Last month, the metal community was shocked by the sudden death of A.J. Pero. Twisted Sister’s future following the passing of their drummer seemed uncertain. Today the band have announced that world renowned drummer Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater, Adrenaline Mob, Winery Dogs) is the replacement for their brother A.J. Pero for all shows this year.

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“As a teenager growing up on Long Island in the late 70’s/early 80’s, Twister Sister were local legends to me. Almost 40 years and 10,000 gigs later, they are still one of the greatest live bands on earth and Dee Snider one of the greatest frontmen in the history of Rock. When their fallen brother A.J. Pero tragically passed away last month, I didn’t hesitate a single moment when asked if I could help out with the remaining shows on their calendar. Not only because I love the band and will always be an S.M.F. at heart… but most importantly, because A.J. was my friend and I want to honor his memory and the band’s legacy. It is my absolute honor to help out my fellow Long Island Rock & Roll Saviors, Twisted Fucking Sister!” said Portnoy.

Additionally, fulfilling all concert obligations that have been made for the remainder of 2015, Twisted Sister want their fans to know all festival dates that they have been advertised as playing will happen.

Twisted Sister in 2016 will formally close the touring chapter of their illustrious and legendary career. The “Forty and Fuck It” farewell shows celebrates the band’s 40th anniversary with the core line-up of Dee Snider (vocals), Jay Jay French (guitar), Eddie Ojeda (guitar), and Mark “The Animal” Mendoza (bass). The tour dates will be announced soon.

List of the summer festivals in Europe:
June 19th – Halden, Norway – Tons Of Rock Festival
June 20th – Horsens, Denmark – State Prison Motorcycle Festival
June 27th – Piestany, Slovakia – Topfest
June 28th – Kavarna, Bulgaria – Kavarna Rock Festival
July 24th – Barcelona, Spain – Rock Fest

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