SEBASTIAN BACH RESPONDS TO TED NUGENT’S COMMENTS
Sebastian Bach has responded to guitarist Ted Nugent, after Nugent called the former Skid Row frontman “weak” because of his problems with alcohol.
The singer recently revealed he was sober after 25 years, but Nugent was still highly critical of the frontman’s lifestyle.
Nugent said, “Sebastian Bach is a great guy. I love the guy and he’s incredibly gifted and a gentleman for the most part – but he’s weak. He doesn’t understand the concept of the body as a sacred temple. He doesn’t understand accountability and he doesn’t understand how his indulgences and his poisons ruin his life, his marriage and his musical capabilities.”
In response, Bach tweeted, “Being a racist is f–king weak.”
Nugent previously called US President Barack Obama a “subhuman mongrel” and had a gig pulled after a promoter said they didn’t want their “casino to be used as a venue for racist attitudes and views.”
In 2012, Bach told Metal-Rules.com, “Ted’s political beliefs and social opinions overshadow how great a guitar player he is – a lot of people are disgusted by him. People don’t like racism, but he says some things that are straight from the 50s.”
Bach has lined-up four shows in the US, starting on September 26th in Arizona to support his latest album Give ‘Em Hell.
Sebastian Bach tour dates:
September 26th Tempe, AZ
September 27 Tucson, AZ AVA Amphitheater
December 18th Chicago, Illinois Cubby Bear
December 20th Diesel Concert Lounge Chesterfield, MI
For more information on these shows and where to purchase tickets, visit facebook.com/sebastianbach.
additional source: classicrockmagazine.com
Bachs “weakness” is his ego not his drinking.
Here we go again. Welcome to Eddie Trunk.com, your place for politics? Way to go Bach, you just had to keep this sh*t going right, you just can’t take a little bit of constructive criticism like a man, no, you just had to bring up old sh*t in response to the sad, but truth. Whatever.
Ohhhhhh you’re right. He should just remain silent…….Are you kidding? He has every right to respond that piece of —-, Ted Nugent.
Ohhhhhh you’re right. Read my post again, never said he has to be quiet or shouldn’t respond to Nugent’s comments, but respond like a mature adult, not like someone who just got their feelings hurt by the truth. Ted was right about Bach, I’ve seen Sebastian myself drunk, and have seen him sober, Jeckyl & Hyde. Nugent wasn’t trying to hurt Sebastian with his comments, all you have to do is read them again, the WHOLE story.
So by your logic, he should have said something like, “I appreciate Mr Nugent’s criticism and I will take it to heart. I will spend some time in the future to self-reflect and make myself a better man. Thank you, Mr. Nugent” What world do you live in? These rock stars are NOT your children, so stop judging them like they are. Nugent, was out of line, as usual. You can’t preface a negative statement with something positive, then expect the positive to negate the negative. That’s like saying, “With all due respect, I think you’re an a-hole.” Try saying that to your boss. See where that gets you.
Tim, you’re missing my point. Calling someone a “racist” is a lot more harsh than saying someone is weak to the bottle, (lack of will-power) to stop drinking so much, that’s all Ted was saying. I’m really so sick & tired of this bullsh*t, rappers say racist/controversial things all the time, and never get labeled, Ted says 1 thing, 1 comment and it’s the end of the F’N world! Here we go with the double standard B.S. again. BTW, just for the record, once again, I don’t agree with Ted on most of his views/opinions, but I’ve been a fan of his music since ’75, and always will be. But I have said myself numerous times, I just wish he would let the music speak for itself and let somebody else speak for him!
You’re missing the point, Tim. Ted wasn’t out of line in this instance of pointing out Sebastian’s self abuse problems. The point is Sebastian turned around and called him a racist–that was below the belt. Any other response would have been fine. That’s like you going to your boss and saying “should you be drinking on the job?” Then he turns around and says “Oh yeah? Well I heard you’re a racist!” It’s ridiculous. By the way, in my heart of hearts, I do not believe Ted is racist, just a bit extreme and uncompromising in his views.
Btw, YES you CAN preface a positive with a negative! Ever heard the expression “10 positives for every complaint?” Google it!! As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.
Mike B., hey buddy, before I ask you about Airbourne, I have to know if you saw my comments to you on the Zeppelin & Crue page, regarding The Stones, Zeppelin & of course, The Crue!
Okay, back to Airbourne, curious to know if you picked up their CD’s yet and what you think of them, later buddy. 🙂
Hey Doug,
Yes I did. I responded to you a few minutes ago on those posts. I checked out a bit of Airbourne on iTunes and they sound really good. I haven’t bought anything from them yet, but we’ll see. My first impression: yep, sounds like AC/DC! LOL, but they sound really good! I’ve been listening to Aerosmith for the last week so that’s where my heart is for the moment. Just Aerosmith all week–this week too. As soon as I get over Aerosmith, I will probably explore some new stuff (such as Airbourne), but I am also excited about the new Slash album with Myles. I preordered it on Amazon. Oh, and the only exception to listening to Aerosmith has been Ace’s Space Invader–been listening to THAT on my iPhone and Aerosmith during my hour long commute to work in the car.
Hey Mike, you’re preaching to the choir when it comes to Aerosmith! I Just seen them on Sunday in Atlantic City, and they were as awesome as always! My favorite band of all time is a 4-way tie, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Van Halen, and 70’s/80’s Kiss, sorry Mike, I know you like the current version, but I think you know my feelings on current Kiss. Anyway, if you do pick up the Airbourne CD’s, trust me, you won’t regret it! No Guts. No Glory. (second album) very good, but it’s their first (Runnin’ Wild) and the last album, the third (Black Dog Barking) that’s F’N great! AC/DC’s understudy, loud & proud! I’m really hoping when AC/DC tours here in the states early next year, that they bring their protégé – Airbourne with them, double thunder from down under! Take care buddy. 🙂
If he’s been clean and sober for 25 years then I need to look up the definition of Sober. Cause’ that Supergroup he was involved with Nugent, Seinfeld and Jason Bonham back in 06, ‘he was drinking red wine like a mad dog. Interesting banter from two nut bars, albeit pretty great at rock n’ roll but, nut jobs just the same.
It’s just two gorillas throwing Bananas at eachother.
I think Gene Simmons and Uncle Ted better be careful calling people “weak” who have substance problems, because I’m pretty sure that if (god forbid) one of their kids show “Weakness” at some point, they’ll be singing a whole different tune.
isn’t Bach the same guy who wore the “Aids kills Fags Dead” t-shirt back in the late 80’s?!?! Both of these guys can go to hell!
That was Axl Rose.
I can see where you could confuse the two singers:
Both raspy-voiced blonde haired egomaniacs that fucked up their original bands.
Rehab is for quitters!
No, it was Bach. However, he apologized it for it a few days after the gaffe.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/18/kurt-loder-sebastian-bach-_n_3298963.html
Dana 🙂
Bach wore that shirt also,Rob Halford called him out on that and he apologized.
Bach also wore a shirt in the late 80’s/early 90’s that said “Silly faggot dicks are for chicks”, and it was printed in Metal Edge magazine. Nugent may be a big mouth, but the man is straight up and I admire him for that.
Well said !