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Fates Warning/John Arch/Jim Matheos 5-CD Bundle (2025 Remasters)
Jim Matheos / John Arch / Fates Warning – 4-CD Bundle
Bring home four legendary releases featuring the guitar mastery of Jim Matheos and the soaring vocals of John Arch (solo release) and the mastery of Fates Warning LIVE (2-CD set!)—all fully remastered and presented in deluxe packaging. This collector’s bundle is essential for fans of Fates Warning and progressive metal with heart, soul, and precision.
1. Jim Matheos – First Impressions (CD, 2025)
Originally released in 1993, this solo debut from Fates Warning’s guitarist reveals a sensitive, acoustic side to Matheos’ playing. Atmospheric and emotive, it’s a beautiful instrumental journey that showcases his technical mastery and compositional grace.
- Fates Warning guitarist Jim Matheos' first solo album (1993)
- Officially licensed from Metal Blade Records
- Remastered by Rob Colwell
- Features violinist Charlie Bisharat (Shadowfax)
- Recorded by Bill Metoyer (Metal Blade)
- Jewel case with 6-panel full-color booklet
- Rich, introspective acoustic instrumentals
- For fans of Michael Hedges, Steve Hackett (acoustic), Will Ackerman
2. Jim Matheos – Away With Words (CD, 2025)
A deeper dive into ambient, acoustic brilliance, this 1999 follow-up features drummer Mark Zonder (Fates Warning / A-Z / Warlord) and includes unique visual elements like sign language and shorthand on the packaging. Meditative and masterful.
- 2nd solo album from Jim Matheos (1999)
- Officially licensed from Metal Blade Records
- Remastered by Rob Colwell
- Features Mark Zonder (Fates Warning, A-Z) on drums
- Recorded by Bill Metoyer
- Jewel case with 6-panel full-color booklet
- Front cover: "Away With Words" in sign language
- Back cover: "Away With Words" in shorthand
- Ambient, introspective acoustic compositions
3. John Arch – A Twist of Fate (CD, 2025)
The legendary voice of early Fates Warning returns for an epic, two-track release filled with soaring vocals and progressive fire. Featuring Jim Matheos, Joey Vera, and Mike Portnoy—this is a prog-metal dream team come to life.
- John Arch’s long-awaited solo return (originally 2003)
- Features Jim Matheos, Joey Vera, and Mike Portnoy
- Remastered and reissued on CD
- Two epic tracks totaling over 25 minutes
- A must-have for fans of Fates Warning and classic progressive metal
4. Fates Warning – Live Over Europe (2-CD Collector’s Edition, 2025)
A stunning live retrospective of Fates Warning’s legacy, captured across their 2018 European tour. This 2-CD set delivers career-spanning anthems with power and precision—remastered and presented in deluxe packaging.
- Career-spanning 22-track live set recorded in 2018
- Includes “The Eleventh Hour,” “Eye to Eye,” and more
- 2-CD deluxe jewel case edition with bonus collector’s card
- Remastered by Rob Colwell
- Stunning vocals by Ray Alder!
- Includes full-color O-ring (slipcase) packaging
- Officially licensed from Inside Out Music
- Nearly 2.5 hours of live progressive metal mastery
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