John Lydon Decries Sex Pistols Reunion Tour with Frank Carter as 'Karaoke'

John Lydon, the former frontman of the Sex Pistols, has expressed his frustration over the band's decision to tour with Frank Carter as the new lead vocalist, describing the arrangement as akin to 'karaoke'. Lydon stated that he felt 'pissed off' when he learned about the tour, worrying it would undermine the band's legacy. The tour, featuring original members Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock alongside Carter, began with fundraising shows and has expanded into a larger tour scheduled for 2025. Lydon criticized the move as a cash grab and emphasized that he was the creative force behind the band's identity. Tensions have been high between Lydon and the other members, especially following a legal dispute over the use of their music in the biographical series 'Pistol'. He asserted that the essence of the Sex Pistols is being lost in this new endeavor.