Songs like "Spirit Carries On" really gets the audience moved and on the same page. It's challenging and all so much fun to play.

I think I'm a father, but a father of three kids! :)

I know we play a part in the story of progressive music, but for us those influences are the real fathers, the ones that we were interested in.

My main objective with a home studio - I could get into doing full band demos - but my first objective is to cut things like guitar tracks and solos at home.

I've been fortunate to work with companies that I endorse because I love their gear. Whether Music Man, Dunlop, or DiMarizo to me these companies have supported me in such a way that's invaluable.

Out of Berklee Dream Theater was born and we've been together ever since. I didn't have to taste that feeling of defeat.

The only thing I had in my mind [when I was 17 ] was that I was going to be a professional musician. So it was just the right environment.