d is a temptation for those who don\u2019t have the faith and patience to walk the \u201cstraight and narrow.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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A bit out of sequence from the original story, \u201cThe Man in The Iron Cage\u201d features the man who lost his faith. It is one of the best songs here and features a big groove riff\/melody (Led Zep?), tons of organ and a great shred guitar solo followed by a transition to the acoustic guitar drive breakout section and the reassurance that you are never \u201ctoo far gone\u201d for His mercy. \u201cThe Road Called Home\u201d is yet another interlude jam that introduces us to Simple and Sloth. Human nature has not changed much in 400 years unfortunately as \u201cSloth\u201d dreamily portrays the life of those who have no motivation or urgency to do anything other than appease their own needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Despite the somewhat lulling music, Christian moves on and finally loses his \u201cburden\u201d in \u201cFreedom Song\u201d (again somewhat out of sequence), which is a folksy Gospel \u201cbig tent revival\u201d tune featuring the pedal steel of Rich Mouser (mixed this beast). \u201cI\u2019m Running\u201d celebrates Christian\u2019s freedom in a \u201cbig band\u201d sort of fashion (horns) and then segues into \u201cThe Mask.\u201d This elegant piano lead in to this song is a definite highlight for the band as Christian descends into the Valley of Humiliation and the inevitable \u201cConfrontation\u201d with Apollyon commences. Portnoy trades vocals with Morse as the intensity escalates into \u201cThe Battle,\u201d an instrumental with more great attacking piano\/keys, staccato rhythms and antagonistic melodies.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Disc 2 beautifully closes things out with the tandem of \u201cBroken Sky\u201d\/\u201dLong Day (reprise)\u201d which is a nice piano-driven medley of all that has gone before and nicely summarizes Christian\u2019s realizations and revelations up to this point in the journey and nails down his commitment to carry on to the Celestial City \u2026 to be continued?!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Epilogue<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

It is hard to imagine what the band has in store for an encore or follow up to this work of art. After all, they\u2019ve only covered the first segment of Part I of the book, which may leave some \u201cpurists\u201d disappointed. The musical doesn\u2019t really finish the story, so to speak. However, if one of Neal\u2019s visions was to musically and lyrically depict what it would look\/sound like to take Christian\u2019s journey in our world today then I think he has succeeded beyond expectations. Still, can you imagine what the journey onward would sound like \u2014 to the horrors of Vanity-Fair and the final ascent to the Celestial City? We can only hope for a sequel at this point. In summary, The Similitude of a Dream<\/a> <\/span>taps into one of the richest literary works of all time, and in doing so challenges and exhorts the listener in an extraordinary manner. And while I may not totally agree with Mike Portnoy that this is the greatest concept piece he (Portnoy) has ever participated in, my initial skepticism \u2013 that a large concept piece would derail The Neal Morse Band from building on the momentum they generated with The Grand Experiment <\/span>\u2013 has been replaced with an affirmation that nothing could be farther from the truth. Divine progressive rock. Selah.[Radiant]<\/span><\/p>\n

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