Symphony X

[Blackwater Demon]

Are there any fans here? If so reccomend me some songs of theirs to listen to. Ive heard good things but want to hear themfor myself

 

[Holocaust on the Moon]

I just have their Paradise Lost album, but I recommend that.

 

[RoadKing]

I just have their Paradise Lost album, but I recommend that.

I just recently got into 'em, too. I picked up Paradise Lost & The Odyssey, they're both pretty good. I think of the two, if I had to suggest one, I'd recommend Paradise Lost, though.

 

[SerenityNow!]

Paradise Lost
Odyssy
V

Yes, they shred!

 

[Lapazeus]

The Divine Wings of Tragedy:
Yngwiesque power/prog metal with balls. The album borders on being cheesy, but, at the same time, is the best neo-classical metal album since Rising Force. To me, the album represents the pinnacle of that particular genre.

Twilight in Olympus:
Follows in TDWOT's footsteps. Contains some classic SX songs such as Smoke and Mirrors and Through the Looking Glass, but overall, the album seems a bit bungled. Some of the compositions and especially the sound production would've needed more effort. Still, if you liked TDWOT, you'll like this one.

V - The New Mythology Suite:
Their most progressive and symphonic album and in my opinion, their best. A must have for any prog fan.

The Odyssey:
With this album, SX pretty much ditched the neo-classical arpeggio marathons and moved to a more heavy, riff-oriented direction. The album's grand finale, a 24-minute song called The Odyssey has some serious orchestrations. This track alone is worth the album price. Note: The album has a really dry sound, which makes it easy to discern what the different instruments are playing, but at the same time makes the album sound a bit lifeless IMO.

Paradise Lost:
A yet darker and album. Similar to The Odyssey, but more refined. Symphonic and heavy. The orchestral parts are incredible and Romeo's riffs kill!

 

[Frosties]

I've heard a few albums of theirs, but V is the only one that I love.

 

[BlueSky]

Paradise Lost
Odyssy
V

Yes, they shred!

Now, now. Let's not talks about the omgz they shreds.

...by the way, Symphony X blows!

 

[Ozzloaf]

I think they're like Dream Theater with a MUCH better singer. I'd definitely recommend Paradise Lost.

 

[Ozzloaf]

Now, now. Let's not talks about the omgz they shreds.

...by the way, Symphony X blows!

Total win post....

 

[Alteredmindeath]

SX > Dragonforce

 

[Helios]

most metal bands > Dragonforce

anyway, IMHO The Divine Wings of Tragedy and V are the best SX albums; Paradise Lost is also a good album to start with.

 

[Mantraschism]

I think that 'V - The New Mythology Suite' is pretty much perfect. I recommend that.

 

[SerenityNow!]

Now, now. Let's not talks about the omgz they shreds.

...by the way, Symphony X blows!

OUCH!:zombie:

 

[Kenneth R.]

Me > Dragonforce. Why are they even in this thread.

I'll go along with saying Paradise Lost, Odyssey, V, and Divine Wings. You can't go wrong there.

 

[The Emptier]

my favorite band of all time. i would say albums...

the divine wings of tragedy
symphony x
the odyssey

 

[Alteredmindeath]

I wouldn't mind seeing a Dragonforce vs Symphony X Vs Nevermore Vs Dream Theater guitar duel "THe battle of the Tech freaks"

 

[The Emptier]

michael romeo would beat them all

 

[Detective Clarence Beauregard]

My favorite band, hands down. I would start with their latest (Paradise Lost) and work your way backwards from there. All their albums are worth purchasing, but stay away from the self-titled debut unless you're a HUGE fan. Russell Allen does not sing on that one and the vocals are BAD!

 

[The Emptier]

i disagree with this man, but im one of the few that will.
and dude....you don't go down, divine wings of tragedy pwns every damn album they have and it's their 3rd album

 

[Wander]

Symphony X has remained as one of my personal favourites for years. I pretty much like all their albums, but for first album, maybe Divine Wings. That's what I started with. If you want their most metal album, go with Paradise Lost.