Singer Erik Grönwall says he “loved” being in Skid Row in new interview with Finland’s Chaoszine. Grönwall was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in March 2021 and he announced his departure from Skid Row in March 2024 to prioritize his health.
The Swedish-born musician says, “Leaving the band was one of the toughest career decisions I ever had to make. I loved being in that band. It didn't hurt waking up being the lead singer of Skid Row. But I would still be in the band if that was an option.
"I left to respect the person who went through the leukemia; I mean, the person at the hospital." I promised myself that I would always put my health first. And when I felt like I couldn't do that being in the band, I just had to make that decision.
"I loved my time in the band. I had so much fun with the guys. We clicked right away, and I will always look back at that time with a smile, for sure. And I would have loved to stay in the band. But given the circumstances, we just couldn't find common ground in terms of how much we should tour."
Live In London, Skid Row's first official live album and concert film in a 35+ year career, is now available on heavyweight 2LP gatefold, CD + DVD, digital download and all streaming services via earMUSIC.
"Youth Gone Wild" is the latest video from the full program, and captures the rapture of a sold out 02 Forum Kentish Town London gone wild for the Skids and the culmination of a dream years in the making.
"As teens, we dreamt of playing places like the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ and CBGB in New York City... our dreams became bigger with London, England at the forefront. We fantasized one day to headline a show in the very city where so many of our favorite bands came from," the band says.
Following the release of their critically acclaimed, hugely fan-embraced 2022 album The Gang's All Here, the band took the 02 stage on October 22 and delivered a Skid Row set for the ages. Running through their multi-platinum career, the packed venue could barely contain the band's and the fans’ energy on "18 And Life," "Monkey Business," "I Remember You" and so many other peak Skid Row moments.
Live In London is a defining live rock album... a band playing at the top of their game in front of a crowd that expected no less. Both Skid Row and the 02 public went far beyond expectations...and now the world can share in that moment.
Order/save the album now on Vinyl, CD, and all digital formats, here
"Slave To The Grind" (Live In London) video:
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