L.A. Guns founder Tracii Guns shared his thoughts on Skid Row’s stance regarding Sebastian Bach in an interview with Chuck Shute.
“I hate to bring up Skid Row and Sebastian Bach because I love all those guys. Love them together and love them separate,” Guns said. “But the guys in the band their point of view is that Sebastian to them is a sh*t head and then Sebastian’s point of view is like, ‘Well they wanted a David Lee Roth type of guy.'”
“My point of view is don’t ever leave that kind of f*cking money on the table. What the f*ck is wrong with all of you? Seriously, no joke. I’m not making a joke or a funny haha,” he continued.
“They don’t ever have to even see Sebastian to go and perform live and to make millions of dollars, not just a million bucks, millions of dollars,” Guns explained. “Skid Row was a high impact band. They make pretty decent money now. Even not having a singer, they make pretty decent money. I think the excitement for good 200 shows over three years, no problem man, arenas for sure.”
When asked if the band’s dislike for Bach justified losing millions, Guns stated simply, “They think they don’t like Sebastian that much.”
The topic of reunion remains a contentious issue between Skid Row and their former frontman.
Research by Louder Sound revealed the band’s peak commercial success occurred during Bach’s era. Their first two albums achieved multi-platinum status. Their second album, ‘Slave to the Grind,’ reached number one on the Billboard 200 charts.
Bach has maintained his connection to the band’s legacy. Reports from Ultimate Classic Rock indicate that he continues to perform many of the band’s classic songs during his solo shows.
Skid Row took a new direction last year. Ultimate Classic Rock reported the band’s appointment of Lzzy Hale as temporary frontwoman. This decision followed Erik Grönwall’s departure.
This ongoing situation between Skid Row and Sebastian Bach exemplifies the complex dynamics in rock music. Industry veterans like Tracii Guns point to significant financial opportunities that remain unexplored due to personal conflicts.
