Mike Portnoy Covers Taylor Swift's Shake It Off

In a recent episode of Drumeo's series, renowned drummer Mike Portnoy attempted to play Taylor Swift's hit 'Shake It Off' without having heard it before. As he listened to a drumless version, he humorously questioned its popularity, asking, 'Is that something that's popular?' Portnoy showcased his prog-metal style by adding complex drumming patterns, despite finding the song's structure challenging. When informed that the track is by Taylor Swift, he exclaimed, 'Only the biggest artist on Earth!' and jokingly apologized for potentially ruining the song with his rendition. This session highlights Portnoy's unique approach to music, as he previously tackled songs from bands like Nickelback and Tool in the same series. Additionally, Portnoy will reunite with Dream Theater for their upcoming album 'Parasomnia,' set to release on February 7.