By Johnny Firecloud

At a show in Glasgow, Scotland recently, Scott Weiland, Velvet Revolver frontman and junkie douchebag extraordinaire, announced to fans that they were witnessing history.

According to Weiland, concert-goers were "watching something special ... the last tour by Velvet Revolver," as the rest of the band simply looked at one another, jaws on the floor. After only a few songs, Weiland - who recently completed his 519th stint in rehab - threw down his microphone and walked offstage. He later returned for a half-assed version of Guns N' Roses hit "It's So Easy," before leaving the stage for good.

A public blog-feud later ensued between Weiland and VR/G'N'R drummer Matt Sorum, who questioned the smack-loving skeletal singer's appreciation for the life of a rock star. "[We] had a little band turmoil on stage, as you probably all could tell," he wrote. "Being in a band is a lot like being in a relationship. Sometimes, you just don't get along. I guess there has been more turmoil lately, with the cancellations and all. It has been frustrating; I am not going to lie. My career and life in rock and roll has come with its ups and downs. Unfortunately, some people in this business don't realize how great of a life they have. Touring the world, meeting great people, and fans all over the world — and just playing music for a living. I feel truly blessed. But sometimes the road can be draining for some.

"Being away from home and family does grind on you sometimes," Sorum continued. "Personally, I love this shit and sometimes can't believe I am so lucky to still be doing what I do for a living. Everybody could see who was unhappy at the show, but all I can say is let's keep the rock alive, people. In this life, you just pick up and keep moving. And don't ever let anybody stand in your way."

With all the venom of a spurned high school chola with a razorblade in hand, Weiland lashed out in response:

"The state of my family affairs is really none of [Sorum's] business, since he is too immature to have a real relationship, let alone children," Weiland said in a statement issued to Blabbermouth.net. "So don't attempt to stand in a man's shoes when you haven't walked his path. I've made many attempts to remain cordial with the members of VR, but mainly, the likes of you. Funny though — this is your first band, as opposed to being a hired gun. I've been making records (now, on my ninth), which have sold over 35 million copies worldwide and have maintained a level of professionalism regardless of how many drugs I've ingested into my system. I have only cancelled one tour during the entire course of my 16-year run and that was the 'make-up' Australia tour. Now, shall I open that can of worms, Matthew? Release the Kraken? Serve ... volley! You cancelled the Aussie tour in the fall because you went to rehab, but I won't say why." Meow.


Weiland continued, "I will sweat, bruise, and bleed for you, and will continue to do so until the end of this tour. However, you deserve to hear Velvet Revolver playing ... not certain individuals singing along to get a muddied-up sound. It's a shame ... we were a gang. But ego and jealousy can get the better of anyone. I wish the best and plan to annihilate the stage in the last few shows." True to his word, Weiland was onstage with Velvet Revolver Wednesday night in England. There was an understandable lack of between-song banter, however, and Weiland was reportedly distant from his VR bandmates. Ironically, because Weiland was having throat problems that affected his singing, drummer Sorum provided crucial backup vocals during the show.

This no doubt comes as great news for die-hard fans of Guns N' Roses, a vastly superior band with an exponentially more talented singer, and it's only natural for G'N'R reunion rumors to catch fire. But let's not break out the bandanas and spandex shorts just yet. Sure, there's no chemistry in Velvet Revolver, no magic, no special touch, while G'N'R, in their day, indisputably ruled the world. But Axl and Co. show no signs of lowering their swords and making amends after a decade and a half.

Weiland, on the other hand, has other options, and it appears that he's gearing up to explore them. He will reunite with his former bandmates in Stone Temple Pilots this summer for a string of dates, including May's Rock on the Range festival in Ohio, and a possible full U.S. tour in the fall. Weil expressed excitement over the revival of STP, saying, "We did an STP photo shoot before this tour and it was fun, inspiring and it gave me that thrill — that feeling that got my rocks off from the get-go," he said.

VR guitarist Slash seems undaunted by his singer's antics, however, and appears ready to move forward with - or without - Weiland. "Well, let's put it this way," said the six-string wizard, "this is not Velvet Revolver's last tour."