Velvet Revolver Breakup Via Bitchy Blog Posts
How modern of them. But seriously, our hearts go out to fans of mediocre music, as it looks like the mighty Velvet Revolver are close to handing in their ammo, could very well be done shooting their rock 'n' roll blanks, etc. See, there was on-stage drama this past Thursday in Glasgow, and then Weiland told the crowd, "You're watching something special ... the last tour by Velvet Revolver." On Friday, drummer Matt Sorum posted a response at his site, via Blackberry:
So last night was interesting. Had a little band turmoil on stage as you probably all could tell. Being in a band is a lot like being in a relationship. Sometimes you just don't get along. I guess there has been more turmoil lately I guess with the cancellations and all.
It has been frustrating I am not going to lie. My career and life in Rock n Roll has come with its ups and downs. Unfortunatly some people in this business don't realize how great of a life they have. Touring the world, meeting great people and fans all over the world. And just playing music for a living. I feel truly blessed. But sometimes the road can be draining for some, being away from home and family does grind on you sometimes. With all the traveling and different beds. Personally I Love this Shit and sometimes can't believe I am so lucky to still be doing what I do for a living.
Everybody could see who was unhappy lastnight but all I can say is Let's keep the Rock alive people!!!! In this life u just pick up and keep moving. And don't ever let anybody stand in your way.
If the band breaks up, at least we learned not to let anyone stand in our way. On Friday, Weiland responded.
Via Blabbermouth:
Well, first of all, the state of my family affairs is really none of his business, since he is too immature to have a real relationship, let alone children. So don't attempt to stand in a man's shoes when you haven't walked his path. Secondly, 'keeping rock 'n' roll alive?' I've made many attempts to remain cordial with the members of VR, but mainly, the likes of you. Funny though -- this is your first band, as opposed to being a hired gun. I've been making records (now on my ninth), which have sold over 35 million copies worldwide and have maintained a level of professionalism regardless of how many drugs I've ingested into my system. I have only canceled one tour during the entire course of my 16-year run and that was the 'make-up' Australia tour. Now, shall I open that can of worms, Matthew? Release the Kraken? Serve ... Volley! You canceled the Aussie tour in the fall because you went to rehab, but I won't say why ... we'll just let Blabbermouth find out for themselves.
As for our fans -- I will sweat, bruise, and bleed for you. And will continue to do so until the end of this tour. However, you deserve to hear Velvet Revolver playing ... not certain individuals singing along to get a muddied up sound. God forbid -- could one imagine if I grabbed a guitar and started soloing along with Slash? That would never happen because I know my place. It's a shame ... we were a gang. But ego and jealousy can get the better of anyone. I wish the best and plan to annihilate the stage in the last few shows.
On a separate note, we did an STP photo shoot before this tour and it was fun, inspiring and it gave me that thrill -- that feeling that got my rocks off from the get-go.
Awkward. They still have some shows to play! Scott doesn't come off to well -- dissing the guy for not having kids, selling less records, going to rehab less times than he has, etc. But cool that he's so psyched about STP. We might actually go see one of those STP shows this summer. (The dates are posted here.) If VR breakup, does this mean we're one step closer to an actual Guns 'N Roses reunion? No, it does not.
Posted at 12:41 PM
Tags: Guns 'N Roses | Scott Weiland | Stone Temple Pilots | Velvet Revolver
Wow, how old are these guys again?
I've read IM's in highschool that displayed more intelligence and maturity...
It's "too well" though, not "to well."
Just keeping you honest, Stereogum.
Best,
Posted by: derek at March 24, 2008 3:10 PM | ReplyDerek
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Raise your hand if you give a shit about these guys.
Didn't think so.
Posted by: Pedro at March 24, 2008 3:19 PM | ReplyScore = 0
wow, talk about airing dirty laundry for everyone to see. what a bunch of teenage girls. never cared about them before, and now i care about them even less...if that's even technically possible.
Posted by: air at March 24, 2008 3:19 PM | ReplyScore = 0
Three things that will always get you when you're in a band: money, relationships or the road. One of them will break you. I agree even I have my down moments, stirring a turd like this on the internet is simply not the thing to do....
Posted by: Kara at March 24, 2008 3:55 PM | ReplyScore = 0
if the band breaks up Ian Brown should totally take this opportunity to remedy his past mistake and invite Slash to join Stone Roses. This would be TRULY the ultimate super group.
Posted by: Milky at March 24, 2008 4:16 PM | ReplyScore = -1
Wow... it must be un-fucking-bearable to be in a band with Scott Weiland.
Posted by: Chuy at March 24, 2008 4:20 PM | ReplyScore = 0
That last comment made me laugh. Slash is a rock legend, and Ian Brown is not fit to lace his boots. It's a completely different style of music. Fool.......
Posted by: Pete at March 24, 2008 4:24 PM | ReplyScore = 1
STEREOGUM CONTINUES TO LOSE STEAM VIA IRRELEVANT BLOG POSTS
Posted by: anony at March 24, 2008 7:58 PM | ReplyScore = -4
Isn't "I've only had to cancel one tour" sort of an boast on the same level as "I've only had to kill one hooker"?
Posted by: Notoriously Unreliable at March 24, 2008 8:08 PM | ReplyScore = 2
My MySpace is pinker than yours.
Posted by: Dale Cruse at March 24, 2008 9:28 PM | ReplyScore = -2
matt sorum has been a major-league d*ckhead since this thing started. honestly, i have nothing but sympathy for scott weiland.
Posted by: TG at March 24, 2008 10:25 PM | ReplyScore = -1
Isn't it weird how he capitalize "this Shit" as if it were a proper noun? Like it's a respectable name for this rock n roll world as he calls it.
Posted by: Morgan at March 24, 2008 10:26 PM | ReplyScore = 2
I'm the farthest thing from a Velvet Revolver fan, or even a fan of its members, but I have to say that Weiland's response was certainly ass-kicking. Definitely has the advantage, there.
Posted by: The Other Matthew at March 25, 2008 1:14 AM | ReplyScore = 0
Velvet Revolver is missing something STP & GnR had in droves, good songs! Same problem Audioslve had. Neither band will be missed.
Posted by: jjazznola at March 25, 2008 1:58 AM | ReplyScore = 0
your IQ automatically decreases by 60 when you join a hard rock band.
Posted by: Stephen at March 25, 2008 8:06 AM | ReplyScore = -1
Velvet Revolver's break-up is proving far more energetic than their watered down music. Just give us what we want Slash and Duff (GNR Reunion) and no one gets hurt.
Posted by: Wayne at March 25, 2008 5:02 PM | ReplyScore = 0