Michael Stephen Portnoy [2] (born April 20, 1967) is an American musician who is primarily known as the drummer, backing vocalist, and co-founder of progressive metal band Dream Theater. In September 2010, Portnoy announced his departure from Dream Theater after 25 years, with Mike Mangini taking his place as drummer of the band.

Mike Portnoy is one of the founding members of Dream Theater with whom he was with for 25 years. He is currently the drummer in Sons of Apollo, The Winery Dogs, Transatlantic, Flying Colors, The Neal Morse Band, Metal Allegiance & Liquid Tension Experiment.

Oct 25, 2023 · Dream Theater will be going into the studio to begin working on their 16 th studio album and the first with Portnoy since 2009’s Black Clouds & Silver Linings. “I understand Dream Theater’s decision to get Mike Portnoy back at this time,” states Mike Mangini.

Jan 29, 2025 · In a new interview with Australia's "Everblack" podcast, drummer Mike Portnoy, who rejoined progressive metallers DREAM THEATER in October 2023 after a 13-year absence, was asked if he feels he ...

Mike Portnoy. 1,372,142 likes · 5,945 talking about this. This is The Official Mike Portnoy Fan Page - MP himself keeps it up to date with info and content.

Dec 29, 2023 · Mike Portnoy is the drummer and co-founder of prog metal band Dream Theater. Also known for his work with The Winery Dogs, Liquid Tension Experiment, Adrenaline Mob and Avenged Sevenfold, he's released three instructional DVDs, received over 30 awards in the Modern Drummer Readers Poll, and is one of the youngest members of the Modern Drummer ...

Jan 2, 2024 · Mike Portnoy co-founded the progressive metal band Dream Theater in 1985 with Berklee classmates John Petrucci and John Myung. He has also played drums with Avenged Sevenfold, Twisted Sister, Joe Satriani, The Winery Dogs, …

Mike Portnoy is an acclaimed drummer, composer, and founding member of the progressive metal band Dream Theater. Known for his technical prowess and innovative approach to drumming, Portnoy was a driving creative force in the band from its inception in 1985 until his departure in 2010.