Working Class Rock Star (2008)

The lives and struggles of touring musicians as they expose a little seen face of the music industry, and how it is changing.

Director:

Justin McConnell

Writer:

Justin McConnell (concept)

Stars:

Randy Blythe, Dave Brockie, Jean-François Dagenais

Cast

Credited cast:
Randy Blythe	...	Self
Dave Brockie	...	Self
Jean-François Dagenais	...	Self
Alex Delis	...	Self
Jessica DesJardins	...	Self
Peter Dolving	...	Self
Jason Fields	...	Self
Norm Geneau	...	Self
Kevin Gibson	...	Self
Shane Ivy	...	Self
Rob Kleiner	...	Self
Frank Marino	...	Self
Mike Marino	...	Self
Matt McGachy	...	Self
Trevor Phipps	...	Self

Storyline

The music industry is changing, record sales are down, artists are making less money, and mediocrity holds sway. Yet there are more bands than ever before working for years just to receive even the tiniest drop of success. Following the lives and careers of Tub Ring, Bloodshoteye, and 3 Mile Scream, with supporting interviews from major players in the heavy music scene, this documentary sheds light on why some bands never make it and why the ones that break realize only too soon that life on a label is only the beginning of their troubles.

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Plot Keywords:

industry | band | rock 'n' roll | rockumentary | metal | 

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Taglines:

The rarely seen face of the music industry.

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Genres:

Documentary | Music

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Certificate:

Not Rated

User Reviews

Insightful

Whether a musician yourself or just a fan of music, this documentary will interest you. Working Class Rock Star brings you behind the scenes to look at the reality of the life of a musician. From record contract nightmares to grueling tour scheduals it shows the real work that goes on behind the music.

The film features sage advice for up coming musicians from experienced bands such as Lamb of God, Mahogany Rush, The Haunted, Arch Enemy, and GWAR. Also included is a detailed look into bands just getting into the game. All around, the film gives a good overall look at what it is like to be in the music industry today.

Details

Official Sites:

MySpace page

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

2008 (Canada)

Filming Locations:

Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$200,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Unstable Ground Productions

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1