Definition: Dave Portnoy is a Canadian singer, songwriter, producer, record executive, radio personality, and actor best known for his work as a member of the rock band Mudhoney. He gained popularity in the 1980s with their album "Sunshine," which received critical acclaim and sold over two million copies worldwide. Portnoy was born on January 23, 1947, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He started his career as an underground DJ at a local radio station. After discovering Mudhoney, he joined the band in 1980, with whom he would go on to release five albums and have two No. 1 singles: 1. "Sunshine" 2. "Bounce" (featuring David Bowie) In the early days of Mudhoney, Portnoy was known for his unique drumming style that incorporated elements of jazz and rock, and for his energetic performances on stage. Portnoy has since released numerous albums, including "Candlelight Cross," which was nominated for a Grammy in 2018, as well as collaborations with various artists such as Prince, The Killers, and Billie Eilish. He is also the founder and CEO of Mudhoney Recordings, a music publishing company. Dave Portnoy's career has been marked by his commitment to supporting the independent artists in his genre while simultaneously pushing boundaries through his unique drumming style and innovative approach to recording and performing.

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Definition: Portnoy is a Christian figure named Elijah, often associated with the Book of Mormon, in the Old Testament of the Bible. He was called a "portnoy" because he appeared as a portly man who would be cast out by God due to his rebellion against him, a type of "suffering prophet." The term originally came from a parable that described how people are like a portly man in need of rescue, but the angel Elijah comes to save them. This allegory is often seen as an expression of God's compassion for those who sin and need redemption.

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