The Winery Dogs are an American hard rock supergroup formed in 2012, consisting of Mike Portnoy (drums), Billy Sheehan (bass) and Richie Kotzen (vocals, guitar). The band was conceived by Portnoy and Sheehan, who aimed to create a power‑trio rock band with a guitarist‑vocalist as the frontman. An earlier attempt, tentatively titled “Bad Apple,” with guitarist/vocalist John Sykes, was abandoned. Talk‑show host Eddie Trunk later suggested Richie Kotzen, who had previously played with Sheehan in Mr. Big (1997–2002). The three musicians met at Kotzen’s studio in Los Angeles, and by the end of their first jam session they had developed several song ideas that would appear on their debut album. Following the success of that album, they released a live concert DVD, Unleashed in Japan 2013: The Winery Dogs. Before forming The Winery Dogs, all three members had established careers with other bands. Richie Kotzen is known for his work with Poison and Mr. Big, as well as an extensive solo career. Billy Sheehan is known for his work with Mr. Big, Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Talas and Sons of Apollo. Mike Portnoy is known as the original drummer of Dream Theater, and for his work with Flying Colors, Transatlantic, The Neal Morse Band, Sons of Apollo and Adrenaline Mob. When asked about the band’s main influences, Mike Portnoy explained that they aim for a classic rock sound, drawing inspiration from Led Zeppelin, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, Grand Funk Railroad, as well as more modern artists such as Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, The Black Crowes and Lenny Kravitz. The band’s self‑titled debut album was released in Japan on May 5, 2013 through Victor subsidiary WHD Entertainment, followed by a worldwide release on July 23, 2013 via Loud & Proud Records. Produced by Jay Ruston, the album features 13 songs. The Japanese edition replaces the track “Time Machine” with “Criminal.”
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