Is Dale Thompson overexposed?

I just wanna know who he thinks is buying his music apart from losers like us?

So he says people on forums have no intellectual muscle while making broad, insulting comments? Pot, meet kettle.

Black Rider wrote:So he says people on forums have no intellectual muscle while making broad, insulting comments? Pot, meet kettle.

I am smart enough to not support his music again.

Willing to bet he has taken a peek at some of the threads here, and in particular the ones about him. Can't say I blame him for feeling the way he does.

alldatndensum wrote:This is what Dale thinks of his fans who post on Christian rock forums:

"Do you know what a Christian Rock Forum is usually? It is a place where the losers hang out to criticize and take cheap shots at bands and artist. Stay away from these sick, sad areas and focus on Christ. Do not get caught up in their self generated drama. Most have no intellectual muscle to flex so all you get is the sticky goo you can't wash off."

  Yikes.  I can see where he's coming from and can't disagree with Dustofyears... but at the same time he's gotta realize that just like ANY niche-specific forum, the fans are going to be particularly critical (and particularly supportive!) of whatever that niche is.  I imagine it'd be frustrating to have folks so critical of one's career path they've invested a lot in, but right or wrong, that's the nature of the business...

As Black Rider pointed out, the irony is over-the-top - especially since it was posted on facebook of all places.  It's interesting when you contrast this with a thread on the Metal Archives about Anacrusis/Kenn Nardi.  There was one highly-critical user of Kenn's vocals in particular.  Kenn joined the conversation but instead of responding with equal vitriol or condemnation, he showed a lot of grace and kindness.  I think he won over a new fan that day.  I've been won over in similar instances too.  Per the titles of one of Kenn Nardi's songs, Grace Is Greater. 

https://forum.metal-archives.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=129678

Dustofyears wrote:Willing to bet he has taken a peek at some of the threads here, and in particular the ones about him. Can't say I blame him for feeling the way he does.

That truly doesn't matter.  He makes a living off our hard-earned shekels.  The last time I checked, he's never made me a dime.  

regarding DT's comments, I say meh...I don't put much stock in
what the well-known say.

I've been fooled too many times in the past by having put people
on a pedestal and later been let down by them. I finally figured out
the obvious... that they are just regular 'ol sinners like me.

Being that I don't really know these people, and what I see of them
is only a very minor fraction of who/what they are, I can separate the
art (or whatever their product is) from the person most of the time...

Still listen to King's X after that revelation many years ago...

At least Dale still boldly will that say he believes in Jesus Christ.  That is the most important thing rather than whether he personally likes me.

Temple of Blood wrote:At least Dale still boldly will that say he believes in Jesus Christ.  That is the most important thing rather than whether he personally likes me.

I would agree, but his universalism is so problematic. We’re not talking a difference in second or third tier doctrines here.

crucifyd wrote:I've been fooled too many times in the past by having put people
on a pedestal and later been let down by them. I finally figured out
the obvious... that they are just regular 'ol sinners like me.

Being that I don't really know these people, and what I see of them
is only a very minor fraction of who/what they are, I can separate the
art (or whatever their product is) from the person most of the time...

I agree with these sentiments. There are definitely limits for each of us for how far it can go away from what we're comfortable with but for a fan to be surprised that an artist doesn't live up to their standard for doctrine and practice is odd. For Dale and other artists (especially veterans in the business) to be surprised by fan behavior is equally odd. Unless we're really young and naive this should be common understanding.

If I based whether I was a fan or not based on personal character and was able to truly know all the artists I listened to, I probably wouldn't have many albums. If I were an artist and only accepted the fans I personally agreed with that lived according to my views I wouldn't have (m)any fans.

Pethead wrote:

Temple of Blood wrote:At least Dale still boldly will that say he believes in Jesus Christ.  That is the most important thing rather than whether he personally likes me.

I would agree, but his universalism is so problematic. We’re not talking a difference in second or third tier doctrines here.

Exactly.  And from the little I've seen him post on FB, the universalism issue is not isolated when it comes to first tier doctrinal "differences."  Ultimately that's between him and God (though I'd argue should be addressed by his pastor), but it does affect how we might interact with or pray for the guy.

I’m still a Bride fan. I LOVE them. I just try to ignore the problematic things Dale says. Like I do with many bands. But his universalism is something else.

Kerrick wrote:

Pethead wrote:

Temple of Blood wrote:At least Dale still boldly will that say he believes in Jesus Christ.  That is the most important thing rather than whether he personally likes me.

I would agree, but his universalism is so problematic. We’re not talking a difference in second or third tier doctrines here.

Exactly.  And from the little I've seen him post on FB, the universalism issue is not isolated when it comes to first tier doctrinal "differences."  Ultimately that's between him and God (though I'd argue should be addressed by his pastor), but it does affect how we might interact with or pray for the guy.

Yep. Many theological errors don’t stop at just that one point.

Dale just announced one more project. This time, a Power metal one.

He also said that actually he have circa 12 bands/projects in activity.

Man... this is healthy?

Lex Metalis wrote:Dale just announced one more project. This time, a Power metal one.

He also said that actually he have circa 12 bands/projects in activity.

Man... this is healthy?

Since he's  pretty much my all-time favorite I get suckered in with hope each time.

Would love to hear top-voice Dale on a good Power Metal album.

None of his projects outside of Bride that I’ve heard have really grabbed me, but Dale would sound awesome singing power metal. I’ll probably check it out.

Here an instrumental demo made by Jeff Leppard, the New partner of DT

Lex Metalis wrote:The project will be named Thundercross

Here an instrumental demo made by Jeff Leppard, the New partner of DT

Jeff Leppard? Is Jed Zeppelin in the band too?

MagnusPrime wrote:

Lex Metalis wrote:The project will be named Thundercross

Here an instrumental demo made by Jeff Leppard, the New partner of DT

Jeff Leppard? Is Jed Zeppelin in the band too?

Aside with MegaJeff

This could work, some of Bride's later stuff is close to power metal.

ANOTHER project? In the words of Luke Easter:  "Yawn. Snore. Zzz."

A new day rise... a new single released

Roxx Records is ready to unveil the next Dale Thompson fronted rock n roll project with the world, Not Of This World, and it’s a killer new project with some very well known guest appearances.

Not Of This World is a project featuring music written and performed by Clay Ashbrook, vocals and lyrics by Dale Thompson of Bride with a guest appearance on several tracks by Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater and Sons of Apollo on keyboards and organs.

This project's genesis is in Clay Ashbrook's living room, where he composed and recorded all the music. Dale Thompson would then take the music and craft lyrics and melodies that fit perfectly within each song. This process started with 2 or 3 songs which expanded to a full albums worth over the last year and a half. This album cannot be defined by any one genre. You will find metal, rock, alternative, acoustic songs and ballads on this album. We are releasing this project in the hopes that people will enjoy the music and find something in the Christ-centered message of the lyrics that speaks to them in some way.

As we get ready to unveil this whole new project with you this September we are very excited to debut the premiere single entitled “Never Forget” today. We are also unveiling the magnificent new cover art for the album. “Never Forget” features Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater on organs and keys, sit back and enjoy this brand new track.

Video: 



Stay tuned as we get ready to launch pre orders and release full details on this brand new album that will be coming your way this September via Roxx Records.

www.RoxxRecords.com

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IMO, sounds more like and old and dirty demo from the 80's than a 2022 release...

UPdate 2022 list

1 - The Reconcilide : Skins and Bones
2 - Iron 501 - Night Witches
3 - We Are Resolute - Only Human
4 - Dabster Gentlemen - Venerations I
5 - Dale Thompson and the Boon Dogs - I See Red (TBR)
6 - Not Of This World - Never Forget (TBR)
7 - Bride - Are You Awake (TBR)
8 - Haunted No More - When the Tormentor Comes
9 - Unnamed Power Metal Project

Lex Metalis wrote:A new day rise... a new single released

Roxx Records is ready to unveil the next Dale Thompson fronted rock n roll project with the world, Not Of This World, and it’s a killer new project with some very well known guest appearances.

Not Of This World is a project featuring music written and performed by Clay Ashbrook, vocals and lyrics by Dale Thompson of Bride with a guest appearance on several tracks by Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater and Sons of Apollo on keyboards and organs.

This project's genesis is in Clay Ashbrook's living room, where he composed and recorded all the music. Dale Thompson would then take the music and craft lyrics and melodies that fit perfectly within each song. This process started with 2 or 3 songs which expanded to a full albums worth over the last year and a half. This album cannot be defined by any one genre. You will find metal, rock, alternative, acoustic songs and ballads on this album. We are releasing this project in the hopes that people will enjoy the music and find something in the Christ-centered message of the lyrics that speaks to them in some way.

As we get ready to unveil this whole new project with you this September we are very excited to debut the premiere single entitled “Never Forget” today. We are also unveiling the magnificent new cover art for the album. “Never Forget” features Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater on organs and keys, sit back and enjoy this brand new track.

Video: 



Stay tuned as we get ready to launch pre orders and release full details on this brand new album that will be coming your way this September via Roxx Records.

www.RoxxRecords.com

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IMO, sounds more like and old and dirty demo from the 80's than a 2022 release...

In the time it took you to post this, Dale sang on 3 more albums.

Pethead wrote:

Lex Metalis wrote:A new day rise... a new single released

Roxx Records is ready to unveil the next Dale Thompson fronted rock n roll project with the world, Not Of This World, and it’s a killer new project with some very well known guest appearances.

Not Of This World is a project featuring music written and performed by Clay Ashbrook, vocals and lyrics by Dale Thompson of Bride with a guest appearance on several tracks by Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater and Sons of Apollo on keyboards and organs.

This project's genesis is in Clay Ashbrook's living room, where he composed and recorded all the music. Dale Thompson would then take the music and craft lyrics and melodies that fit perfectly within each song. This process started with 2 or 3 songs which expanded to a full albums worth over the last year and a half. This album cannot be defined by any one genre. You will find metal, rock, alternative, acoustic songs and ballads on this album. We are releasing this project in the hopes that people will enjoy the music and find something in the Christ-centered message of the lyrics that speaks to them in some way.

As we get ready to unveil this whole new project with you this September we are very excited to debut the premiere single entitled “Never Forget” today. We are also unveiling the magnificent new cover art for the album. “Never Forget” features Derek Sherinian of Dream Theater on organs and keys, sit back and enjoy this brand new track.

Video: 



Stay tuned as we get ready to launch pre orders and release full details on this brand new album that will be coming your way this September via Roxx Records.

www.RoxxRecords.com

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IMO, sounds more like and old and dirty demo from the 80's than a 2022 release...

In the time it took you to post this, Dale sang on 3 more albums.

Damn it...

Maybe I need to creat a new thread, just to post one song of every project from him hahaha