Ronnie Radke, the outspoken frontman of Falling In Reverse, is once again at the center of a public controversy, this time involving the multi-platinum rock band Godsmack. Known for his unapologetic attitude and a history of clashes with other artists, including Spiritbox, Chris Motionless, and Sebastian Bach, Radke took to social media on March 24th to level accusations against the veteran group.
Radke claims that Godsmack has allegedly replicated his stage entrance routine. According to his posts, Godsmack’s recent performances feature a backstage walk filmed in real time and projected onto large screens before they take the stage. This is an effect that Radke insists he pioneered in his own performances.
In a video shared online, Radke directly addressed the situation, accusing Godsmack of “copying his homework.” He also added a sarcastic remark, saying, “Hold my lower back sun tattoo real quick.” This latest accusation adds Godsmack to a growing list of artists with whom Radke has publicly feuded.
At this juncture, it remains unclear whether Godsmack will issue a response to Radke’s claims. Regardless of their potential reaction, this controversy has once again placed the Falling In Reverse frontman firmly in the spotlight and fueled discussions within the rock music community.
This past March, An Australian city mayor faced criticism after spending time with Radke.
Matthew Garwood, the mayor of Launceston, Tasmania, posted about the encounter on social media this past Sunday, March 16th: “Maybe one of the most controversial characters in my generation of the hard rock music scene”
“Through Escape The Fate and now Falling in Reverse – Ronnie Radke!”
“Through changes and empathising genera and personal challenges – was awesome to spend sometime together and talk all things Tassie and personal growth and learning. Always a mic drop moment when I get to play the ‘Mayor card’. Haters keep coming strong but strength is in believing in yourself, the support around you and the resilience to carry on.”
Radke‘s criminal past and controversial online presence have sparked mixed reactions to Garwood’s meeting with him, drawing both support and criticism, including from members of the Launceston City Council. Councillor Lindi McMahon commented on Garwood’s post (via ABC): “I stand in solidarity of all the women who have suffered at the hands of violence whose voices are continually silenced while men like Ronnie Radke are given hero status.”
“I’m sure the women of Launceston who attended the launch of the 16 days of activism [against gendered violence] would be questioning the sincerity of the words spoken by our mayor on that day.”
He also publicly criticized Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers over revelations in his memoir, Scar Tissue.
In a now-deleted TikTok video, Radke condemned Kiedis for admitting to a s*xual relationship with a 14-year-old and choosing to continue it after learning her age. This relationship is believed to have inspired the Red Hot Chili Peppers‘ song “Catholic School Girls Rule“.
In 2022, Sebastian Bach joined a heated exchange between Ronnie Radke and SiriusXM host Eddie Trunk after Trunk criticized Falling In Reverse for canceling a show due to missing laptops.
Radke fired back, sparking a debate over backing tracks versus live performances. Bach got involved, leading to a weekend-long feud. Radke later mocked the clash in his “Watch the World Burn” video, featuring a Bach look-alike hit by a falling laptop.
Upset by Bach‘s recent comments in a Metal Hammer Q&A, Radke responded on Instagram, reminding him of their past dispute. He also pointed out Bach‘s work with producer Elvis Baskette, who had previously collaborated with him and Escape The Fate.
The conflict escalated when Radke posted a semi-n*de image of Bach with a ball gag, claiming to have a compromising video.
