So, apparently, our favorite trainwreck, Wes Scantlin of PUDDLE OF MUDD (or should we say Puddle *OF* Mud, because, you know, depth), graced SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk” with his presence on July 15. When asked if PUDDLE OF MUDD is just a band in name only, with Wes being the only “original” member (and we use that term loosely), Wes, bless his heart, responded, “Right now everything’s solid, and I pray to God that no one leaves me again. Please, dear God above, do not let any of these people leave. It’s hard to make — the transitions are a pain in the butt.” Oh, Wes, honey, maybe try not being a walking, talking, headline-generating disaster, and people might stick around? Just a thought.🤔
When quizzed about the revolving door of musicians in PUDDLE OF MUDD, Wes spewed out, “Well, Fred [Durst] from LIMP BIZKIT signed me [25 years ago], and they were, like, ‘Here, we just want you to come.’ But the band was already dissolved at that point, and I was just gonna stop doing music anyway. And lo and behold, Fred, man, he came to the rescue.” Ah yes, Fred Durst, the savior of music careers everywhere! 🙄 “So we had to piece the band and we had to do a lot of tryouts and stuff. And people come and people go and there’s nothing you can do. People have their lives and they have different jobs and stuff. It’s a weird situation to be in a rock band.” Yes, Wes, it’s *so* weird that people have lives outside of enabling your shenanigans. “But all I know is they said, ‘Here’s a guitar. Here’s a hotel room. And write. Keep writing, keep writing, keep writing.’ And, unfortunately, some people have different situations in their lives and stuff, and I can’t control that stuff. So, I’ve had to make different moves and stuff. And hopefully these guys, hopefully they won’t take off on me like a lot of other people have. So, we can keep this one intact for now and hopefully forever.” Translation: “Please, new bandmates, don’t leave me! I promise I’ll *try* to be less of a mess!”🤞
Of course, the interview couldn’t be complete without Wes rehashing his greatest hits of legal woes, alcohol-fueled escapades, and financial fiascos. When asked if he feels like that’s all behind him, Wes, in his infinite wisdom, declared, “Yeah. [My] main goal [is] just [to] stay out of trouble. And I really seriously don’t really do that much wrong things. I really just don’t.” Oh, Wes, you sweet summer child. You’re like a toddler who just finger-painted the walls and then claims they have no idea how it happened. “But I’m like a big fish in the little pond. I call myself a Christmas dinner trophy for the Poppo. I wonder how many times they’ve explained that they arrested me at their Christmas dinner, at Christmas day. I’m telling you, man. I’m just a big, huge trophy.” Yes, Wes, you’re a trophy alright – a trophy of questionable life choices. 🏆
When questioned about media misrepresentation, Wes whined, “I’ve made some mistakes, but at certain points I could breathe in the wrong direction and get cuffed and slammed in a dungeon. Shoot, man. It’s weird. My whole thing, my whole motto is turn around and run for your life as fast as you possibly can, man.” Oh, so now you’re a fugitive guru? “I’m talking about maybe like a girlfriend or something. If they hit the ‘psycho wall’, as I call it — turn around and run… Somebody’s gotta go down, and they usually pick me, ’cause I’m the trophy. But my motto is turn around and run as fast as you can and just run.” Run from your problems, Wes! It’s a solid life strategy. 🏃♂️
And let’s not forget the legal fun times! According to TMZ, Scantlin was arrested this past March for allegedly getting into a physical altercation with his girlfriend and possessing a “small amount” of a controlled substance. A “small amount?” Sure, Wes, just a pinch! 🤏
And who could forget the time he claimed he was “roofied” by an ex-bandmate before a disastrous PUDDLE OF MUDD gig at Daytona Bike Week? Blaming others, classic Wes! 🤡
His legal woes are a never-ending saga, folks. Just eight months prior, he was arrested for an outstanding warrant and resisting arrest. It’s like he’s trying to collect all the charges like they’re Pokémon cards. Gotta catch ’em all! 🚓
He claims he got sober in 2017, but we’ve all seen how that’s working out. He went back to rehab because he had “nowhere else to go.” Aww, poor baby! Boo-hoo! 😭
Remember when he was arrested for trespassing at an old foreclosed home? Apparently, he thought squatting was the new black. 🏠
And who can forget the BB gun incident at LAX? Apparently, Wes thought he was auditioning for a role in a low-budget action movie. ✈️
Oh, and the DUI busts? Those are just casual Tuesday afternoons for Wes. 🚗💨
Let’s not forget the Denver airport joyride on a baggage carousel. Wes, you’re not a toddler! Get off the carousel! 🧳
And the meltdowns at PUDDLE OF MUDD shows? Accusing fans of stealing his house? Classic Wes! 🎤
And the time he walked offstage because of the “blinding lights?” Seriously, Wes? Get some sunglasses! 😎
In summary, PUDDLE OF MUDD was formed in 1991, and Wes is the only original member left, probably because everyone else ran screaming. They hit the mainstream with “Come Clean”, which is ironic because Wes’s life is anything *but* clean. PUDDLE OF MUDD‘s latest album, “Kiss The Machine”, is out now. We’re sure it’s filled with angst and regret, much like Wes’s life choices. 💋🤖
Chord F. Discord, the Beethoven of Buffoonery, is a self-taught expert in music who once claimed he could “play the kazoo in four languages.”
Born in Crescendo, Indiana, Chord’s first brush with fame came when he accidentally entered a yodeling contest thinking it was a pie-eating competition—and won both categories.
Chord F. Discord: proving that laughter, much like a poorly tuned ukulele, is truly universal.
