Legendary Dream Theater keyboardist Jordan Rudess recently announced that his brand new solo album, “Permission To Fly,” will be released on the September 06, 2024 via InsideOut Music. No stranger to experimentation, Rudess is known for leading the charge in pushing creative, sonic, and technological boundaries. His latest endeavor, epitomizes this ethos, delving into the complexities of human existence within our multifaceted world.
Today, in conjunction with Lightricks, Jordan is pleased to launch the music video for “Shadow of the Moon.” Lightricks hosted a competition, inviting creators to submit unique music video concepts for Jordan‘s song. The winning filmmaker, Manny Walker, was whisked away to a state-of-the-art set in Serbia, where he was given the opportunity to co-direct the video alongside the Lightricks team, bringing his vision to life.
Watch the video through the YouTube player below:
Jordan comments: âCreating the âShadow of the Moonâ video with Lightricks was an incredible experience. Working with such a talented team and the contest winner, and using Lightricksâ new cutting-edge LTX studio software, brought my vision to life in ways I couldnât have imagined. This collaboration truly showcases how powerful it is to combine music with innovative visual storytelling.â
Get a glimpse at the creative process and how it came together here : https://youtu.be/pbkk2xli0Zc?si=hkn_BEN-uTpQ95wQ
Watch the previously released video for the track “The Alchemist” here: https://youtu.be/vDcOvUwERX4?si=BD0qpHQLxQexYlit
While some previous releases were true solo pursuits, this time, Rudess assembled a core group of musicians to support and elevate his vision. The album features Jordan alongside That Joe Payne on vocals, Darby Todd (Devin Townsend) on drums & Steve Dadaian on guitar, as well as guest guitar solos from Bastian Martinez.
With the music in capable hands, Rudess wanted to make sure to give the lyrics their proper attention. For that, he turned to a source close to home, his daughter.
“All the lyrics on the album were written by my daughter, Ariana. While I enjoy writing lyrics myself, my primary focus tends to be on the sonic quality of the words. For this album, I wanted to delve deeper and offer something that resonated on a more profound and cerebral level. Ari did an exceptional job.â
“Permission To Fly” will be available as Limited CD Digipak & Gatefold 180g 2xLP (both incl. bonus material), as well as digitally. Pre-Order now here: https://jordanrudess.lnk.to/PermissionToFly
Listen to the previously released track “Embers” here:Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3Gik6QfFHE
Jordan recently made his live debut with Darby Todd & That Joe Payne, with two rapturously received sets on the 2024 edition of Cruise To The Edge, also marking the live premiere of the new single “Embers.”
More information on Jordan Rudess:
Renowned as the âBest Keyboardist of All Timeâ by Music Radar Magazine, Jordan Rudess stands out as the extraordinary keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist for the platinum-selling, Grammy Award-winning Progressive Metal band, Dream Theater. Embarking on his musical journey as a classical prodigy, Jordan initiated his studies at the illustrious Juilliard School of Music at the age of 9, laying the foundation for a career marked by a distinctive fusion of Classical and Rock influences.
Beyond his role in Dream Theater and the power group, Liquid Tension Experiment, Jordanâs musical prowess has resonated across a diverse spectrum of collaborations. From Deep Purple and David Bowie to Steven Wilson and Jan Hammer, he has left an indelible mark on the industry. Notable projects such as LMR (his side venture with Tony Levin and Marco Minneman), Steven Wilsonâs Blackfield, guest appearances with Deep Purple and the Dixie Dregs and collaborations with artists like Enrique Iglesias, The Paul Winter Consort, Annie Haslam and many others, underscore the breadth of his musical reach.
Venturing into the realm of cutting-edge technology, Jordan has emerged as a pioneer with a focus on state-of-the-art keyboard controllers and music apps. As the owner of the highly successful iOS app development company, Wizdom Music, he has spearheaded the creation of award-winning apps, including GeoShred, MorphWiz, SampleWiz, Vythm, Polywave, Jam with Jordan and SampleWiz 2. GeoShred, Wizdom Musicâs latest triumph, was a collaborative effort with moForte, founding members of Stanford Universityâs Sondius team. Rudess is currently working on an AI interactive project as Visiting Artist at MITâs Media Lab in the Responsive Environments group.
