Oh boy, are you guys ready for this? 🤯 TWISTED SISTER just played their first concert with Sebastian Bach on lead vocals, and I’m still trying to wrap my head around it. I mean, it’s not like they’re a new band or anything, but this is a big deal, folks! 🎸
So, what happened? Well, it all went down on August 28 at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey. The show was originally announced as a performance by BENT BROTHER, which is basically TWISTED SISTER’s alter ego, but then it was officially promoted as the debut live appearance of the band’s new touring lineup, featuring Bach on lead vocals, Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda on guitar, Russell Pzütto on bass, and Joey Cassata on drums.
But let’s get real, the real question on everyone’s mind is: can Sebastian Bach fill the shoes of the iconic Dee Snider? 🤔 I mean, Snider is a legend, and his voice is unmistakable. But Bach is no slouch either, and he’s been praising TWISTED SISTER for years, so maybe this is a match made in heaven? 🌟
The Setlist
According to Setlist.fm, the setlist for the show was a mix of TWISTED SISTER classics and some SKID ROW covers, because why not? 🤷♂️ The setlist included:
01. What You Don’t Know (Sure Can Hurt You)
02. You Can’t Stop Rock ‘N’ Roll
03. We’re Gonna Make It
04. Shoot ‘Em Down
05. Tear It Loose
06. Destroyer
07. The Kids Are Back
08. Like A Knife In The Back
09. Ride To Live, Live To Ride
10. Under The Blade
11. The Beast
12. Burn In Hell
13. The Price
14. I Remember You (SKID ROW cover)
15. I Wanna Rock
16. Youth Gone Wild (SKID ROW cover)
17. We’re Not Gonna Take It
And, of course, there’s video of the concert available online, because in this day and age, if it’s not on YouTube, did it even happen? 📹
But seriously, folks, this is a big deal for TWISTED SISTER fans, and it’s going to be interesting to see how this new lineup works out. I mean, Bach has already stated that he’s a huge fan of the band and that he’s going to bring a lot of energy to the stage. And let’s be real, who doesn’t love a good underdog story? 🐕
The Backstory
So, how did this all happen? Well, it all started when Dee Snider announced that he was leaving the band due to “health challenges.” And by health challenges, I mean he’s just getting old, like the rest of us 🙃. But seriously, Snider has been dealing with some health issues, and he didn’t want to risk injuring himself on stage.
Enter Sebastian Bach, who has been a fan of TWISTED SISTER for years. He’s even gone on record saying that he loves the band’s early work, like the album “You Can’t Stop Rock ‘N’ Roll” 🤘. And let’s be real, who wouldn’t want to front a legendary band like TWISTED SISTER? 🤩
In a recent interview with Meltdown of Detroit’s WRIF radio station, Bach talked about how he was chosen to front TWISTED SISTER, and it’s a pretty cool story. Apparently, Snider himself gave Bach his blessing, and even called him “SMF Number Two” 🤣. And Bach has promised to bring a lot of energy to the stage, which is good, because let’s face it, TWISTED SISTER is a high-energy band 🤯.
But what about the rest of the band? Well, Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda are still on guitar, and Russell Pzütto is on bass. And on drums, they’ve got Joey Cassata, who’s played with Ace Frehley before 🤘.
And let’s not forget about the fans, who are probably still trying to wrap their heads around this new lineup. I mean, it’s not every day that a legendary band like TWISTED SISTER gets a new lead singer 🤯. But hey, as Bach himself said, “the music always survives” 🎵.
So, what’s next for TWISTED SISTER? Well, they’ve got a bunch of tour dates lined up, and they’re going to be playing all the hits, including some SKID ROW covers, because why not? 🤷♂️ And who knows, maybe this new lineup will bring a new energy to the band, and they’ll start cranking out some new music 🎸.
But for now, let’s just enjoy the ride and see where this new chapter in TWISTED SISTER’s history takes us 🎢. And hey, if you’re feeling nostalgic, you can always go back and listen to some of their classic albums, like “Under The Blade” or “You Can’t Stop Rock ‘N’ Roll” 🎵.
So, what do you guys think? Are you excited about this new lineup, or are you still skeptical? Let us know in the comments 🤔. And if you’re feeling extra nostalgic, you can always go back and watch some of TWISTED SISTER’s classic music videos, like “We’re Not Gonna Take It” or “I Wanna Rock” 📹.
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