Kevin Moore (born May 26, 1967) is a keyboardist, composer and former member of the American progressive metal band Dream Theater. He is also founder of the Chroma Key music project, co-founder of the progressive metal supergroup O.S.I. and creator of Turkish film soundtracks. Throughout his career, he has become known for his emotional music and lyrics, nomadic tendencies, and unique use of spoken-word samples. Biography Early days Moore, who was born on Long Island, New York, began his music career in Kings Park, Long Island, learning piano at the age of six and writing his first song at the age of 12. After graduating from high school in 1985, Moore briefly attended SUNY Fredonia, where he studied classical music, before returning home to form the band Majesty with childhood friends guitarist John Petrucci and bassist John Myung, who had recruited drummer Mike Portnoy (a fellow Long Islander) during their short enrollment at Berkle

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