Jesus Tapdancin Christ
This is a hell of a shock, to say the least, and also extremely sad news
I think it's perfectly natural for fans to want to talk about this, but at the same time can we keep speculation to a minimum please?
It does little to help when emotions are running high.
Can I also ask that we all post in a mutually respectful manner.
There are several issues being raised on this thread. Patti's termination, weather this thread should even exist, and should we, as fans, feel entitled to any explanation from Meat or Patti as to what has happened.
Obviously people are going to have very different views on each of these subjects, but please post your opinion (and respond to the opinions of others) without resorting to any demeaning comments.
We don't know the reasons and circumstances behind Patti's departure, at what level it was suggested and decided, when it decided, and how much Patti was made aware of what was going on through prior correspondence.
That said, I would personally find it incredible if Meat himself would not be involved in decisions governing his own band
Until such time any explanation is offered answering some of the above questions, i'm not about to vilify Meat or condemn Patti.
To Patti - I (and 1000's like me) love you very much.
You've been a big part of our journey for the last 20 years, and it's very, very sad to see your time with the band come to a close
Your onstage performance is overshadowed only by your gracious offstage manner when meeting fans.
Don't worry too much though. You're quite a talented lass
, and i'm sure you won't be out of work for too long.
Our loss is some other lucky b@stards gain.
It's a sad day to be a Meat fan
To Meat - (without sarcasm or irony) I'm sorry to see you lose one of the biggest assets you have.
I'm sure you know yourself how valued Patti is in the hearts of your fans, and how much she brings to the table with her performance.
It can't be easy to see her gone.
To the new blood - Welcome to the party, ladies
Patti is a pretty hard act to follow, and I wish you both the best of luck in making the roles your own.
You'll be overanalysed, criticized, and Wario will make wild and improbable statements about what you'll be performing, but we only do it because we care
