Dream Theater's Parasomnia: A Unique Fusion of Music and Graphic Novel Artistry
Dream Theater, the iconic prog metal band, has announced a new collaboration with Z2 for a unique project called Parasomnia - The Graphic Album. This special edition combines a double LP of the band's latest album on sea-blue vinyl with a graphic novel that follows the overarching theme of Parasomnia. The album, which marks Dream Theater's 16th release and features the return of drummer Mike Portnoy, explores various disruptive sleep disorders through eight songs spanning 71 minutes.
Each song from Parasomnia will be accompanied by its own story in the graphic novel, created by award-winning writers and artists. The band's guitarist, John Petrucci, expressed his excitement about bringing their vision to life in this innovative format. Nebula award-winning author Vajra Chandrasekera also shared their thoughts on the project, highlighting the unique storytelling opportunity it presents.
Z2 President Josh Bernstein praised the collaboration with Dream Theater, emphasizing the creative and immersive experience that Parasomnia - The Graphic Album offers to fans. The release will be available in different formats, including a Platinum Edition signed by the band, a Deluxe Edition featuring the graphic novel in a slipcase with vinyl and enamel pins, and a Tour Edition exclusive to Dream Theater's live shows.
Fans can purchase the graphic album through the Loudwire merch store or Z2's webstore, with a special Tour Edition available at the band's upcoming tour stops across the U.S. The fall tour, set to kick off on Sept. 5 in Reading, Pennsylvania, will showcase the entire Parasomnia album live, providing a deeper connection to the themes explored in the graphic novel. Don't miss the chance to experience Dream Theater's music and storytelling in a whole new way.
For tickets and tour dates, visit Dream Theater's official website and catch them live as they bring Parasomnia to stages nationwide. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Dream Theater like never before with Parasomnia - The Graphic Album.