Former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach has confessed to feeling “like a piece of sh*t” due to his inability to reconcile with the band.
In a recent interview with Metal Hammer, Bach reflected on his tenure with the glam metal outfit, expressing regret over the brevity of their collaboration. “For me, after three albums with Skid Row, I felt like I was just getting started,” the singer lamented. “I never imagined it would end so abruptly.”
The split occurred in 1996 amid mounting tensions, culminating in a heated confrontation when Skid Row declined an offer to open for KISS due to scheduling conflicts. Bach’s frustration boiled over, resulting in his dismissal from the band.
Despite past differences, Bach has voiced a desire to reunite with his former bandmates. However, his overtures have not been met with reciprocal enthusiasm. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic about the prospect of a reunion, particularly given Skid Row’s recent vacancy in the singer role.
Skid Row bid farewell to their most recent vocalist, Erik Gronwall, who departed to prioritize his health. While Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale has been tapped to front Skid Row for select dates later this year, a permanent replacement has yet to be announced.
Bach remains hopeful about the possibility of reconciliation, pointing out the shared repertoire between himself and the band. “I can definitely see that happening, considering we perform the same songs,” he observed. However, he also expressed feelings of remorse when receiving substantial royalty checks for albums recorded with musicians he hasn’t seen since 1996. “We owe something to the fans who have made this incredible journey possible,” Bach concluded.