APPARENTLY he was their first choice, but he only knew 3 songs and had a lack of interest in their material song-wise. Either way, this guy is a legend in my book. Plays with so much feel and loves what he does
But anyway, what made Mike Mangini stand out over the other drummers was the fact that he really wanted to be in DT, he really needed it and desired it. Marco is a phenomenal palyer, and I'd bet he was the most refreshing and surprising for the band, but this gig wasn't only about technique, but also about chemistry and commitement.
me da risa tanta ignorancia, minnemann es sin duda superior y mucho mas creativo, que mangini y que incluso portnoy por eso ruddes lo quería, pero este alemán es demasiado Open mind, y ahora Dream, ya tiene una linea cada vez mas definida pesada y alejada de lo progresivo.
He was the winner of DT's auditions, but he refused the offer. This guy is the equivalent of Rudess on the keyboard...they are wizards. And btw, JR and Marco are very good friends, Marco didn't want to join the auditions but the wizard conviced him.
In fact, there are some rumours that Marco actually did got the gig, but he refused to play in DT due to some issues in the contract that prevented him from being in other side projects and such. The band has never confirmed it, of course, but Marco claims this to be true.
I love watching Marco play. He has such joy and makes everything look so effortless. Honestly, he makes like as easy as playing a simple blues tune. He is incredible. Thanks for posting!
Marco It was amazing to see you try out for Theater...and i was hoping to see you go all the way with them, But Mike came to the table with a whole new level of love for the band and the guys of DT...no matter where you go in the world your a drum hero for sure!!! MAD PROPS TO MARCO
i've been learning this song and realize now how many parts he actually played differently. and i wouldn't change any of it. i've watched this SO many times over the last decade, this was the vid that made me a big fan of marco's
APPARENTLY he was their first choice, but he only knew 3 songs and had a lack of interest in their material song-wise. Either way, this guy is a legend in my book. Plays with so much feel and loves what he does
I have no doubts Mangini can do this exact same thing, but he just isn't as much fun to watch as Minnemann.
But anyway, what made Mike Mangini stand out over the other drummers was the fact that he really wanted to be in DT, he really needed it and desired it. Marco is a phenomenal palyer, and I'd bet he was the most refreshing and surprising for the band, but this gig wasn't only about technique, but also about chemistry and commitement.
me da risa tanta ignorancia, minnemann es sin duda superior y mucho mas creativo, que mangini y que incluso portnoy por eso ruddes lo quería, pero este alemán es demasiado Open mind, y ahora Dream, ya tiene una linea cada vez mas definida pesada y alejada de lo progresivo.
He was the winner of DT's auditions, but he refused the offer. This guy is the equivalent of Rudess on the keyboard...they are wizards. And btw, JR and Marco are very good friends, Marco didn't want to join the auditions but the wizard conviced him.
Easily the Best drummer in the World.
De esto se perdio Dream Theater.
In fact, there are some rumours that Marco actually did got the gig, but he refused to play in DT due to some issues in the contract that prevented him from being in other side projects and such. The band has never confirmed it, of course, but Marco claims this to be true.
Not even mad Marco didn't get the DT spot, cuz then we wouldn't have gotten The Aristocrats.
Portnoy is watching this and thinks by himself: "Shit man it wasn't hard enough"
This mans joy on the drums is so contagious. I couldn't help but smile watching the video.
I have never seen such a talent so well combined with artisism
Can't believe he was not chosen. This guy is pretty original and makes it look easy. Amazing.
AWESOME PLAYING , AND THE ENDING IS SO FANTASTIC
Great! Ocean of positive and energy. Smiling every time...
Really love his playing, spirit and raw power. Marco makes it looks so easy!
I love watching Marco play. He has such joy and makes everything look so effortless. Honestly, he makes like as easy as playing a simple blues tune. He is incredible. Thanks for posting!
I aspire to do anything in life as well executed as this, and with a big fat smile on my face.
Marco It was amazing to see you try out for Theater...and i was hoping to see you go all the way with them, But Mike came to the table with a whole new level of love for the band and the guys of DT...no matter where you go in the world your a drum hero for sure!!! MAD PROPS TO MARCO
i've been learning this song and realize now how many parts he actually played differently. and i wouldn't change any of it. i've watched this SO many times over the last decade, this was the vid that made me a big fan of marco's