Symphony X is an American progressive metal band from New Jersey founded in 1994 by guitarist Michael Romeo. Their 1997 album The Divine Wings of Tragedy and their 2000 release V: The New Mythology Suite have given the band considerable attention within the progressive metal community. Musically, Symphony X is comparable to other progressive metal bands such as Dream Theater and Fates Warning. They play in complex timings and odd meters while incorporating elements of symphonic metal and traditional heavy metal into their sound. Their music also contains strong neo-classical elements reminiscent of Yngwie Malmsteen, Randy Rhoads, and other neo-classical metal artists.

Symphony X is an American progressive/power metal band from New Jersey founded in 1994 by guitarist Michael Romeo . Their 1997 album The Divine Wings of Tragedy and their 2000 release V: The New Mythology Suite have gained the band considerable attention within the progressive metal community. Musically Symphony X is similar to although heavier than most other progressive metal bands to which they are commonly compared: Dream Theater , Fates Warning and Pain of Salvation . They play in a very sy