What happened to Steven?

[inlikeflynn420]

Has anyone heard anything about Steven? Did he screw up somehow or something (off the wagon, reinjured his back, etc)? It seems like he was very well received, by the fans and the band, and played the songs well. Just seems odd to me that he would only come out for a few shows and then disappear. I doubt that would be by his choice. Just wondering if anyone heard anything. I never wanted him back full time but it would've been cool to see him play a few songs.

[Spirit]

Probably a deal with selected shows.

[izzyjim]

Has anyone heard anything about Steven? Did he screw up somehow or something (off the wagon, reinjured his back, etc)? It seems like he was very well received, by the fans and the band, and played the songs well. Just seems odd to me that he would only come out for a few shows and then disappear. I doubt that would be by his choice. Just wondering if anyone heard anything. I never wanted him back full time but it would've been cool to see him play a few songs.

You mean on the wagon 

[Bridge]

Probably a deal with selected shows.

Yeah, in retrospect, I doubt they would bring Steven on tour just for two songs every night.  I've read articles that Steven is expected to return, and I wouldn't doubt that he'll make further appearances at some point, especially the California shows.