Artist description DREAM OR NIGHTMARE is a project that combines several styles of metal to create an original and unique sound. Influences include not only modern, traditional, and progressive metal, but also several other musical genres; thus allowing for much creativity in writing and performance (even reaching beyond what is displayed on their current recordings). - Along with founder and lead guitarist Joe Sims (who has received international acclaim for his work with the groups Axemaster, The Awakening, and Reign), DREAM OR NIGHTMARE has grown into a strong unit through the, the heavy yet complex work of lead guitarist Jim Arnold, the solid progressive bass of Dave Rhynard, and the energy of drummer Russ Kirk; this combination has proven to be one that has the ability, talent, and creativity to produce a style that will appeal to fans of all varieties of metal. - With thoughtful lyrics, powerful yet technical music, and an overall feel and flavor that's all their own, this band has all the elements to become a worldwide success. Their new recordings as well as their debut 4 song demo CD are only the beginnings of bigger and better things to come from DREAM OR NIGHTMARE; a project that is definitely breaking through on the international scene.

Music Style "Hybrid" Metal (combination of modern, traditional, and progressive)

Musical Influences Mainly all the different styles of metal, but also to some degree other musical genres that are outside the realm of metal

Similar Artists There is no band that DREAM OR NIGHTMARE sounds exactly like. Their style is more of a combination of several artists.

Group Members Dave Rhynard (Vocals, Bass) Jim Arnold (Vocals, Lead Guitar, Keyboards) Joe Sims (Lead Guitar) Russ Kirk (Drums)

Albums 2 four song demo CDs

Press Reviews - From "WRATH ZINE" (Germany) - Dream or Nighmare is a new project from the US and guitarist and founder Joe Sims introduced his band with this 4 song demo CD. The band combines different styles of metal, using mostly progressive and technical elements. The whole thing sounds powerful, quite complex and still very clear. The only unclear component is the vocalist, who sounds fairly suppressed by the force of the guitars. But that may be due to the demo quality of this example. The drums bass and guitars, although very intelligent on their own, engage in a teamwork that really deserves the label ´progressive´. Particularly remarkably, the guitars do not rely on plain brutal riffs, but know how to greatly impress us with more individualistic means. I wonder whether these guys have listened to Anacrusis a lot. Now, the only remaining question is: What will the vocals sound like on a proper CD? Once this issue is resolved, the Dream could start and any Nightmares would be the problem of other people. - From "UNDERTOW ZINE" (Belgium) - Dream Or Nightmare is Javier Colon on vocals, Joe Sims on guitar, Jim Arnold on guitar, Dave Rhynard on bass and Russ Kirk on drums. This demo is a low budget recording so don't expect a massive production. D.O.N. brings solid power metal with progressive influences and aggressive vocals. It took me a few spins to get into their music but now I can really appreciate what they are doing. The compositions are creative and adventurous with excellent bass and drum work. The guitars are heavy and shredding with real cool solos. I'm not too impressed with the vocals, they are sometimes buried in the mix. The times they are mixed on an acceptable level they sound bold and in your face. I would like to hear this band with a full scale production. The weak production takes away a lot of their power but it is obvious that they are a talented bunch of musicians. - From "ROUGH EDGE ZINE" (U.S.A.) - Joe Sims is a veteran of the metal underground having spent time in Axemaster and The Awakening from the mid-'80s through the mid-'90s. Dream Or Nightmare is Sims' new band and this demo shows where Sims is going with his music. Dream Or Nightmare blend true metal and thrash/speed metal that isn't too polished for the sake of itself. Yeah, it's a demo, but it's OK to have a few rough edges as long as the music carries itself with confidence. Dream Or Nightmare's first demo is a promising effort. The four songs here give Dream Or Nightmare a chance to showcase their aggressive style and another opportunity to display Sims' ever expanding guitar skills. Post-Metallica thrash is still an apt description with the music now having a late '90s darker, grittier edge to it. The true metal influences sound like Steel Prophet may have been somehow spliced into the band's musical DNA. As opposed to previous efforts, it looks like Sims' bandmates this time around are fully capable of matching his experience and expertise. Dream Or Nightmare sounds more like a band than either Axemaster or The Awakening ever did. All the songs on this demo were written, arranged, and produced by Dream Or Nightmare. Dream Or Nightmare is Javier Colon on vocals, Joe Sims and Jim Arnold on guitar, Dave Rhynard on bass, and Russ Kirk on drums. To purchase Dream Or Nightmare's demo contact: Joe Sims PO Box 3046 Kent,OH 44240 USA

Additional Info The vocalist who appears on the songs included here (Javier Colon) is no longer with DREAM OR NIGHTMARE.

Location KENT, OHIO - USA

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