Mike Portnoy's Unexpected Drumming Adventure with Nickelback

🥁Mike Portnoy, known for his prog-metal background, steps out of his comfort zone to play a Nickelback song.

🎸Portnoy's first impression of the song made him initially mistake it for the work of other bands such as Mammoth, Extreme, or Godsmack.

💥Portnoy discloses an interesting anecdote about almost playing a gig with Nickelback, but it was canceled.

🔥Despite not being familiar with Nickelback's music, Portnoy impresses with his drumming skills and delivers a solid performance.

😂Portnoy reflects humorously on the fact that playing with Nickelback would have resulted in him dyeing his hair, only for the gig to be canceled.

Did Mike Portnoy know any Nickelback songs prior to this?

—No, Portnoy admitted that he is not familiar with Nickelback's music since he doesn't listen to the radio.

Did Mike Portnoy almost play a gig with Nickelback?

—Yes, Portnoy revealed that he received a call from Nickelback's drummer to fill in for a show, but the gig was canceled.

What did Mike Portnoy think the song sounded like initially?

—At first, Portnoy mistook the song for the work of other bands like Mammoth, Extreme, or Godsmack.

Was Mike Portnoy nervous about playing the Nickelback song?

—Portnoy expressed some nervousness about playing a Nickelback song since it was out of his usual prog-metal genre.

What was Mike Portnoy's impression of the song after playing it?

—Portnoy praised the song and highlighted its catchy elements, which he believes are the reason why Nickelback is loved by many.

00:00Mike Portnoy takes on the challenge of playing a Nickelback song for the first time and showcases his talent and versatility.

03:31Portnoy reflects on the gig he was almost scheduled to play with Nickelback, which ended up being canceled.

05:26Despite not being familiar with Nickelback's music, Portnoy delivers an impressive drumming performance, exceeding expectations.

08:21Portnoy compares his own drumming arrangement to the original Nickelback song, highlighting the differences.

12:18Portnoy concludes with praise for the song and a humorous reflection on the hair-dying incident.