Dream Theater, the progressive rock/metal powerhouse, has added a new seasoning to their recipe. Like a great chef, Mike Portnoy, made Dream Theater's sound resonate with all the flavor of a 5-star meal. I remember the first time I heard "Images and Words" and the first time I saw them perform live. I've never felt more satisfied outside of eating grandmas Thanksgiving dinner. But the time has come for Portnoy to move into the next phase of his journey opening the door for a new chef to step into the Theater's kitchen to create a new recipe for the fans ot Dream Theater to savor.

In an interview by Zoiks! online, Mike Mangini reveals his motivation and vision for the new Dream Theater....

I’ve been a Dream Theater fan for a real long time. I’ve always thought Mike Portnoy was the best drummer of all time. When he left Dream Theater I was kind of shocked as was the rest of the Dream Theater fan base. However they got this new guy Mike Mangini who is just as good and a very interesting guy to listen to. After the interview I checked out the show near Chicago, IL and Mangini tore it up.

The group could not have chosen a better addition to the ensemble. MIke Mangini is a powerhouse, a musical drumming and a polyrhythmic virtuoso. I'm looking forward to tasting the masterpieces that this new chef is cookin up!

Check Out some of Mangini's fine solo work with DT...

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