I am - you know, I'm getting to do everything I've ever wanted to do, anything my imagination can think up. I'm getting to play with some of my favorite musicians in the world, ranging from Russell Allen to Billy… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I understand that Adrenaline Mob is not going to be every Dream Theater fan's cup of tea. I totally get that; I understand that. It's different world. — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
My lesson would be to not sell yourself to anybody else and stay true to yourself. — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
One of the biggest misconceptions was, after I left Dream Theater, I went off and did, like, five different bands and side projects. Everyone… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I don't even like doing drum solos live; to me, it's like, 'Ehhh.' It doesn't really interest me. — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I am looking forward to working with the great staff of Loud & Proud Records, some of whom I worked very closely with during… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I'm a music fan first and foremost. I can find the beauty in Jellyfish and U2 just as much as Opeth and Lamb of… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
It's all about the music, and I work as hard as I do strictly because of the music. It's not a money thing; it's… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
One of the reasons I needed to leave Dream Theater was because I didn't want to end my career as just the drummer in… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I have no interest in playing 'perfect.' To me, it's more about being an entertainer. Having a connection with the audience. — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
I am - you know, I'm getting to do everything I've ever wanted to do, anything my imagination can think up. I'm getting to… — Mike Portnoy Copy Share Image
