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Topic: Dream Theater Drummer Auditions
Posted: May 26 2011 at 22:05

DT11 is my most anticipated album of this year, for many reasons

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Posted: May 26 2011 at 16:31

Pretty nice interview of Mike Mangini, he still seems so humble with the whole DT drummer thing. He really comes off as very personable guy and ready to do battle this summer.

http://vimeo.com/24056654

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Posted: May 05 2011 at 11:02

Fair article here of new drummer

Mike Mangini talks Dream Theater, Portnoy

05.05.2011 | Kane_H | 0 Comments

Newly announced Dream Theater drummer Mike Mangini has opened up and discussed his recent addition to the iconic prog metal band, with the musician also paying tribute to former skinsman, Mike Portnoy.

Killyourstereo reported last week, the official introduction of Mangini to the Dream Theater fold.

Subsequently, the 48 year-old, who beat out other noted candidates including Derek Roddy and Virgil Donati, caught up with respected music magazine, Modern Drummer to discuss the recent happenings.

Of interest, Mangini affirms that he has finished recording drums for the band's upcoming studio album.

"My drum tracks for the new DT release are finished. They are currently finishing up keys and vocals. The new CD is scheduled for release in the fall," Mangini said.

Furthermore, the drummer talked of his professional and personal admiration for former DT member, Mike Portnoy.

"I am so grateful to Mike Portnoy for setting the bar so high in Dream Theater’s music. I made a point of playing Mike’s parts specifically for the audition because I wanted to put the music first, not my chops first. I love Mike Portnoy and have a deep respect for what he created with Dream Theater. I believe that he spoke from his heart when he wanted to be elsewhere. And I know he wanted to come back. But I’m sure that everything that is happening for him right now is going to be the right thing for him, because his heart told him it was time to move on."

Fans can read the full interview here.

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Posted: May 03 2011 at 11:26

TheClosing wrote:

Triceratopsoil wrote:

LOL GURLS DON'T PLAY DRUMS

Hmm, dunno about that ... She sure can't though.

The drummer in my band is a female... but, you're d*mn right about that last sentence... Thumbs Up

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 22:54

Triceratopsoil wrote:

LOL GURLS DON'T PLAY DRUMS

Hmm, dunno about that ... She sure can't though.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 20:41

Considering bad lyrics are the rule rather than the exception, they aren't really a problem in this case.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 20:38

rdtprog wrote:

Eärendil wrote:

Originally posted by topographicbroadways

topographicbroadways wrote:

Come to think of it I hope the use of A Nightmare To Remember in the auditions doesn't mean they intend to play it live. That song should be left to rot in DT history

I agree. The lyrics are probably the worst of their entire discography, and the growling sure doesn't help either.

Sorry for you, their is a good chance that they play this song on the next tour. I like the atmosphere of this song. The lyrics? I didn't pay much attention... Shocked

I love that song... is one of my most playing lately... as a latin american, I missed that part of "bad lyrics" stuff, guess the lyrics about demons, vampires and monsters are a lot worse than a car accident. Great prog metal song actually, love it. Headbanger

Change the program inside... Stay in silence is a crime.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 20:28

colorofmoney91 wrote:

I like to pretend that Dave Grohl or Meg White is the new Dream Theater drummer. Just think how exciting and weird that would be.

Most people would call it "selling out" probably, but it would be interesting to say the least. I love the White Stripes.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 19:31

LOL GURLS DON'T PLAY DRUMS

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 19:30

colorofmoney91 wrote:

I like to pretend that Dave Grohl or Meg White is the new Dream Theater drummer. Just think how exciting and weird that would be.

Dave is well loved and respected within the drum community. If I wasn't a drummer and I had the choice, I'd pick Dave without a seconds hesitation over any of these guys. Obviously he's not as technical of a player as Mangini, Lang, Donati, or Minnemann, but that's not what's most important. Of course he wouldn't fit in DT as well; however, it's disrespectful to mention him alongside that Meg White girl.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 14:40

I like to pretend that Dave Grohl or Meg White is the new Dream Theater drummer. Just think how exciting and weird that would be.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 14:31

I think Roddy is secretly moshkito (or vice-versa)

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The whole thing with all us guys audition footage is....you're seeing 5 minutes (of what some editor thinks.... is creating "drama" for reality TV)
If you notice.....all of the drummers with the exception of Mike was presented as if they had a "flaw" in their playing.....and that certainly wasn't the case.
What you didn't see are the 2 hours and 55 minutes of kick ass jams, tunes played exact, etc......each drummer had.

Another thing that needs to be considered in my case is.....
I auditioned for DT because I was asked.......not because I wanted to be the new DT drummer.
Too much commitment for me to stop what I have going on in my life.

I have a snake collection (over 100 animals) that has generated more income than DT would be able to pay me. For me to stop that.......would take a lot.

This drum thing is fun and all but, it doesn't make up even half of my yearly income.
For me to consider that gig....meant I had to move out of a really big passion (and security) to do something......I've done already (touring) and am doing still through education and my own projects.

One of the questioned asked by RR was "how would getting this gig change your life"

My answer was....."I'm not looking to change my life."
That was a big shock to everyone listening!

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 13:11

I would say that "Count of Tuscany" is the worst lyrics they've written, at least in Nightmare they're not afraid to die because of some crazy Count Violin

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 12:06

JJLehto wrote:

Was surprised to see Derek Roddy among those who auditioned.
Capable of laying lots of styles but when I hear that name I think "extreme metal"
I think that'd be cool though, seems kinda odd for DT so that may be a good thing.

Considering Roddy's quotes on his forum recently, very glad he didn't get it.

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 08:01

Eärendil wrote:

topographicbroadways wrote:

Come to think of it I hope the use of A Nightmare To Remember in the auditions doesn't mean they intend to play it live. That song should be left to rot in DT history

I agree. The lyrics are probably the worst of their entire discography, and the growling sure doesn't help either.

Sorry for you, their is a good chance that they play this song on the next tour. I like the atmosphere of this song. The lyrics? I didn't pay much attention... Shocked

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Posted: May 02 2011 at 05:46

topographicbroadways wrote:

Come to think of it I hope the use of A Nightmare To Remember in the auditions doesn't mean they intend to play it live. That song should be left to rot in DT history

I agree. The lyrics are probably the worst of their entire discography, and the growling sure doesn't help either.

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Posted: May 01 2011 at 15:42

Come to think of it I hope the use of A Nightmare To Remember in the auditions doesn't mean they intend to play it live. That song should be left to rot in DT history