Jackamo! Posted October 25, 2006 Share Posted October 25, 2006 ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA BASSIST JASON NEWSTED SUFFERS SHOULDER INJURY IN ACCIDENT: As they gear up for the November 21st release of their highly anticipated Epic debut and the New Year's Eve launch of their much-buzzed-about national tour, ROCK STAR SUPERNOVA have suffered a major setback with the loss of all-star bassist Jason Newsted.The former Metallica member is scheduled for immediate surgery to repair a torn anterior labrum in his left shoulder and a rotator cuff and bicep tear in the right. Newsted suffered the injuries while trying to catch a 90-lb bass head that had fallen from atop his amp. The surgery will be followed by a lengthy rehab assignment that could leave him sidelined for up to nine months."I'm freaking out," Says Newsted, "My heart was set on finally getting on the road with these guys, but my main focus now is to build myself back to 100%. The stage is set for the band, I wish them the best of luck."The band - rounded out by vocalist Lukas Rossi, drummer Tommy Lee and guitarist Gilby Clarke - is currently searching for a suitable replacement to handle touring duties while Newsted recovers."When we started this project, I was handed a list of names--guys who could potentially anchor our rhythm section," says Lee. "I responded by crumpling up the paper and asking, 'Where's Newsted?' Jason was always the right guy for this band and we'll miss having him with us as we kick off our album and tour, but we know he'll be back as soon as he can pick up and play. As for who will handle bass duties until then, we've got a few monster guys in mind, any one of which can hit the ground running. Stay tuned." VISIT TOMMYLEE.TV FOR UPDATES ON THIS (It's from Lukas' myspace)That sucks. Nothing is going well for (Rock Star) Supernova. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JONEZY Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 Michael Anthony (Van Halen) is available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass71player Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 Michael Anthony (Van Halen) is available. man, eddie's such a dick... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zint Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 I can just see Michael Anthony going..."Rockstar Supernova?...uh...thanks...but...no". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JONEZY Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 I can just see Michael Anthony going..."Rockstar Supernova?...uh...thanks...but...no".True. But a few years ago, I never thought Tommy Lee/Gilby Clark or Jason Newstead would be in a reality show. Same with Ted Nugent/Sebastian Bach...etc Money talks, I guess.I wish money would talk to me, I would definitely listen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moreblack Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 What does this mean for Voivod also?anyways, just get Robert Trujillo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santana Posted October 26, 2006 Share Posted October 26, 2006 You should've just let it fall Jason, you know damn well you've got more than enough money to replace or repair it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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