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Mike Mangini Is The New Dream Theater Drummer

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After the shock of Mike Portnoy leaving Dream Theater, many (including myself) were wondering what the future held for the band. Being a big fan of Dream Theater for many years (hell, I even flew out to New York and was at the Score show), it was near impossible to think of a Portnoy-less Dream Theater. The man was so iconic as the spokesman for the band that having him gone felt like the band was gone. But as the group has said, ‘The Spirit Carries On’. 

Through a three-part web-based video series, the rest of the DT members tried out seven astonishing drummers to see who would fit into the family, ending with Mike Mangini as the top pick (you can see the moment he is chosen in the third video at the 14:00 mark). Although I’ve told you who the drummer is, it’s still really worth checking out the series as it’s very well put together. The first part is here, the second part below and the third part is here. 

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Charli xcx Teases Song Collaboration With Horror Master David Cronenberg

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July 7, 2026

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Pictured: Charli xcx in 'Faces of Death'

Musician Charli xcx, who’s fresh off an appearance in this year’s new Faces of Death movie, is next joining forces with another legendary name in horror: David Cronenberg!

Charli xcx took to social media this afternoon to preview her upcoming album Music, Fashion, Film, which is now up for pre-order on various formats and releasing July 24.

It’s the 11th track on the new album that caught our eye…

  • 1. Rock Music (1.55)
  • 2. SS26 (2.46)
  • 3. Card Declined (3.28)
  • 4. Camera (2.31)
  • 5. 2007 (2.04)
  • 6. I’m Afraid (2.11)
  • 7. Yeah (2.17)
  • 8. Wink Wink (2.03)
  • 9. Persona (2.37)
  • 10. Magic Metal Montana (2.31)
  • 11. No One Lasts Forever featuring David Cronenberg (5.42)

You have our attention, Charli…

Variety notes in their coverage of the album, “To support the record, Charli will head out on a 12-date North American arena tour, kicking off on September 11 in Philadelphia. The trek includes two nights at both Brooklyn’s Barclays Center and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum.”

Pre-order your copy of Music, Fashion, Film from the official Charli xcx store now.

 

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