A rumor started by tabloid UK newspaper, The Sun, stated that Lenny Kravitz was to join Guns n Roses offshoot Velvet Revolver is apparently untrue. Kravitz spoke to Rolling Stone and said, "I know and love the Velvet Revolver guys but there is no truth to the story about me joining their band." Originally, the Sun reported that Kravitz was seen rehearsing with Velvet Revolver. However, Kravitz is currently touring Europe and has had no contact with the band.
Other vocalists tied to the mounting rumors are former MTV VJ Steve Isaacs, ex-Skid Row vocalist Sebastian Bach and Spacehog singer Royston Langdon. Langdon is the only one actually confirmed as being a possibility. Velvet Revolver bassist Duff McKagan said Langdon did jam with the band, but, as of now, he is not in the band and they are still making sure he's right guy."