Who are the best

I honestly haven't heard much. If any. I do know that i'm not a big fan of prog other than some earlier Kamelot (not terribly impressed with anything since Karma, though Karma won about 30 internets), symphony x, and a very select few other bands. But i don't hate, don't hate... :lol:
 
Your bands first demo must be pretty good :lol: , I don't think this band is thinking melody, just musicianship.

My band's first demo was terrible :D

Musicianship doesn't only come from technical solos and weird two-handed tapping stuff at 210 bpm. I personally think that it's all about the melody and emotion but you might want to spice it up a bit with a technical show-off.

But sure, those guys are pretty awesome when it comes to technical talent.