A return to a more collaborative, "band in a room" feel.

The journey began with James LaBrie's predecessor, Charlie Dominici. While the production was modest, the seeds of genius were planted. "A Fortune in Lies," "The Killing Hand."

Re-established the band as leaders of the prog-metal movement. Fan Favorites: "The Spirit Carries On," "Home." 🌪️ The Portnoy Era: 2000s Dominance