You get the impression that former Dream Theater front man Charlie Dominici used the past 16 years since he left the America’s elite prog-metal act, with whom he recorded their debut release When Dream And Day Unite in 1989, exclusively to save his strength for a truly monumental work. Now he is about to release the third and final part of his 03 trilogy, proving emphatically that he still hasn’t run out of important things to say, in terms of both his music and his lyrics. Dominici refers to his music as “melodic progressive metal”, forging an arch with his compositions from ultra-tough riff monsters through atmospheric soundscapes to quiet, almost intimate moments.

With a gripping album that unites metal and progressive rock, former Dream Theater lead vocalist Charlie Dominici makes an impressive return to the spotlight. His new album ‘O3 A Trilogy - Part 2’ enthrals listeners with diverse musical elements and an ambitious concept.