Drummer Reacts To - Mike Portnoy Hears "Burn It To The Ground" For The First Time

[@georgea8298]

His fills are drumming genius. The double bass drums add so much more to the original recording. Getting Portnoy for a Nickleback show would be like renting a Ferrari to go to the local shop.

[@marquisdelafayette1929]

Yeah like what he did other than that double bass during the chorus.. maybe because it’s hard to unhear what it actually is.

[@eatsmylifeYT]

"BASS" Why do a lot of people think it's "BASE"? Whether it's the guitar or the drum? And to think you people are trying to comment on a musical thing. It just shows you people are effing posers.

[@vvoof2601]

@@eatsmylifeYT chill.

[@eatsmylifeYT]

@@vvoof2601 Triggered, aren't you? You're obviously one of THEM.

[@toddcooper5781]

Mike is a fuckin genius

[@Endureth1]

100 percent! Nicklebacks drummer is gonna develop and dr king problem after hearing this. lol!

[@user-dj6cn4db8c]

Absolutely 💯

[@saab352]

Hahahaha

[@saab352]

Mike is one of the greatest drummers of all time

[@theprisonier]

So many Mike in DT… 😂

[@oppermanfitness]

I can’t unhear the double bass in the chorus now it’s so good.

[@extremelifeandlarydean1894]

Both versions are awesome! But, you cannot deny the feel, power and passion, that Mike brings to whatever he does!

[@beussta]

original drum is totally basic

[@raufmeister]

I never listened to nickel back and mike did a good job there better than the original, original is just simple drums, lack of energy

[@chrisandrita2004]

Absolutely incredible song by Mike Portnoy Colby!!!! I’ll say it again….Mike really is a genius on drums 👍👍👍

[@Treymont75]

I absolutely love the way Mike Portnoy plays drums. He can turn any song into musical bliss with his drumming techniques. I would love to have heard his drum version on any Nickleback songs.

[@BC08]

If Mike Portnoy was doing this for Nickelback songs I definitely would have been a fan of the band. 😂

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

I couldn't tell you the name of a single Nickelback tune, but can tell you the name of 100 Dream Theater tunes. Mike made this song kickass for sure. I'd buy it.

[@lconnerz100]

@@BaconIsNotBicepsI can name you a lot of their songs. The band is actually very very good. The reason people hate Nickelback is not because they don’t like their songs it’s because people are sheep. People hate them without knowing why or listening to their songs. An American comedian one day said on a tv show or podcast that he thought Nickelback were shit. That was the defining moment and people randomly thought they hated them as well.

[@doomburger8433]

@@lconnerz100 i agree. theyre sorta cheesy or corny or something like that but theyre not actually bad. I'm not a huge fan, not my genre for the most part, but there are a ton of worse bands that get hated much less. There are many corny/cheesy pop bands out there on the radio. It's normal. Hating them became trendy or cool or whatever.

[@monikabeki6838]

What a humble guy full of respect! He doesn’t need to put nickelback down like so many rock/metal fans and even musicians of the genre do! He is a pro full of love for music! He adds his style not to „make it better“ just showing his interpretation! Thanks for answering all the nickeback-hate in that way! Ps: i am not loving or hating them! But they deserve appreciation and for sure not that hate!

[@martinarscott3524]

Mike's playing in A7X 'Save Me' is what got me interested in drumming, I love that song, it's my all time favourite!

[@jasonbloated1252]

Damn hell yeah I LOVED learning that song on drums

[@lesliemiller9633]

This guy is So Fucking Humble! He did a phenomenal job and his improve was on point and didn't think he was a good fit? Now I gotta find where Dream Theatre is playing near me to hear this guy Tear It Up!!!

[@NeuroLinares-y2d]

Welcome to Dream Theater's fan club hahaha

[@Yellow_Leader]

He JUST rejoined Dream Theater. New album expected this year and a tour to follow.

[@8180634]

​​@@Yellow_Leader he's back in dream theater? What happened to Mike Mangini (sp?)?

[@Yellow_Leader]

@@8180634 By all accounts it was an amicable split. You can find MM's and MP's statements about it by googling. I'd link but I'm on mobile.

[@BrettMingie]

​@@8180634 Mangoni was a good trooper. He understood that it was a temporary gig.

[@ricardomartins3791]

He improved the song like a thousand times 😂

[@andrewvasquez7872]

right? the actual drums sounded like something new drummers could do haha.

[@thefitgm335]

​@@andrewvasquez7872Simple doesn't mean bad or beginner. Don't gatekeep drumming. There are plenty of songs with fantastic drummers, doing simple beats.

[@DanVibesTV]

@@andrewvasquez7872 nah, it's just a different genre. It's straight rock that is very pop compatible. Nothing wrong about that, just a more radio friendly style. There is enough space in music all kinds of genres.

[@jasonhelmich484]

Nah, the double bass definitely could work but other than that original is still better

[@PoppaBadger]

​@@thefitgm335Nick Mason of Pink Floyd is a great example of a good drummer that keeps it simple. If he weren't good, he wouldn't have been with the band from the beginning. Some have more technical skills, others like John Bonham and Nick Mason, were great time keepers, never losing the beat, no matter how long the song. Some drummers suit a certain band like Mike Portnoy and Dream Theater. I could only imagine what a Pink Floyd tune would morph into it played by Mike Portnoy. Actually, Voivod did an exceptional cover of Pink Floyd's "Astronomy Domine", with double bass!!! Amazing!👍🏼😊🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Bs73471]

Mike is top 3 living drummers. The Dude is amazing

[@jeromebangguiyao6392]

There is a Soul in his drumming that makes every song new life❤

[@sylvainfleury7550]

Wow, I had never heard this song before but Mike killed it. That double bass was on point in the chorus. Well done!

[@83dude]

I'm going to release a video of my dad reacting to me reacting to this dude reacting to mike portnoy

[@fretlessfender]

He made the song feel much better than the original!

[@WeAreTheUniverse78]

I'm a huge Nickelback fan. Especially the Feed The Machine album. And damn Mike. You took this song to a new level

[@adambrouk7952]

He's so good. And seems like a really good dude. I mean some of the stuff he plays is just gross good😊

[@Bs73471]

People are all over el estepario Nuts and hes extremely talented. But when you see these drummers especially Mike Portnoy You see the creative Genius that many dont have. There are people that can play anything and everything But thats all they have. The ability to write is what sets players like Mike apart

[@Selkirk69]

He played for A7X and did all the drum tracs on Nightmare...I am the one guy who doesn't love or hate NB..love how mike always talk/explains/remembers a lot, you get a drummer like Van Williams and you're f***ed as he is so quiet. He nailed this which, admittedly is like driving a Bugatti in a parking lot.

[@lucasdallabara7132]

Honestly, I prefer him in Avenged Sevenfold more than in Dream Theater. Nightmare Album is perfect. My favorite Album of A7X.

[@Darklimits]

Mike definitely added some cool elements to it. LOVE the double bass and the toms he added! The Toms could actually fit and not take away from the songs feel. But, I'll just say this as my opinion. Never forget the K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Stupid) rule. It's hard to actually do and have it sound good. This song, and watching this video, really proves that rule. The single pumping bass kicks keep the songs energy "Pumping" and moving along which actually makes it easier for most people, who are not musicians, to tap their feet to it and feel the songs energy and vibe. I'm sure there were takes in the studio with Nickelback where they had more complex parts and maybe even a double bass in the arrangement. But that's why you get a producer, Robert John "Mutt" Lange in this case, who can help with this. Obviously Lange's record speaks for itself.

[@chrismorris6356]

See this is why I'm glad Mike is back with Dream Theater. I miss his improvising and "feel" with DT. Not to say that Mangini was bad, just different.

[@dalatina911]

This Drumeo series is the reason I bought a drum kit less than a month ago. I’ve always wanted to play, but didn’t think I could do it. I started the 30 day free trial 3 weeks ago and I’m already reading sheet music and working on learning Enter Sandman by Metallica. That’s a lot for someone who’s never sat behind a kit before! I am fairly new to the metal world, but quickly fell in love with all the amazing drummers ❤

[@billwhitman4125]

Minus the vocals , it has a Adrenaline Mob feel to it. Love it. Thanks Colby Great reaction.

[@bjs001001]

He killed it! Love his style.

[@mcseforsale]

Imagine going to Nickelfest and seeing him on drums? Hell yeah!

[@Freeflier1978]

His drumming added a whole different layer depth and feeling to the original track. I could only imagine what it would have been like had he toured with them.

[@KNGxARK]

As a metal drummer of 20 years. Yes he should of used the double bass, especially in the chorus

[@mathewyerry2072]

The double bass addition was EPIC

[@chadknapp5170]

This entire series is absolute gold🤘💯

[@weakattheknees_]

the double kicks in the chorus elevate the song so much!

[@peevee605]

His signature fills, double bass drums and all his genius parts made that song 200% better.

[@trsmd007]

“I would’ve gotten fired immediately.” Humility & talent.

[@StefanP742]

People need to understand that Daniel Adair is an absolute beast...

[@briancave3823]

I said this in the video for this on Drumeo. Nickelback drummer should smash his kits and take up playing the bass. This made this song exponentially better.

[@ottozambrana66]

When you know... you know! Awesome display of musicianship. Thanks to you for showing this...

[@BrokenhornKT]

the double bass, with the Accents on the symbol and tom, Excellent!!

[@QuirkyFactos]

Many people hate them but they still crushing out stadiums!

[@schwanzmunster2503]

Mike makes them sound so much better. Huge Portnoy fan

[@PoppaBadger]

Portnoy IS Dream Theater.lol I truly enjoy watching Mike because he is incredibly humble for being SO DAMN GOOD. He keeps saying that he would've screwed up every song. More like, MADE THEM ALL BETTER!!!😆👍🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@malstonjr23]

I was just with Mike n the last time I saw him he was still with the Winery Dogs. I told him I hope n pray that u n the guys from DT can work out whatever issues there r. At the time he wasn't sure. Again I saw saw him a week ago n said WOW, the last time I saw u, u wasn't sure. Now the bomb drops that u r back with DT..He said u wanted it now u got it..I can't wait to c them back together FINALLY

[@RobertReely]

double bass was epic...sounds better than the original imho

[@poyznelf]

fascinating to watch a drummer at work. They are special human beings. A bit chaotic but in such a vital way for music.

[@srudine]

Mike owns this song! So much better than the original (and, like Mike, I have never heard it). His fills and double bass are spot on!🤘

[@FoliFlipper]

Seriously great take and approach of Mike!!! WOW!!! GOLD!

[@vmac65]

Absolutely phenomenal video. Yes, the musicianship of MP is top of the class as a rock drummer. Loved his improvisation and as you said “the save” which was seamless.

[@richardleenders8243]

Thanks Colby for sharing this

[@thegrimreaper1991]

Yeah I’m a bass guitarist of nearly 27 years and I’m a singer too. I love nickelback !!

[@scootd1]

Portnoy is an awesome and solid drummer who can play anything and is a very cool guy too!! Enjoyed this video very much!

[@madman1366]

Portnoy is in the conversation with the drumming gods. They don’t get any better.

[@EdwardSee-l7z]

Loved the double bass corus and ending of verses I think it pumps the song even more than it already is loved it wonder what he would've done to the other songs if he did do the gig

[@mathewyerry2072]

Nickel back has got the best production. Killer driving music

[@jamesdehart5039]

I didn’t use to like Mike not that he was a bad drummer by no means I just didn’t like him. However, this video has completely changed my mind. His version of this song was way better than the original. Who knew one song can change your whole entire outlook on somebody👏👏

[@DanielSell]

Love your videos, dude! Thank you. Great reviews!

[@ADHDxDahveed]

mike portnoy was the rev sullivan of a7x favirote and the drummer that inspired him. Nightmare he did all the drums in respect of the rev & it was a blessing.

[@W4Rx1Sx0V3R]

Portnoy was always the heart of Dream Theater for me so seeing him back in the band is super exciting for new music

[@jonathanwyman3869]

He brought energy to the song and made it way more interestingly

[@mriforgiate]

Oh damn, Portnoy just made this song 10x cooler than it already was! And if you hated the song, you might have to admit that it is quite enjoyable now!

[@frontprochproduction]

LOVED what he did with this song. Soooooo good.

[@racer80]

He is a genius!!

[@valimardorrin6869]

You know what is crazy, I am an oboe player but I cannot get enough of watching these reactions.

[@Silentnarcotic]

I've watched this twice now on two different channels... Man I'm a new fan of Mike now!

[@rubadee]

MP is incredible and a fun guy to listen to. This song rocks BTW.

[@ronald1850]

That's fuckin awesome Mike loved it

[@bamahi7142]

We need more cow bell!!

[@edwardfuentes9270]

Mike absolutely nailed this song!! With a little fine tuning like he said, it would make non nickeback fans like the song!

[@nhoelyagalan675]

He is a genius!

[@PoppaBadger]

Portnoy RAN Avenge Sevenfold!!!👍🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@brettpadgett9930]

Mike is the man!!!

[@BarakLevi931]

Thank you. Love your videos!

[@Freeflier1978]

I kind of wish they did another take after he perfected his drum track just to see how he would have improved what is arguably an already better drum track.

[@NeuroLinares-y2d]

The Best cover ever, are you agree?... NB needs a MP, the original drums sounds so simple to me. My humble opinion.

[@BradGardner71]

Dude I’m so glad I found this channel 👊🔥

[@FS.DJParty]

The double bass !!!!! not a huge nickelback fan, but this is this is my favorite.

[@schiiirm]

I feel he is having more fun with this. If he had to tone down he would. He iscone of my inspirations

[@PaulHilburger]

Love this guy.

[@Xformat01]

This was very fun to watch. Thank you!

[@Zimrack]

This guy... 1113. Respect.

[@edwardbilley5488]

What you expect Mike is one of the drumming gods yo

[@imojr]

Huge nickelback fan here and you did absolute justice to their song 👍

[@Gamerzsociaty]

He definitely adds something something different to the song but i like the original too. Like Mike said, its more chilled out which sometimes i like more than something heavier. If they did it with the double bass, i think it would overpower the guitar and bass so they would have to add like a second tack of guitar and bass to balance it back out.

[@scottmartin6594]

He fixed the song!

[@RaXXha]

I saw A7X live in 2010, and just now realised Mike must have been their drummer on that show, i had no idea. 🤣

[@EessaTube]

So glad he's back with DT. I actually went off the band when Mangini was in it. All their stuff started sounding the same.

[@balalumborshangrit2456]

He's too good for everyone ❤

[@germanpalamar6151]

That was incredible! I got a lot of fun

[@hudiis2]

Best drummer in the world.

[@sephuris5555]

There older stuff from the early 2000s and some of their more party songs are my favorite i cant stand the rest

[@elnino58ful]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥smashing it all day long

[@hollbeckghyll817]

To be fair Dark Horse is a cracking album plenty of banging songs on there.

[@paulauten1945]

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD MIKE MAKE THIS HAPPEN!!!!!

[@leogravesparanormalexplorer]

COLBY BRUTALLIKE FROM PORTUGAL BROTHER THIS IS SICK MIKE PORTNOY PLAYING IS BRUTAAALLLL🤜🤛

[@johnbernhardt4319]

I like Portnoy's version better! He's the GOAT!!

[@DunstrumGames]

Totally was digging the double bass.

[@kevlebmxeur]

And you know why portnoy was best drummer of the year 14 times !

[@anthonygonzales6402]

Keep in mind this guy was doin it in the 80s when prog was just getting started. Estepario is a great drummer but more of a gimmick. Piert, portnoy, and Jarzombek are the real deal.

[@AntonioVictorSpada]

With all respect and appreciation putting Portnoy and Estepario in the same line sounds odd....

[@davemadman7093]

Mike is awesome 👌

[@tweevers2]

Funny when he says "thats why they are rich and famous and I'm just a prog guy"....when Mike himself is worth around 8 million net worth and known the world over for his drumming

[@Dikz.70769]

Mike always fucking great drummer dude 🤘 genius man 🤘

[@harshtimes23]

Not a touring bass player but I play with a few cover bands and I find that playing stuff like nickelback get great crowd reaction. Easy to play and fun gigs. Also the most money for the night. Haha