DT Nominated for a Grammy Award!

[KevShmev]

Pretty sweet!

Steven Wilson also got nominated for Best Surround Sound Album!

Also, plenty of other good artists got nominated this year as well: Radiohead, Mumford and Sons, Wilco, Jeff Beck, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, The Decemberists, Fleet Foxes, Death Cab, etc.

The Grammys stink, but it is at least still nice to see recognition for some great artists!

[Lotion]

From what I've read, the Grammy Awards is on February 12th and Dream Theater will be playing in Esch-sur-Alzette, LUX that day. If they win, I wonder who will be there to accept the award.

MP    ... No, Seriously.. Probably someone in the management, including an acceptance video.

[TheOutlawXanadu]

By the way - Mastadon SUCKS.  Not their music (although I don't like their music, either), but them as people.  Someone posted on my Facebook wall an interview in which they totally ragged on DT, saying that DT's clothes are "gay" and that they have a "little Chinese girl playing bass."  That band is a bunch of losers.  Even if DT weren't nominated, I'd want them to lose. 

I just read that interview. Ugh. Mastodon write great music, but Brent Hinds is a prick.

[sfam2112]

By the way - Mastadon SUCKS.  Not their music (although I don't like their music, either), but them as people.  Someone posted on my Facebook wall an interview in which they totally ragged on DT, saying that DT's clothes are "gay" and that they have a "little Chinese girl playing bass."  That band is a bunch of losers.  Even if DT weren't nominated, I'd want them to lose. 

I just read that interview. Ugh. Mastodon write great music, but Brent Hinds is a prick.

https://www.mikeportnoy.com/forum/m1370006-p5.aspx

[hefdaddy42]

From what I've read, the Grammy Awards is on February 12th and Dream Theater will be playing in Esch-sur-Alzette, LUX that day. If they win, I wonder who will be there to accept the award.

MP    ... No, Seriously.. Probably someone in the management, including an acceptance video.

No.  The presenter would accept on their behalf, and they would get the award later.

[slycordinator]

I dunno guys, if Jeff Beck can win a grammy six times, I think DT have somewhat of a shot of actually winning this thing.

On the other hand, if Joe Satriani can lose 15 times out of 15 nominations...

[chrisbDTM]

the @dreamtheaternet tweet announcing the nomination was one of the top trending tweets worldwide earlier today

[DarkLord_Lalinc]

The DT guys are really excited and psyched about this, so we should drop the lolgrammys shit because this actually means something to them. Maybe not to us, but whatever.

[serrano]

After so many years... Almost to good to be true, and i still think they are too good to get a grammy. Anyway i would love to see them get it.

[Mebert78]

Is there a way to get tickets to the Grammy event?  I'm in NY, but maybe some California fans might want to go and support the band decked out in DT gear. 

[kirksnosehair]

I'm not intentionally picking on any specific person with this, but I think it's extremely humorous how everyone says things like:

They'll never be nominated because the Grammys are just a pop music circle jerk.
I'm all for DT getting more publicity and reaching a higher echelon of success, but I'd rather it be in a more dignified way.

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Grammys are garbage.

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DT could be nominated for a sound award like Porcupine Tree, but it's very unlikely they'll win one of the big awards.

Except that DT's stuff never "sounds" even close to as good as PT's does.

But yeah, the Grammys blow.  I am pretty sure most knowledgeable music fans know this.

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What's wrong with the Grammys? Is it just something cool for prog snobs to hate?

Not.  It's something shitty that everyone should hate.

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Honestly, I couldn't care less about DT winning a Grammy or getting nominated for it.

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Grammys are garbage.

This.  There's no way that DT could suck bad enough to win a grammy. 

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The people who are involved with the Grammys are totally clueless, and always have been. Nothing but rap and crap.

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BEFORE Dream Theater gets nominated, then, once Dream Theater gets nominated, well, see:  This Thread 

[Scrub206]

My pants were, indeed, tight when i heard the news about the Grammys.

Im really happy for the guys!

[TheLordOfTheStrings]

I'll tell you this, this will be the ONLY reason I watch the grammys this year.

[Knguro]

The only thing that im curious about I that, would they be at the ceremony? If I'm not mistaking they will be on tour around those dates. 

[KevShmev]

BEFORE Dream Theater gets nominated, then, once Dream Theater gets nominated, well, see:  This Thread 

I think most here would still agree that the Grammys blow.  It's just nice to see DT and other artists some of us like get some recognition.  If a nomination gets some people who only pay attention to what's on the radio and awards shows to check out DT and they get new fans because of it, that is a good thing.

[Knguro]

BEFORE Dream Theater gets nominated, then, once Dream Theater gets nominated, well, see:  This Thread 

I think most here would still agree that the Grammys blow.  It's just nice to see DT and other artists some of us like get some recognition.  If a nomination gets some people who only pay attention to what's on the radio and awards shows to check out DT and they get new fans because of it, that is a good thing.

Yes yes yes exactly this!

[chknptpie]

Fantastic news, might be the only reason to watch 10 minutes of the Grammy's this year.

And White Limo? Really? Of all the songs on that album?

[TheLordOfTheStrings]

Has anyone here even heard OTBOA on the radio?



Better question: doesn't anyone here even listen to the radio?
haha

[DebraKadabra]

Uh, what is this "radio" thing of which you speak?

So excited for the guys--I almost didn't believe it when I first heard it last night.

[Orbert]

I'm not intentionally picking on any specific person with this, but I think it's extremely humorous how everyone says things like:

The Grammys have gone seriously downhill in the past 20 years, and most people who listen to anything other than radio-friendly schlock know that, thus we tend to rag on The Grammys, those who nominate and vote, and the whole process.

This does not change the fact that it will still bring some recognition to Dream Theater, which is a good thing, and it was quite a surprise that they would actually be nominated.

Also, note that most comments in this thread, when mentioning The Grammys, still consider them pretty much a joke and a popularity contest, so that hasn't really changed.

[kirksnosehair]

BEFORE Dream Theater gets nominated, then, once Dream Theater gets nominated, well, see:  This Thread 

I think most here would still agree that the Grammys blow.  It's just nice to see DT and other artists some of us like get some recognition.  If a nomination gets some people who only pay attention to what's on the radio and awards shows to check out DT and they get new fans because of it, that is a good thing.

Yeah, I know, I was just being a wise ass.  I know, I know...hard to believe...ME being a wise ass 

[Mebert78]

I don't mean to over think things, but why do you think "On the Backs of Angels" is the song to finally get DT a nomination?  What is it about this song and the current state of the music industry that resulted in "OTBoA" getting a nod?  In short, my question is: Why now and why "OTBoA"?

I'm obviously thrilled for DT's nomination.  I'm just trying to get a better grasp on the rationale behind it because I'm annoying like that.

[Orbert]

Actually, I was wondering the same thing.  How in the heck did they even cop a nomination, and why this song?

[antigoon]

I enjoy the Grammys...I think they're fun. *shrug* Anyway, there's always a chance DT could win. Last year some random-ass jazz bassist/songwriter nobody ever heard of won Best New Artist over Bieber.

I do think Curl of the Burl is the best song in that list, though.

[theseoafs]

I don't mean to over think things, but why do you think "On the Backs of Angels" is the song to finally get DT a nomination?  What is it about this song and the current state of the music industry that resulted in "OTBoA" getting a nod?  In short, my question is: Why now and why "OTBoA"?

I'm obviously thrilled for DT's nomination.  I'm just trying to get a better grasp on the rationale behind it because I'm annoying like that.

Anomalies like the random-ass jazz musician aside, the Grammys truly are a popularity contest, and DT has recently found some sort of popularity among the mainstream crowd (Rock Band and whatnot). So, DT has just kind of been sitting in metal America's collective consciousness for a while, especially with the controversy surrounding MP, and with OTBOA, we have a strong single that really shows what DT is all about.

In short: DT is becoming a bit cooler and a bit more universally respected and the folks at the Grammys decided to give DT their dues.

[TheLordOfTheStrings]

The music industry in general.

Bands now a days
The Grammys
MTV
Rolling Stone Magazine
The crap that's on the radio
Downloading
CD stores are disappearing

RIP - the music industry.

[Sigz]

By the way - Mastadon SUCKS.  Not their music (although I don't like their music, either), but them as people.  Someone posted on my Facebook wall an interview in which they totally ragged on DT, saying that DT's clothes are "gay" and that they have a "little Chinese girl playing bass."  That band is a bunch of losers.  Even if DT weren't nominated, I'd want them to lose. 

I just read that interview. Ugh. Mastodon write great music, but Brent Hinds is a prick.

Wow, that's actually majorly disappointing. I always thought they were really cool, down to earth guys.

The music industry in general.

Bands now a days
The Grammys
MTV
Rolling Stone Magazine
The crap that's on the radio
Downloading
CD stores are disappearing

RIP - the music industry.

wat

[TheLordOfTheStrings]

The music industry in general.

Bands now a days
The Grammys
MTV
Rolling Stone Magazine
The crap that's on the radio
Downloading
CD stores are disappearing

RIP - the music industry.

wat

Sorry, that was directed toward the conversation up there about how the Grammys have gone downhill over the last few years.

[Samsara]

I don't mean to over think things, but why do you think "On the Backs of Angels" is the song to finally get DT a nomination?  What is it about this song and the current state of the music industry that resulted in "OTBoA" getting a nod?  In short, my question is: Why now and why "OTBoA"?

I'm obviously thrilled for DT's nomination.  I'm just trying to get a better grasp on the rationale behind it because I'm annoying like that.

Why now is simple -- DT's popularity has grown tremendously over the years, they are on a big label for this genre of music (hard rock/heavy metal), and this genre of music is more accessible these days in comparison to the past, given online media, ways to watch videos and of course, XM satellite radio.

Why OtBoA? -- I know it is like your fourth or fifth favorite, but it garnered a lot of attention because of all the drama with MP leaving. I also think it's a good song, very friendly to mainstream listeners to a degree, etc.

But trying to figure out the rationale of the Grammy Award nominators can you drive you crazy. But the above is likely a couple of factors.

[TheLordOfTheStrings]

I don't mean to over think things, but why do you think "On the Backs of Angels" is the song to finally get DT a nomination?  What is it about this song and the current state of the music industry that resulted in "OTBoA" getting a nod?  In short, my question is: Why now and why "OTBoA"?

I'm obviously thrilled for DT's nomination.  I'm just trying to get a better grasp on the rationale behind it because I'm annoying like that.

Why now is simple -- DT's popularity has grown tremendously over the years, they are on a big label for this genre of music (hard rock/heavy metal), and this genre of music is more accessible these days in comparison to the past, given online media, ways to watch videos and of course, XM satellite radio.

Why OtBoA? -- I know it is like your fourth or fifth favorite, but it garnered a lot of attention because of all the drama with MP leaving. I also think it's a good song, very friendly to mainstream listeners to a degree, etc.

But trying to figure out the rationale of the Grammy Award nominators can you drive you crazy. But the above is likely a couple of factors.

Also, the whole MP thing probably turned A LOT of A7X fans onto DT.. and in case no one noticed.. A7X has A LOT of fans.

[dongringo]

To me the Grammys  mean absolutely nothing, but I understand the commercial implications of this and hope DT end up winning, and I'm sure to them it means something so congrats to the band.

[SystematicThought]

This will be fun to see on TV when they do this category

[lithium112]

I just saw the Reddit thread about DT's nomination. The comments are... I just wanna yell at most of them 

https://www.reddit.com/r/progmetal/comments/mwc8v/dream_theater_has_been_nominated_for_their_first/

[JayOctavarium]

I have the opportunity to go to the Grammys this year. Might be worth it :

To me the Grammys  mean absolutely nothing, but I understand the commercial implications of this and hope DT end up winning, and I'm sure to them it means something so congrats to the band.

This ^

[KevShmev]

This will be fun to see on TV when they do this category

I'd be SHOCKED if this award is awarded on television.  I thought I read somewhere that rock alone isn't given much attention anymore at this shindig, and as such, it is hard to imagine them dedicating two minutes to an award on hard rock/metal.  It will likely be one of those awards that the winner is mentioned while they gloss over another handful or so of awards that also aren't getting awarded on the telecast.