Twisted Sister Reuniting For 50th Anniversary Tour, Without Longtime Bassist Mark Mendoza

On Wednesday (September 10), Twisted Sister announced that they are reuniting for a 50th anniversary tour in 2026, marking their first full tour since the 2016 farewell run. Longtime bassist Mark Mendoza will not participate in the reunion, which will feature core members Dee Snider on vocals, founding guitarist (and longest serving member) Jay Jay French, and longtime lead guitarist Eddie Ojeda, alongside drummer Joe Franco (who was featured on their 1987 album Love Is for Suckers), and bassist Russell Pzütto, who has previously toured with the band and Snider’s solo projects. Despite past firm stances against reunions, the band is embracing the milestone with enthusiasm, celebrating nearly five decades of music and the fans who have supported them along the way. “If you’re lucky enough to be in a band that people still want to see after fifty years(!), how can you not answer the call,” Snider said. “In 2026, Twisted F**king Sister will hit stages around the world because WE STILL WANNA ROCK!!” No official tour dates have been announced as of yet. (Rolling Stone)