Metal Drummer reacts to Dream Theater - Night Terror

[@BreadBoys]

you can tell this is porntoy's drumming within 3 nanoseconds

[@bvq330]

That spelling...

[@pelagic6]

It's just old hat at this point. DT got taken down to levels not seen since MP. Predictable and that's sad.

[@gabeockermandrums]

PornToy😂😂​@@bvq330

[@fenderb125]

"PORNTOY" 😂😂

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@pelagic6 never enough

[@RafaelRodriguezVargas]

Is it me or is Myung's bass tone KILLER on this track?

[@aneythemusicman]

His tone has been getting better and better these past 3 albums, I feel!

[@mikecerano5589]

I agree, it fuckin rips!!!

[@AB-fh9zh]

Not just you mate.

[@PaulHilburger]

It is

[@nicolitonicolas5918]

Hell yeah!!!

[@neilomac]

"Look at that kit." Fun fact: that kit is the Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence-era Siamese Monster, with the 40th Anniversary Tour reso kick heads on it for the video. I have it on good authority that there's a whole new kit coming for the tour, which I'm looking forward to seeing in the flesh at the O2 in about 10 days. 🙂

[@jaredklock8754]

Yeah he has a new kit for the tour. He shared a short video on his socials at DT rehearsal with his tech Jose. He wasn't showing anything, he said it will all be revealed when the tour starts.

[@Michael_A_Lewis]

Looking forward to it so much!!

[@thatenglishgentleman]

I'll be there also! Can . Not . Wait

[@elizapark6461]

Same

[@jonfiala1144]

Yup...he verified that on the Mike Portnoy Forum: For the record, this was the kit I used for the writing and recording of the entire new album…(my OG Siamese Monster from the SDOIT/TOT tours)…so it made sense to use it for the 1st video as well

[@tompramanaaccount8892]

So glad these guys recruit that awesome drummer from drumeo

[@markhansen455]

HA!

[@MauMainAja001]

LMAO🤣

[@Asphaltsquadron]

Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!!

[@waltersalamanca6163]

He is the original drummer of the band 😅

[@blackcitadel37]

@@waltersalamanca6163 it was a joke..

[@Bobsikus]

Opeth is coming back with growl, DT with Portnoy, everything seems to settle to normal times ! 😆

[@thedude4672]

Opeth and DT would be a helluva show

[@TeeOnehundred]

I'd love to see lamb bringing back Chris 😔

[@peterbowman5750]

​@@thedude4672actually happened a few years ago... .Prog Nation Tour

[@joakimskurk]

Next up, Pink Floyd reunion. 😂

[@SamGamgee8012]

@@thedude4672 It was!

[@ALMELMUSIC]

Why do people expect Labrie to sing like his 22 year old self or something? Not many people could sing those songs when he did and nobody still can!!! I've still to hear anyone of any age get near to replicating him. They've consciously thought about his older age and ability here, and that's good! Yes we'd all love him to be doing massive high F's and he could do it in a studio, but then people will moan about him live. This is a great song.

[@66Samus]

fuck yeah!

[@mastathrash5609]

People expect the same out of Bruce Dickinson and the truth is, we all get older the dude is still out there performing and kicking ass and I'm here for it

[@RafaelRodriguezVargas]

This x1000 I get it, his voice is not everyone's cup of tea, but the more I listened to them the more you learn and realize that what he did back then was amazing...and what he does today is STILL great considering his age and all he went through (most people would not sing again after his accident). No one can tell me they can find a singer like him, like him or not, he is UNIQUE and you can put any other singer in there and the band will not sound the same. It will feel just as weird when Portnoy was not in the band...heck, it applies to any them if I am being honest.

[@Bobsikus]

he sounds pretty much like old times I would say, but TBH his voice is not my personal choice.. but it fits the songs and I cannot say I "hate" it.. My brother is actually on side that if Labrie was not there it would be better, and as a good brother I always make fun of him of it 😅

[@alissonoliveira9494]

Exactly 🤦🏻

[@rohellyo]

Can’t wait for El Estepario Siberiano to cover it with a 3 piece kit while solving a Rubix cube blindfolded

[@SethDrums]

LOL

[@stevenc5448]

Me too

[@TheRealJeffPoole]

😂😂😂😂

[@a3s1r1986]

@@rohellyo hahaha, you forgot that he'd likely be smoking something during the video too.

[@ajplaysdrums]

😂😂😂

[@epnlvr9790]

Labrie sounded great, hes not reaching for crazy notes he knows he cant pull off like the 90s , everyone was on their ass this track!

[@ancho-31337]

In-studio tools doing a ton of work... if you've seen him live recently

[@elvancor]

Under every single fcking thing DT has ever uploaded, there's a guy going "Labrie sounds great here!". It's like a religious mantra. There's aggressive pitch correction his vocals, so it sounds okay. It doesn't sound "great". If you think it does, play this song to someone who isn't a DT fand and ask what they think of the singer. Get a grip.

[@Neo-Midgar]

​​@@ancho-31337 There is a massive difference between pushing yourself in-stufio & getting a good sound versus sounding good in a multiple hour live setting. Absolutely has sounded like ass live for a while, but that doesn't mean that in a controlled studio environment he can't let it rip for a take or two. It often happens with aging Metal vocalists, they still can sound like they used to in short bursts, which works in the studio, they just can't sustain it for a show or a while on tour. James Hetfield is another example. Just because he sounds good doesn't necessarily mean it's fake, but it also doesn't mean he'll be able to pull it off like that live.

[@ancho-31337]

@@Neo-Midgar yeah, I guess that's fair. I'm not a vocalist but he was bad enough live where it seemed doubtful he could pull it off in the studio

[@andrewade25]

Vocal styles have changed as well. The high pitched voice is not desired these days. James has made the transition.

[@drumsandlego]

the opening really reminds me of if As I Am and Freezing Moon had a baby.

[@fnaf3d83]

Thats exactly what i thought

[@Killerklownsfromouterspace]

Oh shit. Nice call on the Freezing Moon call man.

[@cliffdaddy126]

My mind immediately went to freezing moon

[@IrishAvenido-jy3cd]

😅 😂 likewise

[@tommy.salami1]

I thought I was the only one who thought of freezing moon 🤘😂

[@a3s1r1986]

I dunno why but Jordan Rudess' keys in this gives me so many Castlevania vibes.

[@Sigfried83]

Holly s....I thought I was the only one

[@ajelizalde]

it's the organ. that's why.

[@safelyanonymous5717]

i get that i just think Dream Theater could relax on the marketing overdrive at times and just focus on the music. Not sure we need to see Jordan's name on keyboard he lost some points with me there.

[@zero28ism]

They locked the fuck in for this song, I'm so exited to hear the full album when it finally releases next year

[@mattrobinson22]

It’s Mikes cymbal accents that do it for me. Their sound is already so percussive and thick…what he does with the cymbals really fills out the sound and makes it so much more intricate. It’s perfection.

[@mikehamner914]

i think it just comes down to him being a more musical drummer for lack of a better term. its less machine like and a lot of it is in his cymbal work.

[@shelliewerner5624]

This band was one of my brothers favorites...he's passed now...but I love them too...he used to describe them as MAGIC...thanks for the show...❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@olivierlemarois9620]

0:35 You might already know but this is not his new drum kit, it's the drum kit he had for Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence and he'll have another for the 40th anniversary tour

[@olivierlemarois9620]

I learned from this video here:(kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ-QpZRol7CeoMksi=3Zc4xegRDgL05eNh) that Mike will have a second kit for the 40th anniversary. The only difference from what I know will be the color that will be switched.

[@JasonBock]

I haven't been this excited for a new Dream Theater song for a while. I loved Mangini's style - the guy is an absolute monster on the kit and a great guy - but...with Portnoy back, something sounds like it's clicking better. I really like this new song!

[@pedroordonez7031]

I think Mangini is superior techincally to MP. The same goes for Jordan and Kevin Moore. But both MP and KM bring somehting more intangible than sheer technciality to the music. I am happy MP is back.

[@squidwardstesticles5914]

@@pedroordonez7031 yep, technicality vs musicality. The latter is always more enjoyable to losten to

[@FETRND]

Very true ​@@pedroordonez7031 mp is predictable compare to mm

[@Musashiwith46gun]

​@@pedroordonez7031 Mangini didn't inject any new thing to DT. The band just want a replacement of MP at that time, that's why I think the personality of MM's style were killed in DT. Just like the whole Moore - Ruduss situation. Mangini should do what he really good at somewhere else, DT doesn't fit him well.

[@joseabboud-2607]

Portnoy is the right driver for DT so to speak. Mangini is a good driver but not compatible with DT. Think of it this way. The chemistry is back, as simple as that.

[@MrAnimal1971]

This has a "Systematic Chaos" feel. 🎉🎉

[@andrewgunnerdrums8889]

Correct! I love so much that album!

[@The_Triangulator]

No knock to Mangini but Portnoy’s feel and sense of soul is palpable from jump. This is Dream Theater! Met them all at a King’s X show in San Francisco way back with Kevin Moore. Love the return to form. ♥️

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

I used to rehearse in Mark Zonder’s studio and got to meet Kevin Moore back in the mid nineties.

[@mosesortega6664]

I saw them on that tour in Austin. Still one of the best shows I've ever seen.

[@SutMacG]

Gives me Black Clouds and Silver Linings vibes...right where Portnoy left off! Welcome back MP!

[@trenken]

Yeah exactly why i hate it. Very generic sound.

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@trenkennever enough

[@tompramanaaccount8892]

@@trenken It's their radio-friendly song, ofc it's sounds generic, similar to something like Invisible Monster or A Rite Of Passage for example.

[@marionvis8733]

​@@trenkenDream Theater "generic"? 😂

[@trenken]

@@marionvis8733 this is extremely generic

[@B_R2005]

5 seconds in: Sees Portnoy Me: CREAMING

[@leayhgbbrvxzwaxhyunrxeaXgy]

He looks really hot you are right.

[@SteveOnStar]

The blue balls was heavy with this one

[@dkehrerproductions]

Mikes drum playing is always stellar ,glad he is back . No substitute for Mike Portnoy .

[@ben-tol]

boring

[@gh501_am6]

Boring and Predictable

[@ben-tol]

@@jahmanborneo1343 🥱

[@carlosaguirre4532]

this the DT that made me fall in love with prog metal!!! This is the DT we all love!! Bro listening to the fills, listening to petrucci and Jordan playing on topf each other! The opening Bell of Mike! and his damn back vocals!! This is the metal, this is the Prog metal! This is F'ING DREAM THEATER!!!!

[@svogender]

Mangini is an out of this world drummer....But the presence of Portnoy is just unbelievable... And I fucking love it..!! ❤🤘🤘

[@FETRND]

True I miss his surprises he add in every songs of dt

[@wtf1999]

The chemistry, the creativity, the feel, the presence as you say, this is why Portnoy belongs here, I finally feel like all is well with the world

[@DarthWinterMadness]

Darn, I'm so happy to listen to DT again. I've missed this. MP was such a big reason that made DT a band I love so much. Him and JP. I didn't really enjoy any of the Mangini albums. He's a fantastic drummer and I really tried. But something (or rather someone) was missing. Now that he's back, just one song rekindled my love of the band. That was that easy! That reaction was really cool Samus, I'm really glad you're also jamming on this line-up. Portnoy is the one that got me into drumming when I was already a guitarist, and this song just makes me wanna play both. Again, I've missed that so much that it's the second time I'm watching your reaction and the 4th I've listened to this song overall. Dream Theater, Opeth, Wintersun and The Black Dahlia Murder. This back half of the year is a gift. Cheers from France! 🍻 PS: Sorry for the rambling, the alcohol is getting to my brain and I wanna express myself. It gets me so happy because of the long history I have with this band, quite a longer time than the other aforementioned bands. *Edit* I just wanna add that it's not just the drumming, Portnoy brings a lot with it and also the writing and the backing vocals. So glad to hear both his kit and his vocal chords in new music.

[@ichhabekeingrip1774]

In the first second it just sounded like Freezing Moon 😂 But what a actual Beast is that Kit 🤘

[@jaredklock8754]

They're all sounding amazing, especially James. Can't wait to hear this song live in March.

[@Argon_John]

James is the man

[@jeffpyzocha5474]

So, not sure if you go into the DT podcast, but they were discussing James vox, he's been taking vocal coaching from a guy who has been working with Stephen Tyler for guys who are aging like they are

[@swneighbours]

It is the old Siamese Monster, you can tell from the paint job, older Sabian cymbals with the old logo, older Tama rack and older Iron Cobra pedals plus Portnoy mentioned that he used this kit for the recording of this album.

[@heyguysitsbingus]

Dude, Night Terror is freaking awesome! The vibe is so dark, and having Mike Portnoy back is huge! It sounds like classic DT but with a new edge. That riff is killer; I can't wait to hear the rest of Parasomnia!

[@nickentros]

It feels like he never left

[@JaffaIrons183]

We all know Mangini is a great drummer, and i love that in his years he didnt try to play like Portnoy, but it just didnt sound like Dream Theater. This is a return to form. I feel like im in college again listening to my favorite band. Welcome back!

[@way2sh0rt07grad]

I enjoyed the evolution with Mangini. The melodies peaked through the percussion.

[@BDM7]

I love Mangini but this is my freaking childhood man. Sooooo pumped!

[@ironbeast6]

Ahh this track has made me so happy!! Can’t wait to see them live!!! Later this month in fact here in London!

[@DeadDrunk2]

Portnoy's songwriting-chops are IMMEDIATELY apparent! The production, mastering and layering of different lead-sections are much improved Also, algorithm go boom boom boom

[@scylla4342]

Yess, the verse and chorus sounds a lot like the Mangini time but the arrangements overall does sounds classic Dream Theater, but the mixing is just as bad as before tho

[@WeAreTheUniverse78]

Amazing! Can't wait for the whole album. Been a long journey since i bought Images and Words in 92.

[@yurybetancourtbrito2819]

I loved the darker sound they have this time... It looks like that this is going to be a very interesting album and if you see the tracks names, well... I can't wait for it

[@LungMing23]

Haven't felt like this since right before Scenes From A Memory came out. These guys are out to prove something again. This song hits all the eras of DT in one tune. Welcome back MP!

[@user-oy7gz5bf2h]

7:23 That clap was ON IT!

[@caaa5479]

lol

[@django-unchained]

You are right! Can't tell you how happy I am he's back. The Commander of the band. They really need him and his flow of energy.

[@ericzothansanga7807]

Be the first drum cover to this Samus🔥

[@Piitaa_Pain]

That laser-cut iPad/Note-stand on Jordans keyboard is pretty cool as well

[@ciscoak9074]

Its like a mix between nightmare and panic attack in terms of vibe and lyrical content.

[@bryonhulcher851]

always love how DT brings back classic vocal lines and melodys from their catalogue and sneaks them into other songs ! So glad to have the classic lineup back !

[@WilliamMorales-kg2io]

Dream Theater is the RUSH of Metal!! Or the FERRARI car equivalent in the industry!! ELITE level skills and pure performance beauty!!❤🤘❤️🔥🔥🔥

[@tabonejohann]

The transposition on the chorus near the end is absolutely amazing

[@chrisallen9459]

Bear in mind these guys are all 57 years old, with the execption of Jordan who is 67.... just let that sink in for a second.

[@AgentBeans]

James is 61. Thats crazy!

[@craigjohnchronicles2504]

Feels like this song could be part of an album “Metropolis, Scenes From a Memory, Part 3”, or “Train of Thought, Part 2”. …Some vibes of “Awake” buried in there as well.

[@robd3529]

Finally!! DT sound like DT once again 🙌🏻

[@Opranius]

Some people have issues with Petruccis solo I think it was new and fresh. I loved that he wasn't just doing standard shred-shit.

[@MaelstromTheDemon]

This is easily the most interesting Dream Theater has sounded for me in a long time. Great stuff!!!

[@Drumsholic]

Seeing you watching and smiling like a young kid feel happy watching his loviest band is Underrated at all !!! I feel exciting too like you listening it before an hour and i love it !!!

[@felipe_ai]

Amazing! I'll be in London on the first show of the tour, can't wait, it's just a few days away :)

[@wildcountry72]

I haven't actively listened to Dream Theater since Black Clouds and Silver Linings. Been wanting to see them live for years. Now with their 40th anniversary tour, i got tickets. I will have seen both Rush and DT on their 40th tours! And yes, I'm wearing my R40 tour concert shirt to see this concert!

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

Every old DT fan has a huge smile that Portnoy is back! ❤❤

[@steevidrums]

Mangini has been one of my favourite drummers since I heard him with extreme. His pairing with DT couldn’t have been more appropriate. However, the music they made with him while technically amazing, it was missing something. And as such while I marvelled at its technical prowess, it’s only since Portnoy has come back and this new song proves it to me, they’ve returned to that sound l loved from 1993 until about train of thought. This new tune bangs!!!

[@Cybothron]

The more I listen to it the more I like it

[@Argon_John]

Same! Sounds better and better with more listens. I wasn't super hooked at first but man I love it now

[@drums4lyfe0987]

This will be on repeat in my head and most stereos for like the next few weeks now. So good!!!!

[@difi4888]

The more I listen to this song the better it sounds

[@Fuzzywuzzywasawoman]

That John solo,holy shitsticks 😮,so glad these guys are back❤️

[@gordon7308]

You are the only one who won't stop song at review!

[@maisarahglobal9747]

Went I listen this song I see portnoy beat I'm crying 😭😭 because he a good drummer for dream theater...I like him ...thanks Mike you come back DT

[@hooyah_whit7054]

The King has returned!!!!🤘😎 Ohhh Yurrrrrr!!!!

[@BusyRaf]

Sam it gives me the boing too. Loving your reaction video and the new track. MP is baaacccckkk! 🤘

[@astel_xviii]

god that section at 7:04 is so awesome man

[@KAOTSOUKI]

Goosebumps

[@MattFoote]

Great intro to DT's album. I loved Mangini's playing and he definitely fit right in with Dream Theater's sound, but it's good to have this lineup back.

[@FETRND]

I miss mm he's incredible compared to mp predictable styles.

[@Staplez440]

New Dream Theater and Mangini coming out with Rhythm Knowledge Vol. 4 (have you gone through the other books?) it’s a great time for the drummers of Dream Theater Sonically where they left off on Black Clouds but you can see the evolution of the band from the Mangini era. Portnoy also seems more solid and punchier

[@FETRND]

Mp is predictable but mm is above all. This reaction video has less pause but when mm plays more pauses because of his surprise techniques

[@dardolanda]

@@FETRND i loved the mm era, his technique, odd times and polyrhythms were/are incredibles!

[@Staplez440]

@@FETRND I’ve noticed with Portnoy stuff a lot of people approach it from a fan perspective. Whereas Mangini was unknown to a lot of people and they couldn’t wrap their heads around what he was doing(and why). Factor in the nostalgia factor and Mangini always got the evil step parent treatment. But now hopefully we can move past that and more people will look into Mangini’s Rhythm Knowledge system while also enjoying Portnoy’s new DT material.

[@danlc95]

Portnoy offers nothing new. Same ol same ol, and people dig nostalgia. Drummers got ripped off with Portnoy returning. Go listen to the first cut from the last album and compare. The Alien vs Night Terror.

[@Staplez440]

@@danlc95 I’ve been a fan of both since ‘02 and have studied Mangini’s methods and taken a lot of inspiration from Portnoy in both DT and LTE. Mangini said he lives life in “3 second increments” and seems to be at home doing his Masterclasses. While Portnoy seems to have gotten what he needed playing with other bands The other 4 members sound awesome on both songs and you can tell who’s behind the kit, which I personally enjoy both. Now we have twice as much stuff to practice and be inspired by.

[@mOnStErMACEO]

Your face says it all bro…. I love that!!! Your ears are just giving your brain orgasmic energy!!! I felt the same shit when I listened for the first time, except my eyes were swelled up with tears of joy…. Portnoy and that machine is complete once again!!!

[@Flix242]

lets go uncle mike is back!

[@drichcymru]

BOING indeed! Yes I'm going to the O2 show in London NEXT WEEKEND. Can't believe it's almost here already.

[@erwinadysulistyo5709]

the legend is back

[@LolmenTV]

8:34 I really love that screaming electric guitar sound! Thats got me goosebumps 🤘🤘

[@purapura_gaming]

1:43 DING!!!

[@JEFFwasHERE...]

YASSSS!!!!!!

[@melollin2020]

It feels like all the best songs from past albums are packed into this one song. Welcome back MP!🎉👏👏👏👏🎉🫶

[@antelli5]

Mangini is incredible but the one thing Portnoy has that drives Dream Theater is that he plays with undeniable authority. Nobody else could ever come close.

[@grimblegromblethegnome]

Mangini drumming was way better than this

[@jtjdrums]

Totally agree, Portnoy drives the ship, Mangini provides accompaniment. Good to hear some energy in DT's music once more. With Mangini they were polished to the point of being bland. A technical band like DT need a driving pulse with a strong personality, and imho Portnoy elevates DT so they're not just another prog metal band.

[@FETRND]

Very true ​@@grimblegromblethegnome mp is predictable

[@insidedutchculture]

@@jtjdrums They have sounded very "corporate" during MM era, glad the raw edge is kinda back now.

[@danlc95]

​@@grimblegromblethegnomeEasily.

[@Michele_PoeTreeWitch]

Regular DT fan here! I’ve always loved the crazy changes in DTs songs. This does not disappoint!!!! Side note: I think they’re the only band that could ever successfully cover Rush. Not that they would need to cover anyone but the classical/jazz influences are for sure there.

[@censorhead7468]

Primus

[@ryanhill9570]

Dam they sound good! 🤘

[@kresimircina]

I saw them for the first time ever this week in Croatia..they were awesome..killer show..SoC and Octavarium were absolutely amazing..

[@shubhamkhare7]

Everyone complaining about MP’s drum fills being the same. It could be an artistic choice by the band to suggest the return of him (like old times). Also, he’s literally one of the top metal drummers of all time and amount of different styles and fills he has written is way beyond most of the drummers (of all time). Pay respects people and stop whining about everything!

[@ResinaNoRyu]

This is the most stupid excuse I’ve ever seen. The man is the lars Ulrich of prog metal and you all could lie to yourselves as much as you want. Musicians know.

[@MrJetplanemusic]

Man! That final chorus sounds like it has a little extra vocal harmony than the previous two. Having flashbacks to the "Pull Me Under" days.

[@stevienixx]

Wtf new Dream Theater!?! LFG

[@altrn0]

New single.

[@stevienixx]

@@altrn0 a new single from Dream Theater = new Dream Theater

[@oSileyCT-7212]

​@@stevienixx album dropping on February 7th 2025

[@stevienixx]

@@oSileyCT-7212 I am mad hyped now, thanks for letting me know!

[@oSileyCT-7212]

​@@stevienixx no problem! I just looked at the description in the official music video

[@Alamar1]

Got my tickets. Portland, OR. Feb 28th. Let's gooooo!

[@imDEFFINETLYnotagoodperson]

Mike still hits the drums like a fucking god, John still plays like a god, James still sings like a god, John still rocks the bass as a god, and last but not least Jordan still plays like a fucking god. What more could you want.

[@mr_tornado1995]

God himself

[@hadi_drums]

Godly chorus and transition too.

[@loquaciousfotheringey2070]

Saw them Sunday (Ost 20th 2024) at O2 in London at the opening of the 40th Anniversary Tour. You won't be disappointed!

[@shanegriffin2215]

It sounds good. But I miss Mangini. I wish them well moving forward.

[@pelagic6]

Yep. They progressed with Mangini, now it's a regress back to the Portnoy days. Hell, I became a fan with Portnoy, however the sound was stale and Mangini brought a fresh take and sound. It was much needed. This, to me, is just ok, it's the old DT which is nice, I feel they abandoned the direction they were going though. Not sure why.

[@billybolang7052]

Not disrespect of Portnoy, but Mangini is different level man.. Watch it live with steve vai many2 yrs ago, that guy just super sick man.. fckk!!

[@bcdt1947]

​​​@@pelagic6well said. And I hope Portnoy never tries to reproduce any of Mangini's compositions. He isn't worthy. I give it this tour and he'll be gone ....again.

[@pelagic6]

@@bcdt1947 I agree. After the tour, he's gone. I'm still going to see them when they come to town...

[@FETRND]

Mangini style are out of this universe. Mp style are too simple compared to him. Boring to listen if all songs are not complex. I like dt of their complexity and uniqueness. I hope mp can make it like what I wanted. Mm he surpasses my expectations.

[@Dricksus]

I feel like this whole songs give vibes of different things Mike and JP did together. The start of the song gives off As I am vibes from ToT, then there are parts that remind me of Paradigm Shift from LTE, also some stuff in there that reminds me of the ministry of lost souls. God this just sounds so fucking good.

[@billybolang7052]

Not to disrespect Portnoy, but Mangini is different level dude.. Watch it live with Vai many yrs ago, that guy was just sick as fck!!

[@johnmancini4403]

He's gone, Portnoy is here, get over it.

[@billybolang7052]

@@johnmancini4403 yeah yeah yeah..i know 😔

[@FiveInchTaint]

Mangini did a very respectable job covering Portnoy's parts. I'm curious what Portnoy will do with Mangini's songs or if they'll play any of that content at all. "The Enemy Within" and "Breaking All Illusions" are two of my favorites.

[@TheNoblePotatoKing]

​@@FiveInchTaintdon't forget Illumination Theory & The Alien...wanna see it so bad

[@dewaynegrady3358]

I could listen to Mangini, as long as I didn't have to watch him play! Something about the guy was just fkn weird!!

[@ilariatono4931]

Purest Dream Theater sound, and Mike over there too. Damn I missed it

[@akumahtx6581]

Ehhh sounds good but I still miss Mangini

[@AlyanaVasco]

Same here I mis the sound of almost imposible drumming😂

[@bcdt1947]

This is boring.

[@マシュードーラン]

You can’t miss a replacement. Either you’re an old school DT fan or you fell into it those recent years. For every true DT fan Portnoy is homebase

[@abahacziMASTER]

I was thinking about ticket buy for thier concert in my country, but wasn't sure (seen them 3 times, but with Mangini(, but when i heared that MP is back, I bought them instantly.

[@asabovesobelow2299]

The alien >>>> Night terror

[@neuroscope9052]

I love the Mike Portnoy 'ting', I swear his influence in the writing process yields longer and better melodic experimentation and rhythmic variance in the solo sections, he was a excellent quality control and driving force back then, and it sounds like he's back where he belongs.

[@fredyates3061]

Not my, cup of tea

[@parlamedia]

Gonna fulfill my chilhood dream and see them live next month. So good to see Mike back there.

[@asabovesobelow2299]

Its a downgrade for me.

[@luisquinones1607]

It has the SDOIT vibe combined with train of thought crating another masterpiece! Portnoy definitely IS Dream Theater!

[@DUTCH.HORROR]

It’s the Six Degrees kit! My favorite though. Can’t wait to see the new Monster in Amsterdam 😍

[@ChrisObel78]

Boarded a flight with Black Clouds and Silver Linings on the ear and wondered, when there would be a new song. I came home after the flight and KZbin Home presented me with the new video. It is just amazing that they are finally united again.

[@chrismahoney4972]

Dude, I just watched your drumeo video and it's frickin amazing, good job bro!!!!

[@drumpriest]

Love that Mike is back...can't wait to see them live. I also love that they just keep going for it!

[@Supermann124]

So happy to finally see them live this year. As well as Slipknot later this year...i am truly blessed

[@TheFrankenwagen]

Absolutely great! Solid Dream Theater for sure. I just did your 30 day Double Bass challenge(amazing class! I learned a ton!), this isn't happening.!!!