Static Impulse

Static Impulse is the second solo album and fourth solo project by Dream Theater lead singer James LaBrie released on September 28, 2010. In late August 2010, LaBrie released two songs from the album titled "One More Time" and "I Need You".

This album features a more melodic death metal approach while still keeping the progressive elements from the previous albums. The album features screaming vocals by drummer Peter Wildoer, while James LaBrie performs his usual clean vocals. In addition to the screaming vocals, and clean vocals, the album also feature backing vocals by keyboardist Matt Guillory making this the first album to feature his voice. Guillory also sang on the demo versions of all the album tracks.

Track listing

Standard edition

All lyrics written by Guillory and LaBrie except where noted. 

Limited edition Digipack bonus tracks

Reception

Static Impulse was met with generally favorable reviews.

Personnel