Former Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy has left his current stine on the drumstool for Avenged Sevenfold.
A full statement from Portnoy reads: “Yes, the rumors are true… Sadly
my time with Avenged Sevenfold has come to an end… The band has decided
to carry on into 2011 without me…
“I had a great time with them throughout 2010, but it was their
choice to end the relationship at The End of 2010 as was always the
initial plan….
“I had an awesome time on stage with the guys every night and have so
many cool memories from the experience with them… I am proud to always
be part of the Avenged Sevenfold family and history. I also adore the
Avenged Sevenfold fans and totally appreciate the way they welcomed me
aboard and were so loving and supportive during my time with the
band…thank you!
“As far as my future, I am excited by the Endless musical
possibilities that lie ahead of me…my love for music runs very deep and
my taste is very broad and ecclectic which will give me the chance to
explore many different things and collaborate with many great friends
and artists I admire and respect.

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