Former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy has announced that he will continue touring with Avenged Sevenfold throughout next year.
While initial plans were for Portnoy to tour with the band until the end of 2010. However, the drummer confirmed in a recent interview with Sabian Cymbals that he will continue with the band after the Rock Star Uproar Tour and complete the full touring cycle.
This announcement comes a month after Mike Portnoy left progressive metal giants Dream Theater, citing a need of a break from the band's constant "write-record-tour-repeat" cycle. John Petrucci, guitarist for the band, announced that the band will begin auditions for a new drummer later this month.
Rumors are swirling as to whether or not Mike is to become the new, permanent drummer for Avenged Sevenfold, filling in the shoes of Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan, who passed away in December of last year from a drug overdose.
Portnoy also recorded the drums tracks as a tribute to Sullivan on the band's number one album "Nightmare", released in July.
No word from the band of Mike Portnoy as to his position in the band.
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
I like it too, and no way would I ever describe myself as an A7x fanboy. Thought their self-titled was mostly trash. Their new album is decent, certainly an enjoyable listen. 'Save Me' easily takes the cake as the best song of the album.
Let Mike do what he wants, I think both A7x and DT can come out better for it.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
I think it's just a change of scenery thing. He's loving being with A7X. There's nothing wrong with that. I hope he sticks around with them for a while. An album of Petrucci drums, uninhibited by what The Rev had previously laid out, would be absolutely awesome.
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Things got stale for him in Dream Theater and they produced some pretty stale stuff. They should've just waited for him instead of carrying on and releasing what will be, just another Dream Theater album.
And the poon is most definatly A LOT better in A7X haha.
Eggmond wrote: he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle? Thats exactly what i thought musicman789 wrote: Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it Just you and A7X fanboys like this. I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
dude. I'm not a fanboy, Nightmare was the first song I had ever heard from AX7 no lie
musicman789 wrote:
dude. I'm not a fanboy, Nightmare was the first song I had ever heard from AX7 no lie
I didn't actually call you a fanboy. And tbh, Portnoy will get bored of A7X. They probably want him to sound like the Rev, but he has his own distinct style. Watch the vid up there, you can actually see him behind his drumkit. If this was with DT, you wouldn't be able to see him.
Don't get me wrong, i listened to Nightmare and thought it was good
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Things got stale for him in Dream Theater and they produced some pretty stale stuff. They should've just waited for him instead of carrying on and releasing what will be, just another Dream Theater album.
And the poon is most definatly A LOT better in A7X haha.
Portnoy was the main songwriter in DT, and he was the producer and engineer on all of their records after Train of Thought. The staleness is partially his own fault.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
Ok no nightmare was mediocre EXCEPT for the songs :God hates us, buried alive, and save me. Nightmare was better then the others but got boring. Musically save me and buried alive are insane. they are great songs. they showed A LOT of maturity. I dont care what anybody says a7x is a good band and synyster is finally showing skill.
Personally, if this is what he's happy doing, then good for him. A content musician means better music. Maybe he'll bring something to Avenged Sevenfold that was missing and needed?
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
LOL. There are so many thing wrong with this statement. How is A7X more diverse then DT?
And for the record Petrucci is a far more superior guitarist. *facepalm
Musics music He got tired of doing the same routine with dream theater over and over touring with Avenged Sevenfolds a new opportunity for him different style, fan base, etc it make perfect sense why hes playing with them. Now I just want to see him play in a death metal band anyone else think that would be insane?
Think it's funny how so many people here seem to think they know what's best for him. They don't even know him personally. Personally I would like him to stay with A7X. Saw DT at Download 09, worst band I have ever seen live. Never seen so many people sleeping during a band.
Musics music He got tired of doing the same routine with dream theater over and over touring with Avenged Sevenfolds a new opportunity for him different style, fan base, etc it make perfect sense why hes playing
with them. Now I just want to see him play in a death metal band anyone else think that would be insane?
I can't see why he shouldn't tour with A7X: the guys are NOT as good as DT, that's a fact, but they're younger and talented.
I'm a huge DT fan, but I think they were getting a bit boring, too much autoreferential (how many songs feature the Glass Prison riff now?) and need a break to sort the band's future.
A7X are not mya favourite band, but I think they rock, and I bet that playing with them must require less effort while being much more fun for a guy like Mike.
Don't get me wrong when i say this, but Portnoy is a little *TOO* good for a7x. What i mean to say is that DT is at a much higher level in musicality.
so this just doesn't seem right too me.
Megalomaniac46 wrote:
How is A7X more diverse then DT?
Thank you! Honestly,Images and Words is different from Awake, which is different from A Change of Seasons, which is different from Falling Into Infinity (much different), which is different from Scenes From Memory and Train of Thought... you get the point. Avenged Sevenfold is not always the same, but it doesn't mix it up as much as DT.
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision. I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
as an A7X fan(they are my favorite band) all I see here is a lot of Butthurt DT fans. boohoo MP made a decision to leave DT and now decided to stick with A7X for awhile part of me feels like they're going way to fast to replace Jimmy RIP...but then again it is making a lot of A7X fans happy because it's keeping them around for a little while longer...I am enjoying this
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Hell yea, the whole album was fantastic. But, you know, haters are gonna hate. I personally think A7X kicks ass, I love their songwriting more than DT and I can't stand Petrucci's guitar playing (all he is, to me, is a technical GOD. I respect that, but I don't think he's added much to guitar playing)
Realistically though, I don't see him becoming a full time member, but for now, I'm happy with the idea of him staying around and possibly helping them pen their new album.
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision. I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
I could cry I'm so proud, but I'm a man, so I won't.
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision. I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
WTF?!?
You best be trollin' boy. Comin' here saying that A7X is MORE ORIGINAL than DT. Please! Nobody in their right mind would say that, c'mon.
Portnoy is probably doing what i like and what some people call "playing down" Filling in for other guitarists in other bands occasionally playing material much easier than your own bands stuff really free's you up and lets you be even more creative and think about things in a different way.
Would be nice if Portnoy stayed with A7X but im sure he has some more ideas of what he wants
Also when people complain that he left a touring band to tour with another band, well guys just because you leave a band dosent mean you leave music...He's obviously just sick of dream theatre
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision . I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
And you are right because? Seriously, you can't come across as serious with a post like this, it's ridiculous. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision - because you just know what's best for Mike, don't you?
Avenged Sevenfold are a pretty great band. They make the music they want to make, so leave them alone. They've experimented with lot's of different kinds of music. I don't understand why people hate them, but whatever. I am personally glad that MP stayed. Avenged is my favourite band, and hopefully they will come out with some more stuff.
it will be a shame to see Portnoy not being able to come back to Dream Theater since there will already be a drummer there (who i'm pretty sure Petrucci wont kick out)
I don't think this has anything to do with a "better" band or even money. DT and A7X are different bands with different styles of metal, different writing methods, and different cycles of how they do things. What Mike said he needed when he left DT was a change of pace. This is what he is getting with A7X. Who knows, maybe he'll go back to DT after a while, or maybe he'll split time between the bands; but for now, A7X will be his musical outlet.
I find it kind of amusing, because I know how much everyone on here hates it.
I haven't liked Dream Theater for a long time, I've never liked A7X, I do however like Mike Portnoy, but only to the extent of being bothered to type this pointless post, not anymore really, I like his beard, and I'm glad he left those talentless wankers at DT, although I am disappoint that he has joined seemingly equally talentless wankers at A7X. Meh, I'm gonna go finish up here and go and listen to some Alternative Danish Shoegaze music, bai.
Ive been a fan of DT for much longer than ive been a fan of A7X but long enough of both. I was shocked when Rev passed and I was shocked when Portnoy quit DT. But Im glad A7X keeps rocking and I know that DT will find a good enough drummer for the job. Thats all that matters to me right now. I dont wanna take sides. I respect DT, Portnoy and A7X. Portnoy is a great fit for either band. Only time will tell!
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
He temporarily joined Avenged Sevenfold to fill in for there drummer. He was going to tour with them anyway. This happened before he left Dream Theater. And Dream Theater wasnt fun for him anymore. They were on a cycle of none stop writing touring recording for however long they've been together. He needed a change of pace. It's his own musical career people stop criticizing him for his choice. It's his life let him be. Understand why he left.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
He temporarily joined Avenged Sevenfold to fill in for there drummer. He was going to tour with them anyway. This happened before he left Dream Theater. And Dream Theater wasnt fun for him anymore. They were on a cycle of none stop writing touring recording for however long they've been together. He needed a change of pace. It's his own musical career people stop criticizing him for his choice. It's his life let him be. Understand why he left.
He didnt want to leave but he did for his own sake. Would you rather have him play in Dream Theater and have it seem like a task for him rather then fun? Or would you rather see him out and having fun? I didn't want him to leave Dream Theater but it is what it is.
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Things got stale for him in Dream Theater and they produced some pretty stale stuff. They should've just waited for him instead of carrying on and releasing what will be, just another Dream Theater album.
And the poon is most definatly A LOT better in A7X haha.
Thing is, the one who produced all that stale stuff was actually Portnoy.
goddamn, stop trashing A7X i understand why it sucks if you like dream theater, but seriously? label A&X fans as immature and whiney then whine about avenged sevenfold?
listen to nightmare, best album of the year, no contest, stop whining.
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Sorry for 3 comments in a row but man your not alone! The song is great and the album is fantastic. I highly suggest it!
goddamn, stop trashing A7X i understand why it sucks if you like dream theater, but seriously? label A&X fans as immature and whiney then whine about avenged sevenfold?
listen to nightmare, best album of the year, no contest, stop whining.
Bla bla bla, stop whining, the band I like the most is the better band!
I'm a huge DT fan but all you DT fanboys need to stfu. A7X is a good band, i mean for being as popular as they are, they sure do have a lot of talent and play some good metal. Portnoy sticking with them is fine by me, honestly he was starting to have too much control in DT, his songwriting isnt the best, and his lyrics suck. I hope the next DT album has some LaBrie/Myung/Rudess writing credits and im sure the next drummer is gonna kick ass
Don't get me wrong when i say this, but Portnoy is a little *TOO* good for a7x. What i mean to say is that DT is at a much higher level in musicality.
so this just doesn't seem right too me.
MP wants to have fun and not be so damn technical making half-assed music that repeats itself over and over again?
goddamn, stop trashing A7X i understand why it sucks if you like dream theater, but seriously? label A&X fans as immature and whiney then whine about avenged sevenfold?
listen to nightmare, best album of the year, no contest, stop whining.
It's actually pretty damn far from even being a good album.
goddamn, stop trashing A7X i understand why it sucks if you like dream theater, but seriously? label A&X fans as immature and whiney then whine about avenged sevenfold?
listen to nightmare, best album of the year, no contest, stop whining.
Bla bla bla, stop whining, the band I like the most is the better band!
my point exactly, DT fans bein immature haha, thank you sir.
goddamn, stop trashing A7X i understand why it sucks if you like dream theater, but seriously? label A&X fans as immature and whiney then whine about avenged sevenfold?
listen to nightmare, best album of the year, no contest, stop whining.
It's actually pretty damn far from even being a good album.
your pretty damn far from being right yourself dood.
I doubt that any of us on here have been in a successful band for 25 years like MP has. I could imagine that he would get tired at some point. I like both DT and A7X so don't call me a fanboy, because I'm certainly not. But I think he just had to make a life decision. And if he enjoys it then it was probably the right one.
although portnoy is a drumming genius and i think a7x are one of the top bands at the moment i dont see this as a long term solution to the avenged drumming spot. give it two or three years and portnoy will want to be back in DT. avenged would be better off getting a low key drummer who can grow into the role and make it his own
jackrocks4 wrote:
my point exactly, DT fans bein immature haha, thank you sir.
.. That sarcasm was directed at you. You are judging DT fans because they claim DT is better, then you yourself claim Avenged Sevenfold is better. No comments..
To many people on the hate A7X bandwagon. All the members have a ton of talent and weather that meets mikes skill is irrelevant. They make great music and that's all that really matters.
To many people on the hate A7X bandwagon. All the members have a ton of talent and weather that meets mikes skill is irrelevant. They make great music and that's all that really matters.
How come only the DT fanboys are being judged, and those who are hating on DT are left alone? Are their opinion superior in any way? You would think that it is subjective and there's no right and wrong, but then all those in favor of A7X speak like their words are fact?
This annoys me.
It never ceases to amaze me how judgemental some of the users are here. People need to accept that other people have different opinions and not get wound up by what some ignoramuses are saying on the internet.
Do we really need another argument over which band is better? It's been done to death but it really doesn't matter. The 2 bands are nothing alike, the only thing they have in common is Portnoy!
Didnt see this coming... I lie..
I dont get all the hate, if anything it makes A7x that bit better as he is some drummer to watch and no doubt will lay he's mark when playing.
I reckon he will be back to DT at some stage so let him have fun!
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Nah,
I love A7X but the last two albums were terrible.
The musicanship was fine, but it was poppy crap.
A7X are well sold-out now and everything that they once were is gone.
City of evil and back is where it's at for me.
Then again, yes, if you have a love for the new material, which obviously a lot of people do, due to the popularity; then so be it.
Jus' don't expect me to take an interest in anything they produce from here on out.
As for portnoy, it's a shame to end a band like DT.
He made great music with DT.
I love DT it's one of my fav bands of all time , but I gotta admit this is a band only musicians listen to. Not many people like'em. I think the only album most of the modern rockers enjoy is Train of thought cuz it's not so proggy and a bit more metal.
On the other hand A7X is a well known band.I kinda like some stuff of Syn's solos , but I dislike the band. Don't get me wrong I would choose JP over Syn and two large pizza, any day lol. I guess he just wants a bit more fame.( excuse my bad english)
I honestly wish DT fans would stop kissing ass and let Portnoy do whatever the hell he wants. Its his life, his choices, and his career. Who the hell are you guys to pick whats best for him? Obviously, he is having much more fun with A7X (Great band). Dream Theater is amazing (my 2nd all time favorite band) but u clown have to think about it: 25 long years of repeating the same cycle with the same members. Too much of the same thing gets boring, which is why change is good.
I like both Sevenfold, and Dream Theater, and respect him for helping Sevenfold out but I don't think I would have wanted him to leave Dream Theater for them. Haner is a brilliant guitarist, along with his dad, and Jimmy was a great drummer, which is what pulled me to the band first. Now everyone is just hating on them because a lot of their fan base is made up of stereotypical children. When I see some dumb ass kid going "0hMyEFFinggAWD A7X rox" or even talk about them I get a little upset that people like that are listening to some great musicians and great music and totally missing the point.
I honestly wish DT fans would stop kissing ass and let Portnoy do whatever the hell he wants. Its his life, his choices, and his career. Who the hell are you guys to pick whats best for him? Obviously, he is having much more fun with A7X (Great band). Dream Theater is amazing (my 2nd all time favorite band) but u clown have to think about it: 25 long years of repeating the same cycle with the same members. Too much of the same thing gets boring, which is why change is good.
Well said, its his life and he can do whatever the hell he wants. As for Avenged Sevenfold, they haven't had anything good since City of Evil, maybe this will improve their music.
omg it's so funny to see the comments always saying who of them is better
i love both bands and I think it's not cool that mick left DT but if he want so let him
Avenged Sevenfold is not always the same, but it doesn't mix it up as much as DT.
Well, its in my opinion that both bands took a turn for the worst later in their careers if you wanna call that diverse.
pinkdolphin wrote:
I hope the next DT album has some LaBrie/Myung/Rudess writing credits and im sure the next drummer is gonna kick ass
Petruccis and Portnoys lyrics don't really do it for me lately. In my opinion, Myung had the best lyrics. I hope they don't just hire some metal drummer and pick someone that will actually help diversify their sound.
andy666 wrote:
people here need to grow up. if you are a real fan of dream theater you should be happy for mike and not criticise his decisions.
Why should I be happy for Mike? Why can't I be glad he's gone for reasons of my own? I'm honestly glad he's out of the band. I believe he was one of the worst parts about DT. That, and how much christianity comes out in Petrucci's lyrics.
Well, its in my opinion that both bands took a turn for the worst later in their careers if you wanna call that diverse.pinkdolphin wrote:
Hmm, even though we might think of it as a turn for the worse, it is still a change in direction, which would qualify as diversity. It's just a matter of what direction appeals to who.
Everyone is always complaining about Labrie, but damn A7X has one of the worst singers ever. I would pick Labrie over him everyday. Even when he had the food poisoning.
I wish I could say I didn't expect this. He does the drums for Nightmare, and then happens to quit Dream Theater, then announces this. I saw this coming when he left Dream Theatre.
what people dont understand is that they arent one of the best drummers in the world and like to give him shit for his decision.when all you guys hatin on him get on his level let me know
Man, I love avenged sevenfold and dream theater, but this whole situation is pitting fans of both of these great bands against each other. pretty sad, if you ask me.
as for my opinion on portnoy possibly joining a7x, i don't really know what to think. To be fully utilized, avenged sevenfold would have to start writing a lot more experimental music, which would actually be awesome to hear.
P.S. i REALLY don't care for Labrie. his voice pisses me off so much haha. Shadows is wayyyy better, even if his range is a bit narrower.
people here need to grow up. if you are a real fan of dream theater you should be happy for mike and not criticise his decisions.
I think a better point is that now Rudess and Myung's talent will finally come to surface.
Hell yes. I will miss seeing Mike in Dream Theater for sure, but isn't anyone else really excited to see what their next album will sound like? I can't wait.
nooooo why would you go with a band that plays much more diverse and interesting music?!?! why would you not want to go back to playing the same mundane speedy thrashy drums on EVERY SONG?!?!
Mike Portnoy + AX7 = Porsche engine + Toyota frame
am I the only one getting this impression?
No you aren't at all, I think the niveau of Portnoy's drumming is much higher than A7X. But don't get me wrong, I like A7X, but I think worlds best Prog Metal drummer deserves it to be in a pop-metal band. But of course this is Mike's own decision, so I'm happy for him
Not even trying to be a A7X fanboy or something but how are you gonna hate on this band? They were the ****in shit when they were metalcore. And although they have went mainstream they still produce some decent stuff. They aren't pulling a Linkin Park or anything. I'm happy that I've seen this band when the Rev was alive.
its sad to see such an awesome drummer waste away his talent with such a crappy band. i guess hes just thinking with his wallet. hope his mid life crisis ends soon.
Why not just respect Mike's decision and wish him the best for whatever band he's playing with. He was one of the founder for Dream Theater, you think he ain't feeling shit about leaving the band?
I hope rumors are true. Avenged Sevenfold is an amazing band. Portnoy killed the drums on Nightmare and it would only get better from here on out. Specially now that they got their tribute album out of the way.
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Every A7X fan needs to stop bitching that Dream Theater fans are being butthurt. Yes, we ARE being butthurt, 'cause one of the founders from our favorite band left and pretty much pimp smacked his die-hard fans for a band that's popular with teenagers. You need to get a ****ing grip and understand that it's losing a founding member. You all felt it when the Rev died, don't deny it.
I'm happy Mike went off to do what he wants to do, but I'm upset that he's not stopping after he said he'd like a break and yet he continues. He needs to stop lying and make up his mind and stay in one spot to relax for a bit so he can go back to DT (Or A7X if he please) at full strength
I'm fed up of hearing people slating sevenfold, Mike can do whatever the hell he wants without having to face judgement from whiny little babies such as yourselves so just grow the hell up and deal with it.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
And that's just you and the rest of the DT fanboys, you goddamn Hypocrite.
Hopefully since hes staying that means that they will start a new album...I think they should even if its alot of work "Nightmare" is fackin awesome and they would be smart to make a new album similiar to nightmare or a nightmare disc2 or SOMETHING
I'm a huge DT fan but I'm actually kind of glad Mike left the band. His production and input on the past few albums has pushed the band in a direction I don't think they wanted to be pushed into. Hopefully with Mike gone we can see a progression towards some SFAM-esque material.
I know lots of people here like to hate on A7X, but if you pay attention Avenged's music is getting more complex each album. Who knows, another album or so and they could be the new DT.
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
I know lots of people here like to hate on A7X, but if you pay attention Avenged's music is getting more complex each album. Who knows, another album or so and they could be the new DT.
I honestly thought it was a huge step backwards in technicality with Nightmare
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
And that's just you and the rest of the DT fanboys, you goddamn Hypocrite.
Do people not understand that the reason he wanted to take a break from dream theater is because of touring? I mean really actually read the articles instead of jumping to conclusions about your view on Avenged Sevenfold... jeez
I hope rumors are true. Avenged Sevenfold is an amazing band. Portnoy killed the drums on Nightmare and it would only get better from here on out. Specially now that they got their tribute album out of the way.
Avenged Sevenfold may not even write another album, they have expressed very little desire to continue on after this tour. The reason they say they are even touring now is because they want people to hear The Rev's final work. So, Portnoy joining them in 2011 may be a moot point.
i feel like he really dumbed his playing down A LOT on nightmare. even with portnoy behind the kit, that was a7x's worst album by far.
You people really don't know what you are talking about. Before The Rev died he demoed all of the songs on an electric drumkit. He laid down blueprints for the band, and Portnoy played all the parts The Rev had made. Portnoy only contributed very small parts. Ex; the ride/bell triplets in the chorus of 'Nightmare'.
He's a grown man, it's his decision. He obviously likes what A7X do and must enjoy being a part of it, otherwise this whole situation wouldn't exist. DT can get a bit boring, technically they are VERY good and are an amazing band to see live, as are A7X, in doing this Portnoy is exposing himself to a whole new generation of fans rather than your typical prog loving middle aged divorcee
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
MP sold out. You can spin it any way you want, but that's what happened. He wants more fame, money and fans; and hes willing to sacrifice the last 20+ years for it. I'm not criticizing him, it's his life, but lets call it what it is: selling out. I hope DT finds a suitable replacement, and maybe as some others have mentioned, maybe DT will be better in the end with different song writing and what not.
I don't blame Mike. If people wanna bitch about him leaving DT, go ahead. If the man is happy with what he's doing now, that's all that matters. He's an amazing drummer, and anywhere he goes is fine with me. I've got all the DT albums, I've got all the A7X albums, it's all good in my eyes. So +1 Mike, and everyone bashing him, can **** off.
I think it is great that Mike left. He is a talented drummer, but he was insisted that DT must be br00tal and epic metulz.
I say kick out Rudess (no offence) and bring back Kevin Moore. Is it coincidence that after 'Images and Words' and 'Awake', DT became a mediocre band?? No, it is not a coincidence. Kevin Moore FTW!!
well honestly if his heart isnt with dream theater anymore, then its a good thing that he left, i think the whole thing is refreshing , would love to hear him write his own stuff with A7X, and both bands are good , but dream theater is way more satisfying for me , its a personal taste not a general statement,
and oh dont get me wrong MP was a big part of dream theater and and insaaaane drummer,but hes not dream theater , and dream theater will survive but if Petrucci or Rudess left the band , that would really **** up the band
Eggmond wrote: he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle? Thats exactly what i thought musicman789 wrote: Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it Just you and A7X fanboys like this. I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol dude. I'm not a fanboy, Nightmare was the first song I had ever heard from AX7 no lie
Dude there are ten better songs from a7x than that piece of shit song. Buried alive is a better song. Waking the Fallen is a better album. Sounding the Seventh Trumpet destroys that damn song.
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
This exactly this Syn is just an incredibale guitarist...if it wasn't for the Seize the Day solo I wouldn't have picked up a guitar
Okay, guys chill. We all know DT is awesome, but A7X is no mediocre band. They're great musicians, and their drums have never been something to put them down about. They've always have amazing drums. Listen to songs like Second Heartbeat or Bat Country, just to name two. You cannot say A7X is just some mediocre band. And as for the tour cycle thing, its a bit different with a7x, seeing as how they're more modern and there's more hype with word of a new a7x album.
As a DT fan and someone who doesn't think much of A7X, I'm sad to see Mike go, but hey, it's his choice. I can't say DT will be the same without him, but I definitely think they can make do with someone else. Good luck to MP, DT and A7X, hope some good music can be made in spite of all this.
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision.
I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
ROFL.15 year old girls are pretty funny. Mike can do whatever he wants, its his life. I find it disappointing that he'd rather make money than write music. But, its his life.
Why does everyone get so demanding on other peoples lives? "You gotta be in the band "I" want you to be in." Quit being such ****ing control freaks. If you don't like Dream Theater, great. Don't like A7X? More power to you. However; The sooner you realise your opinion doesn't have dominion over their career and THEIR happiness the better.
The good that I see out of Mike leaving is that maybe these A7X kids will stop bashing everything that isn't A7X or Green Day or whatever... and start to appreciate some other music.. Maybe look up Mike Portnoy's history and realize that maybe you can't judge Dream Theater by that one song that you heard that one time...
They should just reform Liquid Tension Experiment. Better music than either DT or A7X.
+1
I still love DT... and I hate a7x; I think they just plain suck.
I say Portnoy's selling out.
How the **** is he selling out when he just wouldn't be happy playing in Dream Theater...?
Also, no, LTE is pretty much constant showboating. I mean, there are some cool ideas in there if your ear is good enough to pick them out but in terms of music... not at all.
The good that I see out of Mike leaving is that maybe these A7X kids will stop bashing everything that isn't A7X or Green Day or whatever... and start to appreciate some other music.. Maybe look up Mike Portnoy's history and realize that maybe you can't judge Dream Theater by that one song that you heard that one time...
as if most dream theater bands arent doing the exact same thing. im a huge fan of both bands, but the immaturity being shown by dream theater fanboys far outweighs the A7X ones.
just when i thought UG was starting to be more tolerant of different genres *sigh*
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Things got stale for him in Dream Theater and they produced some pretty stale stuff. They should've just waited for him instead of carrying on and releasing what will be, just another Dream Theater album.
And the poon is most definatly A LOT better in A7X haha.
Portnoy was the main songwriter in DT, and he was the producer and engineer on all of their records after Train of Thought. The staleness is partially his own fault.
Petrucci is much more prevalent in terms of writing than Portnoy was, and it's been that way for years. There have been next to no songs that Petrucci hasn't written the majority of. I'm not disagreeing with the fact that it's his own fault that the music has gotten stale, though. He did drive the band to a more straightforward balls-to-the-wall metal band than a prog band.
Oh well, I'm bittersweet about the departure. In some ways its good, in some ways its bad. All I know is that I wish Portnoy luck and I can't ****ing wait for the next DT album
All the fanboys saying he should bail on A7X simply because they like DT better are selfish pricks.
He should bail on A7X because he's too good for them.
indyrock91 wrote:
Nirvana00125 wrote:
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
musicman789 wrote:
dude. I'm not a fanboy, Nightmare was the first song I had ever heard from AX7 no lie
I didn't actually call you a fanboy. And tbh, Portnoy will get bored of A7X. They probably want him to sound like the Rev, but he has his own distinct style. Watch the vid up there, you can actually see him behind his drumkit. If this was with DT, you wouldn't be able to see him.
Don't get me wrong, i listened to Nightmare and thought it was good
Maybe you missed it but he said in the video that A7X actually encouraged him to do his own thing and not to play like the Rev would
Holy shit, there's so much bitching in these comments.
Sometimes, you just need to learn to shut the **** up and keep your opinions to yourselves, or at least stop trying to press them on people like they're law. It's clearly not going to work.
UG is starting to get as bad as 4chan...
this is like the first good comment I've seen in this thread
portnoy would never stay with a7x permeanetly. not his style at all, most of the tracks on nightmare were originally the rev's anyway, portnoy just played them
They should just reform Liquid Tension Experiment. Better music than either DT or A7X.
+1
I still love DT... and I hate a7x; I think they just plain suck.
I say Portnoy's selling out.How the **** is he selling out when he just wouldn't be happy playing in Dream Theater...?
Also, no, LTE is pretty much constant showboating. I mean, there are some cool ideas in there if your ear is good enough to pick them out but in terms of music... not at all.
lol? selling out? hes already the world's most awesome drummer
The arguments here are like an argument between two parents of what's better for the child. But really, we can't make that decision for him in reality, can we?
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
I don'y understand Portnoy wants a break from touring etc... DT took a break he didn't, Dt comes back he leaves for a break but doesn't take a break. But I'm excited to hear what they come out with I'm hoping more SFAM sound or 6DOITish.
They should just reform Liquid Tension Experiment. Better music than either DT or A7X.
+1
I still love DT... and I hate a7x; I think they just plain suck.
I say Portnoy's selling out.How the **** is he selling out when he just wouldn't be happy playing in Dream Theater...?
Also, no, LTE is pretty much constant showboating. I mean, there are some cool ideas in there if your ear is good enough to pick them out but in terms of music... not at all.
lol? selling out? hes already the world's most awesome drummer
I would love to claim Mike as the best drummer ever, but Danney Carey from Tool is betterer
He basicly sold out. Left a great band with good income to be in a rising gay band with a great income. Petrucci's playing must have tampered with portnoy's brain and caused him to go insane.
yeah it sucks he left dream theater... but i was stoked to find out that he was gonna play for the REV for the tour, now i just hope that he finishes the tour and that they find a new drummer, dont do the same shit slipknots doin and not get another member, theres times when you just have to move on man... mike finsh up the tour, A7x get a really kick ass drummer XD
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Things got stale for him in Dream Theater and they produced some pretty stale stuff. They should've just waited for him instead of carrying on and releasing what will be, just another Dream Theater album.
And the poon is most definatly A LOT better in A7X haha.
ahahaha i highly doubt one of the most respected drummers in the world plays music for the quality of "poon" especially when he's happily married. sorry he's mature unlike the overatted children in A7x. Also I would think Mike has higher standards than pre-pubescent emo girls... and guys for that matter
WTF? Jimmy Didn't die from a drug overdoes. Alcohol mixed with his heart medication and that killed him.
Hate to tell you buddy but it had nothing to do with heart medicine. The dude had taken Oxycotin, oxymorphine, Valium, Nordazepam, and booze. He was doing drugs bro. Honestly I think he probably got drunk and was like "lets pop some pills" but hey, who knows. I'm not an A7x fan, but still sucks that he passed.
For kids in the future; Don't mix psychoactive drugs with painkillers and booze. Unless you're retarded.
Wait, don't most kids learn that painkillers dont mix well with booze?
DT Fans: "A7X sucks! Portnoy's a loser! Petrucci all the way"
A7X Fans: "Trollin' is my life"
The Thinking Minority: "Portnoy's happy, good for him! Can't wait to see where both of these bands are going to end up!"
Btw, I love both bands and I'm not afraid to admit it. Sadly the only thing coming out of DT Fans is hate for the A7X fans who have nothing to do with all the problems of Dream Theater.
DT Fans: "A7X sucks! Portnoy's a loser! Petrucci all the way"
A7X Fans: "Trollin' is my life"
The Thinking Minority: "Portnoy's happy, good for him! Can't wait to see where both of these bands are going to end up!"
Btw, I love both bands and I'm not afraid to admit it. Sadly the only thing coming out of DT Fans is hate for the A7X fans who have nothing to do with all the problems of Dream Theater.
I love both bands as well. I saw Dream Theater live shortly before all this shnit went down. I got Nightmare the day it came out and listened to it over and over and over for almost 3 whole months.
Mixing the amazingness of Portnoy AND letting me see Syn and Shadows (two of my favorite musicians)... sounds like a fantastic plan. I have no complaints on this article
musicman789 wrote:
I say kick out Rudess (no offence) and bring back Kevin Moore. Is it coincidence that after 'Images and Words' and 'Awake', DT became a mediocre band?? No, it is not a coincidence. Kevin Moore FTW!!
Rudess > Moore.
While "Images And Words" is my favorite Dream Theater album, Rudess is still much better than Moore was. Just listen to his variations of songs from the first 3 albums. He's much better. None can match his keyboard prowess. And Moore is a close second.
Anyway, haters gonna hate. But haters are just a bunch of fanboys and elitist *******s. (Which, nowadays, is all UG seems to consist of. Mostly the latter).
Dream Theater is pretty damn close to being my all time favorite band. And A7X is NOT a mediocre band with talentless, uninspired musicians. I don't care where Mike is playing, as long as he is PLAYING. He could have just called it quits. And I guarantee if he did that, you DT fanboys would be bitching A LOT more.
The important thing is he's still making music, and he is having FUN. Whether the aforementioned 'music' is something you enjoy or not is irrelevant. Just grow up and move on. A7X fans, and ESPECIALLY Dream Theater fans alike.
The thing I don't get, is DT has been around a lot longer, so its fans are obviously a lot older than most A7X fans, right? So why are DT fans acting like they're the whiny teenage fanbase that A7X supposedly consists of? Really? Something doesn't add up there.
Yeah... The Rev was notorious for doing lots of hard drugs, he even admitted it in several interviews. He was a great drummer, and a pretty good vocalist as well. And I'm so tired of seeing the "They Sold Out" Bull shite. Get off the bandwagon. It used to be when bands came out with new and different material, the fans would simply except it and say "Cool, I like the new direction." But now its like "Oh they sold out because they don't scream as much any more..." Thats stupid and ignorant. Believe it or not, sometimes clean vocals actually sound pretty awesome. On that note, I did not like the new a7x album, the eponymous album was eh, and I cant stand Sounding The Seventh Trumpet. Ok Im finished.
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
I like a7x man. They're a band better to be heard than to be seen, I gotta admit... but they're ****ing fantastic. The vocal work is insanely good for the type of music, the guitars are pretty good, and the drums had their unique kind of sound. Nightmare was great. I agree. Portnoy's a god amongst drummers, and they're honored to have him playing with them. I think it's pretty ****in' gnarly.
These conversations get boring after a while hey. He's Mike Portnoy, he'll always be great and we don't have the right to say what band he should or shouldn't be playing in. It's his music career isn't it. He's a big boy, he'll do what he wants and needs to do for himself, not to please any of you.
Dream Theater hasn't been good since the 90s. A7X hasn't been good ever. At least he's going to be making more money and having fun now. We should all just leave him be.
Think it's funny how so many people here seem to think they know what's best for him. They don't even know him personally. Personally I would like him to stay with A7X. Saw DT at Download 09, worst band I have ever seen live. Never seen so many people sleeping during a band.
That's because most people are morons when it comes to music. That could pretty much be proven as a fact. Most people know absolutely nothing about music so they don't understand what bands like DT are doing on stage. It's lame. Particularly in the US we ignore real talent and support absolute garbage.
I know lots of people here like to hate on A7X, but if you pay attention Avenged's music is getting more complex each album. Who knows, another album or so and they could be the new DT.
I really really hope Mike gets over his midlife crisis and leaves that mediocre pop-metal band to start making some decent music again.
"mediocre pop metal" What the hell do you listen to thats better? Dragonforce because they play their guitars at 1 million BPM? Some black metal band so that everyone knows how "extreme" your music tastes are?
Most people that criticize avenged sevenfold haven't a clue what they're talking about. A7X are easily one of the most talented groups out there right now, its about time they got more recognition for their efforts.
Both guitarists are MIT graduates and have amazing compositional skills. Their drummer that passed away was so skilled that practically ONLY portnoy could've filled his shoes. Many older, more experienced drummers have also said this.
I'm not a 15 year old A7X fanboy, im just someone that respects and admires them for working hard and putting some real talent into their albums.
You're just some idiot who doesn't know what they're talking about.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
Thats exactly what i thought
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
Just you and A7X fanboys like this.
I personally think that he will get bored of playing in standard time sometime next year, realised that he made a huge mistake and come begging to Petrucci to take him back. If he did go back to DT probably one of the terms is that Petrucci gives him a dead arm everyday for the rest of his life lol
fanboys unite!!!!! (check out my username)
I think it would be pretty cool if he became A7X's new drummer. Oh yeah, I am a 15-year old fanboy as GenerationKILL has claimed not to be
Mike Portnoy + AX7 = Porsche engine + Toyota frame
am I the only one getting this impression?
Don't bash Toyota dude.
this ^ toyotas ftw!! DT is good for their style, a7x is good for their style. you dont compare oranges and doorknobs. why? because they are so different, e.g. dt & a7x
am i the only one who hates both bands? screw dream theater with their stale dad-metal, and screw a7x with their clothing lines and drug addict corpse of an ex-drummer. with your no attitude bands rofl
I really really hope Mike gets over his midlife crisis and leaves that mediocre pop-metal band to start making some decent music again.
"mediocre pop metal" What the hell do you listen to thats better? Dragonforce because they play their guitars at 1 million BPM? Some black metal band so that everyone knows how "extreme" your music tastes are?
Most people that criticize avenged sevenfold haven't a clue what they're talking about. A7X are easily one of the most talented groups out there right now, its about time they got more recognition for their efforts.
Both guitarists are MIT graduates and have amazing compositional skills. Their drummer that passed away was so skilled that practically ONLY portnoy could've filled his shoes. Many older, more experienced drummers have also said this.
I'm not a 15 year old A7X fanboy, im just someone that respects and admires them for working hard and putting some real talent into their albums.
You're just some idiot who doesn't know what they're talking about.
**** you ignorant dick A7X have shit talent and make shit songs and only posers like them along with BFMV and pap roach, tool
I really really hope Mike gets over his midlife crisis and leaves that mediocre pop-metal band to start making some decent music again.
"mediocre pop metal" What the hell do you listen to thats better? Dragonforce because they play their guitars at 1 million BPM? Some black metal band so that everyone knows how "extreme" your music tastes are?
Most people that criticize avenged sevenfold haven't a clue what they're talking about. A7X are easily one of the most talented groups out there right now, its about time they got more recognition for their efforts.
Both guitarists are MIT graduates and have amazing compositional skills. Their drummer that passed away was so skilled that practically ONLY portnoy could've filled his shoes. Many older, more experienced drummers have also said this.
I'm not a 15 year old A7X fanboy, im just someone that respects and admires them for working hard and putting some real talent into their albums.
You're just some idiot who doesn't know what they're talking about.
**** you ignorant dick A7X have shit talent and make shit songs and only posers like them along with BFMV and pap roach, tool
You clearly haven't heard any Tool but what they put on the radio...
i no my name says a7xfan but i love dream theater just as much but i dont think MP is a good fit for A7X i mean hes hella good but they need someone that is freash that will make a new name not use some old one if if anyone gets what im saying i think MP should just have stayed in dream theater cuase hes the whole resone i liked that band he made that band even better
am i the only one who hates both bands? screw dream theater with their stale dad-metal, and screw a7x with their clothing lines and drug addict corpse of an ex-drummer. with your no attitude bands rofl
Haha, i'm not an A7X fanboy by any means, but this is great for Portnoy.
The guy is playing with a band who write songs, not 8 minutes of indulgence.
Just because something has technical merit doesn't mean it's automatically classified it as indulgent. God forbid music that their music is interesting to listen to. A7X is the Justin Bieber of metal, not because they're unskilled musicians, but because they're a passing trend, very popular now but soon to be forgotten and deleted off of iPods to make room.
I really really hope Mike gets over his midlife crisis and leaves that
mediocre pop-metal band to start making some decent music again.
"mediocre pop metal" What the hell do you listen to thats better?
Dragonforce because they play their guitars at 1 million BPM? Some black metal band so that everyone knows how "extreme" your music tastes are?
Guys, did you know that other than Avenged Sevenfold, Dragonforce and Black Metal are the only other metal out there? Nevermind all the sick new thrash bands like Warbringer and Evile. Nevermind all the great progressive acts like Symphony X, Opeth, Mastodon, Between the Buried and Me, or Pagan's Mind. Forget about all the melodic death metal groups like Children of Bodom or At the Gates. Screw those power metal groups like Iced Earth and Edguy. To hell with the technical death metal antics of Arsis and Revication. And ignore all the metal giants like Slayer, Metallica, Cannibal Corpse, Megadeth, and Pantera. If you don't listen to A7X, you're listening to Dragonforce or Black metal, and that's a fact.
Wow it's funny how A7X and DT are my two favorite bands of all time and how when the Rev died Mike started playing with them... I think people should just calm down a bit (on both sides) saying A7X is bad means you just haven't listened to them enough, you can see how ppl either love this band or completely hate it, I think it's cause most ppl just listen to Beast And The Harlot and Bat Country and think that's all there is to the band, but these guys are diverse in so many ways. I recently saw a documentary of how they made their self titled album, and every song had something different and very original to it (from a brass ensemble to an orchestra, to a slide guitar player, hyperbass production, percussionists, and even autotune). They may not be as technical as DT but I think Avenged is just as original as DT. Both bands are incredibly versatile in their own way and that's why I love them both. BTW I saw DT this year and they were amazing, luckily I got to see them at least once before Mike left lol
I like it too, and no way would I ever describe myself as an A7x fanboy. Thought their self-titled was mostly trash. Their new album is decent, certainly an enjoyable listen. 'Save Me' easily takes the cake as the best song of the album.
Let Mike do what he wants, I think both A7x and DT can come out better for it.
Mike Portnoy + AX7 = Porsche engine + Toyota frame
am I the only one getting this impression?
Not sure what you're trying to say but Porsche makes damn good engines and Toyota makes amazing everything (until recently). Both car companies are amazing at what they do.
As for the topic: Meh. Meh to both bands. I tried giving DT a listen. Not my thing although I do respect the skill level. Personally I think A7X's new album was trash. Its downhill from here. At least Portnoy's happy. He has enough money, so I'm happy that hes happy.
Good riddance. Get someone in Dream Theater that WON'T bog them down like Portnoy's been doing since Octavarium. Get Damon Che to play drums. That'd be pretty epic.
I can't get enough of these comments. You guys are just... hahahahaha.
Mike Portnoy is the only person that tells Mike Portnoy what to do. End of story. If he decides to join Lady Gaga's hypothetical backing band, then whatever, as long as it makes him happy.
wow disturbing news. mike should just join fall out boy and re start the band. he's style of music does compliment the sounds of pop punk... if you 'pros of music' actually listen properly to his playing styles.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
When you're on a bus and in a studio with the same four guys for 25 years without taking a true break, you'll want to have a change of scenery too.
That's not really the point. He said he asked the members of DT if they wanted to take a break, rather than spend time making another album immediately. They said no. So he left to take a break. Then he did the opposite of taking a break.
I really really hope Mike gets over his midlife crisis and leaves that mediocre pop-metal band to start making some decent music again.
"mediocre pop metal" What the hell do you listen to thats better? Dragonforce because they play their guitars at 1 million BPM? Some black metal band so that everyone knows how "extreme" your music tastes are?
Most people that criticize avenged sevenfold haven't a clue what they're talking about. A7X are easily one of the most talented groups out there right now, its about time they got more recognition for their efforts.
Both guitarists are MIT graduates and have amazing compositional skills. Their drummer that passed away was so skilled that practically ONLY portnoy could've filled his shoes. Many older, more experienced drummers have also said this.
I'm not a 15 year old A7X fanboy, im just someone that respects and admires them for working hard and putting some real talent into their albums.
You're just some idiot who doesn't know what they're talking about.
They're not crap, but you're exaggerating about as much as he was.
Why? His voice is a perfect fit for dream theater's music. You anti LaBrie folks would be the first ones whining and crying foul about his departure if they did can him.
A word of warning to Avenged Sevenfold fans.... if Mike does join the band permanently, you better hope they never let him start "singing." You've been warned.
I'm happy for Mike to be happy. Dream Theater will never be the same without him, but he's making Avenged Sevenfold a better band. He's happy being just a drummer without having all the responsibilities he had in Dream Theater, and he's getting back to actually ENJOYING being a musician and the love of just playing again. I'm happy for Avenged Sevenfold and Mike.
I know Dream Theater's a train of a band, and they'll never stop making music. They felt like Mike was slowing them down by wanting a break so he left..now they can get a different drummer and continue what they're doing and hopefully new ideas can come into fruition.
Mike's drumming is always going to be top-of-the-line..it doesn't matter where he goes, he can make great music and he can make music great if it's lacking.
I've been a supporter of both bands for years and I'll support whatever decisions they make.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
When you're on a bus and in a studio with the same four guys for 25 years without taking a true break, you'll want to have a change of scenery too.
That's not really the point. He said he asked the members of DT if they wanted to take a break, rather than spend time making another album immediately. They said no. So he left to take a break. Then he did the opposite of taking a break.
Maybe he wanted to take a break playing Prog and wanted to try something different? That's my guess!
As an A7X fan it is truly entertaining watching all the elitists cry about their beloved MP (Portnoy is actually my favourite all time drummer I'm just making a point here) joining a "shitty pop band." Clearly MP respects them as musicians and believe me, his opinion carries far more weight then any of you.
adj209 wrote:
DT should have kicked out La Brie instead.
This. He has always been the only thing that has stopped me being a massive Dream Theater fan.
he doesnt like going into an album cycle with DT so he joins AX7 for an album cycle?
When you're on a bus and in a studio with the same four guys for 25 years without taking a true break, you'll want to have a change of scenery too.
That's not really the point. He said he asked the members of DT if they wanted to take a break, rather than spend time making another album immediately. They said no. So he left to take a break. Then he did the opposite of taking a break.
Actually its entirely the point. He is taking a break from Dream Theater. He isn't going to take a break from music all together he just wanted a break from DT and his fellow band members. They didn't want to take a break, so he left. Simple.
queenslander47 wrote:
Actually its entirely the point. He is taking a break from Dream Theater. He isn't going to take a break from music all together he just wanted a break from DT and his fellow band members. They didn't want to take a break, so he left. Simple.
THANK YOU.
It's possible to want to take a break from your band without taking a break from music altogether.
I mean, if I were stuck in the same record-tour cycle with a band for 25 years practically non-stop with only breaks for the occasional side project (while obviously still keeping DT-related business on the forefront of my mind), I'd get pretty tired of it after while, too. And the break Mike suggested would have been a full-blown hiatus of a couple years. Perhaps for the purpose of just doing those side projects and get his head out of DT business for a while. I mean, it's all RIGHT THERE in his press release about quitting and interviews. Just because he didn't want to be in yet another album-tour cycle with DT doesn't mean, at all, in the SLIGHTEST, that he didn't want to do a cycle with another band. It just means he didn't want to do it with DT.
I don't know how so many people can blatantly ignore his own words about the split. Don't you people know how to read!?
avenged sevenfold arent what they used be but there are still some gems in the newer albums. not a huge fan of DT, so Im not too disappointed with Portnoy's leaving. in my opinion i cant think of a better drummer to take the torch
Dream Theater has been boring for a while, but Avenged Sevenfold is pretty terrible. Mike Portnoy's a good drummer, but he's a little overrated.
I understand changing it up a little, but to play bad music in a bad band is, well, a bad idea. Whatever makes him happy I suppose. Either way, I still won't be listening to anything this piece of shit band puts out.
Portnoy said he's had more fun with A7X over 6 months than he's had with DT in many years....i don't ****ing blame him then. You cannot argue DT hasn't gotten stale, very stale. He just realized it before all the other bandmates.
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
I don'y understand Portnoy wants a break from touring etc... DT took a break he didn't, Dt comes back he leaves for a break but doesn't take a break. But I'm excited to hear what they come out with I'm hoping more SFAM sound or 6DOITish.
Nice link fanboy. I really wanted to see the youtube homepage. Way to overlook my other points too.
90% of my respect for Portnoy went out the window with later DT albums....the tribute brought some of that back....but joining the band, touring full time? No respect left for this man at all.
I'm a fan of both bands, and i think people should back the hell off and respect portnoys decisions. The man has been the creative and promotive force behind DT for years now, who cares if he wants to try something different? He has great chemistry with A7X, so why shouldn't he embrace it?
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
people who bash syn are retarded. i think hes a great guitarist writes awesome riffs and solos. people who bash petrucci however are also retarded. i think that both guitarists are amazing in the sense that theyve made incredible songs that will be listened to and enjoyed for decades. in the end it all comes down to whether or not the sound appeals to YOU specifically, meaning everyone criticizing each other for liking one or the other is just retarded.
I love this whole: "Oh no! Don't go x to y, 'cause x is awesome brilliant talented music and y is whiney generic emo shit, which is no good for you"
If he thinks he want to be with them for a time, let him. Stop whining that doesn't help at all...
ppl just let the guy do wat he wants to do, my opinion is that he need a different routine wit a7x, something he probably couldnt achieve with DT. I don't really like a7x anymore, but I support his decision no matter what. Easily one of the greatest and most influential drummers in history (I'm a guitarist btw)
It's funny how A7x aren't always in standard time. City of Evil was more progressive than people give them credit for.
I don't think Portnoy should join A7x though, even though I would welcome that decision. Portnoy likes too much control whereas A7x have always been a band involvement.
i dont mind portnoy touring with avenged sevenfold.. but i dont quite get it, how could he jump from prog metal to "pop" metal?? a7x is quite good but DT is in different league..
I am quite excited by this. I hope he stays on permanently.
And I love how nobody is going to read this comment.
It's okay man, just let them argue. I kinda feel bad for the A7X fanboys now because DT fanboys are so elitist that they can't even pull their heads outta their asses long enough to realize that someone doesn't like DT.
I'm not even a Dream Theater fan, but Portnoy going from DT to Avenged Sevenfold is hilarious. Going from one of the most technically impressive progressive acts in the world to playing with a bunch of clowns who wear make-up and make mediocre pop-metal. Talk about a midlife crisis.
itis curious thatyou havent heard the whole album yet,or anything other than nightmare, which is disapointing to hear, but when you do, make a point to listen to save me
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
If you look at him over the last year, he's gotten covered in shitty tatoos and wears the same kind of clothes as the A7X guys. Mid-Life crisis and then some.
He needs to remember he grew up with Thrash Metal, not Glam Metal.
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
I love A7x, i'm a girl and i am by no means a fan girl either. Avenged Sevenfold are a great band, and criticizing their music just because DT fanboys or girls or what ever are devestated that their favorite bands drummer has left is ridiculous. Quite honestly i don't think he'd give a shit what the fanboys/girls wanted for DT, its his music career and he's doing what he feels like doing. Give the guy a break, ****s sake.
In my opinion, i believe that A7X are possibly one of the last good true rock/metal acts. The Rev is definatley in my top 5 drummers of all time and even though its near impossible to find a drummer to fill in for him in A7X, Portnoy has probably been able to fill the spot the best than any other drummer that i know of. Portnoy is a legend, not only as a drummer, but also in the way that he's helping Avenged get back on their feet. Good on him i say
i hope he doesn't stay with the band. it's cool that he's helping them out and everything, but i feel like he's gonna get pressured into joining the band. Take a year off mike, then come back to DT. it's what you wanted, and it's what we want. long live DT
oh wah wah DT fans. Yes Dt is good, but they can be pretty boring sometimes. Like both bands but I prefer A7X. They seem to have a more diverse sound imo. Anyway, if Portnoy decides to join A7X I
feel that would be awesome, but if he doesn't I'm curious to see what they'll do. Hope they don't split. Syn is one of my favorite guitarists of today
LOL. There are so many thing wrong with this statement. How is A7X more diverse then DT?
And for the record Petrucci is a far more superior guitarist. *facepalm
Okay, first of all, Avenged IS much more diverse. As much respect as I have for DT and the musicians that they are, their music gets very stale after awhile. Avenged, on the other hand, has been made famous (and for some idiots, infamous) because they are so diverse in their song writing abilities. (For example, listen to Critical Acclaim, then listen to Dear God.) Second, don't be an ass hole about Petrucci being better than Syn, it's personal opinion. Just because you are pissed off that Portnoy left DT doesn't give you any right to slam anyones ability.
What you smokin' bro? Self-titled was wayyy better than new album. It's good and all but noone, and I repeat NOONE, can replace The Rev...
Lion_Slicer wrote:
musicman789 wrote:
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
I like it too, and no way would I ever describe myself as an A7x fanboy. Thought their self-titled was mostly trash. Their new album is decent, certainly an enjoyable listen. 'Save Me' easily takes the cake as the best song of the album.
Let Mike do what he wants, I think both A7x and DT can come out better for it.
Am I the only one on UG supporting this? I thought the song 'Nightmare' was ****ing great. Have yet to hear the whole album though, can't wait til I buy it
The riffs were really boring, the lyrics were naive as hell, the only thing that was listenable in the whole song was actually the DRUMS.
heres how you tell an a7x fanboy from a general music fan. a7x fanboy = THE REV THE REV... MOST AWESOME DRUMMER EVER NO ONE CAN REPLACE HIM!!!! seroiusly R.I.P but yea you know what imma say. on a lighter note, huge DT fan here but would be good for portnoy to experiment in some simpler more straight forward tunes. cant wait to see them live
I'm pretty sure it can be agreed on both sides that DT and A7X are both very diverse bands... some of the DT fans really need to quit saying that A7X isn't, because I'm seeing that a lot as I read through these comments. Look at A7X's progression - STST - mostly screaming, but also including an extremely soft, beautiful ballad mostly accompanied by piano. (Warmness on the soul.) WtF - Half screaming, half singing, emphasis on the powerful lyrics. CoE - All singing, emphasis on the complicated and amazing guitar solos. Self Titled - includes horns, country, autotune, orchestration, etc. Nightmare - mostly singing, some screaming, key changes up the wazoo, time changes, etc. You simply can't say that A7X's music isn't diverse if you've actually listened to all of their albums. It's one of my favorite parts about them as a band.
also... if you guys wanna hear a drummer that blows portnoy outta the water, and makes the rev look like travis barker playing for a rap song, then listen to the faceless.
I'm pretty sure it can be agreed on both sides that DT and A7X are both very diverse bands... some of the DT fans really need to quit saying that A7X isn't, because I'm seeing that a lot as I read through these comments. Look at A7X's progression - STST - mostly screaming, but also including an extremely soft, beautiful ballad mostly accompanied by piano. (Warmness on the soul.) WtF - Half screaming, half singing, emphasis on the powerful lyrics. CoE - All singing, emphasis on the complicated and amazing guitar solos. Self Titled - includes horns, country, autotune, orchestration, etc. Nightmare - mostly singing, some screaming, key changes up the wazoo, time changes, etc. You simply can't say that A7X's music isn't diverse if you've actually listened to all of their albums. It's one of my favorite parts about them as a band.
When I read the first sentence of that comment I thought that it would be a serious relatively unbiased series of points. But then you went on to bumlick A7X to the max thus rendering your whole comment useless.
I'm pretty sure it can be agreed on both sides that DT and A7X are both very diverse bands... some of the DT fans really need to quit saying that A7X isn't, because I'm seeing that a lot as I read through these comments. Look at A7X's progression - STST - mostly screaming, but also including an extremely soft, beautiful ballad mostly accompanied by piano. (Warmness on the soul.) WtF - Half screaming, half singing, emphasis on the powerful lyrics. CoE - All singing, emphasis on the complicated and amazing guitar solos. Self Titled - includes horns, country, autotune, orchestration, etc. Nightmare - mostly singing, some screaming, key changes up the wazoo, time changes, etc. You simply can't say that A7X's music isn't diverse if you've actually listened to all of their albums. It's one of my favorite parts about them as a band.
When I read the first sentence of that comment I thought that it would be a serious relatively unbiased series of points. But then you went on to bumlick A7X to the max thus rendering your whole comment useless.
Don't get me wrong, I love both bands. But reading the comments, I'm seeing a lot more people saying that Avenged Sevenfold isn't nearly as diverse as Dream Theater.
I really do not get why so many people here are being so harsh on A7X. They are a talented band and people should just be appreciative that he help set up DT in the first place and be glad he's doing what he wants to do, not what other people tell him to do. If Mike Portnoy a.k.a one of the most talented drummers of all time, enjoys working with A7X then there must be something good about working with them.
Take a look at the amount of comments.
I can only say one thing: HATERS ARE GONNA HATE
this. just this
Portnoy knows whats best for Portnoy.
and i don't think he gives a crap what anyone thinks...
at the end of it. he's pissed one set of fans off for doing whats best for him as a person.
and made a fanbase of a band, hate another band for helping them through a tough time.
can he do nothing right.
A7X have lost their drummer and close friend. he's helping them by allowing them to play the music they wrote for their fans. personally, thats an admirable thing to do. he could have said no.
yes he left DT, but if you read his statement on that, it had nothing to do with A7X.
Im a fan of DT and A7X, but comon seriously, give the guy a break. noone moans when he goes on tour with transatlantic. why should A7X get the bitchy comments?
Ahahaha Dream Theater is less diverse, that's funny. And Syn's guitar work sucks. All he does is play really high up on the fret board while using a harmonizer pedal. Petrucci=100000x better.
But I do hope he stays out of DT. He's a control freak about their music.
Butthurt DT fan is butthurt. Since I've received some criticism for saying A7X is more diverse, here's why I say tht. Listen to the self-titled album. Little Piece of Heaven is nothing like their other stuff beng dominantly a horns song, then they do a country rock song with Dear God (both excellent songs imo). Then they have Seize the Day from COE, an acoustic song with a powerful emotional solo (try that petrucci) from Syn. Just a few examples
I don'y understand Portnoy wants a break from touring etc... DT took a break he didn't, Dt comes back he leaves for a break but doesn't take a break. But I'm excited to hear what they come out with I'm hoping more SFAM sound or 6DOITish.
Nice link fanboy. I really wanted to see the youtube homepage. Way to overlook my other points too.
Ok the link messed up look up Lines in the Sand solo... Also if they play many styles it means nothing, it also means nothing to argue people like different things. But you saying Petrucci can't play emotional makes you wrong on that statement. I couldn't less what you think is versatile. You like what you like but don't trash on someone because you clearly have no idea what you are talking about.
Mike Portnoy is one of the best progressive metal drummers, but the simple fact that he is playing with a gay emo band makes me believe that he sold his soul to the Fake-Metal. Playing the drums for A7X is like playing the drums for Lady Gaga. It is a waste of talent by Portnoy and the lead guitar of the band.
and also to all the butthurt DT fans hes not really JOINING A7X yet hes just touring with them a little while longer. half of you only posted on here because you were still stuck in the fetal position sucking ur thumbs after he left DT and figured you might as well take out your aggro where its not needed
i say this as both a DT fan AND an A7X fan
I've looked up a few solos. All he does is stare down at his fretboard. Not denying hes a great guitarist he really is, but idk he seems a little robotic at times. So yeah definitely know what I'm talking about.
Myung'sMusicman wrote:
Ok the link messed up look up Lines in the Sand solo... Also if they play many styles it means nothing, it also means nothing to argue people like different things. But you saying Petrucci can't play emotional makes you wrong on that statement. I couldn't less what you think is versatile. You like what you like but don't trash on someone because you clearly have no idea what you are talking about.
Your name is from the bass player of DT. Clearly you have a slight bias towards them. And I'm not trashing I'm stating my opinion, and if you don't like it I'm sorry, but my opinion is Syn has more emotion
I'm pretty sure it can be agreed on both sides that DT and A7X are both very diverse bands... some of the DT fans really need to quit saying that A7X isn't, because I'm seeing that a lot as I read through these comments. Look at A7X's progression - STST - mostly screaming, but also including an extremely soft, beautiful ballad mostly accompanied by piano. (Warmness on the soul.) WtF - Half screaming, half singing, emphasis on the powerful lyrics. CoE - All singing, emphasis on the complicated and amazing guitar solos. Self Titled - includes horns, country, autotune, orchestration, etc. Nightmare - mostly singing, some screaming, key changes up the wazoo, time changes, etc. You simply can't say that A7X's music isn't diverse if you've actually listened to all of their albums. It's one of my favorite parts about them as a band.
When I read the first sentence of that comment I thought that it would be a serious relatively unbiased series of points. But then you went on to bumlick A7X to the max thus rendering your whole comment useless.
What are you talking about dude? all of those are great points. A7X has got it all. Don't be mad cuz you got pwned by an A7X fan. Some of us are intelligent
seriously dont make fun of A7X because they have this thing called talent. people talk so much crap because they have a diverse style and diverse playing skills such as how syn gates play (when you can play like syn gates then you are allowed to talk crap), my bad if avenged sevenfold is a unique band.
Basically it's a big f u to DT fans that supported MP over the last couple decades. Don't forget your roots man, without your DT fans you wouldn't be where you're at.
And quit telling me to leave him alone, it was his decision, etc. I have supported his band for the last two decades, I can criticize if I want. It comes with the territory, especially being such a high profile musician.
seriously dont make fun of A7X because they have this thing called talent. people talk so much crap because they have a diverse style and diverse playing skills such as how syn gates play (when you can play like syn gates then you are allowed to talk crap), my bad if avenged sevenfold is a unique band.
Unique? WTF, really? Sounds like most of the other crap I hear on the radio. They're OK, at best.
im so happy hes with a7x mike was the revs favorite drummer and is a amazing drummer and will fill a great spot as their drummer so the negative comments should stop. a7x is the best band alive and dead and should be talked respectively, and i agree with tigerrawrface once you can play like syn or even zacky then you can talk shit but till then keep your negative comments to yourself
For people who bash Avenged Sevenfold for being pop-metal, please refrain from dryhumping your Dream Theater posters. Portnoy can clearly see who the better of the bands is, and made the right decision. I've listened to many songs by DT and they are something awful, just a sweet drum beat followed by an unoriginal guitar riff and a singer who sounds like he's autistic. Plus, let's be honest, he probably made more money off Nightmare than he did for all of DT's terrible progressive(ly worse) metal albums. At least A7X tried new things, DT sticks with the same boring formula that really makes me scratch my head as to how someone could bash another band while they are listening to this garbage.
Agreed.
A7X are way more original than DT, at least A7X arent afraid to put the odd orcheastral song on the record DT are one of those "metal" bands who were good on the first/second record but then turned crap.
he likes the guys in avenged sevenfold, so he's helping them out, i think he's got to the point in his career when he can do what he likes, it may not be because of the music that he is with avenged at the moment but he likes THEM AS PEOPLE. stop crying and bitching, morons
Whats funny, is that reading this you can tell who the kids are. Fanboys/girls, get the hell over yourselves, the bands are completely different. Let the man (Portnoy) do what he wants. Not that it matters, himself and Avenged went their separate ways anyway.
