Although his Dream Theater reunion was a huge success, Mike Portnoy doesn't regret departing. 

By: James

Published: 12, Sep 2024

After quitting Dream Theater in 2010, drummer Mike Portnoy doesn't regret it.  

After 13 years, Portnoy returned to Dream Theater last year, and everyone appears pleased with the reunion.

Despite his successful return, Portnoy says he has no regrets about leaving.

He tells Mariskal Rock: "No regrets. I don't regret quitting Dream Theater in 2010 because I think I would have regretted it for the rest of my life if I had stayed unhappily. 

Thus, regretting your actions is preferable to regretting your inactions. It was my philosophy always. I included that in Repentance lyrics.  

I have no regrets because they're all part of my journey and what made me who I am today. The story comes full circle and ends happily for Dream Theater fans."

During his 13 years apart from Dream Theater, Portnoy is proud of his accomplishments.

He says: "I'm proud of everything. Dream Theater is a progressive metal powerhouse. So I'm proud to have contributed.