AXS TV’s acclaimed series, “The Big Interview With Dan Rather” shines a spotlight on some of the most beloved and influential artists and performers. Each week, legendary newsman Dan Rather is joined by members of entertainment royalty discussing each artist’s lives, legacies and careers.

The series returns for a seventh season on Tuesday, April 16 with an exclusive sit-down interview with one of rock’s all-time greatest vocalists, Steve Perry. The hour-long episode features the former Journey frontman candidly discussing his life growing up and his decison to leave the band at the height of their success. A decision brought on by an overwhelming feeling that the passion for music had left him. Perry also reflects on his life growing up a child of divorce, the highs and lows of fame, and about finding the love of his life.

Sneak Peek: Steve Perry recalling the origin of the band’s monster hit, “Don’t Stop Believin” and sharing an amazing story of how the song almost didn’t make it into the season finale of “The Sopranos”.

Sneek Peek: Perry discussing his amazing new album, Traces. Later, he’ll take Rather into the studio for some behind the scenes secrets.

If you are a fan of Steve’s music or Journey, you won’t want to miss this episode.

The new season of “The Big Interview” also includes convesations with KISS frontman Paul Stanley; pop pioneer Cyndi Lauper; Foreigner members Mick Jones and Lou Gramm; REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin, Neal Doughty, Bruce Hall, Dave Amato and Bryan Hitt; Oscar Winning actor, writer, director and musician Billy Bob Thornton; comedy legend Carl Reiner and his son, acclaimed filmmaker Rob Reiner; iconic Country star Travis Tritt; celebrated singer/songwriter and guitarist Boz Scaggs and multi-talented musician and radio host Paul Shaffer, among others…