Rikki Rockett Says He’s Ready for New Poison Music
Rikki Rockett Says He’s Ready for New Poison Music
Rikki Rockett, drummer for the multi-platinum rock band Poison, recently opened up about the potential for new music from the group. Speaking during an episode of the Hair Metal Guru podcast, Rockett said he’d be more than willing to record again, making it clear that the desire to work together is still there — at least on his end.
While fans have long wondered whether Poison might reunite creatively beyond the stage, Rockett’s comments suggest that the idea is not off the table. “I would do it in a minute,” he said. According to Rockett, the challenge hasn’t been personal tension or lack of creativity, but more so aligning the timing and commitment of everyone involved.
Poison has not released a full-length studio album since Hollyweird in 2002. Though they’ve continued to perform live over the years, including high-profile tours with other major acts, new music has remained elusive. Rockett acknowledged that the current live setup works well and that the band gets along, but he also hinted at a shift in creative energy. “We all have different things going on now,” he said, suggesting that logistical issues play a larger role than musical differences.
Rikki Rockett also addressed how the band’s audience might receive new material. While many legacy acts face the challenge of capturing attention with fresh songs, he believes there’s still interest in hearing what Poison might come up with in today’s musical landscape. That said, he admitted that the business side of recording, from production to promotion, is very different now compared to the band’s heyday.
Though he didn’t speak on behalf of the other members, Rockett’s openness to the idea is exciting. His comments carried a mix of enthusiasm and realism. It’s clear that, for him, the creative spark hasn’t faded, but reigniting it as a group would take more than just good intentions.
He also emphasized that he wasn’t pointing fingers. Instead, he seemed to be offering a candid view of where the band stands: still active, still friendly, but not quite aligned on the idea of recording something new. “If it happens, it happens,” he said. “But I’m not going to force it.”
For now, Poison continues to be present on the touring circuit, and the door to new material remains open. Rockett’s comments add to the conversation fans have kept going for years… that the possibility of new music is still alive, even if it’s uncertain when, or if, the moment will come.
