They are considered the forerunner of the Dream Theater era of bands. Operation Mindcrime was a prog masterpiece. Even Rage, which had hair metal elements, was extremely experimental (and my personal favorite) - but yes, back then they certainly had the look, not so much the sound.
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M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."
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