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Official Press Release
Skid Row Announce New Lead Singer Justin Sargent & tour dates
A new chapter begins for SKID ROW. After more than two years away from the stage and an extensive global search, legendary hard rock band SKID ROW have officially announced JUSTIN SARGENT as the new lead singer, ushering in an exciting new era as the band celebrates its 40th anniversary. And in a fitting twist of fate, after searching around the world, Skid Row found their new voice right where it all began in their home state of New Jersey.
Sargent first caught the attention of the band last year. His powerful vocals, commanding stage presence, and natural connection to the music immediately stood out. What followed were months of conversations, rehearsals, and time spent together, ultimately confirming that the band had found not just a new singer, but a brother-in-arms.
"Honestly, for me, it felt like he had been here from the beginning as soon as he walked in the room. He was one of us. A lifer. Then he sang with so much power and conviction, it blew me away. It was amazing." — Rachel Bolan
"We were so fortunate to receive so many audition submissions from singers wanting to front the band. We wanna thank everyone for their time and effort. There are some truly amazing singers out there! But I think that the moment Justin walked in the door we all kind of knew he was the guy. Everything about him; his voice, his attitude, his demeanor, it all just fit. We can't wait to hit the ground running and get back to doing what we love to do." — Snake Sabo
"I've been singing Skid Row songs for years, but never imagined I'd actually be joining the band! It's an incredible honor to be part of something with such a legendary history. The chemistry and energy we’ve found together over the past several months has been amazing. I have tremendous respect for the band’s legacy, but I’m even more excited about what lies ahead. I can’t wait to get out there, connect with the fans, and give them everything I've got. Let's go!" — Justin Sargent
The announcement follows an extensive worldwide search that attracted overwhelming interest from singers across the globe. Earlier this year, Skid Row partnered with leading music retailer Sweetwater to further extend the search and engage the global music community.
The band extends its thanks to everyone who submitted performances and supported the journey. The response from musicians and fans around the world was nothing short of extraordinary.
A NEW VOICE. A NEW CHAPTER. THE SAME UNCOMPROMISING ROCK 'N' ROLL SPIRIT.
To celebrate the announcement, SKID ROW have unleashed a powerful new recording of the classic THE WHO anthem "Won't Get Fooled Again," accompanied by an electrifying new music video.
"Won't Get Fooled Again" will also be released as a limited, hand-signed 7" single. Pre-orders start today. The single is strictly limited to 500 copies worldwide.
SKID ROW RETURNS TO THE STAGE
With a new frontman, new music, and raw energy, SKID ROW are ready to bring its exciting live show back to audiences around the world. The band has announced its first concert dates featuring Sargent, with additional performances coming soon.
SKID ROW LIVE 2027:
March 5th 2027
Rancho Mirage, CA - The Show at Agua Caliente
March 20th 2027
New Buffalo, MI - Four Winds Casino
April 2nd 2027
Kansas City, MO - VooDoo Lounge at Harrah’s
April 3rd 2027
Welch, MN - Island Event Center
April 9th 2027
Mashantucket, CT - Foxwoods
April 10th 2027
Atlantic City, NJ - Borgata
April 16th 2027
Wheatland, CA - Hard Rock Live
April 17th 2027
Reno, NV - Silver Legacy Casino
April 18th 2027
Shelton, WA - Little Creek Casino
April 23rd 2027
Quapaw, OK - Downstream Casino
April 24th 2027
Grant, OK - Choctaw Casino
May 9th 2027
Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome to Rockville
May 14th 2027
Columbus, OH - Sonic Temple
May 29th 2027
Niagara Falls, ON - OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
September 25th 2027
French Lick, IN - French Lick Resort
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NEW GTA 6 DETAILS REVEALED:
- Leonida opens up early, allowing players to freely explore north without progressing the story
- The map is roughly TWICE the size of GTA 5's
- Nearly as much landmass as GTA 4, GTA 5 and RDR2 combined
- Around 10x more interiors than previous games
- Rockstar created roughly 600,000 NPC animations
- NPCs have unique personalities affecting their aggression, behavior and reactions
- Staring at someone too long can provoke them. One NPC even unleashed his dog on Jason
- Jason can smoke cigarettes from his inventory
- Jason stole a shotgun from an unattended police car during Edge's gameplay session
- Coffee boosts stamina, while protein shakes improve health
- Days and nights last significantly longer, including extended sunsets
- Roads and highways are narrower and more realistic than GTA 5
- Clouds move independently, affected by wind, humidity, fog and seasons
- Storms can form in the distance, with rain gradually moving across the map
- Roads and buildings become wet and dry at different rates after rainfall
- Wind affects waves, boats and aircraft. Severe storms can even damage planes and helicopters
- NPCs seek shelter during bad weather
- Carrying a shotgun openly can alarm NPCs, even without aiming at them
- NPCs react differently depending on whether a weapon is held or carried on your back
- A new Criminal Profile system ranks your actions from Professional to Irredeemable
- Players can intimidate or incapacitate enemies instead of killing them
- Your Criminal Profile affects how the story unfolds
- Jason and Lucia have a 4-level relationship system, with players influencing their closeness
- Spending time together through walks, cycling, gym visits and driving strengthens their relationship
- Rockstar declined to confirm whether Jason and Lucia can get married
- Police track your appearance, clothing, weapons, CCTV footage and whether you had a partner
- Changing clothes, dropping weapons or splitting up can help evade police
- Some drivers surrender during carjackings, while others fight back with weapons
- Expensive vehicles can contain GPS trackers that reveal your location to police
- Police use spike strips and K9 units that can physically pin you down
- During getaways, you can let your partner drive while you shoot at pursuing vehicles
- NPCs can fight back during robberies, including bystanders attempting to stop you
- Random drivers can challenge you to spontaneous street races
- Fully functioning bus and train systems with scheduled routes
- The Scooter Bros app delivers your personal vehicle within seconds for a fee
- Your entire weapon arsenal is stored in your car's trunk
- Every vehicle has a fuel gauge and engine health indicator
- Vehicles can travel long distances before needing to refuel
- Some story missions require earning money before progressing
- Players can rob stores, jewellery shops or steal cars to earn money
- The WAINK app lists vehicles wanted by criminal buyers, including their security and tracking features
- Stolen vehicles must be delivered to buyers, with payouts affected by their condition
- Rockstar originally created a smell reaction for one scene, then expanded it into a system where different locations trigger varying levels of disgust
- During the demo, Jason entered a filthy house and began grimacing and recoiling without any scripted scene
- Aaron Garbut says he still discovers new locations despite spending YEARS exploring the game
- GTA 6's early research began in Miami in 2015, led by Rob Nelson
- Rockstar says GTA 6 is now ready for release
[Via Edge / GamesRadar]
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Matthew Stafford is the first quarterback in NFL history to lead two different franchises in passing touchdowns.
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NFL Hall of Famer RB and current Southern University Head Football Coach Marshall Faulk publicly revealed his Parkinson's disease diagnosis, emphasizing how early detection and mordern treatment have allowed him to maintain a hig quality of life
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The #Rams are signing veteran kicker Brandon McManus, per me and @MikeGarafolo, the latest in Los Angeles’ kicker saga. He worked out today, along with FA K Matt Prater.
McManus most recently kicked for the #Packers and #Broncos.
