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IF YOU never got to see Twisted Sister, 2026 shaped as one of your last chances with shows booked for festivals across Europe and South America.
But all of them have been abruptly cancelled, with the New York legends citing an unspecified health issue afflicting singer Dee Snider, 70. Only a September 4 appearance at the Alaska State Fair is still on the books but this seems just a clerical oversight.
In a statement, Twisted Sister said Snider had “resigned” – and while it was initially uncertain if this meant the from the band or just the tour. However, a second statement made it abundantly clear he is done – at least in terms of touring.
“Due to the sudden and unexpected resignation of Twisted Sister’s lead singer Dee Snider brought on by a series of health challenges, the band has been forced to cancel all shows scheduled, beginning April 25th in Sao Paolo Brazil and continuing through the summer,” the band said initially.
“The future of Twisted Sister will be determined in the next several weeks.”
Snider is normally very active on social media but at the time of writing has not commented on his health or the band’s statement.
In the follow-up statement, posted on the band’s website, Twisted Sister elaborated: “A lifetime of legendarily aggressive performing has taken its toll on Dee Snider’s body and soul.
“Unbeknownst to the public (until now) Snider suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years just to keep going, able to only perform a few songs at a time in pain.
“Adding insult to injury, Dee has recently found out the level of intensity he has dedicated to his life’s work has taken its toll on his heart as well.
“He can no longer push the boundaries of rock ‘n’ roll fury like he has done for decades.”
The second statement then quoted Snider as saying: “I don’t know of any other way to rock. The idea of slowing down is unacceptable to me. I’d rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self.”
The band then concluded the release by saying: “In the immortal words of Dirty Harry, ‘A man’s got to know his limitations’. Sadly, Dee Snider now knows his.”
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