Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

When you see who is playing here, you think subtle, right? Of course you don't. And the music is not. But then again, it is not a mess by any means. This band seems to have played together years. All have in the past and currently. The songs are a collection of some fusion hits and some Dream Theater tunes that featured Derek. Get this for the power and musicianship. Portnoy bangs away and keeps a beat as well as ever. Derek is always on fire. Tony takes over the guitar playing from the original artists in a respectful way. (Marvel at "The Pump). 

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

Sheehan is still one of the best in the business. Almost the lead instrument on this release is his bass.
Get this double album. You will love it from the opening lick to the last.

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

It seems more often lately that the "Supergroup" is a PR-spun creation (often recorded separately - rather than all together) in the hope that CD's and Downloads will keep paying the bills. PSMS Live at Zepp is NOT! The real proof is when you bring together the top talent in the genre and show how they do in a live environment. Certainly any of these artists could perform a show as a unique and individual artist (and have) - but together is where the real magic takes over.

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)

This effort has motivated me to join them on the ProgNation as Sea Cruise - and I booked a cabin for my adult son to join me. I can't wait to see the "proof" live and in person - and will enjoy every minute of this recording in anticipation of the Cruise/Show in February of next year. If you are a fan individually of Portnoy, Sheehan, MacAlpine or Sherinian - than don't miss the opportunity to own this collective work (and experience some of the Magic)!

Portnoys Comp Portnoy Sheehan MacAlpine Sherinian (Live At Zepp Tokyo, Japan/2012)