"Slash Denies Led Zeppelin Tour Rumour"

[Hand_Of_Omega_91]

From Digitalspy:

Slash has denied rumours that his band Velvet Revolver will be touring with Led Zeppelin later this year.

The guitarist said bandmate Duff McKagan's comments last week about a support slot with the veteran rockers were taken out of context.

He told the BBC: "There's been a huge rumour going around about us opening for them and I think that was something that was taken out of context.

"As far as Zeppelin doing a tour, that remains to be seen. I saw Robert last night and he's got his solo thing going on and as far as Velvet Revolver is concerned, we've got another record to do and we're not even thinking about that."

Led Zeppelin have continually denied that they will play any more dates following their reformation gig at London's O2 arena last year. Singer Robert Plant is rumoured to have turned down £100 million for a final world tour.

So who knows? 'taken out of context' isn't necessarily a full denial.

[Mattmc1973]

Oooo, I hope they tour!

[Zepaholic]

I've yet to hear anybody flat out say "NO" and that is a good sign. Robert, Jimmy, JPJ, Slash or whoever must be sick and tired of the questions and rumors yet none of them has come out and said that we can stop this nonsense because there will not be any more Zeppelin....ever.

Imo, the media needs to give them some space, especially RP. I do not believe that we've seen the last Zeppelin show but we're not going to see the next one for a while yet. And when it does happen, it will not be a full blown world tour. Probably something like the 10 city Pearl Jam tour this summer, or maybe even less. It would not surprise me to see a couple of shows in L.A., a couple more in N.Y. with a finale in London. Then they close the book on this. Of course, the book may already be closed but we just don't know.

It would be nice to see this topic put to bed until September. It really needs the rest.

[SteveAJones]

I've yet to hear anybody flat out say "NO"

It wouldn't make a difference.

[Zepaholic]

It wouldn't make a difference.

In what context? From RP's perspective, you would think that it would make a difference. If he absolutely is done with Zeppelin and would like the million inquiries a day to go away, you would think that he would hold a short presser and announce that he is finished with Zeppelin for good and wishes his bandmates well.

From a fans perspective, it would allow many to get on with their lives instead of waiting for something that may never happen. I personally have no expectations whatsoever so i'm ok with whatever happens, but some others........

[lzfan715]

^They denied the O2 show for a long time, but it still happened.

So if they haven't said yes doesn't mean they aren't saying no.

[Firebird]

It doesn't look like Velvet Revolver will be doing much of anything after their current tour:

http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/genera...vers_split.html

Scott Weiland Explains Velvet Revolver's Split

Velvet Revolver frontman Scott Weiland has released the following statement to Blabbermouth.net:

"Responding to our drummer's [Matt Sorum] rant about why the band is in a state of flux:

"Well, first of all, the state of my family affairs is really none of his business, since he is too immature to have a real relationship, let alone children. So don't attempt to stand in a man's shoes when you haven't walked his path. Secondly, 'keeping rock 'n' roll alive?' I've made many attempts to remain cordial with the members of VR, but mainly, the likes of you. Funny though — this is your FIRST band, as opposed to being a hired gun. I've been making records (now on my ninth), which have sold over 35 million copies worldwide and have maintained a level of professionalism regardless of how many drugs I've ingested into my system. I have only cancelled one tour during the entire course of my 16-year run and that was the 'make-up' Australia tour. Now, shall I open that can of worms, Matthew? Release the Kraken? Serve... Volley! You cancelled the Aussie tour in the fall because you went to rehab, but I won't say why… we'll just let Blabbermouth find out for themselves.

"As for our fans — I will sweat, bruise, and bleed for you. And will continue to do so until the end of this tour. However, you deserve to hear VELVET REVOLVER playing… not certain individuals singing along to get a muddied up sound. God forbid — could one imagine if I grabbed a guitar and started soloing along with Slash? That would never happen because I know my place. It's a shame… we were a gang. But ego and jealousy can get the better of anyone. I wish the best and plan to annihilate the stage in the last few shows.

"On a separate note, we did an STP [sTONE TEMPLE PILOTS] photo shoot before this tour and it was fun, inspiring and it gave me that thrill — that feeling that got my rocks off from the get-go."

According to several fan accounts and online media reports, Scott Weiland stunned fans at last night's (Thursday, March 20) VR concert in Glasgow, Scotland, UK by dropping a huge hint the band's time may be up.

He told the sell-out crowd: "You're watching something special... the last tour by Velvet Revolver."

In an online posting from earlier today, Matt Sorum stated about the Glasgow concert, "So last night was interesting. Had a little band turmoil on stage, as you probably all could tell.

"Being in a band is a lot like being in a relationship. Sometimes you just don't get along. I guess there has been more turmoil lately, I guess, with the cancellations and all. It has been frustrating, I am not going to lie.

"My career and life in rock 'n' roll has come with its ups and downs. Unfortunately, some people in this business don't realize how great of a life they have. Touring the world, meeting great people and fans all over the world. And just playing music for a living. I feel truly blessed. But sometimes the road can be draining for some. Being away from home and family does grind on you sometimes. With all the travelling and different beds. Personally, I love this shit and sometimes can’t believe I am so lucky to still be doing what I do for a living.

"Everybody could see who was unhappy last night, but all I can say is let's keep the rock alive, people!!!! In this life, you just pick up and keep moving. And don't ever let anybody stand in your way."

Weiland, who recently spent time in rehab at an undisclosed location, has struggled with substance abuse problems for more than a decade, although was reportedly clean for nearly four years until a few months ago. Questions about his condition flared in January when he missed a Velvet Revolver performance at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah, claiming transportation problems.

Weiland will reunite with his STONE TEMPLE PILOTS bandmates for the first time this spring/summer for a number of shows, including an appearance at the Rock on the Range festival, to be held May 17-18 at Columbus, Ohio's Columbus Crew Stadium.

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[Zepaholic]

^They denied the O2 show for a long time, but it still happened.

So if they haven't said yes doesn't mean they aren't saying no.

In other words, nobody has a clue what, if anything will happen. We're back to square 1. Again.

[MHD]

Imo, if it wasn't for the Krauss tour, we might have had some news. Naturally, Robert wants to concentrate on that at the moment. I'm not expecting anything (if there is anything!) to be announced until at least the Autumn. Jason's also got committments with Foreigner for most of the year. But let's face it, we will be discussing this until the cows come home

[lzfan715]

That's where we're going to be a for a long time.

[myledzep]

It would be nice to see this topic put to bed until September. It really needs the rest.

Yes, it would be nice to put it to bed until there is some official statement from the band. Otherwise, these rumors are all about nothing............

[SteveAJones]

In what context? From RP's perspective, you would think that it would make a difference. If he absolutely is done with Zeppelin and would like the million inquiries a day to go away, you would think that he would hold a short presser and announce that he is finished with Zeppelin for good and wishes his bandmates well.

From a fans perspective, it would allow many to get on with their lives instead of waiting for something that may never happen.

Again, it wouldn't make a difference. Robert Plant already played his "No Led Anything"

card 25 years ago. When he changed management, fired the original band and brought

Zeppelin songs into his solo performances it opened the door for the monster's return.

Page/Plant (1994-98) was a Led Zeppelin reformation in all but name, the catch being

it was done on Robert's terms and as soon as it wasn't to his liking he bailed. All the

02 did was let the genie out of the bottle....the only difference this time being there

is a lot less sand left in the hourglass.

Edit: Another example is Jimmy just spoke in Japan two months ago. In another thread

someone said the evidence to support a tour looks promising (what evidence?) and that

Jimmy said "wait until September". That's NOT exactly what Jimmy said or meant but hey, in one ear out the other, especially for those sporting media passes.

[SunChild]

^^

Precisely.

I'm just waiting patiently until September. The media is a voracious beast that has to keep content flowing 24/7/365, is pretty much the size of it right now. Meanwhile, Zep (well, Page anyway) are masters at letting them eat cake. Kind of fun to watch.

[Gainsbarre]

Well frankly, I'm not surprised Robert turned down an offer of £100m... They offered ABBA 1 billion to reform and tour, so if Frida said no to that much money, well Robert sure aint gonna go out on the road for cheaper than Frida...

[mos6507]

^^

Precisely.

I'm just waiting patiently until September. The media is a voracious beast that has to keep content flowing 24/7/365, is pretty much the size of it right now. Meanwhile, Zep (well, Page anyway) are masters at letting them eat cake. Kind of fun to watch.

Exactly. The press feels if it ain't happening now, it never will. It's instant gratification BS. I really think that they will definitely have a group meeting in the fall to at least discuss possibilities. Then and only then will we have the final word.

[The Rover]

Specualtion.... is like Masturbation....

It's Only a Temporary Fix..

When the Facts come out, then, you can get your groove back!

[Cactus]

Edit: Another example is Jimmy just spoke in Japan two months ago. In another thread

someone said the evidence to support a tour looks promising (what evidence?) and that

Jimmy said "wait until September". That's NOT exactly what Jimmy said or meant but hey, in one ear out the other, especially for those sporting media passes.

Yes, he said that they would have to wait until September to have a talk. That just means they are waiting to September to have a talk. They are just as likely (or more likely) to have that talk in September and say no. Or they could talk in September and decide to talk about it in January, and so on until they are all dead.

Or they could talk in September and say yes.....

[snapper]

"Weiland will reunite with his STONE TEMPLE PILOTS bandmates for the first time this spring/summer for a number of shows"

Stone Temple Pilots fucking blow Velvet Revolver away. Dean and Robert DeLeo are 'far' better songwriters than Slash and Duff, and Matt Sorum could be replaced by anybody.

Plus, Weilands at his best when he's with STP, no doubt.

Actually, I don't like any of VR's music that I've heard, nothing memorable at all, IMO.

I think Velvet Revolver as well as Audioslave were more business decisions than anything really.

[Cav]

"Weiland will reunite with his STONE TEMPLE PILOTS bandmates for the first time this spring/summer for a number of shows"

Stone Temple Pilots fucking blow Velvet Revolver away. Dean and Robert DeLeo are 'far' better songwriters than Slash and Duff, and Matt Sorum could be replaced by anybody.

Plus, Weilands at his best when he's with STP, no doubt.

Actually, I don't like any of VR's music that I've heard, nothing memorable at all, IMO.

I think Velvet Revolver as well as Audioslave were more business decisions than anything really.

I ony disagree on two points you made

1. Matt Sorum is a fantastic drummer and you need only to look at the Use Your Illusions albums along with the Cult Sonic Temple album to prove this point. Aside from personal opinion that statement of being replaced by anyone might be a bit harsh.

2. In referance to Audioslave being a business decision you may be right but in my opinion that is the best music that any of those members ever made. It may even be some of the best music brought out in the last 15-20 years. It was a really fresh sound that may have been the best business decision they ever made.

Its all big business now with no heart anyway

Regards

Cav

[snapper]

I ony disagree on two points you made

1. Matt Sorum is a fantastic drummer and you need only to look at the Use Your Illusions albums along with the Cult Sonic Temple album to prove this point. Aside from personal opinion that statement of being replaced by anyone might be a bit harsh.

2. In referance to Audioslave being a business decision you may be right but in my opinion that is the best music that any of those members ever made. It may even be some of the best music brought out in the last 15-20 years. It was a really fresh sound that may have been the best business decision they ever made.

Its all big business now with no heart anyway

Regards

Cav

I don't think Audioslave was near as good as either Soundgarden or Rage Against the Machine. Yes, they made some cool music, but Cornell never really seemed comftorable with them, to me.

"It may even be some of the best music brought out in the last 15-20 years."

I couldn't disagree more with this statement, but I respect your opinion.

"Its all big business now with no heart anyway"

Sad, but true.

[Cav]

I don't think Audioslave was near as good as either Soundgarden or Rage Against the Machine. Yes, they made some cool music, but Cornell never really seemed comftorable with them, to me.

"It may even be some of the best music brought out in the last 15-20 years."

I couldn't disagree more with this statement, but I respect your opinion.

"Its all big business now with no heart anyway"

Sad, but true.

I agree with the fact that Cornell never seemed comfortable with the other members of the band, but in my opinion Rage was overated and Soundgarden became to comerical.Hell i think AIC was a better band than soundgarden, Pearljam (Them both combined-Temple of the Dog) and Nirvana. To be honest i think the cross between the two gave them both the sound they were longing to find. In referance to the best music in last 15-20 yrs comment i only say this because there has been nothing that is fresh or new that has come out in that time. In that i mean a band that has a abundance of talent in the department of writting,singing,playing and presence. Its said but there are not may bands around with those qualitys anymore.

Nice talking with ya

Regards

Cav

[snapper]

I agree with the fact that Cornell never seemed comfortable with the other members of the band, but in my opinion Rage was overated and Soundgarden became to comerical.Hell i think AIC was a better band than soundgarden, Pearljam (Them both combined-Temple of the Dog) and Nirvana. To be honest i think the cross between the two gave them both the sound they were longing to find. In referance to the best music in last 15-20 yrs comment i only say this because there has been nothing that is fresh or new that has come out in that time. In that i mean a band that has a abundance of talent in the department of writting,singing,playing and presence. Its said but there are not may bands around with those qualitys anymore.

Nice talking with ya

Regards

Cav

AIC was fucking incredible, but bands like them and Nirvana considered Soundgarden legends before they even signed a record deal. Soundgarden was 'the' band that kicked off the whole Seattle explosion. Maybe their last album or two got too commercial for you, but their body of work is very impressive. This is a very important band.

I agree that RATM was overated, but they rocked, yes it was the same song over and over again, but they had a great energy.

Yes, pickins are slim when it comes to music like we have been discussing, but hopefully some asskicking band will come out of nowhere and just shake things up a bit, kinda like Nirvana did about 15 years ago.

God knows something has to happen.

[Cav]

AIC was fucking incredible, but bands like them and Nirvana considered Soundgarden legends before they even signed a record deal. Soundgarden was 'the' band that kicked off the whole Seattle explosion. Maybe their last album or two got too commercial for you, but their body of work is very impressive. This is a very important band.

I agree that RATM was overated, but they rocked, yes it was the same song over and over again, but they had a great energy.

Yes, pickins are slim when it comes to music like we have been discussing, but hopefully some asskicking band will come out of nowhere and just shake things up a bit, kinda like Nirvana did about 15 years ago.

God knows something has to happen.

I agree something has to happen, and i hope its soon

Regards

Cav

[reids]

How about something new??? .... until another reunion show..

Page, Jones, Bonham and Chris Cornell (doing new material, some Cornell solo things, Zep classics and maybe a Soundgarden thing or two)...

R

[ro_a]

Down on The Upside has zero bad songs. Seems to me they only got better except for Ultra Mega OK, which rivals Down on the Upside as my favorite Soundgarden album. Thank you Soundgarden for your contribution to American Rock and Roll.