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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Motley Crue's Vince Neil sparks health concerns with stiff performance
Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil sparked health concerns from fans with his stiff solo performance with a backing band at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY on August 3. The 64-year-old glam metal rocker was singing his 1987 hit Girls, Girls, Girls with a faraway expression in his eyes, which continuously darted down to read the lyrics off a teleprompter. 'Great to be back on stage rocking out the last three nights with my brothers Stephen Pearcy "Ratt" and @bretmichaelsofficial!' Vince - who boasts 2.2M social media followers - wrote on August 4. 'Thanks to all the fans that made it out. I hope to see you in Vegas this fall!' However, concertgoer Tara Adams uploaded the now viral footage to Instagram where user @70brand commented: 'He even looks like he doesn't want to be there.' Instagram user @b_r_i_a_n_7_6 scoffed: 'He's making Corey Feldman look good.' 'My god,' Instagram user @ marveled. 'He's reading the words from the stage.' 'This is sad, out of being concerned for Vince. No need to kick somebody when they're down. This is not good,' YouTube user @shawnstarks1743 wrote. YouTube user @jasonscott5101 commented: 'Damn! This band needs a singer.' 'Jesus Christ, Ozzy sounded better than this two weeks before he died,' YouTube user @thefilmlodge blasted. 'This is embarrassing.' Ironically, Mötley Crüe was unable to attend the late Ozzy Osbourne's final concert in England on July 5 because as bassist Nikki Sixx tweeted on July 10: 'We have been having health issues within the band…' Neil (last name Wharton) performed for the first time in nearly a year on August 1 at MGM Music Hall in Boston where he thanked fans for their patience. 'I had a medical thing that happened to me, and they said I wouldn't be back on stage again,' the three-time Grammy nominee revealed onstage. 'I said, "[expletive] that, man!" And I'm back and I'm with you guys tonight. And I'm really proud to be here, man. Thank you so much.' Vince took another blow last May when he ended his nearly 15-year relationship with girlfriend Rain Hannah 'because one of his assistants alleged she was cheating on him' - according to TMZ . Mötley Crüe kick off their postponed 10-date Las Vegas residency on September 12 at Dolby Live at Park MGM after having to reschedule due to Neil's recovery. The band's current lineup also includes bassist Nikki Sixx, drummer Tommy Lee, and guitarist John 5 - who replaced founding member Mick Mars in 2022. The 74-year-old bass player - who retired due to ongoing health issues - is now suing his bandmates for unpaid royalties. Mötley Crüe - which averages 11.5M monthly listeners on Spotify - was founded in 1981, and they've sold over 100M records worldwide including nine Top 10 albums on the US Billboard 200 chart. The Dogs of War singer went solo from 1992-1997 and released three studio albums.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rock legend sparks health concerns from fans who claim 'Ozzy Osbourne sounded better' days before death
Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil sparked health concerns from fans with his stiff solo performance with a backing band at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY on August 3. The 64-year-old glam metal rocker was singing his 1987 hit Girls, Girls, Girls with a faraway expression in his eyes, which continuously darted down to read the lyrics off a teleprompter. 'Great to be back on stage rocking out the last three nights with my brothers Stephen Pearcy "Ratt" and @bretmichaelsofficial!' Vince - who boasts 2.2M social media followers - wrote on August 4. 'Thanks to all the fans that made it out. I hope to see you in Vegas this fall!' However, concertgoer Tara Adams uploaded the now viral footage to Instagram where user @70brand commented: 'He even looks like he doesn't want to be there.' Instagram user @b_r_i_a_n_7_6 scoffed: 'He's making Corey Feldman look good.' Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil sparked health concerns from fans with his stiff solo performance with a backing band at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY on August 3 'My god,' Instagram user @ marveled. 'He's reading the words from the stage.' Even L.A. Guns guitarist Tracii Guns agreed: 'My heart breaks for him on so many levels.' YouTube channel NY Gig Trippers uploaded the entire 38-minute concert, and user @kerryhudson53 commented: 'I believe the guy had a stroke. Seriously. That was his health concern. 'His mouth moves different; he can barely hang on to the mic stand.' 'Vince is not well. Heard it could have been a stroke possibly,' YouTube user @SouthsideGreek wrote. 'I know his singing hasn't been great over the years, but this isn't about his singing anymore. He needs to rest and get healthy for the long term. Sad to see him like this.' YouTube user @patrickr.452 commented: 'Wow... his timing and pitch are not even in the ballpark. Very sad.' 'This is sad, out of being concerned for Vince. No need to kick somebody when they're down. This is not good,' YouTube user @shawnstarks1743 wrote. The 64-year-old glam metal rocker was singing his 1987 hit Girls, Girls, Girls with a faraway expression in his eyes, which continuously darted down to read the lyrics off a teleprompter 'Vince is not well. Heard it could have been a stroke possibly,' YouTube user @SouthsideGreek wrote. 'I know his singing hasn't been great over the years, but this isn't about his singing anymore. He needs to rest and get healthy for the long term. Sad to see him like this.' 'Jesus Christ, Ozzy sounded better than this two weeks before he died,' YouTube user @thefilmlodge blasted. 'This is embarrassing' YouTube user @jasonscott5101 commented: 'Damn! This band needs a singer.' 'Jesus Christ, Ozzy sounded better than this two weeks before he died,' YouTube user @thefilmlodge blasted. 'This is embarrassing.' Ironically, Mötley Crüe was unable to attend the late Ozzy Osbourne's final concert in England on July 5 because as bassist Nikki Sixx tweeted on July 10: 'We have been having health issues within the band…' Neil (last name Wharton) performed for the first time in nearly a year on August 1 at MGM Music Hall in Boston where he thanked fans for their patience. 'I had a medical thing that happened to me, and they said I wouldn't be back on stage again,' the three-time Grammy nominee revealed onstage. 'I said, "F*** that, man!" And I'm back and I'm with you guys tonight. And I'm really proud to be here, man. Thank you so much.' Vince took another blow last May when he ended his nearly 15-year relationship with girlfriend Rain Hannah 'because one of his assistants alleged she was cheating on him' - according to TMZ. Ironically, Mötley Crüe was unable to attend the late Ozzy Osbourne's final concert in England on July 5 because as bassist Nikki Sixx tweeted on July 10: 'We have been having health issues within the band…' Mötley Crüe kick off their postponed 10-date Las Vegas residency on September 12 at Dolby Live at Park MGM after having to reschedule due to Neil's recovery. The band's current lineup also includes bassist Nikki Sixx, drummer Tommy Lee, and guitarist John 5 - who replaced founding member Mick Mars in 2022. The 74-year-old bass player - who retired due to ongoing health issues - is now suing his bandmates for unpaid royalties. Mötley Crüe - which averages 11.5M monthly listeners on Spotify - was founded in 1981, and they've sold over 100M records worldwide including nine Top 10 albums on the US Billboard 200 chart. The Dogs of War singer went solo from 1992-1997 and released three studio albums.
Perth Now
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Junkyard singer David Roach dead at 59 after aggressive skin cancer battle
David Roach, the singer of '80s rock band Junkyard, has died aged 59. The musician battled aggressive squamous cell carcinoma - a type of skin cancer that begins in the squamous cells - with a fundraiser launched to help pay for his medical bills. News of his passing was announced by the band on Instagram on Sunday (03.08.25). They said: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Roach. After a courageous battle with cancer, David passed away peacefully last night at home, in the loving arms of his wife. 'He was a gifted artist, performer, songwriter, and singer—but above all, a devoted father, husband, and brother. Our thoughts are with the entire Roach family and everyone who loved him.' The GoFundMe fundraiser has so far raised $36,048 of its $50,000 target. It noted how Roach required "around the clock care and supervision". According to reports, Roach had married his partner Jennifer - who had to quit her job to become his full-time care giver - just weeks before his death. In a post on July 21, Jennifer thanked fans for their support and admitted the past month had been "a nightmare rollercoaster ride, with many ups and downs and differing opinions from various medical teams." The post continued: "David is in good spirits, keeping his humor alive, and currently enjoying time spent with his close family. Tomorrow, his brothers/bandmates will be joining the party to bring even more love and happiness! We're optimistic about coming home from the hospital within the next few days and we are definitely not giving up on this fight!! We'll keep you updated as we gather more information and the medical teams come together as one. Thank you so much for your love and support!" His bandmate Chris Gates shared a moving tribute, writing: 'I loved him like a little brother. We had our ups and downs, but that never changed. My condolences to his brother and sisters, v and to ask the people who lived him or were touched by his/or songs. I'll miss playing music with him, but he'll always be an important part of me. (sic)" Known for his gravelly voice and gritty stage presence, Roach led Junkyard through the highs and lows of a turbulent career. Formed in 1987, Junkyard brought together members of influential punk outfits including Minor Threat, Big Boys and Dag Nasty. Signed to Geffen Records in 1988, they released their self-titled debut the following year, featuring breakout tracks like Hollywood and Simple Man, both of which became MTV staples and fan favourites. They swiftly became favourites of the Sunset Strip scene in Los Angeles in the late 1980s, alongside the likes of Mötley Crüe, Guns N' Roses, Poison and Ratt. Their 1991 follow-up, Sixes, Sevens and Nines, featured songwriting contributions from Steve Earle and showcased a more polished, roots-driven direction. But just a year later, the band was dropped by Geffen, and disbanded soon after. A third album — recorded but unreleased — later surfaced in 1998 under the titles XXX and The Joker. Junkyard reunited in 2000, releasing a series of live and studio projects including 2003's Tried and True and 2017's comeback album High Water. Their most recent release was the single Lifer in 2021. They toured with Lynyrd Skynyrd and were regulars on MTV's Headbanger's Ball.
