Dream Theater
Mike Portnoy
Dream Theater
About Mike
Michael Stephen Portnoy, born April 20, 1967, is an American musician recognized primarily as the drummer, backing vocalist, and co-founder of the progressive metal band Dream Theater. He played a significant role in shaping the band's sound over a 25-year period before announcing his departure in September 2010. Following his departure, Mike Mangini succeeded him as the band's drummer. In October 2023, Dream Theater announced Portnoy's return to the band, marking a notable development after his time away from the group. Throughout his career, Portnoy has been actively involved with numerous bands and musical projects. These include Adrenaline Mob, Avenged Sevenfold, Transatlantic, Yellow Matter Custard, Flying Colors, the Winery Dogs, Liquid Tension Experiment, Metal Allegiance, Sons of Apollo, the Neal Morse Band, and BPMD. His work spans a broad spectrum of genres and collaborations, reflecting his versatility and influence within the rock and metal music scenes.
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Latest interviews
Every podcast episode Mike Portnoy has appeared on, newest first.
Bitter Sweet & Twisted Records Podcast
How I Came Into Possession Of CDs That Belonged To Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy
May 27, 2025
Your Music Is Bad And You Should Feel Bad
Rush Rumors - Who Will Drum? Jay Weinberg, Mike Mangini, Mike Portnoy, who has the best SEO?
Nov 24, 2023
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & History
Ep. 63: Mike Portnoy (The Winery Dogs, Dream Theater & many more)
Mar 31, 2023
Michael's Record Collection
Episode 99: Mike Portnoy Discusses The Winery Dogs ”III”
Feb 23, 2023
Dean Delray's LET THERE BE TALK
#680 : Mike Portnoy / Drummer
Jan 24, 2023
The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds
Ep375: Mike Portnoy - Record Collector
Jan 23, 2023
The Vinyl Guide - Podcast for Record Collectors
Ep375: Mike Portnoy - Record Collector
Jan 23, 2023
The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds
Ep375: Mike Portnoy - Record Collector
Jan 23, 2023
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The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds
2 episodes
Shows
2
The Vinyl Guide - Podcast for Record Collectors
2 episodes
Shows
2
Bitter Sweet & Twisted Records Podcast
1 episode
Shows
1
Your Music Is Bad And You Should Feel Bad
1 episode
Shows
1
Music Buzzz Podcast - Music Interviews, Commentary & History
1 episode
Shows
1
Michael's Record Collection
1 episode
Shows
1
Dean Delray's LET THERE BE TALK
1 episode
Shows
1
The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds
1 episode
Shows
1
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