"M Shadows has spoken out about the band’s split with Mike Portnoy and accused the ex-Dream Theater man of being too “press-release” happy about his split from DT. Speaking to Pulse Of Radio, Avenged Sevenfold frontman has told the US station that the band wasn’t too happy about the drama that surrounded Mike Portnoy’ split from Dream Theater. “We were actually a little more shocked,” M. Shadows said. “We felt that maybe both parties could have handled it a little more internally without being so press release-happy about what had happened between them. Because we’re a band that, really, when it comes to news all over web sites or this or that about bands, you know, we don’t tweet much, we don’t try to put ourselves out that much, and all the drama and controversy wasn’t something that we wanted at all.”
"M Shadows has spoken out about the band’s split with Mike Portnoy and accused the ex-Dream Theater man of being too “press-release” happy about his split from DT. Speaking to Pulse Of Radio, Avenged Sevenfold frontman has told the US station that the band wasn’t too happy about the drama that surrounded Mike Portnoy’ split from Dream Theater. “We were actually a little more shocked,” M. Shadows said. “We felt that maybe both parties could have handled it a little more internally without being so press release-happy about what had happened between them. Because we’re a band that, really, when it comes to news all over web sites or this or that about bands, you know, we don’t tweet much, we don’t try to put ourselves out that much, and all the drama and controversy wasn’t something that we wanted at all.”
Someone needs to shut that idiot up, if he can't handle the fact that Portnoy leaving Dream Theatre is bigger news than the Rev dying then he needs to grow up.
Yeah, but I also think the problems in Dream Theater were put on a spotlight so it made more retarded drama. Revs death was kinda a big deal but there wasn't a lot of drama surrounding it like the Dream Theater thing. But if they thought it was going to be hush hush, especially with the tensions in the band...then shame on avenged
Lol I love how the dream theater fan boys are defending him so much. It's true what he says though it was like bullshit high school drama with them releasing stuff back and forth all the time. Nobody gives a shit.
You tryin to be a hero fool? You wanna see badass mother fucker?! I'll show ya a badass!!!
"Oh dear, Michael. It would appear as though Mr Portnoy has approached Dream theater about patching up their differences, only to be told that the door is now closed. Get the full amazing statement inside! See Dream Theater at High Voltage festival!
The following post comes from Mike Portnoy himself: “Fairly recently, I reached out to the guys to try and make amends and offered to reconcile for the sake of having peace back in our lives…(plus I know how much it meant to a lot of the fans…)
“I figured it was still possible to try and save us because they hadn’t made any announcements yet or begun any public activity with another drummer…but sadly, they declined my offer (well, actually their lawyer did…they didn’t even tell me themselves….) “Sorry gang, I honestly gave it my all…
“So now the fans on my twitter and facebook can please stop asking me to go back to DT…I tried, and the door is now shut…the ball is now in their court, not mine…
“PS – I’m not crying or looking for mercy by posting this…I am merely trying to set the record straight as that is always the most important thing about my relationship with you guys…no BS, no spins, nothing to hide…and for better or for worse, I tell it like it is…
“I’ve also recently seen some people accuse my online activity of ‘looking for attention or media coverage’, or ‘Looking for sympathy’, but it’s honestly none of the above…I merely value having an open and active communication with my fans…always have, always will…it is the cornerstone of everything I’ve done since day #1 with DT…”
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BMTH IS FUCKING AMAZING.
BMTH MAKES ME JIZZ.
BMTH IS GOD.
I told everyone he wouldn't be a permanent replacement but did you listen? No.....you knew better. Now I can say it. I TOLD YOU SO!!!! Hahahahahaha
Speaking to Pulse Of Radio, Avenged Sevenfold frontman has told the US station that the band wasn’t too happy about the drama that surrounded Mike Portnoy’ split from Dream Theater.
“We were actually a little more shocked,” M. Shadows said. “We felt that maybe both parties could have handled it a little more internally without being so press release-happy about what had happened between them. Because we’re a band that, really, when it comes to news all over web sites or this or that about bands, you know, we don’t tweet much, we don’t try to put ourselves out that much, and all the drama and controversy wasn’t something that we wanted at all.”
The following post comes from Mike Portnoy himself:
“Fairly recently, I reached out to the guys to try and make amends and offered to reconcile for the sake of having peace back in our lives…(plus I know how much it meant to a lot of the fans…)
“I figured it was still possible to try and save us because they hadn’t made any announcements yet or begun any public activity with another drummer…but sadly, they declined my offer (well, actually their lawyer did…they didn’t even tell me themselves….)
“Sorry gang, I honestly gave it my all…
“So now the fans on my twitter and facebook can please stop asking me to go back to DT…I tried, and the door is now shut…the ball is now in their court, not mine…
“PS – I’m not crying or looking for mercy by posting this…I am merely trying to set the record straight as that is always the most important thing about my relationship with you guys…no BS, no spins, nothing to hide…and for better or for worse, I tell it like it is…
“I’ve also recently seen some people accuse my online activity of ‘looking for attention or media coverage’, or ‘Looking for sympathy’, but it’s honestly none of the above…I merely value having an open and active communication with my fans…always have, always will…it is the cornerstone of everything I’ve done since day #1 with DT…”