RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Duke)

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:27:21 GMT

Tensed Dreams

RIP Howard Portnoy!

Is it still possible to get the version of "The Best Of Times" with MP´s vocal somewhere?

http://www.amazon.com/Best-Times-MP-Vocal-Demo/dp/B002O05E0K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dmusic&qid=1325895994&sr=1-1

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Tensed Dreams)

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:07:43 GMT

RIP Howard Portnoy!

Is it still possible to get the version of "The Best Of Times" with MP´s vocal somewhere?

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (TakeTheTime)

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:53:13 GMT

AdRock18

Mike killed me with that tweet

Play Mike's version AND look at the pics.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (songquester)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:14:45 GMT

Good reminder life is short, I just called my dad to let him know I love him. Luckily he was able to see the real DT with IM on fathers day in Concord CA before the split. He loved it!! When they played TBOT of over the PA I filled him in on the details.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Rhino2112)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:14:44 GMT

@Duane - Sorry to hear that news. My best to you and your family.

The family resemblence between MP and his dad is stunning. MP has done him proud by being a solid sober citizen, a good husband & father, all of which are more important than what he does behind a drum kit.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Duane)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:15:27 GMT

My dad passed away a week before Christmas (just a few weeks back). It wasn't unexpected, but we were hoping for better results. Heart trouble.
Still processing the whole thing, and I'm not sure how I'll feel as the new year progresses. I'm just grateful there were no "walls" between us. I'm sure I'll appreciate that fact a lot more as time goes by.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (spud321x)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:44:12 GMT

Dobe the Drummer

DTD

Just finished TBOT w/MP vocal. I can't imagine how hard it was to record that. RIP "HP"

The rawness of Mike's vocals makes the song that much more powerful than the album version. Truly special.

Agreed!

R.I.P. Mr. Portnoy! The thought of losing my dad makes my stomach churn . I'm sorry you had to go through it Mike!

Nick

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Dobe the Drummer)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:40:33 GMT

DTD

Just finished TBOT w/MP vocal. I can't imagine how hard it was to record that. RIP "HP"

The rawness of Mike's vocals makes the song that much more powerful than the album version. Truly special.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (DTD)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:25:45 GMT

Just finished TBOT w/MP vocal. I can't imagine how hard it was to record that. RIP "HP"

RIP my "Popz": FEK 1935-1986

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (AdRock18)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:20:05 GMT

Mike killed me with that tweet

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Stadler)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:17:56 GMT

Hey, that photo montage in Mike's tweet was really moving. Hard to see, but I'm assuming that is Mike's dad holding Mike in the left photo. Family resemblance or what??

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (snapple)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:43:36 GMT

Portnoy

I miss you Popz...

MP

Always in my thoughts and prayers, Mike.

Christian

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Portnoy)

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:09:59 GMT

I miss you Popz...

MP

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Blomski)

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:25:23 GMT

My dad passed away 4 months later, in May ... Born in the same year 1940. Both dearly missed I'm sure.
I really suck at dealing with it. I hope you are okay...
It helps listening to your song Best of Times. Thank you for that...
Good luck Mike!

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (theexecutiveone)

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 15:57:02 GMT

Hey Mike,

It's been a while since I've been logged in. But I do want to send you and your family my condolences, love, thoughts, and prayers. I hope all is well with you.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (BenUK)

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:54:05 GMT

I've been off the forum for about a month, but I heard this news elsewhere.

Sorry for your news, Mike. Losing your father is horrible, I hope you and your family are getting by ok! I'm sure you're keeping very busy! If you did some lyrics in tribute to your dad on the new album, that would be a great release, I'm sure alot of other fans could relate to them, myself included!

RIP Howard.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (roburado)

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 22:45:00 GMT

My condolences, MP, even if they are a bit late.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (darkdedey)

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:22:58 GMT

Very sad, Mike.
Strength to you and your family.
Rest In Peace Mr. Portnoy

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (theboy)

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:12:28 GMT

I'm sorry to hear that MP
My deepest sincere condolences to you and your family

RIP Mr. Howard Portnoy

regards
reza

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (DRUMGUY32)

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:23:10 GMT

Deepest condolences to you and your family from me and the guys in Lazarus.

Hang in there Mike..

Nick

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (dona paul portnoy)

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:03:35 GMT

I´m so so sorry Dear MP !!!My deepest sincere condolences & i know it's a little bit late to say it !!
all my love,respect & support to you and all your family marlene,max anda melody!!!and of course tu you!!!... i was like with my grandfather , he was my 2° father!!! :´(
i forgot trish!!!
+To become someone just like him +
+Remember me, I gave you life. +
P.D sorry for the mistakes my english isn´t very good!!!
R.I.P HOward Portnoy !!! :( :´(

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (dona paul portnoy)

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:46:24 GMT

I´m so so sorry Dear MP !!!My deepest sincere condolences & i know it's a little bit late to say it !!
all my love,respect & support to you and all your family marlene,max anda melody!!!and of course tu you!!!... i was like with my grandfather , he was my 2° father!!! :´(

+To become someone just like him +
+Remember me, I gave you life. +
P.D sorry for the mistakes my english isn´t very good!!!
R.I.P HOward Portnoy !!! :( :´(

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Dreamer.Sofi)

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:53:49 GMT

I just saw this!

Hey Mike, I'm really sorry about this, but think that he maybe is better in some other place.

My sincere condolences for your loss.

I'll pray for him, you and your family.

I'm with you, Mike.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (XxRad DrummerxX)

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:14:35 GMT

i just saw this news. im very sorry to hear about your loss

jon

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (nesqf)

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:35:02 GMT

Sorry Mike, be strong and my sorrow condolences.........

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (...seba1.4...)

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:04:11 GMT

impactante noticia...descanse en paz el creador del mejor baterista del mundo!!!

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (valnjudesmom)

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:08:26 GMT

Mike - I just wanted to send my sincere condolences for your loss. I hope you and your family are at peace.

Sincerely,

Tara (from Island Park)

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (errol)

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:56:00 GMT

my condolences to you sir! errol joseph lachica,philippines

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (alamakluke)

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:29:02 GMT

Mike my deepest condolences to you and your family in these tough times...

RIP Mr. Howard Portnoy

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Fettus999)

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:37:57 GMT

Mike, I am really really sorry to hear that your father has past away.
I hope you stay strong and that you get through this loss in a good way.
Write a lyric about it, anything that will help you through your loss.

My sincere coldolences, Richard Andreas Salvesen(14),
Norway

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (The Fang)

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:06:31 GMT

Alway keep in mind what your friend John Myung wrote in a song.

" Remmeber the death is not the end, but only a transiotion."

So your fahter will be there for you all the time.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (lucio)

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 20:10:34 GMT

I am truly sorry to hear about your loss, I'm sure he was a great father, husband and father. My deepest condolences to you and your family

May he rest in peace, we are all with you Mike, we love you!

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (pet_rudess)

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:44:42 GMT

Mike, i lost my father when i was 15 and i know it feels terrible. My deepest condolences to you. Please remember that we always support you and we're here for you to keep going.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (BlackMamba)

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:26:44 GMT

We are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
RIP

Antonella & Luca

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (excalibur469)

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:30:46 GMT

I lost my mother to heart ailments 4 years ago when I was only 21 so I know what it's like to lose someone too early. My condolences to you Mike and your family. May God bless Howard and may he rest in peace, he's definately in a much better place. =)

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (HHX_Benn)

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:37:39 GMT

I can't express how bad I feel, Mike. My condolences to you and your family.
RIP Howard Portnoy

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (Showt1me)

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:19:00 GMT

I feel truly sorry for you, Mike! My deepest condolences and thoughts to you and your family. Having lost a family member myself, I know what a rough time it is. But I can only imagine how it must hurt to lose a parent. I wish you and your family all the strenght you need to get through this.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (tick)

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:40:38 GMT

I'm so sorry Mike. Ilost my dad when he was only 57 years old. Losing a parent is a rough experiance. I wish you and your family much peace and comfort is a horrible time.

Re:RIP Howard Portnoy 1940-2009 (gobi)

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:58:45 GMT

i'm sorry for your loss Mike