Dominici was a

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band formed in 2005 by former

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vocalist

Charlie Dominici Charlie Dominici ( ; June 16, 1951 – November 2023) was an American singer, best known as the second vocalist for the progressive metal band Dream Theater, having replaced Chris Collins (while the band was called Majesty) and later being re ...

History

The band's only released work to date is the ''O³ Trilogy'', a series of three

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coming to the United States and falling in love with the country. Dominici was an opening act for three Dream Theater " Chaos in Motion Tour" concerts that were held in Croatia, Hungary, and Austria in 2007. In 2011 Charlie Dominici stated on his

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account that Dominici the band was returning to strength, but he also mentioned in the comments of the post that if people wanted to see them live or releasing another CD, then fans should spread the word about them, saying "hardly anyone knows about us". Dominici has been inactive since this time. On November 17, 2023, it was announced that Charlie Dominici had died at the age of 72.

Members

– vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica (2005–2011: died 2023) * Riccardo Atzeni – bass (2007–2011) * Brian Maillard – guitars (2007–2011) * Yan Maillard – drums, percussion (2007–2011) * Americo Rigoldi – keyboards (2007–2011) * Lucio Manca – bass (2011)

Discography

* 2005: ''O³ A Trilogy: Part One'' * 2007: ''O³ A Trilogy – Part 2'' * 2008: ''O³ A Trilogy – Part 3''

References

External links

Official website
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