Another classic release from Dream Theater. Nothing particularly fancy about this release that makes it a “huge” development of their sound or what not, but they amped up the hooks and melodies and built them into their technical progressive metal sound to make for an album that’s both uber-catchy and intellectually stimulating. Great stuff!

1. In the Presence of Enemies 9.5/10
2. Forsaken 9/10
3. Constant Motion 9/10
4. The Dark Eternal Night 9/10
5. Repentence 7.5/10
6. Prophets of War 8/10
7. Ministry of Lost Souls 7.5/10
8. In the Presence of Enemies Part II 8.5/10

Best Tracks: In the Presence of Enemies Pts. I and II, Forsaken, Constant Motion