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MIKE PORTNOY Explains Why ’80s Metal Bands Are Better Than ’90s Metal Bands

In a recent conversation with Sobre La Dosis, drummer Mike Portnoy shared three metal bands that he thinks were able to emerge at the time of the grunge era. Here’s what Portnoy said:…

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Mike Portnoy Says Continuing RUSH With Geddy Lee & Alex Lifeson Would Be A Dream Come True

During a conversation with Twisted Sister’s Mark Mendoza internet show ”22 Now”, drummer Mike Portnoy talked about Rush, and how it would have been if he would be chosen to tour with Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, as a…

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REVIEW: JOHN PETRUCCI – “Terminal Velocity”

There’s nothing like a carnival. Especially at night. Where eccentric Carnies and veteran attractions furnish some off-road, temporary grassland with an allure of charm, comfort, a sense of familiarity, and…

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Sebastian Bach, Dee Snider & Mike Portnoy Slam SPOTIFY CEO: “A Greedy Little B*tch”

The metal community has come together and slammed the Spotify CEO Daniel Ek after his comments on new music. Ek told Music Ally: “Even today on our marketplace, there’s literally…

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DREAM THEATER’s John Petrucci Reunites With Mike Portnoy On His Highly Anticipated Solo Album

It was announced back in June that Dream Theater guitarist, John Petrucci, will release his new Terminal Velocity solo album in the fall of 2020. Former Dream Theater…

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MIKE PORTNOY Calls Live Nation ‘Greedy Machine’; Says Policy Is Set To Destroy Bands

Ex Dream Theater, Mike Portnoy, shared his reaction after seeing the changes in live music shows by the companies and explained how it feels like to read these and…

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REVIEW: MORSE/PORTNOY/GEORGE – “Cov3r To Cov3r Vol.3”

It’s getting old, isn’t it? Endless reboots, re-dos, and reconstructions of the terminally reused. Sure, there have been some classic re-imaginings of some classic songs, films, and games. But they…

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Mike Portnoy To Fans Who Blame Artists For Being Greedy: “We Can’t Make a Living Today”

During an appearance on the Metal Godz Radio, Mike Portnoy discussed the current state of the music industry, sharing a few words of advice for the up-and-coming musicians. …

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Mike Portnoy Addresses Claims That He’s Joining RUSH After Neil Peart’s Death

Blabbermouth reports that Mike Portnoy has addressed a recent fake article on Rock-Progresivo claiming he was set to join Rush as a replacement for the band’s retired drummer Neil…

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Mike Portnoy Slams AEROSMITH For Backstabbing Joey Kramer: “Where’s The Loyality?”

Mike Portnoy has blasted AEROSMITH for not allowing drummer Joey Kramer to perform with the band at this weekend’s Grammy Awards. Earlier this week, Kramer sued his bandmates, claiming he is being blocked from playing at…

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MIKE PORTNOY Explains Why ’80s Metal Bands Are Better Than ’90s Metal Bands

Mike Portnoy Says Continuing RUSH With Geddy Lee & Alex Lifeson Would Be A Dream Come True

REVIEW: JOHN PETRUCCI – “Terminal Velocity”

Sebastian Bach, Dee Snider & Mike Portnoy Slam SPOTIFY CEO: “A Greedy Little B*tch”

DREAM THEATER’s John Petrucci Reunites With Mike Portnoy On His Highly Anticipated Solo Album

MIKE PORTNOY Calls Live Nation ‘Greedy Machine’; Says Policy Is Set To Destroy Bands

REVIEW: MORSE/PORTNOY/GEORGE – “Cov3r To Cov3r Vol.3”

Mike Portnoy To Fans Who Blame Artists For Being Greedy: “We Can’t Make a Living Today”

Mike Portnoy Addresses Claims That He’s Joining RUSH After Neil Peart’s Death

Mike Portnoy Slams AEROSMITH For Backstabbing Joey Kramer: “Where’s The Loyality?”

Sebastian Bach: Why SKID ROW Still Hurts and “I Remember You” Still Matters

Bruce Dickinson Clarifies “IRON MAIDEN Is Better Than METALLICA” Comments

Bruce Dickinson on Axl Rose: “I Always Regretted Not Punching Him”

Could RUSH Reunite? Chad Smith Shares Hints After Tribute Concert

SAMMY HAGAR Announces New Live Album ‘The Residency’, Jason Bonham Absent From Lineup

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