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	Feb 1st - 2012 There is a new John Petrucci signature pedal from TC Electronics being released. Visit their site HERE for the detailed info. Jan. 25th - 2012 John will be doing some Mesa Boogie in store signings. The times and locations are: Norway Jan 26: 4Sound Schous Plass 2:00 Denmark Jan 27: 4Sound København 2:00 Jan. 17th - 2012 Some new videos from JP and Matt from Trivium discussing guitar techniques: Dec. 20th - 2011 New photos by Marty Temme Five new photos by Marty Temme were added in the MEDIA section. Dec. 18th - 2011 A Dramatic Turn of Events touring gear The guitar and amp list along with some pics for DT's most recent tour was added in the GEAR section. Dec. 15th - 2011 A Dramatic Turn Of Events tab book Dream Theater’s latest album, A Dramatic Turn of Events, is now available in tablature to order. Click HERE to get yours now. Dec. 6th - 2011 Guadalajara, Mexico show cancelled Dream Theater’s December 9 show in Guadalajara, Mexico has unfortunately been cancelled for logistical reasons that are beyond the control of the band and the promoter. All tickets will be refunded. Dream Theater regrets this inconvenience to fans who’ve already purchased tickets and thanks them for their understanding. Dec. 1st - 2011 DT receives a Grammy nomination Read this message from the band on DT's main site about this recent honor. Oct. 26th - 2011 Meet and greet in Arlington, TX John will have a meet and greet on Thursday, October 27th from 2-4 pm at the Arlington Texas Guitar Center. The address is 721 Ryan Plaza Drive, Arlington, TX 76011 Oct. 26th - 2011 Premier Guitar walks through John's live rig Oct. 25th - 2011 Lick Library interactive guitar magazine Check out the recent interview with John: Lick Library - John Petrucci Interview Oct. 25th - 2011 A Dramatic Tour of Events reviews Read some recent reviews of Dream Theater shows: Atlanta Music Guide - Atlanta show Guitarinternational.com - D.C. show Loudwire.com - New York City show Oct. 22nd - 2011 Samson Tuner Giveaway Win a Samson Guitar Tuner autographed by John! Click on the link below to enter: Samson Guitar Tuner Giveaway Oct. 15th - 2011 John & Dimarzio Check out these new photos and links about John's signature pickups with Dimarzio: Dimarzio website Dimarzio pickups Dimarzio straps Dimarzio cables Oct. 6th - 2011 Life on the road with Dream Theater Oct. 6th - 2011 Mike Mangini interview Mike Mangini expresses gratitude in a new interview HERE. Oct. 6th - 2011 Interviews by Musicplayers.com Main interview John's interview Jordan's interview Sept. 27th - 2011 Dream Theater recording in the studio Sept. 21st - 2011 Lyrics video contest Roadrunner Records is holding a contest where you can win a CD signed by all five members of Dream Theater by making a winning lyrics video. You can get the details HERE. Sept. 15th - 2011 Seattle concert change Seattle, WA – Due to overwhelming demand, acclaimed American progressive metal band DREAM THEATER has moved their concert on Tuesday, September 27th from Showbox SODO to the Moore Theatre. Special guest Trivium opens. All other show information remains the same. Tickets are currently available at showboxonline.com and will go on sale through tickets.com on Friday, September 16 at 10am. Tickets will also be available to purchase at the Paramount Theatre box office. Sept. 14th - 2011 On the Backs of Angels official video Dream Theater's first official video for their new album has been released. CLICK HERE to view it. Sept. 13th - 2011 Roadrunner interviews John Petrucci Roadrunner Records interviews John about "A Dramatic Turn of Events" and more. CLICK HERE to read the interview. Sept. 13th - 2011 DT's A Dramatic Turn of Events released Dream Theater is proud to release their newest album worldwide. Get "A Dramatic Turn of Events" on iTunes now! CLICK HERE. Sept. 8th - 2011 Guitar Center In Store Signing Dream Theater will be conducting an in-store signing session at Guitar Center Manhattan (25 West 14th Street) on Friday, September 16 at 6 PM. Attendance is strictly limited to 400 fans, so in order to guarantee yourself a spot in line, you must go to Guitar Center starting September 13 and purchase the band's new record, A Dramatic Turn of Events; along with your CD, you'll be given a wristband which will get you into the event on Friday. Sept. 7th - 2011 European Tour Dates New Dream Theater European Tour Dates with guests Periphery have now been added in the tour dates section. Sept. 1st - 2011 Check out DT's "A Great Documentary": Click here to view. August 31st - 2011 Hear a snippet of "Far From Heaven" Click here for the preview. August 31st - 2011 2011 Guitar Player Readers Poll and Total Guitar Poll John was just named "Best Metal Guitarist" in the July 2011 edition of Guitar Player in their readers poll. He also was named one of the 20 greatest metal guitarists ever in a Total Guitar poll. August 25th - 2011 DT's "Lost Not Forgotten" snippet now available! Visit here for the preview: http://www.youtube.com/user/RoadrunnerRecords August 22nd - 2011 DT's "This is the Life" preview now available! CLICK HERE August 18th - 2011 Jordan and John talk about the new Limited Edition box set in a new video. Click HERE to view it on Roadrunner's website. August 17th - 2011 Preorder Dream Theater's new album, "A Dramatic Turn of Events" Click HERE to order it on iTunes. August 17th - 2011 DT's "Beneath the Surface" snippet now available! http://www.purevolume.com/new/dreamtheater August 11th - 2011 DT's "Breaking All Illusions" snippet now available! August 9th - 2011 DT's "On The Backs of Angels” is now available at iTunes! - click HERE to get it for yourself! August 3rd - 2011 Dream Theater Meet & Greet packages available for order - click on the banner below: August 2nd - 2011 Check out this great new book! Modern Guitar Rigs by Scott Kahn: August 1st - 2011 DREAM THEATER ANNOUNCE SPECIAL VERSIONS OF A DRAMATIC TURN OF EVENTS New York, NY: Dream Theater, who were recently voted one of the top 10 Prog Rock bands of all time by RollingStone.com readers, will return with A Dramatic Turn of Events, on September 13th. The band is armed with one of the most powerful efforts of their storied, iconic career. The album marks the recorded debut of new drummer Mike Mangini, which fans are clamoring to hear. Roadrunner Records will issue the release in multiple versions that will be sure to delight the band's disciple-like fanbase. In addition to the standard version, a special edition CD/DVD set will include The Spirit Carries On – a 60-minute movie documenting Dream Theater’s much-discussed drummer auditions; a double LP Set in gatefold jacket; and a Limited Deluxe Collector's Edition Box Set. The A Dramatic Turn of Events Deluxe Collector’s Edition Box Set includes A Dramatic Turn of Events Album; instrumentals of the entire album; a DVD of The Spirit Carries On; a double-LP Set of A Dramatic Turn of Events (180-Gram Vinyl in Gatefold Jacket); Dream Theater branded custom turntable slipmat; litho print of album. Also, 50 lucky winners will find a Dream Theater 'Ticket For Life,' which is randomly inserted into packaging. All the content will be housed in a custom Box and those who purchase will receive a digital download of the album the day prior to release. "It's a really cool collection dedicated to the art and music of our forthcoming release along with a few awesome goodies," guitarist John Petrucci said. Dream Theater are also planning to embark on a massive world tour, where they will play selections from A Dramatic Turn of Events, as well as classic, staples and fan favorites. Labelmates Trivium will support on both dates supporting their new album In Waves. "We are all very pumped about the release of A Dramatic Turn of Events this September as well as the world tour we'll embark upon in support of the album," said Petrucci. "Our first leg will bring us throughout North America where we'll showcase songs from the new album along with tons of fan favorites and a brand new tour production unlike any other that we've done before. We're equally excited to have our friends in Trivium join us as well. It's sure to be an incredible tour. We're looking forward to seeing all of our friends on the road this fall!" July 19th - 2011 Pre-order Dream Theater’s LIMITED Deluxe Collector’s Edition Box Set NOW! Go here to order - ORDER. A Dramatic Turn Of Events Deluxe Collector’s Edition Box Set Includes: - A Dramatic Turn Of Events Album - Instrumentals of the Entire Album - DVD of The Spirit Carries On – a 60 Minute Movie Documenting Dream Theater’s Drummer Auditions - Double-LP Set of A Dramatic Turn Of Events (180-Gram Vinyl in Gatefold Jacket) - Dream Theater Branded Custom Turntable Slipmat - Litho Print of Album Cover - 50 Lucky Winners Will Find a Dream Theater ‘Ticket For Life’ (Randomly Inserted) - All Content Housed in a Custom Box - Receive a Digital Download of the Album the Day BEFORE Release In Stores 9.13.11 June 28th - 2011 Be the first to listen to Dream Theater's new track! Roadrunner Records and Dream Theater are proud to announce the primiere of Dream Theater's new track, "On The Backs Of Angels", taken from their highly anticipated upcoming album, A Dramatic Turn of Events, due out this September. Tune into Roadrunner Record's Youtube Channel this Wednesday June 29th at 11:00 AM EST to stream the new track! June 8th - 2011 Dream Theater - A Dramatic Turn of Events The song titles have been released for Dream Theater's new album "A Dramatic Turn of Events". They are: 1. On the Backs of Angels 2. Build Me Up, Break Me Down 3. Lost Not Forgotten 4. This is the Life 5. The Shaman’s Trance 6. Outcry 7. Far From Heaven 8. Breaking All Illusions 9. Beneath The Surface May 2nd - 2011 Dream Theater - new photo With the addition of Mike Mangini, there is now a new DT photo. April 28th - 2011 Dream Theater - The Spirit Carries On We hope you enjoyed the first two episodes of the Drummer Documentary! You can catch the final episode on Friday, April 29th at 11 AM EST at Roadrunner Records YouTube Channel! April 27th - 2011 Dream Theater - The Spirit Carries On Dream Theater's search for a drummer continues with Episode 2 posted HERE. April 25th - 2011 Dream Theater - The Spirit Carries On Dream Theater's search for a drummer begins with Episode 1 posted HERE. April 21st - 2011 JP Signature Pick Dunlop has posted a sneak peak look at John's new signature pick. Visit the Jim Dunlop Blog to see pics. April 18th - 2011 An exclusive look into Dream Theater's search for a new drummer New York, NY: A little more than a month after original drummer Mike Portnoy’s sudden departure from Dream Theater, the band held three days of auditions in New York City. Over an amazing and productive three-day period, the band played, jammed and spoke candidly with seven of the world’s greatest drummers, learning about them musically, personally and professionally, and assessing the fit of each drummer’s incredible chops with the band’s trademark prog-rock sound. Dream Theater have been extremely sensitive to the fact that this is not only a monumental decision in their own lives, but also a critical moment in the lives of DT fans around the world. “The departure of our lifelong bandmate and friend was an unexpected and truly heartbreaking blow,” says guitarist John Petrucci. “The fact that as a result of that event we’d be introduced to seven infinitely capable and uniquely talented drummers was heartening.” Dream Theater would like to share with its fans some of the intense process, along with the musical joy, that went into choosing a new drummer. Who is the best fit behind the kit? Go to Dream Theater’s Facebook page on Thursday, 4/21 at 11 AM to sign up for the mailing list and to receive more details about an exclusive and intimate look at the auditions, and to find out exactly when and how the momentous announcement about the band’s new lineup will be made. Also on Facebook, fans will be able to find out information about the band’s upcoming 2011 World Tour. February 4th - 2011 New JP Dimarzio video Dimarzio has released a new video where John discusses his signature line of pickups. Click HERE to view it on Youtube. January 19th - 2011 TC Electronics & John Petrucci TC Electronics has posted some videos and John's toneprints with several guitar pedals. You can view them all here: 1- Clean Chorus 7:49 min. 2- Crunch Chorus 8:03 min. 3- Clean Vibrato 6:26 min. 4- Crunch Vibrato 7:40 min. 5- Clean Flanger 7:44 min. January 15th - 2011 The new JPXI from Musicman The JPXI has now been released by Musicman. For specs and more photos, visit the JPXI page on Musicman's website HERE. December 8th - 2010 John discusses the Mesa MKV and Zoom Q3HD recorder Check out the new videos below of John discussing some gear he currently uses: Mesa MKV videos: Zoom Q3HD recorder: December 7th - 2010 DT headlines High Voltage Festival Dream Theater will headline the High Voltage festival with Judas Priest in July 2011. For details, please visit the TOUR DATES section. October 27th - 2010 New gear pics We've added a couple of new gear pics courtesy of Scott Kahn/MusicPlayers.com October 8th - 2010 The Dark Eternal Night Riff The Dark Enternal Night appears 4th on a list of greatest riffs in the 21st century in Total Guitar magazine. Check it out here. October 3rd - 2010 Young Guitar JPX ad Check out one of the latest ads in Young Guitar magazine celebrating John's 10 years with Musicman guitars and the new JPX model. There is also a special promotion going on in Japan: Buy a JPX and receive $500 worth of Ernie Ball gear/acc. Gig Bag EB Wah pedal Shirt Hat Strap Pegwinder Cord September 17th - 2010 Official Facebook & Twitter Want to follow John on Facebook or Twitter? Click below and get the latest directly from JP! September 8th - 2010 DREAM THEATER PRESS RELEASE To all of our loyal fans and friends: It is with profound sadness -- regret -- we announce that Mike Portnoy, our lifelong drummer and friend, has decided to leave Dream Theater. Mike's stature in the band has meant the world to all of us professionally, musically, and personally over the years. There is no dispute: Mike has been a major force within this band. While it is true that Mike is choosing to pursue other ventures and challenges, we can assure you that Dream Theater will continue to move forward with the same intensity -- and in the same musical tradition -- that you have all helped make so successful, and which is truly gratifying to us. Fans and friends: File this episode under "Black Clouds and Silver Linings."As planned, we begin recording our newest album in January 2011, and we'll follow that with a full-on world tour. "The Spirit Carries On." All of us in Dream Theater wholeheartedly wish Mike the best on his musical journey. We have had a long and meaningful career together. It is our true hope that he finds all he is looking for, and that he achieves the happiness he deserves. He will be missed. April 16th - 2010 Best Metal Guitarist award John was voted 2010 "Best Metal Guitarist" in Guitar Player magazine's Reader's Choice Awards poll. Thanks to everyone who voted! March 18th - 2010 Iron Maiden and Dream Theater tour together A historic alliance of Iron Maiden and Dream Theater has been forged. Dream Theater will also be playing at Summer Sonic in Japan. For tour dates, click on the image below: March 15th - 2010 JP50 Stealth The new JP50 Stealth from Sterling By Musicman has been released. For more detailed info on the guitar, click on the image below: March 10th - 2010 John at Guitar Workshop Plus John will be part of the Guitar Workshop Plus program this year on July 21 & 22. For more info, click on the logo below: Jan 19th - 2010 JPX guitar introduced by Music-Man This new signature model is being released to commemorate 10 years of collaboration with Dream Theater guitarist - John Petrucci. The new body shape has a slightly thinner upper horn and a more symmetric bridge end profile. The body is also chambered for added acoustic resonance. To read more about it and its specs, please visit the Music-Man website. July 9th - 2009 New signature pickups from Dimarzio A recent collaboration between John and Dimarzio has led to the development of two new Dimarzio pickups, the LiquiFire and Crunch Lab (available for 6 and 7 string). To read more about them and get specs, please visit the Dimarzio website and click on "News". March 13th - 2009 Black Clouds and Silver Linings Progressive metal veterans DREAM THEATER have announced BLACK CLOUDS & SILVER LININGS as the title of their tenth studio album. The band commenced work on the album, their second for Roadrunner Records, following up 2007's Systematic Chaos in October of last year. Roadrunner will release the record on June 23. In addition to the standard version CD, the album will also be available on vinyl LP, as well as a 3-disc Special Edition CD that will include the full album, a CD of instrumental mixes of the album and a CD of six cover songs, the titles of which will be revealed at a later date. Six weeks prior to the June 23 street date, Roadrunner will release one cover song per week through digital retailers. Drummer Mike Portnoy and guitarist John Petrucci are once again at the helm as producers, while Paul Northfield mixed the record. The band will embark on a world tour in support of the album beginning in Europe throughout June which will be followed by the second edition of the band’s PROGRESSIVE NATION tour featuring Zappa Plays Zappa, Pain Of Salvation and Beardfish throughout North America in July/August. A video for the first single, "A Rite of Passage" will be shot in late March. The track listing for BLACK CLOUDS & SILVER LININGS is as follows: 1. A Nightmare to Remember 2. A Rite of Passage 3. Wither 4. The Shattered Fortress 5. The Best of Times 6. The Count of Tuscany Click HERE to order the cd. February 13th - 2009 Dream Theater finishing up their 10th studio album Dream Theater are currently working on their 10th studio album which has an expected release date of Summer '09. We've added the image below of John's amps and pedals currently being used in the studio recording process. June 7th - 2008 Suspended Animation tablature book The Suspended Animation Authentic Tab Edition has now been added to the JP Merchandise section of the website. For those looking to learn the songs exactly the way they were performed, this book is an accurate and a helpful resource. January 21st - 2008 Musicman announces the JP Baritone BFRs Musicman will be offering the new JP Baritone BFRs in 2008. Some new colors such as emerald burst, amethyst burst and tobacco burst have been added as finish options. To view some photos of these latest additions, please click HERE. More specs and information will be added in the near future. January 4th - 2008 New John Petrucci website release Hi everyone! I hope you all had a great holiday and Happy New Year! Here's to wishing that 2008 brings health, happiness and the fulfillment of your dreams whatever they may be. I'm excited to unveil a new look for the website this year designed by Mattias Noren of ProgArt media. We packed it full of new photos, current gear info and updated the bio and discography pages along with lots of other cool stuff! Thanks to Paul for all of his hard work in preparing the site and his continued dedication! This year will be a busy one as always with the continuation of DT's Chaos in Motion world tour as well as EB/MM clinics and a few very special LTE shows early this summer! I'm absolutely loving my BFR's and new Boogie rigs. It makes it so I just can't wait to get back on stage each night and play those guitars while getting lost in the sea of tone! The JP forum is busier than ever and I really enjoy reading your posts and all of the support you continue to show me. Thank you so much! Please keep an eye out for new Sound Mind Music products in the upcoming months. I want to give my wife Rena a very special thank you for all of her creativity, hard work and time she dedicates to our business and to our family! I look forward to seeing all of you out there on the road this year. Enjoy the new site! John December 15th - 2007 John named Guitarist of the Year in Total Guitar To view the magazine spread, please click HERE.
	May 27 - 2007 Systematic Chaos info Roadrunner Records has put up quite a bit of info regarding Dream Theater's latest release, Systematic Chaos. Click HERE to be taken to Roadrunner's site to view links to DT info, photo galleries, and other multimedia. June 5 - 2007 Systematic Chaos release DREAM THEATER'S latest release "Systematic Chaos" was released on Tuesday June 5th and is available in two formats: Click on the pictures below to order the cds. The regular cd edition: The Special Edition CD/DVD: The Special Edition DVD will include: --- the entire album mixed in 5.1 surround sound --- "Chaos in Progress - The Making of Systematic Chaos" (a 90-minute documentary directed by Mike Portnoy) The CD's track listing for both editions is: 1. In The Presence of Enemies Pt.1 (9:00) 2. Forsaken (5:36) 3. Constant Motion (6:55) 4. The Dark Eternal Night (8:51) 5. Repentance (10:43) 6. Prophets Of War (6:01) 7. The Ministry of Lost Souls (14:57) 8. In The Presence of Enemies Pt.2 (16:38)