Author Topic: Place your bets again - DT's next top model. (Read 1058763 times)

atmyne · « **Reply #3955 on:** March 03, 2011, 08:20:43 AM »

I feel like I care less about the new drummer and am more excited about the release of the new album. Simply put: I don't care about the drummer situation anymore.

Tomislav95 · « **Reply #3956 on:** March 03, 2011, 09:02:17 AM »

Quote from: atmyne on March 03, 2011, 08:20:43 AM

I feel like I care less about the new drummer and am more excited about the release of the new album. Simply put: I don't care about the drummer situation anymore.

Me too

robwebster · « **Reply #3957 on:** March 03, 2011, 09:18:53 AM »

Quote from: atmyne on March 03, 2011, 08:20:43 AM

I feel like I care less about the new drummer and am more excited about the release of the new album. Simply put: I don't care about the drummer situation anymore.

Aye, same.

Not to mention, we've discussed all the drummers mentioned in the poll to death - and back - and chances are it's probably one of them. So when Mike Mangini's finally announced we'll just go "ah! It was that one we've already discussed."

I'm exaggerating - people will be more vocal when it's confirmed; more worried about the things they don't like about the drummer and more buzzed about the things they do - but it's not something I'm especially looking forward to any more. They've got a drummer, it'll be great, where's the music?!

An eleventh Dream Theater album exists. Somewhere. It's all "on paper." Possibly demoed, even. That's where exciting things are happening.

theusualmadness · « **Reply #3958 on:** March 03, 2011, 09:21:42 AM »

Quote from: robwebster on March 03, 2011, 09:18:53 AM

Quote from: atmyne on March 03, 2011, 08:20:43 AM
I feel like I care less about the new drummer and am more excited about the release of the new album. Simply put: I don't care about the drummer situation anymore.
Aye, same.

Not to mention, we've discussed all the drummers mentioned in the poll to death - and back - and chances are it's probably one of them. So when Mike Mangini's finally announced we'll just go "ah! It was that one we've already discussed."

I'm exaggerating - people will be more vocal when it's confirmed; more worried about the things they don't like about the drummer and more buzzed about the things they do - but it's not something I'm especially looking forward to any more. They've got a drummer, it'll be great, where's the music?!

An eleventh Dream Theater album exists. Somewhere. It's all "on paper." Possibly demoed, even. That's where exciting things are happening.

I hope it is someone we never or rarely discussed.

robwebster · « **Reply #3959 on:** March 03, 2011, 09:26:14 AM »

Aye! That would be lovely. I'd be thrilled if I was surprised by the the announcement.

I've got a hunch we may not be so lucky, however. We've not rumbled it - looking at the poll the three-way split's fairly even - but we're probably poking the hedge in a fair few of the right places.

ricky · « **Reply #3960 on:** March 03, 2011, 12:42:11 PM »

TheKillingHand · « **Reply #3961 on:** March 03, 2011, 12:48:15 PM »

IF the drummer wasn't present in the writing sessions then it would suggest that he is a temporary hired gun (IMO). Maybe the reason they haven't said anything about the drummer yet is because if they had, and he wasn't with them for the writing process, then people would easily find out. And they don't want people knowing that the drummer is temporary so that people will take the new album and the guy seriously.

So maybe their silence regarding the new drummer during the writing process might be a cover-up to hide the fact that the new drummer is just a temporary member? Just a thought!

blackngold29 · « **Reply #3962 on:** March 03, 2011, 12:52:23 PM »

JP has specifically said they weren't looking for a temporary guy.

TheKillingHand · « **Reply #3963 on:** March 03, 2011, 12:55:41 PM »

Quote from: blackngold29 on March 03, 2011, 12:52:23 PM

JP has specifically said they weren't looking for a temporary guy.

Yeah I know, but my point is maybe they do intend to get a temporary guy, but they are telling the public the opposite so as to not lose momentum or whatever. Haha just pure speculation, probably nonsense!

tri.ad · « **Reply #3964 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:00:56 PM »

Why would they tell a lie such as this?

TheKillingHand · « **Reply #3965 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:04:39 PM »

Quote from: tri.ad on March 03, 2011, 01:00:56 PM

Why would they tell a lie such as this?

I explained in my post. Anyway, as I said, it was just a thought and more than likely not the case!

robwebster · « **Reply #3966 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:13:09 PM »

Maybe the plan changed. Maybe they hired a drummer who then had to pull out. Maybe their choice of drummer wasn't comfortable replacing Mike Portnoy on a 100% permanent basis, yet.

Doesn't mean JP's a liar. May just mean that stuff's come up.

TheKillingHand · « **Reply #3967 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:16:31 PM »

Quote from: robwebster on March 03, 2011, 01:13:09 PM

Maybe the plan changed. Maybe they hired a drummer who then had to pull out. Maybe their choice of drummer wasn't comfortable replacing Mike Portnoy on a 100% permanent basis, yet.

Doesn't mean JP's a liar. May just mean that stuff's come up.

That's most likely the case I'd say!

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #3968 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:22:41 PM »

But why would a drummer agree to audition only to pull out. I'm certain its gonna be someone no one expected.

Mladen · « **Reply #3969 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:24:18 PM »

Quote from: robwebster on March 03, 2011, 01:13:09 PM

Maybe the plan changed. Maybe they hired a drummer who then had to pull out. Maybe their choice of drummer wasn't comfortable replacing Mike Portnoy on a 100% permanent basis, yet.

Doesn't mean JP's a liar. May just mean that stuff's come up.

I do want Portnoy to return to Dream Theater at some point, but the band should go with a new drummer for a couple of years with the guy being a real band member, and not just a temporary guy. If the plan has changed... Well, that kinda sucks, but the new album will still kick some ass.

Knguro · « **Reply #3970 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:38:52 PM »

Why would they hire a temporary drummer it doesnt make any sense to me. Are they waiting for MP? I dont think so, i cant imagine a band trying to write an album having allllll of their fan base talking about what they like and what dont, about their new member, thr drummer is with them, period.

Sparta-ll · « **Reply #3971 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:46:48 PM »

https://www.mikemangini.com/1mikemanginipage/biospage.htm

"Has performed or recorded with" - section has been updated

....,Dream Theater (whole band & dual drum w/Mike Portnoy),....

If I remember right, that page didn't say anything about dual drum w/Mike Portnoy before. Of course that might not mean anything, but I'd say that it is a strange addition...

Ħ · « **Reply #3972 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:50:58 PM »

Well, there you go.

skydivingninja · « **Reply #3973 on:** March 03, 2011, 01:51:35 PM »

Yeah, that Mangini thing was reported a while ago. And true. He did play with the whole band as a sort of duel-drum setup with Mike, IIRC.

ariich · « **Reply #3974 on:** March 03, 2011, 02:03:21 PM »

Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 12:48:15 PM

IF the drummer wasn't present in the writing sessions then it would suggest that he is a temporary hired gun (IMO).

It would suggest nothing of the sort. Whoever they chose may have been tied up with other engagements they had to finish first, but DT had the studio booked, so figured for this album they'll write mostly or entirely without him but bring him in fully for the next album. Or, like I suggested way back last year before there was any speculation of who might even be auditioning, they might just do that anyway to ease the transition. It would make sense.

TheKillingHand · « **Reply #3975 on:** March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM »

Quote

It would suggest nothing of the sort. Whoever they chose may have been tied up with other engagements they had to finish first, but DT had the studio booked, so figured for this album they'll write mostly or entirely without him but bring him in fully for the next album. Or, like I suggested way back last year before there was any speculation of who might even be auditioning, they might just do that anyway to ease the transition. It would make sense.

True! Many possibilities!

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #3976 on:** March 03, 2011, 02:28:29 PM »

I could see that. They wanted to reconnect, see what will occur. But then, they all jammed with the new drumer. So, they may write and see what drum lines he comes up with.

ariich · « **Reply #3977 on:** March 03, 2011, 03:03:33 PM »

Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM

Many possibilities!

Absolutely, which is what makes it quite exciting still, despite the fact that it's been dragging on for months!

King Postwhore · « **Reply #3978 on:** March 03, 2011, 03:58:41 PM »

Quote from: Sparta-ll on March 03, 2011, 01:46:48 PM

https://www.mikemangini.com/1mikemanginipage/biospage.htm

"Has performed or recorded with" - section has been updated

....,Dream Theater (whole band & dual drum w/Mike Portnoy),....

If I remember right, that page didn't say anything about dual drum w/Mike Portnoy before. Of course that might not mean anything, but I'd say that it is a strange addition...

This was when he jumped up on stage in Boston durring the SDOIT tour. I was there. He did a duel drum solo with Mike. Mike had the mini drum set mixed into the whole drum set. It was very cool to see live.

ricky · « **Reply #3979 on:** March 03, 2011, 04:58:23 PM »

Quote from: ariich on March 03, 2011, 03:03:33 PM

Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM
Many possibilities!
Absolutely, which is what makes it quite exciting still, despite the fact that it's been dragging on for months!

politely disagree. no excitement here. been too long.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #3980 on:** March 03, 2011, 05:01:40 PM »

Quote from: ricky on March 03, 2011, 04:58:23 PM

Quote from: ariich on March 03, 2011, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM
Many possibilities!
Absolutely, which is what makes it quite exciting still, despite the fact that it's been dragging on for months!

politely disagree. no excitement here. been too long.

Are you kidding me?!

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #3981 on:** March 03, 2011, 05:05:32 PM »

Haha...that's how people will feel when 2012 comes...

Its gonna be worth it because the others can shine.

tyranor · « **Reply #3982 on:** March 03, 2011, 05:32:09 PM »

Hope it will be Lang or Minnemann.

DarkLord_Lalinc · « **Reply #3983 on:** March 03, 2011, 06:10:18 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on March 03, 2011, 05:01:40 PM

Quote from: ricky on March 03, 2011, 04:58:23 PM
Quote from: ariich on March 03, 2011, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM
Many possibilities!
Absolutely, which is what makes it quite exciting still, despite the fact that it's been dragging on for months!

politely disagree. no excitement here. been too long.

Are you kidding me?!

That's what happens when people get spoiled with the internet. The place where all information is leaked before it's meant to be revealed.

lucky7 · « **Reply #3984 on:** March 03, 2011, 07:19:54 PM »

Fingers crossed for Mangini, or any announcement, like most people I just want a new DT album.
Whoever the new drummer is, we will get used to their style etc.

climberboy · « **Reply #3985 on:** March 04, 2011, 01:56:57 AM »

as much as i am looking forward to the new album we still might have a long time to wait for any announcement, I mean it took dragonforce nearly a year to sort out a new vocalist.....

Fuzzboy · « **Reply #3986 on:** March 04, 2011, 02:35:56 AM »

Quote from: climberboy on March 04, 2011, 01:56:57 AM

as much as i am looking forward to the new album we still might have a long time to wait for any announcement, I mean it took dragonforce nearly a year to sort out a new vocalist.....

Thing is, they actually took a long time to PICK the dude. DT picked him pretty quick, and it's the announcement that's taking long.

IronMarioAUT · « **Reply #3987 on:** March 04, 2011, 03:04:14 AM »

wow it's march and we still don't know the drummer. I can't believe they are already announcing tour dates and we don't even know all the band members

DarkLord_Lalinc · « **Reply #3988 on:** March 04, 2011, 08:25:22 AM »

Be careful with bosk's trap.

ricky · « **Reply #3989 on:** March 04, 2011, 08:40:54 AM »

Quote from: DarkLord_Lalinc on March 03, 2011, 06:10:18 PM

Quote from: kingshmegland on March 03, 2011, 05:01:40 PM
Quote from: ricky on March 03, 2011, 04:58:23 PM
Quote from: ariich on March 03, 2011, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: TheKillingHand on March 03, 2011, 02:21:16 PM
Many possibilities!
Absolutely, which is what makes it quite exciting still, despite the fact that it's been dragging on for months!

politely disagree. no excitement here. been too long.

Are you kidding me?!

That's what happens when people get spoiled with the internet. The place where all information is leaked before it's meant to be revealed.

not really. it honestly has just been too long.

News: DreamTheaterForums is a place for people who just don't have the time for music anymore.

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