Twisted Sister

These legends are still going strong four decades after performing on some of 1986's most popular tours.

He also explains who finally convinced him to back down.

Dee Snider previously had to bow out of the scheduled tour.

On social media, the frontman shared the reasoning and emphasized that he is "enjoying life."

"I'd rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self," Dee Snider said while announcing the news.

Snider's solo bassist and Twisted Sister bass tech Russell Pzutto will take his place.

Dee Snider credits the late Paul Reubens with giving him "the bug" to make movies.

Twisted Sister frontman became exhausted by "the grind."

Twisted Sister frontman had a complicated -- and often combative -- relationship with his father.

Expect to see the band at events in 2024.