After launching a campaign to find a new singer and receiving thousands of audition videos from candidates, Skid Row chose Broadway star Justin Sargent. The singer made his debut in “Rock of Ages” in 2011 and also starred in other productions, including “Bonnie & Clyde” and “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark”. The announcement comes with the release of a cover of The Who’s “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, showcasing Sargent’s vocal power. Skid Row also announced 14 new tour dates for 2027, starting next March in the United States.
Bassist Rachel Bolan talked about the vocalist, saying: “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.”
Justin Sargent also talked about joining the band: “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!”
Hear Skid Row’s version for “Won’t Get Fooled Again” with new singer
Next tour dates
March
- 5 – Agua Caliente Casino Resort & Spa – Rancho Mirage, California
- 20 – Silver Creek Event Center – New Buffalo, Michigan
April
- 3 – Island Event Center – Welch, Minnesota
- 9 – Foxwoods Resort Casino – Ledyard, Connecticut
- 10 – Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa – Atlantic City, New Jersey
- 16 – Hard Rock Live Sacramento – Wheatland, California
- 17 – Silver Legacy Resort Casino – Reno, Nevada
- 18 – Little Creek Casino Resort – Shelton, Washington
- 23 – Downstream Casino Resort – Quapaw, Oklahoma
- 24 – Choctaw Casino & Resort – Grant, Oklahoma
May
- 9 – Welcome to Rockville 2027 – Daytona Beach, Florida
- 14 – Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2027 – Columbus, Ohio
- 29 – Fallsview Casino Resort – Niagara Falls, Canada