Moving Forward Post Lethal

Why is DJ Sk3l3tor present at a Limp Bizkit press conference?

Earlier today, Fred, Wes, and surprisingly DJ Sk3l3tor held a press conference in Russia. They announced an upcoming 16 city Russian tour and discussed DJ Lethal's status in the band. Lethal is out and the door is now closed for his return. Fred has made it clear that he has chosen to move forward without him and has no intention to reconcile.

Which brings up the question of why DJ Sk3l3tor was at the press conference. Is he now Lethal's permanent replacement? It looks that way. He is much more involved in the band than before. He is now taking pictures with LB fans and even signing "DJ SK3L3TOR" on their CDs. Yes, I know, it's ridiculous because he isn't on any of those albums. In addition, DJ Sk3l3tor has been playing a much larger role in the recent live shows. He is no longer confined behind John Otto. He is still in the back but much closer to Lethal's spot on the stage. He is now doing back up vocals as well as adding in his own sound effects on songs like Boiler. Lastly, he is no longer wearing his skeleton mask and as mentioned before, attending Limp Bizkit press conferences.

Perhaps, Fred brought DJ Sk3l3tor along to the press conference as another snide jab against Lethal. The announcement of a Lethal-less Russian tour could also be interpreted as Fred severing his ties to Lethal. Lethal is originally from Russia and for Fred to do a tour in Lee's home country without him, is a new low.

You can watch the full press conference on YouTube below. Skip to 51:30 for the discussion regarding Lethal.