Last week, we announced that Twisted Sister had replaced Dee Snider as lead singer.
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"Twisted Sister members Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda are thrilled to announce that iconic vocalist and frontman Sebastian Bach will be fronting the band for a handful of select dates this fall," a statement on the band's website read. "These appearances do not affect or conflict with Sebastian's current or future solo touring schedule, which remains fully intact."
The 57-year-old Bach, who fronted Skid Row in the late 1980s and early 1990s, is excited about the new gig.
"I am absolutely honored and overjoyed to pay tribute to the legacy of some of my favorite music and musicians of my whole life," he wrote on Instagram.
But what does Snider think about these changes? Here's what we found out.
Why Did Dee Snider Leave Twisted Sister?
Snider actually resigned from the "We're Not Going To Take It" band last month. The 71-year-old said that because of his degenerative arthritis, he is only able to "perform a few songs at a time in pain." He also has problems with his heart.
"I don't know of any other way to rock," Snider said at the time. "The idea of slowing down is unacceptable to me. I'd rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self."
What Does Snider Think of His Replacement?
Snider shared his thoughts about his health and Bach on social media.
"Been waiting for the dust to settle...but it hasn't," he began.
"For a retired 71 yr old I'm great. But I've only got so much tread left on these tires," he wrote. "I decided to use it for the rest of my journey. And not burn them up on stage trying to prove I'm as good as I ever was. I can live with that choice. I would've been a shadow of my former self out there anyway."
He added, "The story of my retirement for health reasons ran wild! I'm not dying. (No, not never!) Just can't do the things I used to do. I'm cool with it. I have a great life!"
As for his feelings on Bach, Snider said, "And I totally approve of @sebastianbach stepping in for me. He's a true fan & will honor what I did with every show!"
Bach echoed Snider's supportive words when sharing the news about replacing Snider last week. He told fans he had a 45-minute conversation with singer about the job.
"We were both kind of emotional on the phone," he wrote. "I know I was a little bit teary-eyed because I have nothing but respect for Dee and I have always been a fan and a friend of Dee, [his wife Suzette] and his wonderful family. We have agreed to do six shows this year together and I am really looking forward to this."
