JP on Eddie Trunk on Monday 2/18/19

[Samsara]

20 minutes in. Really enjoying it...aside from Trunk comparing his own work load to JPs. LOL.

JP is great on radio.

JP is great. Coolest revelations from the interview for me were that there is and has been talks about turning the Astonishing into a play/musical....that he's actually had the conversations already with the appropriate people. AND....that when asked about if he'd do another Liquid Tension he immediately said 'yes'....in an almost enthusiastic manner.....but did say that there haven't been ANY plans to....only that he'd totally be open to it.

After hearing that....plus with Jordan already playing with MP again.....I'd say it's just a matte of time before that actually happens...not IF it will happen.

Agreed. LTE is a certainty. It seems like a matter of when at this point. But it will.

I also liked the question about The Astonishing when John said in a perfect world, he would have released the BOOK first, then tour, and release the record after each show.

[DT1138]

Alright, here it is again, all music has been cut out...

https://youtu.be/dfmAx_tkOJ0

Thank you.

JP sounds like such a cool dude.

You're welcome and I completely agree.  JP never fails to amaze in his skills and also what a cool guy he is.

What songs did they play?  What are your impressions if you don't mind?

Untethered Angel (solo sections)
Paralyzed (part of the verse/chorus)
Barstool Warrior (One of the verses/chorus? not sure which since it hasn't been officially released)

I liked Barstool Warrior....for what they played of it.  The clip lasted only 45 seconds or so (I measured the time length in my audio editor). Sounded like a somewhat lighter, more compressed song compared to what they've released so far.  I look forward to hearing all of it in a couple of days.

[KevShmev]

LTE is a certainty. It seems like a matter of when at this point. But it will.

Has Tony Levin expressed interest in doing another LTE album? I honestly have no idea.

[TAC]

I felt that JP was extreeeeeeeemly lukewarm in his answer to LTE.

Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if the LTE had Jordan, but not JP.

[Madman Shepherd]

I felt that JP was extreeeeeeeemly lukewarm in his answer to LTE.

That was my interpretation. Almost like, "Shit, I better say yes but I also need to tamp down any expectations that this is a short term possibility."

[jammindude]

I haven't heard the interview yet.  But just judging from the comments.... I imagine JP wouldn't mind doing the actual project, but everytime he thinks about it, he can't stop thinking about the media circus that would result.    There would be NO END to the microscope media circus just waiting with baited breath for "THE REUNION"...which may not even be a part of the plan.   

It's a shame that these people can't have the freedom to just engage in a project they would love to do without feeling like they were being pushed by the public to make it more.   

[Dedalus]

I haven't heard the interview yet.  But just judging from the comments.... I imagine JP wouldn't mind doing the actual project, but everytime he thinks about it, he can't stop thinking about the media circus that would result.    There would be NO END to the microscope media circus just waiting with baited breath for "THE REUNION"...which may not even be a part of the plan.   

It's a shame that these people can't have the freedom to just engage in a project they would love to do without feeling like they were being pushed by the public to make it more.

Finally someone noticed that!

Like it or not, there is a mood "MP vs DT", even if it does not come from them. Even Derek Sherinian knows this and used it to promote SoA.

MP, JR and JP together again is to ask that "THE REUNION" theme be the only relevant thing. Only need to call JM to replace Tony Levin. 

I guess JP knows that very well. We will see what will happen.

[PetFish]

I haven't heard the interview yet.  But just judging from the comments.... I imagine JP wouldn't mind doing the actual project, but everytime he thinks about it, he can't stop thinking about the media circus that would result.    There would be NO END to the microscope media circus just waiting with baited breath for "THE REUNION"...which may not even be a part of the plan.   

It's a shame that these people can't have the freedom to just engage in a project they would love to do without feeling like they were being pushed by the public to make it more.

Truth.

[cramx3]

I felt that JP was extreeeeeeeemly lukewarm in his answer to LTE.

Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if the LTE had Jordan, but not JP.

LTE is a certainty. It seems like a matter of when at this point. But it will.

Has Tony Levin expressed interest in doing another LTE album? I honestly have no idea.

I wouldn't be surprised if they got like Connor Green or someone else to replace Tony if he's not onboard.

[TAC]

I don't think there's be an LTE with two different members.


I could see MP and Jordan involved in some project before I could see JP involved with it.

[Samsara]

I haven't heard the interview yet.  But just judging from the comments.... I imagine JP wouldn't mind doing the actual project, but everytime he thinks about it, he can't stop thinking about the media circus that would result.    There would be NO END to the microscope media circus just waiting with baited breath for "THE REUNION"...which may not even be a part of the plan.   

It's a shame that these people can't have the freedom to just engage in a project they would love to do without feeling like they were being pushed by the public to make it more.

Truth.

Yeah, I agree with this as well. I think it WILL happen, but that media circus would be ridiculous. The timing will be absolutely critical. They need to find a time where it is most obvious that nothing is going to change with Dream Theater, so that the reunion questions are just silly at that point. However, that's why I think it'll be over the next few years. Look at Mangini's FB post today, saying how he feels like this is the first album he was a real part of the writing and creation with the band. He's fully integrated as a writer, as a player, etc. He's cemented on that drum stool unless he doesn't want to be. It's pretty obvious Dream Theater are very happy as a band now, and as this tour cycle further cements that, I could see the timing being good for LTE again. The reunion questions will still happen, but it will become laughable after a bit, given how DT is positioning itself (even JP's interview with Trunk -- JP made it a point to talk about how long MM has been in the band and how many records he's done with them, both studio and live). That's, in my opinion, very much on purpose.

[TAC]

Yeah, I agree with this as well. I think it WILL happen, but that media circus would be ridiculous.

A DT reunion, or an LTE project?

[KevShmev]

I wouldn't be surprised if they got like Connor Green or someone else to replace Tony if he's not onboard.

I'd rather they not do LTE again if all four aren't on board.  Tony Levin's unique and bad ass bass playing was such a huge part of those two albums kicking ass.

[sfam2112]

Yeah, I agree with this as well. I think it WILL happen, but that media circus would be ridiculous.

A DT reunion, or an LTE project?

LTE

[gmillerdrake]

I felt that JP was extreeeeeeeemly lukewarm in his answer to LTE.

That was my interpretation. Almost like, "Shit, I better say yes but I also need to tamp down any expectations that this is a short term possibility."

Really? I didn't hear it like that. He seemed completely fine with it....but he did make the point to say that absolutely nothing has been talked about as far as planning it. I got the impression from his tone that he'd welcome the opportunity. 

[Dedalus]

I wouldn't be surprised if they got like Connor Green or someone else to replace Tony if he's not onboard.

I'd rather they not do LTE again if all four aren't on board.  Tony Levin's unique and bad ass bass playing was such a huge part of those two albums kicking ass.

Yes! Completely true.

LTE has become so DT (for obvious reasons) that it is very common for people not to notice or give true credit to Tony Levin. I can bet that a new LTE without TL would not generate much negative commotion.

[cramx3]

I wouldn't be surprised if they got like Connor Green or someone else to replace Tony if he's not onboard.

I'd rather they not do LTE again if all four aren't on board.  Tony Levin's unique and bad ass bass playing was such a huge part of those two albums kicking ass.

Yes! Completely true.

LTE has become so DT (for obvious reasons) that it is very common for people not to notice or give true credit to Tony Levin. I can bet that a new LTE without TL would not generate much negative commotion.

My comment was strictly about TL being a bassist and the bassist seems to be the most replaceable in many bands.  He's also really old so I could see them going a different route if they want to continue in the future.  Really has nothing to do with his ability or what he brings to LTE.  It'd be cool to keep the same members for sure, but TL saying "nah" makes me think it wouldn't hold them back if JP/MP/JR want to do it.

[KevShmev]

My comment was strictly about TL being a bassist and the bassist seems to be the most replaceable in many bands.  He's also really old so I could see them going a different route if they want to continue in the future.  Really has nothing to do with his ability or what he brings to LTE.  It'd be cool to keep the same members for sure, but TL saying "nah" makes me think it wouldn't hold them back if JP/MP/JR want to do it.

There are a handful of bassists are who are not replaceable...and Tony Levin is one of them.  I am sure they'd have no problem finding someone with chops who would fit in well, but this person wouldn't have the sound and style of Levin. 

[Ben_Jamin]

My comment was strictly about TL being a bassist and the bassist seems to be the most replaceable in many bands.  He's also really old so I could see them going a different route if they want to continue in the future.  Really has nothing to do with his ability or what he brings to LTE.  It'd be cool to keep the same members for sure, but TL saying "nah" makes me think it wouldn't hold them back if JP/MP/JR want to do it.

There are a handful of bassists are who are not replaceable...and Tony Levin is one of them.  I am sure they'd have no problem finding someone with chops who would fit in well, but this person wouldn't have the sound and style of Levin.

Dont forget about his awesome Finger Stick work.

[gzarruk]

This might be a better fit for the controversial opinions thread, but I think LTE should be left as it is, no reunions please.