Andytrendy
08-02-2005, 13:25
Steve "Zetro " Souza lascia gli Exodus dopo anni di militanza nella band, queste sono le sue dichiarazioni :
"Now came the touring, and juggling a family, a full-time job, and EXODUS… It was never easy on me. In fact, while being on tour, I loved playing live on stage to our great fans around the world. But that was only a small part of being on the road, for it's a long day, every day out there. Too much time in between shows to think about my family back home. I have three wonderful kids and a great wife, which were miles away from me. And I still had many social and financial worries, with way too much time to think about everything while away from home during the downtime in between shows on the road.
"I am the sole provider for my family, before ever stepping back in full-time to the band. But I still had to work full-time at my job to support my family. And not to mention taking care of my family and the obligations of being a father.
"My family will always come first. And after my family, my job which pays all the bills was second on my list. And unfortunately my music had to become number three.
"Now understand that 15 years ago, when I had no family, EXODUS was my job, it was number one in my life. A lot has changed in my life since then, and rejoining, and now… And now I must say that these three things have run its course... I'm sorry, but I can only do the first two.
"With regards to the South American tour dates, and Mexico City date… I am very sorry I could not do these dates. Shows were getting cancelled up to the last minute. It reached a point where it was not financially feasible for me to attempt to do this trip. Four of the nine dates that I knew about got cancelled. And other shows I was uncertain about. Even though [this was the case], we were attempting to still do this tour anyway. So it was either stay home and work my regular job, which guarantees my families security, or do the tour dates and most likely come home with considerably less money than staying home and working. That was a lot of pressure for me to handle, and I had to make the right decision for my family and myself.
"I would like to sincerely apologize to the fans of Brazil and to Mexico City. I really wanted to fulfill my commitment. I love our fans down there with all my heart. But since so many shows were turning out not to happen, I just could not afford to do it. I am very sorry that the fans were disappointed, but so was I… very much so.
"With regards to EXODUS, I have nothing but good things to say about EXODUS. Gary, Rick, and Tom are, and remain, lifelong friends of mine. The comments that I heard about second-hand I know were from anger, being hurt, and deep disappointment. And I really understand that, and totally forgive them 100%. I'm sure they will go on, because Gary Holt is the greatest musician I have ever played with. And he needs to continue with EXODUS, because he is EXODUS. I wish them great success! But unfortunately at this time in my life, with much regret, it can't be with me. But who knows what can happen in the future...
"To all my fans who wanted this to go on, I am really sorry to all of you the most. I really tried hard. Hanging out with you, before, during, and after the shows all around the world was the reason I continued to do it. EXODUS will always be EXODUS. I want all of you to still support the band. And who knows I may see you again in the future...
"Sincerely to all,
Steve 'Zetro' Souza"
queste invece sono quelle di Gary Holt, notate qualche differenza nei toni ? :D
Holt writes, "Okay people, the word has leaked, so I'm here to give you a brief rundown. Let me give you an idea of what we've had to deal with as far as that fat motherfuckin' shit brick is concerned. He pulled out of going to Mexico City only about twenty-four hours before were ready to leave, saying, 'I'm not getting on the plane, you'll see me on Thursday to go to South America.' He lied to our manager, saying that he had talked to me already about this, which was a total lie. He then ducked every fuckin' phone call and just hid out. The promoter had already paid a non-refundable 8 thousand dollars for the room and it would have been a disaster to have canceled. None of this mattered to that miserable piece of shit. The only thing he cares about is himself and money.
"If only you could have heard some of the shit that has come out of his fat pie hole over the last couple of years. Things like, 'Why does Jack [Gibson] get the same money as me, who the hell is he anyway?' 'We should hire a bodyguard for South America,' 'If the fans want more than 12 songs out of me they should pay more money, they are getting their money's worth already!,' 'Why is Gary in the front of this promo picture, I should be in the front, that's copyright infringement!', (true! he said that!). There is soooo much more shit you wouldn't believe it. This [b]motherfucker sat backstage and cried at Provinssirock fest in Finland like a pussy. Waaaaaah! Now you can keep your fat fuckin' ass at home and go off your Atkins diet (like it's working, lard ass!) and blow up as much as you'd like!
"If he had been a man and finished his commitments and said that it's too hard and he can't do it anymore I'd have shaken his hand and wished him well, but not now. He is the enemy. I hate him more than I've ever hated anyone on this planet. He is human crap. Fuck him.
"Some people wonder what will happen now. Well this band will continue. As for tight unity! The show in Mexico was the most liberating moment in my career, not have to listen to him bitch and complain once! And you know what? The crowd did not care. But I am not quitting. This is MY band (the thing that he hated most), I write the songs and I've got some crushing new shit written already. So fuck that pussy.
"Zetro is dead, love live EXODUS!"
In a separate posting, Holt elaborates on the cirumstances that led to Zetro's dismissal from the group. "It's like this," he writes. "Who in their right mind would put up with this kind of bullshit? Yes, he did a killer job on the new album, but mainly because we did not allow him to fuck everything up with his stupid Bon Scott impersonations anymore. We made him sing more like [previous vocalist Paul] Baloff. I tried to make it work. More than you can imagine. But he was (is) the most miserable pile of crap to be around.
"I ended the band in '93 because I could not stand the motherfucker. I vowed I'd never be in a band with him again. This time it seemed he had changed. For a while. In 2002 when we returned from Europe he called our booking agent and had him send the remaiming deposits to he and he promptly stole the rest of our money. He was paid more than anyone for our U.S. tour. These shows would have paid him, us, and helped get us caught up to him but since his ass wasn't getting all the money he bailed on us, thinking he would take his ball and go home, ending the game. Well I've got some news motherfucker. Gary Holt does not go down that easily!
"Any fan who questions firing him has to ask themselves this one question. Would YOU put up with this from you own (supposed) friends, family, or for that matter, any one! Fuck no you wouldn't! So should I pack this band up for good and start a new band? That's kind of like letting him win, now isn't it!
"But as for Zetro, he does think he could always go solo. (I've heard him say it myself!) Well best of luck to F-BOMB! You're gonna need it fat-ass!"
Difficile in questi casi capire chi ha ragione.
"Now came the touring, and juggling a family, a full-time job, and EXODUS… It was never easy on me. In fact, while being on tour, I loved playing live on stage to our great fans around the world. But that was only a small part of being on the road, for it's a long day, every day out there. Too much time in between shows to think about my family back home. I have three wonderful kids and a great wife, which were miles away from me. And I still had many social and financial worries, with way too much time to think about everything while away from home during the downtime in between shows on the road.
"I am the sole provider for my family, before ever stepping back in full-time to the band. But I still had to work full-time at my job to support my family. And not to mention taking care of my family and the obligations of being a father.
"My family will always come first. And after my family, my job which pays all the bills was second on my list. And unfortunately my music had to become number three.
"Now understand that 15 years ago, when I had no family, EXODUS was my job, it was number one in my life. A lot has changed in my life since then, and rejoining, and now… And now I must say that these three things have run its course... I'm sorry, but I can only do the first two.
"With regards to the South American tour dates, and Mexico City date… I am very sorry I could not do these dates. Shows were getting cancelled up to the last minute. It reached a point where it was not financially feasible for me to attempt to do this trip. Four of the nine dates that I knew about got cancelled. And other shows I was uncertain about. Even though [this was the case], we were attempting to still do this tour anyway. So it was either stay home and work my regular job, which guarantees my families security, or do the tour dates and most likely come home with considerably less money than staying home and working. That was a lot of pressure for me to handle, and I had to make the right decision for my family and myself.
"I would like to sincerely apologize to the fans of Brazil and to Mexico City. I really wanted to fulfill my commitment. I love our fans down there with all my heart. But since so many shows were turning out not to happen, I just could not afford to do it. I am very sorry that the fans were disappointed, but so was I… very much so.
"With regards to EXODUS, I have nothing but good things to say about EXODUS. Gary, Rick, and Tom are, and remain, lifelong friends of mine. The comments that I heard about second-hand I know were from anger, being hurt, and deep disappointment. And I really understand that, and totally forgive them 100%. I'm sure they will go on, because Gary Holt is the greatest musician I have ever played with. And he needs to continue with EXODUS, because he is EXODUS. I wish them great success! But unfortunately at this time in my life, with much regret, it can't be with me. But who knows what can happen in the future...
"To all my fans who wanted this to go on, I am really sorry to all of you the most. I really tried hard. Hanging out with you, before, during, and after the shows all around the world was the reason I continued to do it. EXODUS will always be EXODUS. I want all of you to still support the band. And who knows I may see you again in the future...
"Sincerely to all,
Steve 'Zetro' Souza"
queste invece sono quelle di Gary Holt, notate qualche differenza nei toni ? :D
Holt writes, "Okay people, the word has leaked, so I'm here to give you a brief rundown. Let me give you an idea of what we've had to deal with as far as that fat motherfuckin' shit brick is concerned. He pulled out of going to Mexico City only about twenty-four hours before were ready to leave, saying, 'I'm not getting on the plane, you'll see me on Thursday to go to South America.' He lied to our manager, saying that he had talked to me already about this, which was a total lie. He then ducked every fuckin' phone call and just hid out. The promoter had already paid a non-refundable 8 thousand dollars for the room and it would have been a disaster to have canceled. None of this mattered to that miserable piece of shit. The only thing he cares about is himself and money.
"If only you could have heard some of the shit that has come out of his fat pie hole over the last couple of years. Things like, 'Why does Jack [Gibson] get the same money as me, who the hell is he anyway?' 'We should hire a bodyguard for South America,' 'If the fans want more than 12 songs out of me they should pay more money, they are getting their money's worth already!,' 'Why is Gary in the front of this promo picture, I should be in the front, that's copyright infringement!', (true! he said that!). There is soooo much more shit you wouldn't believe it. This [b]motherfucker sat backstage and cried at Provinssirock fest in Finland like a pussy. Waaaaaah! Now you can keep your fat fuckin' ass at home and go off your Atkins diet (like it's working, lard ass!) and blow up as much as you'd like!
"If he had been a man and finished his commitments and said that it's too hard and he can't do it anymore I'd have shaken his hand and wished him well, but not now. He is the enemy. I hate him more than I've ever hated anyone on this planet. He is human crap. Fuck him.
"Some people wonder what will happen now. Well this band will continue. As for tight unity! The show in Mexico was the most liberating moment in my career, not have to listen to him bitch and complain once! And you know what? The crowd did not care. But I am not quitting. This is MY band (the thing that he hated most), I write the songs and I've got some crushing new shit written already. So fuck that pussy.
"Zetro is dead, love live EXODUS!"
In a separate posting, Holt elaborates on the cirumstances that led to Zetro's dismissal from the group. "It's like this," he writes. "Who in their right mind would put up with this kind of bullshit? Yes, he did a killer job on the new album, but mainly because we did not allow him to fuck everything up with his stupid Bon Scott impersonations anymore. We made him sing more like [previous vocalist Paul] Baloff. I tried to make it work. More than you can imagine. But he was (is) the most miserable pile of crap to be around.
"I ended the band in '93 because I could not stand the motherfucker. I vowed I'd never be in a band with him again. This time it seemed he had changed. For a while. In 2002 when we returned from Europe he called our booking agent and had him send the remaiming deposits to he and he promptly stole the rest of our money. He was paid more than anyone for our U.S. tour. These shows would have paid him, us, and helped get us caught up to him but since his ass wasn't getting all the money he bailed on us, thinking he would take his ball and go home, ending the game. Well I've got some news motherfucker. Gary Holt does not go down that easily!
"Any fan who questions firing him has to ask themselves this one question. Would YOU put up with this from you own (supposed) friends, family, or for that matter, any one! Fuck no you wouldn't! So should I pack this band up for good and start a new band? That's kind of like letting him win, now isn't it!
"But as for Zetro, he does think he could always go solo. (I've heard him say it myself!) Well best of luck to F-BOMB! You're gonna need it fat-ass!"
Difficile in questi casi capire chi ha ragione.