Sebastian Bach recently called out fans on Twitter for bringing ‘fake merch’ to sign.
In a repost of an earlier tweet, Bach wrote, “Gotta repost this,” and addressed the issue again. He added, “Also to the ebay dudes who go print some stuff up on their printer and stand around all day with a pleading look on their face, you are wasting your time. Official items only thanks.”
Back in June, he made his stance clear, saying, “At meet and greets, I will sign Official Released Merchandise ONLY. Not things that have nothing to do with me like the history of hair metal or stuff like that. Also, I will sign Skid Row albums with the Original 5 Members ONLY. Will not sign with any replacement members. thanks!”
Fans mostly backed his decision in the comment section. One user wrote, “As it should be!” while another added, “Rightfully so! People should be ashamed of themselves to even ask!!!”
Another commenter showed support by saying, “You are Skid Row brother! They are trash without you, I’m sure they are somewhat entertaining at the state fairs they headline.”
Bach has been vocal about his dislike for replacement members. After Skid Row selected Lzzy Hale for four shows, he unfollowed her. He later explained his feelings in an interview with Screamer Magazine, “Maybe after 9 replacements of me, maybe I don’t want to read about number 10. Maybe it bugs me. Does anybody think about that?”
He continued, “How about me giving the best years of my life to make the brand name Skid Row and then 10 people act like it’s theirs. But it’s not. So, maybe I don’t want to read about it… Everybody have fun with the best years of my life, but I’m still making rock ‘n’ roll that can stand up to the best music I’ve ever made. So, that’s what I am concentrating on.”
Bach’s North American fall tour is still underway, with upcoming performances in Canada. He is set to perform in Victoria on October 9, and his last show in Canada will take place on October 29 in Halifax.
gotta repost this. also to the ebay dudes who go print some stuff up on their printer and stand around all day with a pleading look on their face you are wasting your time. official items only thanks https://t.co/W3FlpkdUwu
— Sebastian Bach™️ (@sebastianbach) October 7, 2024
