I can't believe the people defending Scott in this. He's a druggie and a dumbass. He's going to F up this tour and that is really going to piss me off. How can anyone discount O&A like Scott's track record isn't 100% consistent with their story? It's really sad that Scott is 40 years old and pulling the stuff he pulled in the 90s. I feel bad for the Deleo's, I really do. They're married to Scott Weiland and they just can't generate income without him. He is part of their legacy, and there's nothing they can do besides put up with his constant bullshit. Sure, they acquired fame and hits in large part thanks to Scott -- but the dude can't pull it together. Ugh, Scott is so frustrating. He's making it really hard for me to love him right now, REALLY HARD. He'll always be my favorite, but it is so discouraging to hear this stuff. This isn't the reunion tour I had in mind where STP comes back and kicks everyone's ass. Instead, they're holding on for dear life and I've got anxiety every day about how this band is going to manage to make it through this tour.
Just to make it clear... I'm damn well not defending Scott on anything of this and I'm certainly not a naive person. Also, I'm not saying what O&A are saying isn't 100% true and it definitely jibs with the shit surrounding that show, however, I also have learned not to get my information from "Shock Jock" radio personalities. Thats all I'm saying on that end.
As far as Scott and his issues... it's just sad. I have tickets to a show in August and I'm not getting my hopes up that that show will actually occur or that if it does that it will go down as one of my favorites ever. I know that when we pay good money we have expectations but sometimes we all have to have a little understanding... understanding for the situation and understanding for what you are paying for before hand. I knew before I bought my tickets that Scott had/has issues and that it might not hold together.. but I paid my money hoping for the best.
Heroin as most all of us should be aware is NASTY, NASTY, NASTY shit and has taken some great artists from us in the past. No one who gets hooked on it is ever clear of that battle... Scott especially considering his life situation and medical issues. Again, I'm not defending him especially if he is still using, not clean, or doing shit he shouldn't be doing but some of ya'll calling him selfish are being quite selfish or childish yourselves.... think about the dude's situation. That addiction is hell on earth... it's a wonder he's able to be out there as it is with his medical issues; add addictions to that and well...
I do question the management or others who may be overlooking the situation considering his condition. I hope that the band members aren't willing to look past a condition that may be deteriorating just for money too..
I'm willing to see how things go for a little while longer before throwing in the towel but I can admit that some of these signs aren't promising at the moment. Let's hope and for those of us who pray, do so for the well being of the guy and the band, tour and fans.
