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stinkdog2007
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 Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:17 am Post subject: Mike Portnoy to fill in for Avenged Sevenfold's next Album |
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| Quote: | I want our fans to know that with Jimmy in our hearts, our journey to record has officially began. Jimmy helped leave this world an amazing gift and now it’s our job to make sure to deliver that gift to our fans. We asked Jimmy’s all time favorite drummer Mike Portnoy to record on behalf of him. Mike said it would be an honor and without question that’s what Jim would have wanted. Its comforting to us that someone like Mike, who is undoubtedly revered as one of the best drummers in the world, held such respect and adoration for the Rev’s abilities. Even though it will never be the same without our brother by our side, his essence lives in our hearts and through the music he helped create. He was a legend before any of the success or any of that bullshit and we are fucking excited to lay this down for our fans, and especially for Jimmy.
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Before I said that there is no drummer that I believe that could replace The Rev's drumming expertise (I know hes not replacing The Rev, just recording the album), and I still stand by my statement. But this is about as fucking close as possible that could drum in The Rev's shoes. This is the absolute BEST choice they could have gone for. And knowing Scorehero's stance on Dream Theater, I'm sure this decision will be controversial (possibly?), but I'm pretty ecstatic right now.
What are your thoughts on this decision?
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b.vicious
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:29 am Post subject: |
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I am absolutely STOKED that this is happening, my favorite band recording with my favorite drummer, finally some good news for avenged sevenfold. There is obviously no way mike portnoy is going to replace the rev due to dream theater, but this is certainly the best thing that a7x could have done.
I'm kind of curious (if they decide to try to find a replacement), as to if they'll try to find a big name to replace him (if there is any), or if they'll just hold auditions.
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arte
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:29 am Post subject: |
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| I really can't stand A7X but I might have to listen to this... |
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buttfaceninja
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:31 am Post subject: |
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As sad as it was the the Rev died... Mike Portnoy is by far my favorite drummer and i am more than excited to see how this turns out. I really did like Avenged Sevenfold so this will be incredibly interesting. Is he recording new material or just rerecording what they did for their upcoming album?
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Silly 
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:34 am Post subject: |
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This is without question the greatest bit of music news I've heard in years. My favourite band and my favourite living drummer collaborating? I can't wait to listen to this.
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:35 am Post subject: |
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| I haven't checked out Avenged Sevenfold yet, but this may be the album that gets me into them (of course, I'm sure Portnoy will have a big influence on the bands sound). |
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TheRaw
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 1:29 am Post subject: |
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Awesome. Just awesome.
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el-ton
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 1:44 am Post subject: |
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| Damn... that's nice! I hope this will bring a proggy sound to A7X. |
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blackhawk12
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No fucking way! When the Rev died (on my birthday, no less  ) I was pretty upset. I love Avenged Sevenfold, and to go out like that... But damn, if there was anybody in the world right for the job of making some songs with A7X, it's Mike Portnoy. I'm looking forward to this album.
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olle92
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 2:04 am Post subject: |
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| I really don't care for Portnoy and I don't think he'll fit in anywhere but DT. But I'm excited to hear the album, and I really hope he proves me wrong. |
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ganondorf901
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Im having a very hard time imagining A7X with a drummer like Mike Portnoy.. just doesnt fit imho.
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MetalheadNorm
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 2:20 am Post subject: |
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| Confury wrote: | | (of course, I'm sure Portnoy will have a big influence on the bands sound). |
We can only hope...
C'mon A7X, you haven't given me anything good to listen to since a few standout tracks from City of Evil. I've almost lost all faith...
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Prong1978
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 4:54 am Post subject: |
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| ganondorf901 wrote: | | Im having a very hard time imagining A7X with a drummer like Mike Portnoy.. just doesnt fit imho. |
Well, Mike Portnoy can play different styles. He did a great job playing Ringo style as the drummer for Yellow Matter Custard (Beatles cover band).
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dogtownzboy1
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 4:34 pm Post subject: |
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True, Mike can drum a lot of different styles other than just progressive or whatnot 
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killermonkey
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| Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2010 9:20 pm Post subject: |
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I just hope they have a replacement for an album (I will definately listen to it.) Other than that if they get a new Drummer I hope they just start it as a new band.
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