"Dee Snider has quit Twisted Sister ahead of the band's 50th-anniversary tour, a decision he says was fueled by health issues and not wanting to perform at a level he isn't proud of for fans. "I don't know of any other way to rock," he said in a statement. "The idea of slowing down is unacceptable to me. I'd rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self.""
"Snider, who is 70 years old, suffers from degenerative arthritis and underwent several surgeries in recent years - as a result he's only been able to perform "a few songs at a time in pain" at concerts. "Adding insult to injury, he has recently found out the level of intensity he has dedicated to his life's work has taken its toll on his heart as well," Twisted Sister's statement read."
Dee Snider, 70, quit Twisted Sister ahead of the band's planned 50th-anniversary tour due to degenerative arthritis and recent surgeries that limited his ability to perform. He reported being able to play only "a few songs at a time in pain" and said slowing down was unacceptable, preferring to walk away rather than be a shadow of his former self. Twisted Sister's statement noted that intense years of performing have taken a toll on his heart and that he can no longer push the same rock-and-roll fury. The band's future is unsettled and the anniversary tour has been canceled. Keith Richards similarly declined an extended stadium tour due to the rigors of prolonged touring at advanced age.
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