Always Quote by Mike Portnoy Download Open image “I surround myself with incredible musicians who inspire me to always do my best.” — Mike Portnoy ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3.9 out of 5 (5 ratings) Copy quoteShare Always Best Incredible Musicians Inspiration Inspire Inspire Best Music Musicians Musicians Inspire Myself Song Surround Incredible
I work very hard at being the best musician I can be because I love it. — Diana Krall Copy Share Image
I went through all the musicians in my life who I admire as bright, intelligent, virtuosic players. — David Bowie Copy Share Image
My music is dedicated to all those who have encouraged me to strive for excellence and even to those who may have doubted me… — Doechii Copy Share Image
The things I see every day inspire my sound and lyrics, like certain people and situations that stick out in my mind. There are… — Birdy Copy Share Image
Hearing Oscar Peterson was something that resonated within me. There are so many musicians I've been fortunate to play with. The people that inspire… — Eldar Djangirov Copy Share Image
I like so many different genres of music that I guess it would be hard for me to pick one person who inspires me… — Rahki Copy Share Image
My secret to success is that I've always loved good music and people. — Sid Bernstein Copy Share Image
I always hope that my music can inspire someone, the same way other artists inspire me. — Kelly Rowland Copy Share Image
There are artists, true performers that have come before me who have been a big inspiration to me. I hope I do the same… — Janet Jackson Copy Share Image
Ive always enjoyed the enthusiasm of the best studio musicians and, over the years, have collected so many inspired contributions from them. — Michael Franks Copy Share Image
As far as my inspirations, I just like anyone who is making good music - period. — Rahki 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
I always thought if I was born 2000 years earlier, I would be a monk, probably carving a monastery or some giant pantheon buildings. — Jenova Chen Copy Share Image
It's always great to see old friends, especially those I have not been able to see in 15 months. — William Regal Copy Share Image
When you step out and do a song in a musical, the easier thing to do is make it funny. But when those transitions… — Kelli O'Hara Copy Share Image
I have really good lateral movement. I've always had quick lateral movement. — Austin Rivers Copy Share Image
There is something magical about being able to feel somebody. And that is something that has always moved me with music. — Maria Brink Copy Share Image
Mythology is something that always has opportunities to explore. 'It' has been on Earth for millions of years. He's been in contact with humans… — Andy Muschietti Copy Share Image
It's not writing in the traditional sense, but I've always said that the writing process continues on the set and even into the editing… — Robert B. Weide Copy Share Image
I always watch my matches back 100 times afterwards because that's how I improve. This is something I've always done, even in NXT. — Mandy Rose Copy Share Image
I've always been of the idea that is doesn't really matter where you are geographically - with 'Lonerism,' we made half the album in… — Kevin Parker Copy Share Image
It's very easy to fool yourself that you're working, you know, when you're really not working very hard. I mean, I'm very lazy. So… — Robert Caro Copy Share Image