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[@mac.1517]

We gonna miss you Master! Thanks for everything

[@Djentstructer]

Aye

[@DeckardRJ]

Indeed! 😢

[@spudfella4937]

I will always love and appreciate Mangini's contribution to Dream Theater but I still can't wait to hear what Mike Portnoy will bring back to the band in their next release. Interesting time to be a Dream Theater fan.

[@martinator7]

​@@bishopoftroyfak you. Please apreciate this legend after 5 fantastic album with DT kids.

[@Michael_Michaels]

Speak for yourself, please. I'm not gonna miss him on DT. He had his time. I'll follow his work, as should you, and that's it.

[@ilijabozic3145]

WANNA SEE MANGINI ON DRUMEO NOW 😉

[@aadrianogamino]

Me Too, but it strange that they don't make nothing wit him...

[@ilijabozic3145]

@@aadrianogamino Let's hope they will film something soon 😁

[@InzidenzPanik]

Of course Jared was going to feature Portnoy because in eseence Drumeo is about stardom before anything else.

[@ilyakonrad]

@@InzidenzPanik So true! I'm glad some people understand it. It's a rarity to find a real educational value on Drumeo.

[@wongsakornwattanavekin7328]

Yessss

[@mikemischievous2091]

Oh man.. I am really going to miss your contribution to DT songs! Your drumming is 10/10 perfection!! Thank you for everything, Mike!

[@robj6131]

In second this.

[@deantalbotdrums]

3rd 👍🤘🤘

[@illuminaelsenyor]

💯percent yes🤘

[@danlc95]

​@@deantalbotdrums- and 4th.

[@phoenixmyers9997]

I am really gonna miss Mike Mangini, I think he singlehandedly furthered the cause of metal drumming

[@Vestu]

One of the best Mangini era songs

[@eLnof]

I was sad and angry when MP left and MM joined DT.... and now I'm sad and angry that MM left and MP rejoined .... Lucky to have attended all DT's performances with MM from 2011 to 2022. (just to be clear, I love them both as brilliant drummers. MP was the one who got me hooked to DT in the first place and brought me back to metal drumming from jazz back in '98. I owe much of my drumming knowledge to him...)

[@tejacavalera]

hope there will be "when day n dream re-unite part 2" concert where derek, mangini even moore will joined

[@ethanator6015]

@@tejacavalera I think it's fair to say that Kevin Moore not only slammed that door shut, but ripped the knob out, melted it, and used the melted knob to weld the door shut for good. That said, an encore featuring Derek Sherinian and Mike Mangini would be cool.

[@radenadityaaufarino8452]

@@tejacavalera for kevin, that will never happened..

[@FrankPCarpi]

Mike drums like a mathematical genius. I don't even know how he keeps track of the count.

[@Freedom35ab]

Jesus. I guess we won't be hearing this one live anymore!

[@reyhanvivaldi9597]

99% for sure!

[@greenbackz]

yeah portnoy play one of the hardest 20mins long mangini era song.. doubt it hah

[@JLA_254]

Mike, what a good song! We'll miss you

[@nikatapi]

One of the best drum compositions from Mike, and one of the finest on Dreamtheater's discography. Pure genius.

[@staciepaul]

Mike's approach is instantly recognizable. It's really musical. Like Neil Peart, Buddy Rich, John Bonham, you instantly know when you are listening to Mike Mangini.

[@BraceDeville]

Mike Mangini isn't just a human metronome...he's an architect on the drums.

[@garrusmandolin1362]

id say he is an engineer on the drums.

[@ArchieAsis-i8o]

The Einstein and Newton of drum, Not just a Patriot missile programer and Brain expert I don't know if he's a human, How he learn all the DT songs in just short amount of time

[@FMATheQuiet]

Neil Peart is Professor of drum Mike Mangini is Architect of drum Then Mike Portnoy?

[@plannerbuilder9223]

Indeed. He's always composing all elements of percussion, becoming a form (dynamic+tempo), space (pattern+rhythm) and character (theme) in DT musics.

[@krioni86sa]

@@FMATheQuiet portnoy is your mom

[@erikrevier4053]

I thought you had big shoes to fill when you joined DT, now I feel that Portnoy has big shoes to fill returning to DT. Thank you for 5 incredible albums of music with the band. Really enjoyed your solo album and can't wait to hear what you do next. I will be a fan of yours for life. Keep smiling Mike!

[@montruo000000007]

It will very much piss me off if they gloss over these last 10 years because mp cant play mm songs

[@sempthegreat]

@@montruo000000007 Well.. He can't lol.

[@IraSiegel]

Well said. I love both Mikes but I don’t see MP playing this.

[@ProjectVastness]

No more alien or pale blue dot live MP no skills for that, and I'm and hardcore DT fan since the times of majesty. Truth must be said, MM is above MP😂

[@joaopedrobm8911]

You'll always be missed Mike! You took Dream Theater forward and into the next level. This song is a masterpiece in the history of music. Impossible without you, Mike. Thank you for everything you gave us. We'll meet in Heaven. God bless.

[@danlc95]

100%

[@robinbarker5407]

Dream Theater will always have two drummers. Thank you for all you did for us and the band, Genie!

[@jamesbargar4469]

Well said!

[@jerryzi55788]

The Best Drummer of DT!!!❤

[@danlc95]

It was the only way I'd listen to the old material! Me and Portnoy just don't vibe. I love Mangini on LaBrie's solo work. When I heard that in 2002, I was dying to hear Mangini with DT. I was SHOCKED when it happened! I miss those days! The excitement for cutting edge drumming by a virtuoso!

[@jerryzi55788]

@@danlc95 Elements of Persuasion...Mangini does not take hostages there

[@danlc95]

@@jerryzi55788 - No sir!

[@danlc95]

@B00STICLES - Not the non Mangini version anyways. Portnoy puts me to sleep with his boring repetitive showboating.

[@iuryanderson2214]

Who? Mike or Mike? 😔🤏

[@fooook92]

I'll be honest. As far as I love MP, it's impossible to not be an your fan MM!. You can be sure that MANY will miss you in DT, you're amazing, both as musician and as a person! Incredible performance btw

[@FernandoSantos-hq1mp]

Mike... You were at a very high level for the capabilities of the Dream Theater musicians. For me,❤ you will always be "The Drummer" of Dream Theater. Thank you very much for everything, Master Mike Mangini.❤❤❤

[@semihboz3166]

The construction of the fill at 12:19 is pure musicianship. Without overdoing, lots of creativity. The combination of kick and descending soft tom patterns with emphasis on the snare... Unbelievable...

[@danlc95]

That was tasty!

[@garrido_jaimei]

What an amazing, creative and clean performance! You will be missed!

[@StokBrod]

I have been waiting for the drum cam for this song, incredible performance!

[@Maggot377]

That smare is tuned perfectly, and that groove is 🔥

[@mariesherylzamora74]

Im not a drummer but I watched this whole video twice. We’ll miss you Mike

[@o.d.d.4973]

Thanks for keeping the dream alive for 13 years. One of the things I really enjoyed about your playing is how you never seem to repeat a fill the same way from song to song, and your mastery of odd time signatures just blows my mind.

[@deantalbotdrums]

This is what I have been saying for years! 👍 He designs fills and drum parts to fit the music. I don’t know of any other drummer who does that to this level. Really going to miss this in DT songs.

[@captnhook236]

Man oh man am I ever gonna miss you playing with DT brother!!! You brought a whole new level to them. Thanks Mike

[@evilasiobjr]

Mike, your singles are INSANE! Thank you for all of your contribution to the DT catalogue, will remain a loyal fan 🙌🏽

[@bugravardal6432]

And…..It will never ever sound like this again. It has been a privilege to see you perform live. Thank you for elevating our standards and vision with what you do! Thank you master 🥁

[@danlc95]

It was a treat. He was before his time. His work will be studied through the ages.

[@thechangingtimes]

Polyrhythmic genius

[@aarondiaz1433]

A true Master drummer at work! It's very rare to see this level of musicianship, skill ,power , control, and finesse. It's crazy. Take it in and know this is unusual !

[@stevejackson830]

The day will come when Dream Theater will regret firing you. I highly enjoyed your contribution to the band.

[@ericsterk9939]

You did a great job those years with Dream Theater. I will miss you man. You are the greatest!

[@tldw8354]

This is so sick!! Thank you for your time and everything! I'm gonna miss your perfection in style, rythm, groove, poly-brain-f*ck. Just everything you brought to the band was mastering orchestral unbelievable drums. You will be the master for all times. That is for sure.

[@diegoferespitia1261]

We will never hear this masterpiece live again, Mangini will take it to the grave. That will be D.T.'s epilogue.

[@emmanueldechezelles8513]

Incredible drummer. And so human and humble. We'll miss him!

[@FearrariDealer]

Not only are you the absolute greatest Drummer in the 🌍 and will always remain the greatest in my life. Funny story i lived in Newtonville Right across the street from the new Newton North High School we both went to the same school it opened in 1974 i was Class of 1976 i was on the Swimming and Dive team i pursued the Diving end and was number 3 in the states ill never forget my coach Ben Merritt the nicest guy on earth i was at the Pool 6:30am Monday through Friday Practicing, showered and in Homeroom by 8:20am every day like clockwork im certain we met i became a Drummer in Boston Bands during the late 70's early 80's i played for 3 years in a famous popular band back than called the Lines i recorded three albums with them and one video in NY City it was a song called in my car, it was number one on WAAF and WBCN for weeks and number one over in Europe on their MTV called Music Box for over two months and it was on MTV for ages, i left them after being burnt out because im never home and all the money made paid for all the records we made also our road crew playing out every weekend Bunrattys, TT the Bears, The Channel, The Rat 🤣 , i was a Studio Drummer for a while played on some heavy hitters from Boston, also did some Recording at SIR recording studios in Manhattan NY that was a trip i met Billy Idol and Brian Titchy his Drummer one weekend we were both there recording ,and long story short got out of the music business and Opened a Ferrari and Lamborghini Franchise till retiring a few years ago, i still own my favorite Ferrari's and Lamborghini's. Ok now you, I've followed you with DT for 13 years and when i heard they got rid of you to get their Berklee College Of Music member back not only was i crushed but i was pissed and as God is my witness and im sure I'll have Zollions of followers agreeing with me that DT just wanted to get their roomate back, not taking much from Portnoy but not only are you a superior Drummer to him but you have personality and it shows in your presence onstage , the rest of the band is like watching the living Dead! Not a single one of them have an ounce of stage presence Myung, Patrucci, Rudess all have no personality or know how to engage the audience which leads me to LaBrie aside from him having the most stage presence and audience interaction its unfortunate to say that his Voice has finally given out to all his years of singing, i no longer will or have the need or desire to follow DT without you behind the kit and i wish you all the success from my ❤ you are truly a one of a kind Drummer and how DT treated you when Portnoy came sniffing around was very unprofessional which only shows their true colors! Your a better person Mike and you deserve nothing but the best life has to offer! One thing is for sure you definitely have this fellow Newton North High Brother in your Corner! 🥁 ✌🏼

[@henryjzbl]

The best Drummer Mike RESPECT

[@andrewlamont3053]

the mental & physical dexterity it must take to play this is unfathomable! you really are a master of your craft Mike.

[@thebreadlord666]

This was the album where I really started to see your input and creativity with DT. It’s a great song all put together BUT seeing/hearing this separated just shows how good it is

[@nickpruett8022]

From the outside looking in, it seems like you got a raw deal Mr. Mangini. As far as I can tell, you always conducted yourself with class and professionalism, and have played some of the most complicated parts I’ve ever heard. I personally appreciated your contribution to Dream Theater.

[@ChavesReardonMotorsports]

i love how happy you are behind the kit, shows emotions in parts where id be staring into space trying not to mess up, thank you mike!!

[@adnmusic]

You were the right man at the right place in DT. I love every album you recorded with the guys and attended every parisian show. We owe you so much !

[@aadrianogamino]

This is pure GOLD. MM plays tuplets inside tuplets any TS like 23/16 or Polyrhythms or whatever. MP just plays TS but no Poly no tuplets just that eternal linear pattern 4 hands 2 feet, the Lars of Prog

[@ejRecording]

Can you link the time stamp again that goes to the end of the song and what does TS mean?

[@aadrianogamino]

@@ejRecording TS = Time Signature.

[@rhnstjegilrhkscvn1djhrj969]

yeah what he said

[@thebreadlord666]

“The Lars of Prog” may be the dumbest thing I’ve ever read. Congrats

[@vladilenasmusiccollection9309]

​​@@thebreadlord666 you mean the most accurate... Lars and Portnoy are both egocentric, sloppy, afraid of metronomes one-trick-ponies that are way past their prime (very poor one, by the way) and never stopped to practice and learn something new in 3 decades. And they only hold on because of their legacy, otherwise they could only play in empty bar gigs, if lucky.

[@Akis_A.]

You were always so fun and stunning to watch! Keep it going Mike! 💪🏼

[@m591-b1d]

The God of drums right here! DT were the only band that could be able to display and create with your genius, no other band could showcase the true extent of your brilliance or genius or even hint at your beautiful world Mike but unfortunately as much of an amazing professional as you are not to admit so and take it with generosity, the band completely screwed you and now I see are businessmen who absolutely don't deserve you. I have been an obsessive DT fan since 1995, their music was like air to me. But my appreciation and dedication to your craft Mike has now moved me away from them and a Mike Mangini fan for the rest of my days. I hope you will find it in yourself to focus on writing and releasing material, collaborating with the greatest musicians in the world so that you can explore and inspire and showcase the depth of your genius to your fans. Best wishes and I look forward to the most incredible drum work and creativity I will ever hear. You didn't lose out, it's really DTs loss.

[@andrezmusikofficial]

This song is one of the best Dream Theater epics. And Mangini’s drum parts are next level 🤘

[@danieleiterer7468]

No words! What an amazing journey with DT.

[@fatihcoskun8613]

Sir your legacy always will be with us 🙏

[@permaxon2175]

That splash at 3:23 gets me every time 🤩

[@2501vai]

Me too! a cheeky little stroke of genius moment if you ask me

[@danlc95]

Same!

[@JaimeEspinozaJ]

Me too! Since the very first listen.

[@dandavidson1704]

That section after the chorus, just wow. So perfectly precise with power and precision, and mike executes this at this level ever single night without fail. World class

[@anggawege]

It's really sad to see you no longer in the band. Remembering, seeing you play for the first time with DT, I could only say WOW and WOW, even until now... An era that will never be repeated, the end of an era... thank you for your dedication. Legend!

[@notmyname42]

Can you imagine that one day, Mr Mangini played this song live with DT for the last time without him knowing about that? He always gave 100% of his talent to the band. I am still sad the way he got dismissed. I'll miss him. I'm glad I was able to watch several concerts from 2~3 row, look closely to him playing and even a Meet & Greet with a picture and autograph. I am young enough to not have seen Neil Peart on his prime year, but I am glad I was able to enjoy your time with Dream Theater. Mr Mangini, you'll always be the best for me!

[@erikl6988]

You are such a joy to watch. Really loved the last two albums - phenomenal playing!

[@martinovittori3585]

thank you for your drumming to this band. In my humble opinion this song represents the apex of your time with them, your work here is truly amazing. Thank you so much for all the inspiration you brought us Mike

[@gb4260]

Fantastic, Mike! DT's Mangini Era was the best. From ADTOE to AVFTTOTW, pure magic and DT never sounded better live. You'll be missed, Master Mangini.

[@klantic2]

Damn Mike. The drums sound perfect. That SNARE is CLEAN! I watched you from the second row play this song, but having the isolated drum tracks are fantastic! Thank you for your time, talent, and expertise!

[@SafeInstinct]

I will miss you so much in DT. You took this band to whole new levels. For me, DT will never be the same again. I saw you with Cory Wong - and man, it was great to see you show such joy and commitment - I hope with all my heart to see and hear you contribute more to this kind of music. So my dear drum hero, I wish you the best in the future.

[@fulvioforesti6802]

We all ll regret the band choice 😭 I was so proud saying Mike mangini is the drummer of my favorite band ♥️

[@pinkprogressive9904]

Thanks Mike Mangini. You are awesome

[@2501vai]

Remember folks, this is the guy that is apparently a robot and plays with no feeling... whatever that means. Gonna miss you, Mike. ALOT!

[@PetePohjanniemi]

never understood that either, just ppl trolling. MM’s playing is just perfect, EVERY hit counts

[@rot_studios]

I think this mostly stems from how horrible his drums were mixed on some of the albums. He sure sounds a LOT better with a more raw and live sound!

[@derekfagerwold4024]

God, I know. I think it's more than just people trolling due to the number of people saying just that. Drummers even! Just Portnoy fans boys not knowing what they're talking about.

[@scylla4342]

@@rot_studios has nothing to do with how they mix his drum. He play hells kitchen or any parts that have hihats grooves like a midi track

[@faririzki1422]

Thank you for sharing this masterpiece Master Mike Mangini

[@olivermark5512]

I’ve said it to other channels that uploads DT and I am going to say my wild take here. MANGINI SHOULD HAVE PLAYED OCTAVARIUM! I went to DT live with Portnoy again and they played Octavarium and I felt disgusted and had to walk out for the first time after following them whenever they are here in Asia and other places to some extent. People where saying Labrie can’t sing it anymore but guess what, they just did. For me, it was a disrespect for our man here and to some fans that leaned more towards Mangini, myself included. Thank you Mike Mangini for being part of DT and made drumming more interesting.

[@andrel.noronha3282]

Thx for sharing this! It is one of my favorites DT tracks ever!!!🤩

[@bahritkharakor9257]

Truly the Master!❤

[@michael_angelo]

Such an amazing song. You kept the dream alive! Thank you Mike!

[@stevesmith7268]

In my opinion, the most capable rock drummer alive

[@stevesmith7268]

Yes, I must say.

[@mukbangers_]

Thank you for your service sir. ❤

[@petermorton31]

I think its great, he's my favorite hard rock drummer now. He has so much finesse.

[@xenofonkehagias8937]

Thanks for all you've done for the band , I was glad that I saw you live with DT.

[@pianistgonerogue]

Having played Bach fugues myself for 20 years now, I cannot help but notice multiple rhythmic lines being guided simultaneously throughout. Been lucky enough, and so grateful, to see DT 4 times with You!!! Witnessed this peak DT composition being brought to life in 2022. Also feeling sad that I'll never have the chance of hearing it live again. Thank You! 👊🏻

[@petrucci973]

You have and will always be pure joy to listen and watch. What a monster of a drummer. One of my forever all time favourite gifted drummers.

[@reaganlam9724]

Thank you for all you contributed to Dream Theater. We may never know what really went on behind the scenes of your exit, but your public professionalism is a great example for us all. Your drumming is probably the most technically masterful any of us will ever get to witness, and you did such a great job helping the spirit carry on, as the song goes. Thank you Mike!

[@stucky]

Unbelievable Drumming!!! Out of this World....

[@Vissing]

Feeling very inspired after watching this. Thank you for your huge contribution to DT the last many years.

[@ThrashBandicoot666]

I just took your Master Class in Washington last week. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us all! It was extremely eye opening and helped me completely change my outlook on how i play.

[@swindle2240]

My favorite drummer. I love your playing Mike.

[@JK-zo4px]

Listen to Mike Mangini is the truth to recognize , how wide the world of drumming is, and there is every day to explore new aspects. MM is a fantastic drummer and a great inspiration for me. I am 57 years old now. There's a lot of more stuff to learn...😊

[@martinvranovsky7085]

I bet we won't hear this one with MP on the drums! But man, this is some crazy drum work. On the whole album, tbh.

[@ethanator6015]

Never seen a concert with Portnoy. But I get the feeling he'd simplify many portions of this song so that he can provide his signature backing vocals.

[@m591-b1d]

I think it's bs that Mangini was judged on how well he could play Portnoy parts from both the band and listener's yet when Portnoy talks he gets to choose whether he wants to play Mangini era songs or not and the fans are ok with that then they have the gall to compare the two with a bias for Portnoy. Portnoy is a delusional ego maniac, just listen to the way he talks about DT now as if to this day he owns the band. How weak and egotistical to ignore an entire decade + of DT material. Truth is he can't play Manginis parts satisfactorily, plain and simple. If you disagree it's only because you're a Portnoy simp. And for those who are so happy to have him back in the band, you act like Mangini era albums were 1. So much worse than previous DT albums and 2. Despite the brilliant next level drumming that actually existed the material you act like it's Manginis fault when he was treated like a second rate member the entire time. Please don't act like there weren't far worse DT albums during the Portnoy era, not everything was Images and Words or Metropolis.

[@martinvranovsky7085]

@@m591-b1dNot sure why you're yelling at me, I agree with you.

[@ejRecording]

@@m591-b1dyes portannoy called mangini a hired gun recently... He's back at his old ego tripping

[@m591-b1d]

​@@martinvranovsky7085 How is making a point based on what you said (not disagreeing) and giving your comment a thumbs up 'yelling' at you?

[@kitchenlab9578]

Wouldn't be a Dream Theater now if it weren't for Mangini:) I love this drum only thing! Really cool:)

[@julianmox0459]

Thanks for the amazing years you enjoyed me a lot!

[@jichola]

Love this song, thank you for uploading! Saw DT live twice on this tour. Never forget.

[@MichMaison]

Mike you are the best dream theater drummer for all time. It will be very very difficult for Portnoy to play your drum parts

[@marcoaguillon1987]

This level will not be seen again. I'll miss you, master. Thank you for everything

[@LaurentBATAILLE-ip1gq]

Thanks MIKE, a very good examples for our students ! They think that playing hard rock stuff means that they don't have to be precise... Here's the proof that you're so F... precise and that you never forces the patterns or the strokes ! Bravo !!!

[@iuricastro4690]

DT made a huge mistake! Mangini rules.

[@Ajoi1995]

Love it! Mangini rules!!’

[@InzidenzPanik]

After they kicked you out in such a way, I really lost interest in DT trying to rehash their 2010 formula...At least you´re still sharing these really cool bits. I am glad to expand from the double kick flams and 16th notes to actually melodic alternating stroke fills.

[@promethiousb1489]

!00%,,pure class,,,absolutely sublime playing.....

[@aundower6355]

One of the best metal drummer

[@Kyler_951]

Currently my favorite song! Wow!

[@edneigrilo9106]

You are the best! Thanks for share that....and please don't stop Master!

[@TheDoneroll]

My favorite epic song from the Mangini era...great live recording ...

[@DeckardRJ]

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G drums, man! Such a rich and varied drum line!!!! Congratulations!!

[@chepss]

Still remember watching this song live, im totally face melted🔥

[@KKplaysit]

Absolutely amazinig, the sheer mastery needed to perform that perfectly is just unparalleled, it's mindblowing. The energy, emotions, and fun interactions with Jordan are also a real treat to see. I'm truly saddened they let you go from the band but I'm a fan of yours for life. Onward and upward, love ya Mike, you're the best!

[@CarlosGonzalez-yr9tg]

How I enjoy watching each video of maestro Mike Mangini, incredible 🤘🤘🤘

[@TheDarkEternalKnight07]

Great track and great playing, as always!

[@mikeywankhar7855]

the Amazing Mike Mangini!🤩

[@robertfischer1869]

Good times Mike! Thanks for all of the memories

[@AAXplosion]

This is so awesome! Such a precise play and technique. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@KevinLuWX]

Do you still prefer Portnoy in DT? IMO Mangini has cemented himself as the superior drummer on his last album with DT.

[@SLR86]

The best Drummer ❤ Il Migliore

[@killerkite333]

Lucky to see you during the last leg of the tour. Your performance is always flawless.

[@terrydonegan1622]

We love you Mike!!❤