Wow - complexity, creativity, musicality, chops, and it really rocks. This is Neal Morse at the height of his brilliant powers. And not a bad supporting crew...!
Apparently God has not closed the valve on the Keystone-esque pipeline of hooky melodies that flows straight from glory to Neal's fevered brain, nor has Neal's love affair with prog abated in any measurable way. He is a one-man prog movement, a freight train with the throttle jammed wide open. An unstoppable force with lots of "momentum." Prog might be going the way of the dinosaur, but Morse and crew simply refuse to participate in the mass extinction. It's not just about chops, either. It's about passion, meaning, and transendence. 70's prog had a nobility, an idealism to it, guided to a great degree by the "flower child" Eastern philosophies of the day. Since then, prog lost its moral compass and degraded to math-rock chops-fests and nostalgia acts. Neal has seen fit to pluck the New Age heart from the genre and give it a transplant. A Christian heart now beats within the old girl, and she's better for it. The clear-eyed idealism and innocence are back, now infused with the Holy Ghost's power ever since Neal parted ways with the Beard. The old girl is looking better all the time now! Anyone who bristles at this shift should learn to be more tolerant of Morse's theological motivations. Those of us who are Christians and prog fans have had to stomach the hippie-trippy mysticism and paganism of prog's origins for decades. We got over it and still enjoyed the music. You will, too. Play on, Neal.
4 years and still a valuable comment right here, specially the last paragraph. People live and judge under double standards. As for Neil, his music is getting better by the year.
Edward X. Winston Its 4 years ago but if you are still there - WELL SAID!! You have a very poetic way with words. Are you a journalist? Writer? Applause!
Thank God for guys like Neal and Mike and all involved for making such amazing music. With all the crap that floods the airways its so refreshing to know these dudes walk the earth and carry the torch for progressive rock music! This CD is AMAZING front start to finish. Thanks guys!
Neal, I recently wondered, if your best days are over now, but the more I listen to this the more I get the feeling, that you are only getting started... You are like a wine that gets better, the older it is. God bless you, Neal!
I agree with Mike Portnoy, Neal's albums just keep getting better. Looking foreword to seeing the Momentum tour on Oct. 12. from "the Light" to this years "Flying Colors" & "Momentum" thank you for all the wonderful music. you are also a christian inspiration!
Another masterpiece from Neal Morse... I literally woke up this morning unable to fully function until i heard this song all over again because the enchanting arrangement wouldn't leave my head
Not only is this a superb song, but the video creating/editing is especially nice to watch for this musician! I'd love to see more from Neal made exactly like this.
Found this through Randy George's Facebook timeline. I had to listen to it twice.... (Have my tickets for Morsefest 2016. To say I'm psyched is an understatement!)
Just got this album today - so a-maz-ing! Pre-ordered it and got it EARLY! Yeaaaaahhhh! This video doesn't do the song justice. It's even better on the album.
That was totally Kick Ass. I watch all the videos on RUclips for Transatlantic and I'm surprised that this is the 1st time that this video came up under recommended videos for me.
Oh my friend! You are trully lucky ! I'm from Argentina and I seriously doubt that Neal will ever come this way to perform! Have a nice time! Best of luck
Great musicians making great music! Can't help but listen to this with a big smile. They make it sound so easy... and good Neal is a genius and he has the best mates!
Fantastic musicians - fascinating song. Was so blown away by the playing that I barely paid attention to the lyrics - though sung masterfully. Will have to watch this again to mine the meaning. Great job here. Must hear more from Neal.
i absolutely adore this song. i think it definitely has the strongest spock's beard vibe that i've heard from neal probably since he left the band. also as always mike has blown my mind again. overall despite neal "repeating" himself on the last few albums he still manages to write at least a few songs that are a fresh addition to his discography.
I`m 17 and don`t listen to anything else than prog!! I justplayed this on drums today! so fucking awsome feeling to play Prog! PROG FOREVER - AMEN
i'm 14 and i'm having multiple eargasms right now with this song.
Came for the neal, stayed for the mike
The best part 00:00-7:54
Wow - complexity, creativity, musicality, chops, and it really rocks. This is Neal Morse at the height of his brilliant powers. And not a bad supporting crew...!
Back again for more! Thanks for this masterpiece.
this is the kind of challenge that Mike needs... he looks happy, really happy
Youre totally right! im 17 and i wish more people in my age could listen to real music!
It´s YOUR mission to spread these gems in the midst of your generation :))
Neal is such a goofball. But he's the master. Plain and simple.
Apparently God has not closed the valve on the Keystone-esque pipeline of hooky melodies that flows straight from glory to Neal's fevered brain, nor has Neal's love affair with prog abated in any measurable way. He is a one-man prog movement, a freight train with the throttle jammed wide open. An unstoppable force with lots of "momentum." Prog might be going the way of the dinosaur, but Morse and crew simply refuse to participate in the mass extinction.
It's not just about chops, either. It's about passion, meaning, and transendence. 70's prog had a nobility, an idealism to it, guided to a great degree by the "flower child" Eastern philosophies of the day. Since then, prog lost its moral compass and degraded to math-rock chops-fests and nostalgia acts.
Neal has seen fit to pluck the New Age heart from the genre and give it a transplant. A Christian heart now beats within the old girl, and she's better for it. The clear-eyed idealism and innocence are back, now infused with the Holy Ghost's power ever since Neal parted ways with the Beard. The old girl is looking better all the time now!
Anyone who bristles at this shift should learn to be more tolerant of Morse's theological motivations. Those of us who are Christians and prog fans have had to stomach the hippie-trippy mysticism and paganism of prog's origins for decades. We got over it and still enjoyed the music. You will, too.
Play on, Neal.
Inspiration right from the origin .... Up there :)
Edward!!! Dude....... You are awesome........
Edward X. Winston amen.
4 years and still a valuable comment right here, specially the last paragraph. People live and judge under double standards. As for Neil, his music is getting better by the year.
Edward X. Winston Its 4 years ago but if you are still there - WELL SAID!! You have a very poetic way with words. Are you a journalist? Writer? Applause!
Dear Neal, thank you and your friends for making our life brighter.
Thank God for guys like Neal and Mike and all involved for making such amazing music.
With all the crap that floods the airways its so refreshing to know these dudes walk the earth and carry the torch for progressive rock music! This CD is AMAZING front start to finish. Thanks guys!
Neal, I recently wondered, if your best days are over now, but the more I listen to this the more I get the feeling, that you are only getting started... You are like a wine that gets better, the older it is.
God bless you, Neal!
Portnoy must’ve been so stoked to play on a “thoughts” track. He’s enough of a music fan to know that’s significant
Didn’t he play on the whole album?
I agree with Mike Portnoy, Neal's albums just keep getting better.
Looking foreword to seeing the Momentum tour on Oct. 12.
from "the Light" to this years "Flying Colors" & "Momentum" thank you
for all the wonderful music. you are also a christian inspiration!
I have no words....ssssssssspectaular!!
This is one of Neal's best songs. It's incredible.
WOOOOOOOOWWW!!!!!!!!! CANT WAIT FOR THE ALBUM!!
Another masterpiece from Neal Morse... I literally woke up this morning unable to fully function until i heard this song all over again because the enchanting arrangement wouldn't leave my head
I feel that...
Not only is this a superb song, but the video creating/editing is especially nice to watch for this musician! I'd love to see more from Neal made exactly like this.
One of the best songs he's ever made.
The best musician on the planet who keeps on putting out amazing music year after year. Amazing song.
Sooooo coooool!!! We're waiting for you in Argentina, Neal. =)
I 'm caught somewhere between "DANG!" and "WOW!" "D-WOWG!" Mind blowing.
Found this through Randy George's Facebook timeline. I had to listen to it twice.... (Have my tickets for Morsefest 2016. To say I'm psyched is an understatement!)
Neal has assembled such a great crew of musicians.
As usual, great music from Morse-Portnoy-George.
WOW! That was amazing. God bless all of you. Awesome vocals my cousin Eric Ang. :)
Just got this album today - so a-maz-ing! Pre-ordered it and got it EARLY! Yeaaaaahhhh! This video doesn't do the song justice. It's even better on the album.
randy´s solo on guitar is awesome. the whole song is mayebe the best stuff neal recorded in years. i want it now
This song ages so well. Beauty!
Wow, this must be the most densely layered song Morse has ever written!
The vocal parts always remind me of Gentle Giant....excellent...
I'm having a YES experience !!!! And I know what ur saying they're all relative!
This is SO far beyond amazing! This band should be huge!
Neal Morse, great man, great creator of music, great collaborator. I saw Morsefest 2019 before all the Pandemic business. Glad I did!
This is pure gold.
Wow! as always with these guys WOW!
Neal, God Bless you and your Prog Spirit through Christ! Maranatha!
Prog-rock at its finest.
Eky Lee with MP 'drive' they play, sing, and ROCK
That was totally Kick Ass. I watch all the videos on RUclips for Transatlantic and I'm surprised that this is the 1st time that this video came up under recommended videos for me.
Oh my friend! You are trully lucky ! I'm from Argentina and I seriously doubt that Neal will ever come this way to perform! Have a nice time! Best of luck
Masterpiece
Thanks for the music Neal (+ Randy+ Mike too of course). This sounds fantastic - cant wait to get it next month!
Aaah, it's good to hear Mike Portnoy again :)
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
Great musicians making great music!
Can't help but listen to this with a big smile.
They make it sound so easy... and good
Neal is a genius and he has the best mates!
My copy of the album arrived yesterday. Hopefully they play this and World Without End on the tour. =P
Amazing, man! Simply amazing! You've made a fan here!
amazing song! aaaaamaziiiiing!!!
Wow!!! That's fantastic.
What an energy and creativity! This music gives me a whole lot of positive feelings.
I love this song so much
This is soooo good! Neal Morse forever!
How is it that I have not seen this video before today? Lol.
I love it
truly amazing!!!!!!!! wowww and randy was awesome!!!!!
Fantastic! One of Neals best songs ever! Can´t wait to hear the album
Amazing!! Can't wait to see them in Nashville Oct. 2
Totally Progonatios!! I love the musicality and maturity of musicianship!
YEAH..... We want more of that! Great stuff...
This is so great, can't wait for the album.
Fantastic musicians - fascinating song. Was so blown away by the playing that I barely paid attention to the lyrics - though sung masterfully. Will have to watch this again to mine the meaning. Great job here. Must hear more from Neal.
Now this makes me even more excited about seeing these guys in Seattle Oct. 7th at the EMP!!!!!
Oh dear! So awesome!
Madre mia!! increible,increible,increible,increible,increible,increible,increible,increible!!
Man i love this song. It's one of the reason i got this amazing CD :)
polyphony. amazing, man!
Hi Neal,
Just recently discovered you and your music, your various bands as well as your books. A great inspiration my friend!!
Fantastic!!!
Awesome!!!
That was sooo good!
They were having a blast 💥
Thumbs up if you also think Mike Portnoy is the best Drummer ever
As a devout atheist, this is the only Christian music I would ever, ever listen to. It’s just so good.
I love this song when you played yesterday in Mexico!
This is just... AMAZING!
Holy Schniekeys! The Concorde is taking off at the 4:00 mark. Can't wait to hear the whole album!
Heavy, Melodic, Rockin'! Love it guys!
The part at 0:03 is from Thoughts (Pt. 1). The part at 0:09 is from Thoughts (Pt. 2).
Saw it performed live last night (10/09/2012) in Denver and it was epic...
Oh my God, i LOVE this!!!!
WOW! I litteraly have no other words to say....
Great!!! I'm a fan!
Crazy awesome !
This is awesome.
OMG...5:12 sounds so ... GENESIS!!! Neal is amazing
Just incredible!
AWESOME!!!!!!!!
Simply awesome
Portnoy was, is and wil always be fuking awesome!
Fantastic! You guys better do this LIVE on tour!!! Pleeeaase?
Solo se me ocurre una palabra : Maestros !!
Wow! You Guys pulled off The Queens Deal..
Really Crisp and Refreshing
i absolutely adore this song. i think it definitely has the strongest spock's beard vibe that i've heard from neal probably since he left the band. also as always mike has blown my mind again. overall despite neal "repeating" himself on the last few albums he still manages to write at least a few songs that are a fresh addition to his discography.
Probably the best part of Thoughts... but I love all the parts!
Amazing!!!
This Eric dude sounds awesome!
Great Talent Neal Band 🎸🎹🌈🔥😎🔥 congrats guys 👋
It will be released on September, 10th if I'm not wrong ! Can't wait
WOW!!!!! AWESOME.
Mike is back again!!!!
JUST FUCKING AMAZING !!! the best i've ever heard in YEARS !!!!
I was in two minds on buying this album before watching this video.
*BRAIN-MELTS*
Wait, did I just buy it? Hoorah!