"When we started to brainstorm about drummers, Mike [Van Dyne]'s name came up on the top of the list. We sent him some demos, and he was into it. He came back a few weeks later and nailed the four songs we sent him. He really couldn't have made it any easier for us."

Mike Van Dyne recorded five studio albums and toured extensively with Arsis. He first parted ways with the group in January 2007, and was followed up by Darren Cesca.

Michael rejoined Arsis in April 2009 but left again in April 2012. This time Mike was succeeded by Shawn Priest.

Mike also played in the Albany/Troy, New York-based band Crimson Mask.