John Lydon criticizes Sex Pistols reunion tour as 'karaoke'

John Lydon, the former frontman of the Sex Pistols, has expressed his outrage over the band's decision to tour without him, labeling the venture as 'karaoke' and a cash grab. In interviews, Lydon criticized his former bandmates—Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock—for trivializing the band's legacy by recruiting Frank Carter as their new vocalist for their upcoming tour. He emphasized that the essence of the Sex Pistols is being lost and claimed that he was the voice that gave the band its identity. Lydon also remarked on the lack of new music from the remaining members, questioning why they haven't written fresh songs after so many years. Despite not attending the shows, he is skeptical about the new lineup's ability to deliver the authenticity of the original band's performances. His comments reflect a deep-seated resentment towards the current direction of the Sex Pistols, which he feels undermines their historical significance in punk rock.