Dream Theater have reunited with Mike Portnoy. With this news, the band have also confirmed that they will soon be hitting the studio to record a new album with the drummer. Former drummer Mike Mangini said the following about his departure from the group: “I understand Dream Theater’s decision to get Mike Portnoy back at…
Metal Allegiance, the project featuring core members Alex Skolnick (Testament), Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater), David Ellefson (ex-Megadeth), and Mark Menghi, will be celebrating their 10th anniversary during a headlining show at the House Of Blues in Anaheim, CA on January 25. The concert will find the group joined by Chuck Billy (Testament), Bobby Blitz (Overkill),…
On September 24, Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater, etc.) performed with the Blue Thunder drumline during a Seattle Seahawks game. You can see footage of that below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mike Portnoy (@mikeportnoy)
During an appearance on “The Heavy Hooks Show,” Mike Portnoy discussed the possibility of performing with Dream Theater again. The drummer says he is “always open” to the idea of taking the stage with his former bandmates. Portnoy said the following when asked if he would consider playing with Dream Theater as a “hired gun”:…
Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater, etc.) will be handling drumming duties for Twisted Sister during the band’s set at the upcoming Metal Hall Of Fame induction ceremony. That event will take place at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, CA on January 26. Portnoy, who previously filled in for the late A.J. Pero, told “The Chuck…
Rush tribute band, YYNOT will be paying tribute to the late great Neil Peart during “Bubba Bash 2023.” The charity concert will take place at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, PA on January 7 and it will feature a number of special guests including: Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater), Frank Bello (Anthrax), Jason Bittner (Overkill), Jon…
As you are probably aware of by now, Dream Theater’s John Petrucci has been working with Mike Portnoy again in the form of his solo project and Liquid Tension Experiment. Despite this, the guitarist has ruled out the possibility of welcoming the drummer back to Dream Theater. Petrucci said the following about reconnecting with Portnoy…
Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci has shared an animated video for his song “Temple Of Circadia.” This track is from his latest solo album “Terminal Velocity.” That effort was recorded with drummer Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater) and bassist Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs).
Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci has added three more dates to his upcoming North American tour with Meanstreak. You can find the updated schedule for that run below. As previously reported, Petrucci’s backing band will feature drummer Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater) and bassist Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs). Tour Dates: 10/05 Providence, RI – The Strand…
Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci has added more dates to his fall North American tour with Meanstreak. You can find the updated schedule for that run below. As previously reported, Petrucci’s backing band will feature drummer Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater) and bassist Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs). Tour Dates: 10/05 Providence, RI – The Strand Ballroom…
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