Did you know? Disney's first band choice for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster was The Rolling Stones. The Rolling Stones were interested, but Aerosmith, which Disney had recently signed to perform “I Don't Want To Miss a Thing” for Touchstone Pictures' 1998 film Armageddon, represented a less-expensive option.
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The first band that Disney approached was The Rolling Stones, but, at a price of $10 million dollars, they proved too expensive. After that, Disney asked KISS, who also asked for more money than Disney was prepared to pay, and U2, who weren't interested in being part of a thrill ride.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster closed in February for a loooong refurbishment. During that time, Disney did some maintenance on the ride and even gave it a few updates. The ride reopened just recently (surprising everyone in the process), so we had to hop on it to see exactly what has changed.
Disney has not confirmed that they are changing the ride at all, let alone to include music from Queen. As for Disney, the only public-facing statement they have made is the following: Beginning February 21, 2023, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith will be temporarily closed for refurbishment.
'Iron Man' Coaster Officially Replaces Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney Park. Calling all Iron Man fans — the debut of the highly anticipated Iron Man-themed coaster is here!
One theory suggests that the ride may swap Aerosmith with another iconic rock band, Queen. The rumor was fueled by actor Ken Marino, who appears in the coaster's pre-show. During a recent conversation on the Office Hours Live podcast, Marino mentioned that there had been plans to replace Aerosmith with Queen.
Disney announced plans to close Splash Mountain – at Disneyland and Walt Disney World – in 2020 after a petition to change the beloved water ride's theme went viral.
The Twilight Zone Tower of TerrorIf we're talking about the scariest rides at Disney World, I had to start with The Tower of Terror. I mean, it's all in the name! From the ghostly holograms, the 'death' defying drop(s) to the sinister theming, everything is designed to scare the Mickey outta you – and it really does.