Released: Sep 13, 2010
Genre: Power metal
Label: Roadrunner, Spinefarm
Number Of Tracks: 14
Dragonforce's first live album says everything that millions of fans have been screaming for years.
Twilight Dementia
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unregistered, on september 28, 2010 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: Twilight Dementia; Dragonforce's first live album says everything that millions of fans have been screaming for years. They can play, and can they ever. The set-list includes; Heroes of our Time, Operation Ground and Pound, Reasons to Live, Fury of the Storm, Fields of Despair, Starfire, Soldiers of the Wasteland, My Spirit Will Go On, Where Dragons Rule, The Last Journey Hom, Valley of the Damned, Strike of the Ninja, and Through the Fire and the Flames. Each song is performed with sonic precision paying exacting tribute to its studio glory. This is the album every DF fan has been waiting for as the millions of critics out there can be silenced. The mixing on this album is very impressive for a live album and is an enjoyable alternative to the sometimes overcrowded sound of the studio albums. // 9
Lyrics and Singing: If you're a big enough fan to buy this album then you know the lyrics :P. I give the lyrics 8 not because of their literal context but because of how effective the vocals are as another instrument. Due to Zp's very intense singing and "enthusiasm" his voice sometimes goes in and out on very high notes but this is to be expected in a live show when there is a lot of moving and crowd interaction. In my honest opinion this is the weakest point on a very strong album. This is not to say his vocals are in any way lacking. // 8
Impression: I love this album as it came at a time after ZP Theart departed the band. And for those who have seen Dragonforce in concert, and even those who haven't, this is a great refresher and a tribute to their accomplishments with him. I also don't know how it could be stolen on account of an iTunes purchase but I wouldn't mind a physical copy :). On a final note, I'm glad they listed Through the Fire and the Flames last. Maybe not for the reason I think but it is nice for people to listen to other perhaps less appreciated tracks and gain respect for them because they certainly do not sound the same. // 9
Twilight Dementia
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guitfiddleRR, on october 04, 2010 0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sound: Well, here it is. The long awaited Dragonforce live album. I have to admit that I was a little bit excited when I heard that Dragonforce were releasing their first live album on the tour that I saw them on. This album was supposed to be the ultimate end of the Dragonforce controversy, referring to the quality of their live performance. I have to say, I was very impressed when I saw them live, and this recorded live performance is not bad either. Granted, not many people can listen to Dragonforce for a long while because of their repetitiveness, but speaking for the performance itself, it was not bad. The solo sections were the weakest part of the album, I thought. The rhythm performances and drum performances were pretty much just like the record, but the solos were a little choppy. The album was also mixed very well. Many senior musicians I have talked to say that recording bands like Dragonforce live would be extremely difficult because of the speed, any sort of echo or misplaced recording equipment would easily make a live recording sound terrible. It seems as though they put some honest effort into this, as far as recording and mixing, and for that they deserve credit. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: Everything has already been said about Dragonforce lyrics themselves. Repetative, Cheesy, Epic, Epically Repetitive, the list goes on. I will speak just for this live performance. The performance is definitely sufficient enough for a live record. It is not quite as strong as the studio versions, but that is to be expected. One element I do enjoy is there is a lot of swearing from late lead singer ZP Theart. That was his signature stage move, and it reminded me of when I saw them live. He does make the record seem authentic. The few parts where bassist Frederic Leclercq do a line of lead vocal also make the performance seem authentic. // 8
Impression: So, does the long awaited question finally get answered with this album? My answer is yes. I actually saw them on the North American tour they took before taking the English tour this was recorded on (so technically I didn't see them on this actual tour), and their live performance honestly impressed me. From what I know, most of their bad concert reviews came from the "Inhuman Rampage" tour, my bet is that they made an effort to step up their live performance for the next album. If you are a die hard Dragonforce fan, this album is definitely a necessity. Although, if you're a low to moderate fan like me, you may not listen to it a lot. I may get it one day, but listening to it online is fine for now. // 8
I love the setlist in their live album. Since DragonForce created their own live album, I decided to convert my TTFAF Live GP/PT tabs from the one they did in Graspop 2006 to the one in this album.
After listening a to some tracks, it amazes me that they can actually play their own music, let alone play it well. By the way, the cheese is spectacular.
The worst release name ever. I mean, Twilight Dementia? What is that even supposed to mean? What does that have to do with live albums? Nor Dragonforce?
Ive always respected them, and I love theyre playing, and Im amazed they can actually play their stuff. But I wont be buying this or any Dragonforce album since every single song sounds exactly the same...
The worst release name ever. I mean, Twilight Dementia? What is that even supposed to mean? What does that have to do with live albums? Nor Dragonforce?
After listening a to some tracks, it amazes me that they can actually play their own music, let alone play it well. By the way, the cheese is spectacular.
Keep in mind that this album was probably recorded after they acquired in-ear monitors, so their shitty performances that they became known for were from before that time.
Album is distinctly meh for me due to the lack of variety in their songs, but they are a very fun band in a live setting and they manage to convey it fairly well here.
Ive always respected them, and I love theyre playing, and Im amazed they can actually play their stuff. But I wont be buying this or any Dragonforce album since every single song sounds exactly the same...
For a band thats gotten boo'd of the stage they sure get popular. Every single song sounds the exact same though...
What's great about this album, beyond the fact that it is another ear-orgasming record, is that the only thing DF haters can say now is that their songs sound the same/lyrics suck. The "thei cnt plei live hurr" dispute can be put to rest with this release
Saw them live on the sonic firestorm tour years ago and everything was flawless, their an incredible live band in a small venue, don't like them enough anymore to buy this album but a DVD would be entertaining, their ****ed now without another singer
Are you sure its 8.7 not like 4.7? I think there way overrated.. Herman Li should play with Gus G and hear a real power metal player, Gus G is god and.. Herman Li.. is okay
I look forward to getting this. I've seen DF mess up badly on stage and all but oh well. Really would love to see the precision they have on the records maintained live..
Are you sure its 8.7 not like 4.7? I think there way overrated.. Herman Li should play with Gus G and hear a real power metal player, Gus G is god and.. Herman Li.. is okay
Herman Li is a better player, but Gus is a better musician. IT DOES MAKE SENSE.
The worst release name ever. I mean, Twilight Dementia? What is that even supposed to mean? What does that have to do with live albums? Nor Dragonforce?
I actually listened to this and to be honest, it is alrite. The solos and playing is DEFINITELY not 100 percent accurate to the album, but its legit. Granted it is the same old repetative crap, but its performed well
Are you sure its 8.7 not like 4.7? I think there way overrated.. Herman Li should play with Gus G and hear a real power metal player, Gus G is god and.. Herman Li.. is okay
Herman Li is a better player, but Gus is a better musician. IT DOES MAKE SENSE.
Sam Totman is a better guitarist than Herman...Gus G. is and always will be the best in Power Metal. Herman Li is too flashy. DragonForce is still great, but they don't stand up to Gus G. at all.
As opposed to...? I kind of assumed that Dragonforce were just a guilty pleasure for anyone that actually listens to power metal or appreciates virtuosity.
i watched them play live and it was just really bad..... sorry to all the fans but they really cant lay their songs live... cant think of any other reason that their guitars were turned down so low the crowd had to struggle to hear them.....
The worst release name ever. I mean, Twilight Dementia? What is that even supposed to mean? What does that have to do with live albums? Nor Dragonforce?
Stupid Guitar Hero...YOU RUINED DRAGONFORCE!!! ITS ALL YOUR FAULT!!!
+1
Heard some of the songs and ZP's voice isn't nearly as good as on the records, don't know why. I saw them on this tour and he was way better at that show than on this album. Maybe they're pissed at him for leaving so they chose a performance that would make him look bad, i dunno. Other than that though, sounds good.
And then either people grow up and end their life t 26 by getting married, playing Madden games and only liking old music, OR they hang on to the part inside of us that made us feel alive as a kid, and combine it with who we become as we mature. That's what DF represents... for me.
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