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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 04:38
Sad news because i love that guy, but i think we can replace a drummer in a band. We'll see how it will affects the compostion level with the next cd.Cry
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 04:39
Sad as it is, this could inject something fresh into DT. Think of the positives.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 04:42
I wouldn't say I'm a big fan. The couple of albums I have of theirs I find interesting, but no more really. However, reading this did come as a big surprise.

It will be interesting to see where he goes next. I would hope more Transatlantic like projects.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 05:10
Originally posted by Snow Dog Snow Dog wrote:

Sad as it is, this could inject something fresh into DT. Think of the positives.
 
This.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 05:38
sad news .but let see where mike goes now he is a great .drummer
and also how dt sounds without mike is something weird if you think about it
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 06:50
This is going to create a lot of anticipation for the next DT album that otherwise wouldn't be there. It was going to be "just another DT album, yawn" for most people- I know fans disagree but the wider consensus is that Systematic Chaos and BCSL were skippable. But now people will be watching the 2011 album keenly to see if they pull this transition off.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 06:53
Originally posted by Tony R Tony R wrote:


I think the $40,000 a show he's allegedly getting with AS might have something to do with his decision.


See, I would disagree there cause he's probably paying about five thousand a night out of pocket for the Transatlantic gigs.

In my mind, it goes something like this:

Roadie walks up to Portnoy:  Mr. Portnoy, umm, the pizza guy is here.
Mike Portnoy:  Oh, great, tell him to put it over there, Pete was getting hungry, (looks around) where did Pete go anyways?
Roadie:  Umm, yeah, he was hoping to get paid.
MP:  (Blinks) oh, go ask Neal, I paid in Berlin
Roadie:  He's indisposed.
MP:  in the bathroom?
Roadie:  No, umm.
MP:  Oh, right praying, ask Pete.
Roadie:  He's also indisposed.
MP:  Neal got him too?
Roadie:  No, He's in the bathroom
MP:  And I suppose Roine's missing as well.
Roadie:  I think he's arguing with Australia or something, he keeps shouting Nads.
MP:  (sighs and pulls out his wallet) You know, this is the fifth night in a row that I've paid for the pizza.
Sound Tech walks in:  Mr. Portnoy, the guy's done fixing the sound board and wants to get out of here.
MP:  and let me guess, he needs paid.  (Looks up into the rafters of the hall, speaking to no one in particular) I'd like to point out that this is only the fifth night on the tour.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:03
Originally posted by DisgruntledPorcupine DisgruntledPorcupine wrote:

This is seriously the worst thing in the history of music for me...

 
Some people need to get a grip about this.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:13
Originally posted by Roland113 Roland113 wrote:

Originally posted by Tony R Tony R wrote:


I think the $40,000 a show he's allegedly getting with AS might have something to do with his decision.


See, I would disagree there cause he's probably paying about five thousand a night out of pocket for the Transatlantic gigs.

In my mind, it goes something like this:

Roadie walks up to Portnoy:  Mr. Portnoy, umm, the pizza guy is here.
Mike Portnoy:  Oh, great, tell him to put it over there, Pete was getting hungry, (looks around) where did Pete go anyways?
Roadie:  Umm, yeah, he was hoping to get paid.
MP:  (Blinks) oh, go ask Neal, I paid in Berlin
Roadie:  He's indisposed.
MP:  in the bathroom?
Roadie:  No, umm.
MP:  Oh, right praying, ask Pete.
Roadie:  He's also indisposed.
MP:  Neal got him too?
Roadie:  No, He's in the bathroom
MP:  And I suppose Roine's missing as well.
Roadie:  I think he's arguing with Australia or something, he keeps shouting Nads.
MP:  (sighs and pulls out his wallet) You know, this is the fifth night in a row that I've paid for the pizza.
Sound Tech walks in:  Mr. Portnoy, the guy's done fixing the sound board and wants to get out of here.
MP:  and let me guess, he needs paid.  (Looks up into the rafters of the hall, speaking to no one in particular) I'd like to point out that this is only the fifth night on the tour.


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:15
Originally posted by Snow Dog Snow Dog wrote:

Sad as it is, this could inject something fresh into DT. Think of the positives.
 
Like more Transatlantic albums?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:23
Look on the bright side - hopefully we'll see more projects featuring Mike Portnoy.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:23
is this some sort of twisted 9/11 joke?
anyway, DT has been doing down the hill since a while now ...

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 07:40
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 08:10
WHY WHY WHYYYY CANT IT BE lABRIE LEAVING INSTEAD WHY!!! Angry
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:09
I was suprised and shocked after finding this out, I did not see this coming at all. I fully understand his reasons though. I agree it could be a good thing for both parties and who knows? They could be back together again before long.
I don't believe the decision had anything to do with money.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:28
Originally posted by Tony R Tony R wrote:

 
I think the $40,000 a show he's allegedly getting with AS might have something to do with his decision.

Artist/Event: AVENGED SEVENFOLD, COHEED & CAMBRIA, EIGHTEEN VISIONS 
Venue: Aragon Ballroom 
City/State: Chicago, Ill. 
Date: May 10, 2006 
Gross Sales: $113,438 
Attendance: 4,125
Capacity: 4,500

Not sure where you pulled that magic number from, but no way he's walking out of their shows with that kind of money. Plus I doubt he gets a cut of the merch sales. 


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:35
Originally posted by DangerousCurves DangerousCurves wrote:

I was suprised and shocked after finding this out, I did not see this coming at all. I fully understand his reasons though. I agree it could be a good thing for both parties and who knows? They could be back together again before long.
I don't believe the decision had anything to do with money.

and knowing mike, he'll make reunion tours two months after leaving...

nahh money has nothing to do, is not freaking the beatles here, its DT

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:43
James LaBrie's solo album (Static Impulse) comes out this month.
 
Probably doesn't suggest the end of DT in any way, especially since the band says their continuing.
But I'm curious about the timing. Like James LaBrie knew he would have plenty of time to record and tour in support of the release.
 
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:48
Well, I'm not a huge fan, but I have enjoyed there more recent work (in small doses).  However, it's pretty obvious DT has been on autopilot for a few albums now (or so it seems to me) so this just might give them a chance to head in a new direction, since Portnoy seems to have been the prime mover of the band.  Of course, it could also be a complete disaster if Pettruci writes all the lyrics LOL  (seriously).

If it means more Transatlantic (which is not necessarily going to happen, since the other members have plenty going on), that would be excellent.  Maybe Portnoy could be the next Flower Kings drummer?  LOL  (not a good fit)

Anyway, sounds like he's doing what he needs to do and hopefully it will all be for the best.



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Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 09 2010 at 09:50
Originally posted by Logan Logan wrote:

Maybe Myung will now have a little more chance to shine, and will finally be able to do that free-form jazz exploration "Jazz Odyssey" for Dream Theater Mark II.

On another note, is it true that Christian Vander has been asked to replace Portnoy?
 

I hope not. LOL
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