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A Savior in the square

"A Savior in the Square" is a track by American progressive metal band Dream Theater, featured on their 2016 concept album The Astonishing. Dream Theater, formed in 1985 by guitarist John Petrucci, bassist John Myung, and drummer Mike Portnoy, is known for its technically demanding compositions. The song offers electric guitarists an opportunity to explore the intricate layered arrangements and melodic sensibility that define Petrucci's signature style within a grand orchestral rock setting.

  • Dream Theater was founded in 1985 by John Petrucci, whose guitar work is a benchmark for progressive metal technique.
  • The Astonishing is a double concept album released in 2016, featuring an expansive cast of musical themes and arrangements.
  • As of 2025, Dream Theater has released sixteen studio albums, reflecting decades of complex, guitar-driven progressive metal.
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