John Petrucci - Happy Song (Official Audio)
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
- TERMINAL VELOCITY ALBUM OUT NOW! - orcd.co/Termin...
Terminal Velocity marks the first solo album by John Petrucci to be released in 15 years, as well as, his first through The Orchard Music on his Sound Mind Music record label. The artwork was created by Sean M. Smith at Echo Designlab (Stone Sour, Hollywood Undead, In This Moment). Terminal Velocity was written and produced by John Petrucci, recorded by James ‘Jimmy T’ Meslin and mixed and mastered by Andy Sneap (Judas Priest, Killswitch Engage, Arch Enemy).
The album sees the return of bassist Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs, Flying Colors) who played on John’s debut solo album and subsequent G3 tours, as well as, an eagerly anticipated reunion with former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic, Winery Dogs, Sons Of Apollo). “It was awesome bringing Dave back to play bass on this album. He is just such a monster player who can handle anything you throw at him with tastefulness and unmatched musicality. His melodic approach to bass lines along with impeccable technique and groove for days really stands out on these tunes.”
Portnoy’s appearance on Terminal Velocity marks the first recording of the guitarist and his former bandmate in over a decade and the first since Portnoy left the band in 2010. “Having Mike play drums on this record was really special for me and he did an absolutely incredible job navigating the various styles and technical challenges my music presented in the way that only he can do. It was very cathartic for the both of us, I think, to be playing music together again after all these years and it really felt great! Mike’s spirited, intuitive and energetic playing truly helped to elevate these new songs to a level that I couldn’t be happier with.”
In the beginning of March 2020 while the COVID-19 global pandemic was unrelentingly reeking it’s havoc on the world and especially NY, John started working on the music that would make up Terminal Velocity at the DT Headquarters on Long Island with engineer Jimmy T at the helm. “All DT touring for the rest of the year was either being cancelled or postponed and even though I had already planned on starting the project this Spring, I suddenly found myself with many unanticipated months at home. Jimmy T and I would head into the DTHQ 5 days week for about 2 and a half months and, as I wrote and constructed the new tunes, he was right there capturing it all and turning it into a record. Initially, he programmed drums and we shared bass playing responsibilities just to get the ideas to a place where they sounded like completed and cohesive songs but we always anticipating that ‘work in progress’ drums and bass would eventually be replaced.”
The 9 songs on Terminal Velocity showcase John’s affinity for writing tightly-weaved guitar instrumental powerhouses that feature everything from monster riff breaks to passion-filled melodic themes worthy of film soundtracks, to all-out shred extravaganzas that leave the listener feeling like they just stepped off of a thrilling musical roller coaster ride. “Much like the songs on my first solo album, Suspended Animation, I wanted the new tunes to really showcase what I’m all about as a player and to give an up-to-date depiction of where I am musically and how I like to express myself on the instrument. It’s about capturing the attitude of the performances and of course as always, very much about capturing the tone that I’ve worked so hard over the years to develop and refine.”
Although a few of the songs that make up Terminal Velocity were actually written quite a long time ago and even played live but never properly recorded, over half the album’s content is new music that John created while in the studio during the quarantine. “I believe that making this record when I did really helped me to maintain a sense of stability and normalcy during such a crazy time in our history.” “It was encouraging for me and my family to embrace something so hopeful and positive as we faced a very uncertain future in the music industry and in the world and for that, I am truly grateful for having music be such a big part of my life.”
Track listing:
1.Terminal Velocity
2.The Oddfather
3.Happy Song
4.Gemini
5.Out Of The Blue
6.Glassy-Eyed Zombies
7.The Way Things Fall
8.Snake In My Boot
9.Temple Of Circadia
“Scottie doesn’t know, don’t tell Scottie” ❤️❤️🤟🏼🤟🏼
Just checked by Algo. No lawsuit this time. 🤣
100%
I thought the same just when I hear it
0:28 Really does remind me of "Scottie doesn't know", I think it's at least a step or two down though and the melody is slightly different, but similar enough for more than one person to pick up on it and come here to leave a comment 😆
Man what a classic movie imo. 😂
2020: *happens*
John Petrucci: happy song!
haha!
Totally true 👍
Of course he's happy. He can destroy worlds by shredding too fast. Why would he care about a stupid virus?
😂😂😂
@Turururu Indeed. A very good ending for the year would be to get that damn moron Trump away from White House.
Sum41 : Dear John
John Petrucci : Yes, you're one of my childhood inspirations
But a little bit more Rush and Metallica. :D :D :D
Sum41 was formed in 1996. Petrucci was 29 in that year :v
This is just an Happy "Still Waiting" lol
haha
Psychologyst: NO!, Progressive Punk doesn't exists
Petrucci: hold my happy song
😂
Funny is I believe there is a song by NOFX that could legitimately be called like that! “The Decline”. Great song!
@@alexandreavelar9696 Yeah that song is awesome!
Prog punk does exist. They're called Mama Ladilla and they've been a thing since 1993. :) Check out Requesound sometime.
EXACTLY WHAT I THOUGHT 🤣🤣🤣
John using major scales, he knows that the major scales are so happy ha, ha, ha, I love this song!!
Oswaldo
As well in Terminal Velocity the title track. That's one uplifting song. I love it.
i love it too
like satrien and steve vai and coban and my dad
Dear John Petrucci, thank you for your amazing music!
You, Dream Theater and LTE saved me from having suicidal thoughts.
I find it funny that almost nobody recognizes this song from the G3 Tour 8 years ago, back then it was called Cloud Ten, been waiting for this to officially come out for so long, glad it's finally here!
I totally recognized it. From G3
I KNEW I heard it before...couldn't put my finger on it though. Nice catch!
@MOBsta Imaging eurotrip
Hi, just let me tell you that I eventually had the pleasure to watch him play it live 8 years ago on tour...love this song! 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
A true fellow traveler!
Once a friend asked me what makes me happy? I said good music! Then I got an incomprehensible questioning look! I think only people who make or have made music understand that! Just sit there, close your eyes, and enjoy, not everyone can! This song put a smile on my face and had this tingling sensation several times that ran down my neck!
Petrucci and Portnoy are simply the best musicians! Absolute perfection!
@@LETSTALKENTERTAINMENT Of course Not only! If non-Musicians embrace this Kinda Music even better! Music can make everyone happy!
It's called frisson.
@@LETSTALKENTERTAINMENT thats the rule for pop artist cmon man.
It has a 'get up and get it done' feeling.
Agree sir. Only musicians truly understand why a song is named Happy Song.
This has such a 90s Green Day/Blink 182 feel to it. Shows the versatility of the man. Excellent
Yeah that was my first thought in the intro.
LOL
No way blink 182 or177 or sum 41 or 99(with due respect to those punk bands)
@Sebastian You need to chill. The one riff in this song is clearly inspired by pop punk. No one is insulting John Petrucci or taking away from the complexities of his music by acknowledging that.
@Sebastian my thoughts exactly.
"Mangini doesn't know that Portnoy and me are recording this every Sunday"
Francisco Quirola 🤫
John and Mike didn't even join up in person to lay tracks. John had all tracks pre-recorded then sent them to mike to lay drums to them. John P. is playing bass too on many of these songs.
@@willacewallace5905 ua-cam.com/video/0Vyj1C8ogtE/v-deo.html
Willace Wallace Wrong pup. Watch the Petrucci interview with Ola. The tracks were done but Mike stayed at Johns house for a week and did the drum tracks in his studio.
@@Killerklownsfromouterspace I did see the Ola bit. My point was that the tracks were laid down and that's that. No rearranging and recording tracks together. According to the interview, John said "here are the tracks they're not moving"
I am so glad he and Portnoy are back in Dream Theater together. It's like Jagger and Richards, or Paul and John. These two elevate each other
John isn't just playing music, he plays himself. Whenever i hear a song from John, you can almost feelhis emotions. What a nice guy he is
I hope he doesn´t go blind or grow some nasty hair on his palms.
Couldn't agree more. His hand could sing for our heart.
He plays himself with himself
@@patzino7701 😂😂😂
the tremolo picking at 3:48 is THE FASTEST ive ever heard. oh my word
Jeff loomis style run. How is he getting faster with age
@@killz323 The man never stops practicing. It's the key to all guitar related questions like "oh how does he/she do that?" Practice babyyy!
It's not the tremolo.It's shredding.
@@Αχέρων lol are you referring to the tremolo bar? That's a different thing than tremolo picking
@@wanderlustwellman Oh man sorry.I misunderstand you.You are right.
岸さんファイト🔥早くRIZINの会場に戻ってきて下さい🔥
After listening to the album for the 4th time, I feel that John wanted to share some happiness with his fans. I felt that. Thank you John!
One of the best tune of the album! Cheers from Italy!
cazzo se hai ragione!
Al primo ascolto non mi aveva conquistato, ma poi... cheers!
Mike portnoy drummer yg bernyawa , perpaduan sangat klop dng john petruci ,
I found my passion for life again after being wilted by DT's music lately.
The best Petrucci and portnoy
And Dave
.. anytime, thank you!
0:40 - 0:52
All the
Small things
True care
Truth brings
Killer - gionnyscandal
Like an appetizer
Way better that the live version 'Cloud Ten'... rhythm guitars, MP's energetic drumming and that change in the last chorus just makes this song explode!
True
Best anime song of all time.
No for real now this is making me cry remembering my dbz childhood.
And Petrucci, Portnoy and la Rue are allways magical
John Petrucci - guitar, production
Mike Portnoy - drums
Dave LaRue - bass guitar
PORTNOY POGGERS
I have to listen everyday because this song makes me happy everyday
amen
All the songs are incredibly uplifting, incredible John!
Saw John play this live on the G3 tour in Hammersmith, London. So glad it has made it to the album. Mad love and respect from Nepal🇳🇵🤘🏼
You're lucky man... I'm also big fan from Nepal
I see that Mike and John are together, im happy, everyones happy.
There is something so innocent and full of life about this track. The feeling of joy, adventure, dreams becoming true and pure ecstasy.
Was anyone else upset that “Cloud Ten” wasn’t on the album, then heard this song and was happy???
Wasn't always "cloud ten (the happy song)"?
Vicente Gutierrez that’s the point... it was called cloud ten when played live. Some videos may have put (the happy song) but not all.
@@flahgdoe4558 oh, because it *seems* the point is that you thought the song wasn't on the album...
Vicente Gutierrez exactly my dude
Totally :D Now my tabs posted on Ultimate guitar has a wrong name
Awesome Song! Reminds me of ‘Wishful Thinking’ from Suspended Animation. Really that Vibe! 🙂
An incredible guitar player. I know almost all the songs of Dream Theater, and their musician‘s side projects. Musicians from outer space ...
FANTASTIC!!! I wish you had called it "TOGETHER AGAIN" - Because this is what it sounds like inside of every fan having Mike Portnoy BACK!!!!! EPIC!!!!!
This song make me happy
This one is my favourite in this album. This one reminds me childhood , school days.....
❤️happy 🤘❤️😊
JP MP Dave have created a new style: progressive punk
Not so fast. Try out Mamá Ladilla some time. ;) ua-cam.com/video/zoq_bCvCRAw/v-deo.html
Progressive Punk would be something like Propaghandi
Very Happy style! The new Melrose Petrucci Place!
This song is perfect when starting your day, you can feel motivated and happy. Thanks John and Mike! 🤗
Mike tyson???
Feelin some kind of pop punk-ish vibe
The soul of a pertrucci guitar tune comes alive to perfection with the magical Portnoy beat
My chest is filled with emotion. Tears of joy. Wow! Just….do it again.
Petrucci fenomenal!
This Song makes me so happy
Mike's drums makes the happy song happier 😁😁
Epic, that’s the word to describe this masterpiece of an album and song🤘
Terminal Velocity and Open Source by Kiko Loureiro are the best guitar hero solo album in 2020 and far beyond
You are a genious maestro! Congratulationa from Paraguay 🇵🇾🇵🇾🇵🇾🇵🇾🇵🇾🇵🇾❤️
Saw Petrucci a few weeks ago. He was incredible (as always) and it seemed he had A LOT of fun playing with his old friend/bandmate Portnoy.
Petrucci the best already did everything!
at the exact moment now he knows about the marketing business and how to keep people attentive to all the fans of portnoy
The best album in the entire world. For this we waited so long and it is so good. History in the making
The best song in album!
That's too much happiness for me
🙌 We are really happy now, Sir Pertrucci & Portnoy , Thank You
Fill in your memories, shout out you sadness, enjoy the Happy Song, Just ride along it will take you somewhere you belong...
"Terminal Velocity" is Great.
The more he gets older the more he amazes me with unlimited thinking and emotion that he riffs John u r really true Guitar 🎸 god god bless u always n thanks for the amazing track my ear drums are dancing nowwww.......
He blesses himself
@@attilahun8541 more like petrucci blesses jesus XD
The Great.
Should we call it Technical Punk rock? This is beautiful man. Thank you🙏🏻
Prog punk?
@@elijahgray3717 Prog Punk is like Cardiacs, great stuff
@@oceanmachine1906 Hahaha! Tim Smith despised this terminology, he prefered something like "pop" or "psychedelic" in order to describe his lovely music... A very special man
Technical punk sounds about right. I wouldn't call this prog punk just because it has a few odd time signatures in the bridge section.
Whenever I listen to this, the following wish comes to mind "Heal the pride I once had, Remove the one that keeps me sad"
This is a happy song
It does make me smile.
8 years I waited. 8 damned years. And boy, worth it...
Cloud Ten is alive.
I missed this song so much,thanks John for giving us your music.
The end of this song is epic!
Portnoooooooyyyyy!!! Amém!
Yeah Happy Song make me Happy Thanks Mr. JP..MP..DL
Love the vibe here, uplifting, energetic, and fabulous synergy between the players. Excellent job, John, Dave, and Mike!
Johnie doesn't know, Johnie doesn't know, Johnie doesnt knnwowww
Really happy to hear that.
The beginning sounds a bit like *Blink 182 - M+M's* and then transitioned into *Sum 41 - Still Waiting* kinda vibe. Such a _90's Punk Rock_ vibe. Thanks John for bringing back the memories!
Man, at first I was disappointed when I saw the published playlist not containing Cloud Ten, but then... THIS HAPPENED!! It was a huge surprise to me to see that he actually included it in the album man. This album is absolutely fantastic, I love every single aspect of it. Thank you John, you made everyone's day and brought a huge amount of happiness to all of your fans!! Peace and God bless you so much!!!
Could not have said it better!
I'm happy my face just melted.
Finally, a song from this album that is not just technical :p
Happy song is Happy song...John Petrucci. You are Great
U cant deny their chemistry and dynamics 2:12-2:19
Wonderful ,Petrucci my god
3:43 reminds me of glassgow kiss ❤ ... again this number was more than a treat to listen... thank u JP the legend🙌
good song
Now I know why its called Happy Song ...,such a wonderfull composition bro ..🤘🤘👍👍
I grew up loving pop punk and prog and never understand how those two loves made any coherent sense. Now I know how. God bless you, JP.
This is one of my favs of the new album
Portnoy on point. I'd want him backing me in goal in beer hockey.🍻
MM on drum = "Happy Song"
MP on drum = "Very Happy Song"
😢AMAZING!!!!Your Fan from the Philippines!!🇵🇭Keep safe guys!!🤘
This Happy Song makes me feel so good. Yeah! Petrucci and Portnoy I can feel happyness you recording this song. Thanks 🤟🏼
CLOUD TEN!!!
What a happy tune.. Love it!! Thankyou JP 🤘🏼🤘🏼
In 30 yrs of seeing metal bands i'd like to see john come to Adelaide for a gig just supurb guitaring you can feel his soul pulling you in.
Ingenioso riff y tremendo trémolo!! Gracias, desde Argentina !!
fits as intro to any American sitcom ever
Amazing!!
The title really fits with the song!! 😀😊
Really uplifting.
this song should be in a movie in the credits section boom!!!
It seems like Petrucci doesn't know SCOTTY DOESN'T KNOW.
Nice
Haha
Petrucci doesn't know, don't tell Petrucci...
I bet he knows and is making fun of it kkk
Man this comment made me crack a smile on my otherwise gloomy day.
It is the song he is killing it in this album
Mangini: a world-class percussionist.
Portnoy: a real drummer.
Masterpiece
I’m just really glad that MP fills the drum of this whole album,especially after watching an old video called “Cloud ten” with MM as drummer. As a former drummer that covers DT song in the past I respect them both,but MP fills on drums just give a different energy and vibe to the song and makes me wanna bang my head so much that I time traveled to 2021.
It's not fair compare both of them from this song. Back then MM only there to be an additional player to support JP fill in the drums so there's no thought process coming, just the basic of the song and a bit of practice time and I think MM did a good job. In this one, MP is full-time drummer for this album so there's a lot prep and time to perfect the song. But yeah I'm glad that they finally make music together again after a decade and I respect both Mike!
tompramana account thanks for your explanation on MM man, really appreciate it. Like I said,I respect them both and admire the works from both Mike. Maybe I was saying it wrong but what I’m trying to express is that I’m really glad that JP and Mike finally get together making music again after all these years.
Although I really love and enjoy all the DT albums post MP (especially distance over time),I honestly still miss the feeling when JP and MP are still together.
@@tompramanaaccount8892 your argument is wrong!
MP so busy too
No full timer drummer
@@wildandrumchannel3063 that's not what I meant. You obviously didn't understand what I said, read again.
Muhammad Wildan Izzudin MP is full time drummer for this album only.
Ur One of legend of Legendary
I needed this song this morning. Thank you John!
John Petrucci is the best!
Wow.Wasnt expecting the whole album to be released today. 🎸👍