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Tim Commerford, bass player for Rage Against the Machine, remains noncommittal about the band's future, stating that he's the "low man on the totem pole" and waits for direction. He also discusses his prostate cancer diagnosis, ongoing vigilance, and musical projects outside of RATM.
Tim Commerford, former bassist of Rage Against the Machine, has shifted his focus to his politically charged rock trio 7D7D, releasing singles and planning a tour. Living off the grid in California, he's battled prostate cancer and is now in good health. While the future of Rage Against the Machine remains uncertain, Commerford remains open to a potential reunion, but is currently dedicated to 7D7D and their upcoming tour.
Rage Against The Machine protested against Limp Bizkit winning a Best Rock Video award at the MTV VMAs in 2000 by climbing a 15-foot statue on stage. The protest was fueled by a longstanding dislike for Limp Bizkit, with guitarist Tom Morello expressing distaste for nu metal after the violent events at Woodstock '99. Limp Bizkit has shown reverence towards Rage, but bassist Tim Commerford has publicly apologized for inspiring their music. Despite their differing opinions, both bands continue to tour, but a reconciliation seems unlikely.
Rage Against The Machine protested against Limp Bizkit at the MTV VMAs in 2000 after losing the Best Rock Video award to them. Bassist Tim Commerford climbed a 15-foot statue in protest, leading to his arrest. The rivalry between the two bands stemmed from a dislike for each other's music and a negative experience at Woodstock '99. While Limp Bizkit has shown reverence towards Rage, the latter has not reciprocated, with Commerford even apologizing for inspiring Limp Bizkit's music. Despite Limp Bizkit's continued touring and Rage's recent return from hiatus, it is unlikely that the two bands will reconcile.
Willie Nelson, Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Missy Elliott, Sheryl Crow, George Michael, and the Spinners are among the seven music figures announced as inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The 13 honorees will be celebrated in an induction ceremony and concert to take place on November 3 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The selection of three women among the seven 2023 inductees may help further assuage concerns that the hall has been too slow in electing female artists.
Tom Morello, guitarist of Rage Against the Machine, spoke about the band's uncertain future following the cancellation of their 2023 tour due to Zack de la Rocha's injury. Morello remained non-committal about a Rage return, stating that the band will announce it collectively if there are more shows. He also welcomed the band's fifth nomination for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Morello had also torn his Achilles tendon before de la Rocha, who subsequently suffered the same injury.
Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine talks about the band's postponed tour due to Zack De La Rocha's injury and Tim Commerford's battle with prostate cancer. Morello also addresses misconceptions about the band's vaccination requirements and ticket prices, stating that every penny over $125 went to charities in the cities they played. He also campaigns for the band's induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. As for future touring plans, Morello says there is no news and that the band doesn't operate like any other band.
Tom Morello reflects on Rage Against the Machine's truncated tour, COVID-19 precautions, and use of Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing. He also avoids speculating on the band's future and their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination. Morello says every penny collected over $125 for tickets went to charity and that the band raised over $6 million on their tour. He is currently preparing for upcoming dates with his band the Freedom Fighters Orchestra.
In a recent interview, Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello suggested that the future of the band is uncertain, and that there’s a chance the shows may never be rescheduled after singer Zack de la Rocha’s torn achilles tendon caused the cancellation of their remaining 2022 and 2023 tour dates. Morello stated that if there are to be any more shows, the band will announce it, but right now they are in a time of healing.
Tom Morello clarified that no fans at any Rage Against the Machine show have ever had a vaccination requirement to be in the room. He also defended the band's ticket pricing, stating that every penny over $125 went to charities in those cities. Morello discussed the band's uncertain future in the interview.
Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine spoke to Rolling Stone about the band's cancelled 2022 tour, their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nomination, and his own solo projects. He remained evasive about the band's future plans, stating that any news would come from a collective statement from the band. Morello also clarified misinformation about the tour's ticket prices and vaccination requirements, and praised the power and relevance of the band's music.