The latest live video from Ayreon, titled “The Day That The World Breaks Down,” features prominent contributions from Damian Wilson, Simone Simons, and Anneke van Giersbergen. This video, reported by Jerry Ewing for Prog magazine, heralds the forthcoming release of the Dutch progressive rock outfit’s star-studded live album, “01011001 – Live Beneath The Waves,” slated for May.
In this captivating video, a lineup of renowned musicians, including Daniel Gildenlow from Pain Of Salvation, Tom Englund from Evergrey, and others, join forces with the aforementioned vocalists. “The Day That The World Breaks Down,” a standout track from the upcoming live album, was recorded during Ayreon’s sold-out performances at Poppodium 013 in Tilburg, The Netherlands, last September.
Ayreon – 01011001 – Live Beneath The Waves
Music Theories Recordings
Release: 17 May 2024
Arjen Lucassen, the visionary behind Ayreon, shares his enthusiasm for the video release, particularly highlighting the complexity of the chosen song and the involvement of numerous talented singers. The band’s success in delivering such a challenging piece onstage was a gratifying surprise.
The live album boasts an impressive lineup of guest performers from the prog and rock scenes, including Jonas Renkse from Katatonia, Mike Mills from Toehider, and others. Lucassen expresses his excitement for the project, underscoring the rewarding experience of assembling such a talented cast and crew to recreate the album’s magic in a live setting.
“01011001 – Live Beneath The Waves” will be available in various formats, including 3LP, 2CD+DVD, Blu-ray, Earbook, and digital editions. Fans can now pre-order the album to immerse themselves in the electrifying performances captured during Ayreon’s unforgettable live shows.
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