Image: Twisted Sister – Official press photo
Twisted Sister, together with French Management Enterprises, have released an official statement announcing that the 50th Anniversary Reunion Tour unfortunately has to be canceled. The reason is serious health limitations affecting singer and rock legend Dee Snider. In addition to his battle with arthritis, the musician is now also facing heart problems, making a full-power performance no longer possible — and that’s the only kind of performance Dee Snider is willing to deliver, in true rock ’n’ roll spirit. How things will continue for the band is set to be decided soon.
On social media, the statement reads as follows:
"With regrets, Twisted Sister Cancels 50th Anniversary Celebration Performances
Due to the sudden and unexpected resignation of Twisted Sister's lead singer Dee Snider brought on by a series of health challenges, the band has been forced to cancel all shows scheduled, beginning April 25th in Sao Paulo Brazil and continuing through the summer. The future of Twisted Sister will be determined in the next several weeks. Stay tuned for updates,
Jay Jay French/Eddie Ojeda
French Management Enterprises"
Dee Snider’s management also writes:
"A lifetime of legendarily aggressive performing has taken its toll on Dee Snider's body and soul. Unbeknownst to the public (until now) Snider (70) suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years just to keep going, able to only perform a few songs at a time in pain.
Adding insult to the injury, Dee has recently found out the level of intensity he has dedicated to his life's work has taken its toll on his heart as well. He can no longer push the boundaries of rock 'n' roll fury like he has done for decades. Says Snider, 'I don't know of any other way to rock. The idea of slowing down is unacceptable to me. I'd rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self.'
In the immortal wos of Dirty Harry, 'A man's got to know his limitations.' Sadly, Dee Snider now knows his."
