Skid Row Names Justin Sargent Its New Lead Singer

Skid Row has named Justin Sargent its new lead singer, unveiling the appointment on October 29 alongside a cover of The Who’s “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and a slate of 2027 concert dates. Sargent, a Broadway performer whose credits include “Rock of Ages,” “Bonnie & Clyde” and “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark,” joins the New Jersey hard rock band after months of conversations and rehearsals. Skid Row said its search included audition submissions from singers, and that Sargent first caught its attention last year. The band’s announcement was accompanied by a music video for the cover. Reports said the track was available or its video had been released on October 29, while the band and some coverage described a streaming release or limited-edition single for October 30. The song was produced by Nick Raskulinecz, who also worked on Skid Row’s 2022 album “The Gang’s All Here.” The band said the signed seven-inch edition would be limited to 500 copies worldwide. Sargent said he had sung Skid Row songs for years and had not expected to join the group. He said he was excited about the band’s future and wanted to connect with its fans. Bassist Rachel Bolan and guitarist Dave “Snake” Sabo...