Mike Portnoy emphasized that Dream Theater’s music creation process for their latest album “Parasomnia” is entirely organic and devoid of artificial intelligence, stating, “It’s all completely organic, and that’s very important to us.”
Portnoy discussed the band’s approach to live performances, highlighting the importance of human elements and imperfections, stating, “I would rather make a mistake and be real than be perfect and boring and a machine.”
Portnoy shared insights on how he navigates getting back on track during live performances, mentioning the challenges of using a click track and emphasizing the role of the drummer as the conductor in the band.
Dream Theater’s upcoming concert in Santiago, Chile on April 22, 2026, will be professionally recorded and filmed for a future Blu-ray release.
