The MetalSucks Podcast #556 - Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater)
Sep 16, 2024
Jordan Rudess, the brilliant keyboardist of Dream Theater, discusses his solo album, Permission To Fly, revealing the collaborative nature of the project, including his daughter's contributions. He shares insights from a unique contest that inspired his music videos and reflects on the excitement surrounding an upcoming Dream Theater tour. The conversation touches on the emotional journey of creativity and the challenges artists face in the spotlight, all while maintaining a lighthearted approach to the industry’s quirks.
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How The Shadow Of The Moon Video Was Made
- Jordan Rudess described how the Shadow of the Moon video came from a global contest run by Lightrix with a $150,000 budget.
- The winning team filmed in Serbia and used Lightrix's LTX studio to blend live action and AI-driven visuals.
Daughter Wrote Lyrics And Shaped The Album
- Jordan Rudess recounted recruiting his daughter as lyricist and collaborator because of her linguistics background and deep familiarity with his music.
- She helped choose initial musical 'seeds' and contributed to production decisions across the record.
Pick Musicians As Instruments, Not Guests
- Rudess chose collaborators to treat voices and drums as additional instruments integral to his palette.
- He prioritized musical chemistry and technical capability when selecting Joe Payen (vocals) and Darby Todd (drums).