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A Dramatic Turn of Events is the eleventh studio album by American progressive metal band Dream Theater, released in 2011 through Roadrunner Records. The album is the first to feature drummer Mike Mangini, who joined the band following the departure of founding member Mike Portnoy in 2010. The album marked a return to the band's earlier melodic progressive metal style after the heavier direction of their previous album, Black Clouds & Silver Linings. The lead single "On the Backs of Angels" was nominated for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance at the 54th Grammy Awards.
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Why is Mike Mangini important to A Dramatic Turn of Events?
The 2011 album is Dream Theater’s first studio record with drummer Mike Mangini. He joined after founding drummer Mike Portnoy departed the band.
Which songs are the main entry points on A Dramatic Turn of Events?
On the Backs of Angels was the album’s lead single, while Breaking All Illusions became one of its major long-form pieces. Both tracks show Dream Theater’s combination of heavy riffs, melodic sections, and extended instrumental passages.
Is A Dramatic Turn of Events a concept album?
No, it is not presented as one continuous fictional narrative like a traditional concept record. Released through Roadrunner Records in 2011, it is a collection of connected stylistic statements rather than a single plot.
How did Dream Theater’s lineup change affect the album?
The central change was the replacement of Mike Portnoy with Mike Mangini on drums. The album still features core members James LaBrie, John Petrucci, John Myung, and Jordan Rudess.
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