SKID ROW Bassist RACHEL BOLAN Looks Back On Subhuman Race Album - "I Didn't Like The Way The Songs Turned Out From What They Originally Were" (Video)
October 24, 2023, a year ago
Skid Row bassist Rachel Bolan recently guested on The Jeremy White Show, where he discussed the difference in recording the band's latest album, The Gang's All Here, versus what it was like back in the '80s. He also looked back on their decision to work with Canadian producer Bob Rock on the Subhuman Race album and their overall experience, the infighting within the band, and if Rachel sees an end to Skid Row.
On the Subhuman Race album, released in March 1995:
"I can't say personally, when I walked away from that record, I felt good about it. I know that record is kinda like a cult classic at this point (laughs). Some people really like it. I didn't like it sonically, I didn't like the way the songs turned out from what they originally were. I'm all about changing some stuff if it betters the song but I didn't feel good about it. Bob (Rock / producer) has his process and it works for him and Metallica. I've gotta be honest, I didn't know what Bob wanted."
Back in September, Skid Row announced a necessary adjustment to their upcoming tour schedule for October 2023.
Due to utmost concern for the health and well-being of one of their own, Skid Row's lead vocalist, Erik Grönwall, the band made the decision to move the third leg of their highly anticipated US and Canada tour, originally scheduled for October 2023, to March 2024.
“I want to apologize to all the fans, promoters, Buckcherry and the Skid Row team and to my band mates. Due to the stem cell transplantation I did on August 12, 2021 my immune system is still partially impaired, which can result in longer time before clearance of infections and also impaired fitness during infections. It will get better with time and all I can do until then is roll with the punches and ensure I have a better balance in terms of touring.” - Erik Grönwall
The new tour dates will now take place in March 2024, the fourth leg of The Gang’s All Here Tour in December with Buckcherry is still scheduled as planned.
"Both Skid Row and Buckcherry deeply value the support of their fans, promoters and everyone involved in the shows, and understand that this change may inconvenience some people. To those who have purchased tickets, we kindly ask for your patience as all tickets will be honored for the rescheduled dates. Refunds will be available for those who cannot attend the rescheduled shows. Thanks for your understanding and continued loyalty. You are truly the best!" - Snake, Rachel, Scotti, Rob, Erik
"We in Buckcherry send all our support and best wishes to Erik for a speedy recovery and can't wait to get the gang back together for the December run." - Josh, Stevie, Kelly, Francis, Billy
Rescheduled Dates:
February
28 – Eugene, OR - McDonald Theatre
March
1 – Suquamish, WA - Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort
2 – Arlington, WA - Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort
3 – Coquitlam, BC - Hard Rock Casino Vancouver
5 – Vancouver, BC - Commodore Ballroom
7 – Enoch, AB - The Venue at River Cree Resort and Casino
8 - Dawson Creek, BC - Ovintiv Events Centre
9 – Calgary, AB - Grey Eagle Casino
12 – Lethbridge, AB - ENMAX Centre
13 – Saskatoon, SK - TCU Place
15 - Moose Jaw, SK - Moose Jaw Events Centre
16 – Cold Lake, AB - Reid Fieldhouse *
17 – Brandon, MB - Westoba Place
18 – Winnipeg, MB - Burton Cummings Theatre
20 - Thunder Bay, ON - Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
22 - Green Bay, WI - Epic Event Center
23 - Sault Ste. Marie, MI - Kewadin Casino
24 – Rochester, MI - The Roxy *
* Buckcherry only
To view Skid Row's tour schedule, visit this location. Buckcherry's tour schedule can be found here.