

The band have since seen limited mainstream success, although they are currently gaining in popularity. Although Progressive Metal bands tend to have no success in mainstream circles, Dream Theater have managed to cross over into the mainstream at points in their career, most notably with their top 10 hit Pull Me Under back in 1992. On September 8, 2010, Mike Portnoy left the band and was replaced by Mike Mangini in April of 2011.ĭream Theater is considered a success in the progressive metal scene, often considered to be the vanguards of the genre. Other current members include James LaBrie and Jordan Rudess, and former members include Kevin Moore, Chris Collins, Charlie Dominici, Steve Stone, Chris Cintron and Derek Sherinian. Mike Portnoy Dream Theater is a progressive metal band from Long Island, New York formed originally as Majesty by their three core members Mike Portnoy, John Petrucci and John Myung on June 20th 1985, the latter two of which, have remained with the band since its inception in 1985. Steve Stone (official membership disputed)Ĭhris Cintron (official membership disputed)
