CAFC Nick Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Sorry if this is the wrong section, but...Basically, having this argument with a friend. I'm trying to persuade her that Axl is, in my opinion, the greatest front man ever. Wondering if anyone could point me to what they think is Axl's best performance ever? Youtube links would be fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apekanari Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Sorry if this is the wrong section, but...Basically, having this argument with a friend. I'm trying to persuade her that Axl is, in my opinion, the greatest front man ever. Wondering if anyone could point me to what they think is Axl's best performance ever? Youtube links would be fantastic.one of the finer moments that really stand out not by just axl, but the entire band is KOHD from the Mercury tribute, and Nightrain from Lisbon 06,,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakey Styley Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 (edited) - This whole show is fantastic, choose any song you'd like from itThe Vocal Diversity of Axl Rose, read descriptionNovember Rain VMAs Edited May 23, 2010 by ItsSuchACrimeUKnowItsJAKE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetness Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 ^^^hands down thischeck out the rest of that show, its mind blowing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 How about a Perfect Crime performance from pretty well any show 1991? Axl was always intense. His voice was angered his performance showed that he was one of the best frontmen around.Other than that, I'd say Jungle at the 2002 VMAs. Seriously! No, Jungle at the '88 VMAs. Probably my favorite performance of that song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duff_rose Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Definition of raw energy: And this is absolutely fantastic too: ...aaand so is this: And this: Paradise City - Argentina 1993 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down on the farm Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 How about a Perfect Crime performance from pretty well any show 1991? Axl was always intense. His voice was angered his performance showed that he was one of the best frontmen around.Especially this performance in Noblesville: My fav is Tokyo 1992: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdHeartBreaker Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 (edited) Jungle 88 Crazy 88 Nightrain 06 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert - We Will Rock You. WWRY performance is classic, memorable, Axl Rose. Edited May 23, 2010 by MoonWalker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sabbath Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 I always loved that performance of Perfect Crime from Indiana.And that WTTJ performance ^^ is awesome, but the crowd sucks dick.Also, acoustic You're Crazy FTW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowmass Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. He he kicks in at end of this:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmdU7ifWuFgAnd the rest of GnR's songs too at that show. Paradice, KOHD. Axl was dominant vocally that night. I think Matt Sorum even still says that was Axl at his best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justynius Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Jungle at the '88 VMA's.TWAT at HammersteinHe had some classic performances of "The Blues" in 2002Wasn't a big fan of the song, but you can't match the energy and vocals from when they did "It Tastes Good, Don't It"Also think "Patience" was the standout of CBGBs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henfjel Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 (edited) paradise city or patience from the rose bar this year.most of the songs there are AWESOME but patience was just... wow... Edited May 23, 2010 by henfjel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Glow Inc. Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 I have to admit that I love most 1993 performances.Even though I'm mostly a NuGnR fan, I have to admit that these performances were magical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slashfan31 Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 nightrain, chicago 1992That whole show was awesome, also the paris 1992 show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesusisSavior Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 FREDDIE MERCURY TRIBUTE! Bohemian Rhapsody had hairs standing up.& his Tom Petty duo on Free Fallin' really showed off his effortless artistry and showmanship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down on the farm Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 (edited) Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. He he kicks in at end of this:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmdU7ifWuFgYes, a brilliant moment when Axl hits the stage with all his power and energy. His voice also sounds fantastic. Edited May 23, 2010 by Down on the farm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbeau Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Apparently, he didn't even know there were going to be pyros shooting off when he made his entrance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightrain86 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 - Rocket Queen '10Rocket Queen is one of my favorite songs and he fucking nailed it here, his vocals were eerily good that night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naupis Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 (edited) This version of Jungle from the VMA's in 88 is awesome. This was back when it was just the 5 of them and they had that real raw aggressive sound. The band looked awesome, sounded awesome, and Axl had so much power in his voice back then where it was so effortless for him. Edited May 24, 2010 by Naupis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacardimayne Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 - Nightrain, Tokyo 2009 - There Was a Time, Tokyo 2009 - This I Love, Edmonton 2010 - This I Love, Montevideo 2010 - November Rain, Paris 1993 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizwontcry Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 Sailing, 2006 in Wembley. Just so amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GN'R Forever Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 Paradise City 1992: Sweet Child 1988: November Rain 1992: You Could Be Mine 1991: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtQ6YBacFp4Or just show him any performance from Rock in Rio II in 1991. Specifically: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerage5 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I don't agree Axl is the greatest frontman ever, but for the fuck of it, I'd say Sailing at Wembley '06 is my favorite Axl performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estranged Reality Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 - This whole show is fantastic, choose any song you'd like from itThe Vocal Diversity of Axl Rose, read descriptionNovember Rain VMAs...ever?Some good performances there, but if I were trying to convince someone of Axl's peak talents, I wouldn't use those. I always thought the VMAs performance of "November Rain" was a bit underwhelming, all things considered - Axl's voice was fine but Slash was a bit off that night, Elton John didn't really do much and it didn't seem nearly as powerful as some of the other live cuts. That's just me.I'd probably use a video from the Ritz - even though his voice was a bit hoarse that night, it captured them at their best, and the fact that it's pro-shot makes it a bit more accessible to the average person (especially if you're showing it to someone unfamiliar with the group who won't exactly want to be watching bootlegs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbeau Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 In most of the live videos I've seen, Freddie's voice sounded great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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