Earlier in May, Jason Bonham ruled out a return to Sammy Hagar’s band in an update about his Led Zeppelin tribute project on Instagram.
Bonham unexpectedly left Hagar’s band due to his mother’s health issues. Kenny Aronoff took his place, and Bonham confirmed his focus on Led Zeppelin tribute performances.
Speculation had suggested a possible return to Hagar’s lineup. However, Bonham’s commitment to his Led Zeppelin tribute shows signals his continued focus on personal musical projects.
Mike Portnoy, former Dream Theater drummer, sparked new revelations with his recent social media post on Instagram.
His post drew attention to the recent wave of high-profile drummer changes in various rock bands. Jason Bonham responded with an unexpected comment that contradicts previous statements about his departure from Sammy Hagar’s band.
Jason Bonham responded with a simple comment beneath Portnoy’s post: ‘I lost my Sammy gig too.’ This statement contradicts earlier reports that suggested he voluntarily stepped away from Hagar’s band to spend time with family.
Bonham’s current tour celebrates the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s iconic album ‘Physical Graffiti.’ The 21-city U.S. tour launched on May 3rd, 2025, marking a new direction in his performances.
This tour represents his first dedication of an entire show to a single Led Zeppelin album. The choice demonstrates his commitment to preserving his father’s musical legacy. The tour will continue through May 31st, 2025.
