#132: Dream Theater Vocalist James LaBrie

James LaBrie of the legendary Dream Theater guests this week. We
talk about their new album The Astonishing, the process surrounding
making their most ambitious concept record to date, putting
together an extensive live production for it, his relationship with
fans, how he is able to adjust to touring vs. home life and
whether the changing tide in the music industry effects the way he
leads his life. We also talk about VH1 Classic canceling That Metal
Show and whether or not it signifies a turn away from metal music
in the mainstream. If a major media company does not see the value
in keeping metal and hard rock as part of their arsenal what could
that mean for the genre as a whole? We also look at declining live
ticket sales across the board as another possible indicator of
where the last bastion of income for our artists may be headed; are
we looking at the beginning of the end, or just a major shift in
methodology? Songs:Dream Theater - "The Gift of Music"Holy Grail -
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