Mike Portnoy, drummer for Dream Theater announced on the 8th of September that he has left the band as he wants to pursue better ventures and challenges in his drumming career. He has been a part of Dream Theater since 25 years, in fact he has been in the band since the beginning.
The band has given an official comment over Mike’s departure, “To all of our loyal fans and friends: It is with profound sadness — regret — we announce that Mike Portnoy, our lifelong drummer and friend, has decided to leave Dream Theater. Mike’s stature in the band has meant the world to all of us professionally, musically, and personally over the years. There is no dispute: Mike has been a major force within this band.” – Dream Theater.
But this is not the end of Dream Theater, they state that they want to move ahead with the band’s future and probably give the fans what they want. They wish Mike the best in his musical career, as he was a very unique drummer and was also an integral part of Dream Theater.
THE FANS WANT PORTNOY IN DREAM THEATER!
A7X ARE GAY!
This sucks
he WAS Dream Theater. Idk how they’ll keep on without him but best of luck DT!