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Sons of Apollo, formed in 2017, is a progressive metal supergroup featuring Dream Theater drummer Mike Mangini alongside members of Journey, Mr. Big, and Guns N' Roses.
Explore Mike Mangini's drumming with progressive metal supergroup Sons of Apollo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the drummer for Sons of Apollo?
Mike Portnoy (also known for Dream Theater) was Sons of Apollo's drummer for the band's entire run, from its 2017 formation until it disbanded around 2023.
Is Sons of Apollo still active?
No. The band has been inactive since completing a South American tour in August 2022, and members have confirmed the split — guitarist Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal called it 'past tense' in October 2023, and keyboardist Derek Sherinian described MMXX as their 'second and final album.'
Did Mike Portnoy leave Sons of Apollo to rejoin Dream Theater?
Portnoy has publicly denied that his October 2023 return to Dream Theater caused Sons of Apollo's breakup, saying the band had already stopped moving forward during the pandemic when not all members wanted to continue.
How many albums did Sons of Apollo release?
Two studio albums: Psychotic Symphony (2017) and MMXX (2020).
Who played drums on Sons of Apollo's "Psychotic Symphony"?
Mike Portnoy played drums on "Psychotic Symphony" (2017).
Who played drums on Sons of Apollo's "MMXX"?
Mike Portnoy played drums on "MMXX" (2020).