Former Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach recently shared his candid thoughts about social media. He explained how he deals with online negativity in an interview with RadioRadioX.com.
Bach explained his current approach to social media platforms. He also explained why he no longer engages with negative comments online.
“I don’t even care about social media. I use social media to promote my shows. It doesn’t mean anything. It’s, like, nothing. It’s like a big nothing. I promote my concerts and I let fans know that I got a new record out,” Bach said.
The rock vocalist revealed how his relationship with online platforms has evolved over the years.
“It’s been years since I bothered reading a comment section or whatever. I have better things to do with my time than [to read online comments],” he continued.
Bach reflected on how his perspective changed since the early days of the internet.
“Let me just say this, though: when the Internet first came out, none of us knew what the hell it was. So, 10, 15 years ago, yeah, I was reading comments and threatening people to fight down at the Chick-fil-A and meet me at 4:30. And then I go, why am I wasting my time? And I think nowadays people are realizing that the really cool people are not on the Internet. It’s a place for f*cking losers. I think people are getting that,” he said.
The singer elaborated on his current view of online commenters. He also shared his selective use of the internet.
“Nobody really cool is on there typing shit. It’s all a bunch of jealous f*cking losers that have nothing else to do… I mean, I like looking at shit like old videos that are posted of bands I like, like Rose Tattoo. I love all the KISS stuff — I’m a collector — but as far as reading what Jimmy from Iowa thinks of my new video, I don’t give a f*ck,” Bach concluded.
Bach’s outspoken nature and controversial statements have been consistent throughout his career. This dates back to his time as the frontman of one of the most successful hard rock bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Kids Kiddle reported that Bach became famous as the lead singer of the hard rock band Skid Row from 1987 to 1996. During this period, the band achieved massive commercial success. The band’s rise to fame coincided with the peak of the hair metal era. Bach’s powerful vocals and theatrical stage presence made him one of the most recognizable figures in rock music.
Metal Hall of Fame noted that two years after joining Skid Row, Bach was the lead vocalist and frontman during the band’s “thousand megaton impact” on the music scene. The band’s debut album became a multi-platinum success. This established Bach as a major force in the rock world and set the stage for his later solo career.
Since leaving Skid Row in 1996, Misplaced Straws reported that Bach has embarked on a successful solo career. He has maintained his reputation for speaking his mind. His transition from band member to solo artist has allowed him greater creative control. It has also given him the freedom to express his opinions without compromise.
Beyond his music career, Bach has also diversified into other entertainment ventures. Kids Kiddle stated that Sebastian has acted on Broadway and appeared in television shows. This demonstrates his versatility as a performer and his ability to adapt to different entertainment mediums while maintaining his rock star persona.
