Robert Fleischman (ex Journey, ex Vinnie Vincent) Has Great Stories & a New Album

Chuck Shute Podcast

Robert Fleischman discussed his dual career in music and painting, emphasizing his 2,500-square-foot industrial painting space and a home recording studio. He reflected on his tenure with Journey, his brief collaboration with George Lynch, and his experiences with Van Halen and Tom Petty. Fleischman highlighted his latest album, "Emotional Atlas," which features synth-based music and was mixed in 5.1 surround sound. He also mentioned his interactions with notable figures like Gene Simmons and George Martin, and the challenges of the modern music industry, advocating for direct fan support through album purchases.
0:00:00 - Intro
0:00:20 - Music Career Vs. Painting
0:02:45 - Oni Logan & George Lynch Connection
0:04:50 - Guests on Solo Album
0:07:21 - Touring with Van Halen
0:10:40 - Being a Musician & Solo Record
0:11:21 - Emotional Atlas & Creative Evolution
0:16:11 - Influences & Inspirations
0:19:05 - Solo Career & Royalties
0:21:40 - Wheel in the Sky, Journey & Singing
0:26:05 - Working with Vinnie Vincent
0:33:35 - Relationship with Gene Simmons
0:37:35 - Legendary Producer George Martin
0:40:55 - Producer Jimmy Iovine
0:43:45 - Hanging with Tom Petty
0:45:55 - Bob Dylan
0:48:25 - Painting & Favorite Painters
0:50:20 - Unconventional Song Template
0:51:55 - Good Art & Craziness
0:54:45 - How Voices Can Change
0:56:15 - Journey's Music & Legacy
0:58:15 - Michael Schenker & Ritchie Blackmore
1:05:15 - Dee Snider, Legends & Success
1:06:25 - Emotional Atlas Album
1:07:48 - Challenges & Opportunities in the Music Industry
1:08:12 - Final Thoughts & Future Plans
1:11:40 - Outro
Robert Fleischmann website:
https://www.robertfleischman.com/
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