Charlie Dominici, the former vocalist of progressive steel band Dream Theater, has passed on to the great beyond, leaving a legacy as the band’s 2d vocalist, following Chris Collins and previous James LaBrie. Mike Portnoy, co-founder of Dream Theater, confirmed the scoop of Dominici’s passing on social media.
Dominici’s surprising demise is a profound loss for the Dream Theater family. He notably lent his voice to the band’s debut album, ‘When Dream And Day Unite,’ recorded in 1988. Recognized now not handiest as a really perfect singer but also as a talented songwriter, guitarist, and keyboardist, Dominici contributed immensely to the band’s early sound and dynamics. Despite parting ways in late 1989, he maintained a friendship with the band, even functioning at important events like a marriage and anniversary presentations.
Dream Theater posted on Facebook,
“We are devastated to listen to the inside track of the passing of former Dream Theater singer, Charlie Dominici. Charlie was once the voice of DT on our debut album, ‘When Dream And Day Unite’, recorded back in 1988. Beyond being a great singer, he was once a shockingly gifted songwriter, a well-rounded musician on both guitar and keyboards, and a long-time good friend even after his departure from the band. Charlie’s sudden passing is an incredible loss to everybody within the Dream Theater circle of relatives, and we need to extend our inner most sympathies to the Dominici circle of relatives during this immensely tough time.”
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Dominici later moved to the Five Towns house in Nassau County, Long Island. Before becoming a member of Dream Theater, he gained reputation for his work in Franke and the Knockouts, showcasing his guitar talents and offering backing vocals.
Today, I'll be taking note of #DreamTheater's "When Dream and Day Unite" in honor of our band's authentic singer, Charlie Dominici, who left us this week.
Dream Theater is greater than a band; it's a family, and dropping certainly one of our personal is an pain that runs deep. #ripcharliedominici pic.twitter.com/YkzTMULStp
— Jordan Rudess (@Jcrudess) November 17, 2023
His tenure with Dream Theater was marked by way of differences in age, taste, and inventive way. Although respected for his vocal prowess, Dominici’s more “pop” vocal taste didn’t align seamlessly with the band’s evolving modern compositions.
Mike Portnoy shared along with his followers the inside track that Dream Theater's 2nd vocalist Charlie Dominici gave up the ghost.
R.I.P. Charlie… pic.twitter.com/kvwaCwqFJj
— Prog Rock Songs (@progrocksongs) November 17, 2023
Details about Charlie Dominici’s obituary and funeral arrangements will quickly be launched by means of his circle of relatives, permitting friends, lovers, and the song group to pay their respects and honor the life and contributions of this influential musician.
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