Rock and metal fans love a good debate, and this one has kicked the hornetās nest all over again.
Former Twisted Sister guitarist Jay Jay French believes that if the legendary glam metal outfit were ever to perform again, Sebastian Bach would be the natural choice to take over vocal dutiesāand he says itās the fans who need to embrace the idea.
šø A New Voice for a Legendary Band?
Twisted Sister officially called it a day following their farewell tour after the death of drummer A.J. Pero in 2015. Since then, speculation has never really disappeared about whether the band could ever return in some form.
According to French, Sebastian Bach possesses the power, personality and classic metal credentials to front the band if the opportunity ever arose.
Rather than focusing on replacing the irreplaceable Dee Snider, French argues that fans should see it as a celebration of the music rather than an attempt to rewrite history.
š„ Sebastian Bach Is No Stranger to Big Shoes
Best known as the unmistakable voice of Skid Row, Sebastian Bach has spent decades proving heās one of hard rockās greatest frontmen.
His soaring vocals, larger-than-life stage presence and love of classic heavy metal have made him a fan favourite worldwide. Whether performing Skid Row classics or his own solo material, Bach has never been shy about wearing his influences proudly.
For many fans, the thought of hearing him belt out Twisted Sister anthems like:
- šµ Weāre Not Gonna Take It
- šµ I Wanna Rock
- šµ The Price
- šµ Burn In Hell
is certainly an intriguing prospect.
š¤ But What About Dee Snider?
Of course, Dee Snider remains one of the most iconic frontmen in rock history.
His unmistakable voice, charisma and rebellious attitude helped turn Twisted Sister into one of the defining bands of the 1980s.
For many fans, nobody could ever truly replace himāand thatās exactly why the conversation is proving so divisive online.
French isnāt suggesting anyone could become the ānewā Dee Snider. Instead, his view appears to be that great songs deserve to be performed, even if another respected vocalist is behind the microphone.
š¤ The Internet Has Opinionsā¦
As youād expect, social media hasnāt exactly stayed quiet.
Some fans are fully behind the idea, arguing Sebastian Bach has the vocal range and theatrical energy to do the songs justice.
Others feel Twisted Sister simply shouldnāt continue without Dee Snider, believing the bandās identity is inseparable from its original frontman.
Itās the kind of debate rock fans absolutely love:
Should legendary bands retire with their original members, or is there room for new singers to keep the music alive?
š¤ The Riff Report Verdict
This is one of those stories guaranteed to split the rock community right down the middle.
Nobody is ever going to replace Dee Sniderāthat much is undeniable. But Sebastian Bach has spent his career proving heās one of the finest voices in hard rock, and if anyone has the pipes to tackle Twisted Sisterās back catalogue, heās certainly near the top of the list.
Whether it ever happens is another question entirely, but one thingās for sureāif Bach ever walked on stage to scream āWeāre Not Gonna Take It!ā, the internet might just explode. š„
šø What Do You Think?
Would you welcome Sebastian Bach as the voice of Twisted Sister, or should the band remain part of rock history without a new singer?
Let us know in the comments, butt! š¤š„
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene specialāfrom legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether heās battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, heās always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When heās not writing or interviewing artists, youāll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than musicātheyāre about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. Thatās exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. š¤
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