Sebastian Bach Fronts Twisted Sister
Twisted Sister Debuts Sebastian Bach as New Frontman in New Jersey
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The New Jersey show featured two Skid Row songs—'Youth Gone Wild' and 'I Remember You'—with 'I Remember You' also dedicated to Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, and a tribute to Twisted Sister's late drummer AJ Pero.
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For this stop the band performed under the Bent Brother alias, a temporary moniker the group used during the Bach-fronted shows.
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The Bach-fronted leg of Twisted Sister was expanded with a fall tour, listing dates across Alaska, Oregon, Oklahoma, Massachusetts and Ontario, among other locations.
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Fan reactions to Bach’s debut were mixed, with some fans expressing cautious optimism and others arguing Bach doesn’t capture the original sound; a diehard TS fan later praised Bach, while another commenter criticized the performance.
Twisted Sister took the stage with a new voice on August 28 at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey, debuting Sebastian Bach as frontman in place of original vocalist Dee Snider. Chaoszine reported the band performed under the temporary moniker "Bent Brother" for the New Jersey show, delivering a 17-song set that mixed classic hits with two Skid Row tracks. Bach's arrival marks a major reinvention for the legendary hard rock band as Snider steps back due to health concerns.
The performance drew mixed reactions from fans watching fan-filmed footage online. Vice noted that while some listeners expressed cautious optimism about Bach's ability to carry the band's legacy, others criticized whether he fully captured the original Twisted Sister sound. The band has announced Bach will front select fall dates across Alaska, Oregon, Oklahoma, Massachusetts, and Ontario as part of a reworked 50th-anniversary plan.
A Historic Lineup Change for Hard Rock Icons
Dee Snider's departure forced Twisted Sister to make an unexpected move. The PRP reported the band recruited Sebastian Bach, the former Skid Row frontman, to take over vocal duties for selected tour dates. Bach's debut came after Snider decided to step away from touring for health-related reasons, bringing an outsider into one of rock's most storied bands.
The New Jersey show also marked drumming changes. Lambgoat documented that Joey Cassata joined on drums for this run, replacing the role traditionally held by AJ Pero, whom the band honored during the performance. The band dedicated the song "The Price" to Snider, acknowledging the absence of their original voice.
A 17-Song Set Mixing Classics and Skid Row Deep Cuts
The Sayreville performance featured some surprises in the setlist. Beyond Twisted Sister staples, Chatozine noted the band included two Skid Row songs—"Youth Gone Wild" and "I Remember You." The latter track was dedicated to Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, creating unexpected emotional moments during the show.
Two notable Twisted Sister songs returned after long absences: "We're Gonna Make It" and "Ride to Live, Live to Ride." These deep cuts mixed with the band's biggest hits, giving fans a full picture of what the Bach-fronted era might sound like. The 17 songs gave the show a comprehensive feel despite the significant lineup change.
Fans Split on Bach's Fit for the Twisted Sister Legacy
Online reactions showed no clear consensus. Vice reported that some diehard Twisted Sister fans praised Bach's effort, while others argued he doesn't capture the original sound. The mixed response reflects the challenge of replacing an iconic voice after decades of delivering hits.
Despite the divided opinion, the band is moving forward. Rockcelebrities noted that Dee Snider himself has commented positively on the band's new direction, calling it fitting for the group to continue. With a full fall tour now scheduled, Twisted Sister appears committed to making the Bach era work, even as fans remain cautious about this unexpected chapter.
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