Popular Post GunnerOne 84 Posted March 28, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted March 28, 2016 I thought this would be a good topic. I haven’t noticed another thread like this, so if there is one buried somewhere, I apologize. Feel free to add this post to that thread and lock this one if it helps keep things cleaner. I can’t really put into words how I feel about this reunion. I can’t even say I’ve waited a long time for this day to come, because I’ve never really believed that it would come despite hoping the hatchet would somehow be buried one day. A little context-I’m 32 years old now. I’ve been a Guns N’ Roses fan since I was 9-the same year that GNR played their last show with Axl, Slash, and Duff as members. I was too young to understand the significance of the moment, and really wasn’t aware of the tour or the animosity that was brewing in the band. All I know is that I heard Paradise City on the radio one day, and became immediately and forever hooked by what I heard. I was transfixed. Flash forward a few years to high school. I wasn’t a “troubled” teen in the traditional sense of the word. I didn’t get into any real trouble, I’ve never been arrested. However, my parents went through an absolutely awful divorce that took years to resolve. My father treated my mom very poorly, and in return my mother treated me very poorly, I assume because I reminded her of him. I’ll spare the details for the sake of brevity. But I dealt with a lot of emotional abuse, both from my mother and her sisters. I was told and called things that kids shouldn’t have to hear or endure. When you hear day after day and year after year how awful you are, it wears on you and you finally being to believe it’s true. I became depressed and suicidal. I was accused by my mother of being on drugs despite never (even to this day) having done so much as smoked a cigarette. I’m fortunate that as an adult, husband, and father, the clouds have since parted and I am at peace with myself. This band played a role in that, and not a small one. I really threw myself into music. I’ll always love AFD, but the UYIs will, to me, always be the two most special albums ever created. It sounds cliché, but these albums saved my life. A lot of those lyrics were about relationships, as well as other topics I had yet to experience, but I really related to them. I heard pain, anger, sadness, and angst in those songs, and they helped me channel and heal my own feelings. Those albums are magical, and I’ve never heard anything since that came close to making that sort of impact on me. I was always sad that the people that created such great and lasting art had been unable to find a way to get along. It seemed, and still seems, like such a tragedy. I of course always followed all thenews on GNR. I’ve been a lurker and a poster on MyGNR dating back to before the HOB shows. Even without his former partners, I was thrilled that Axl had returned. I downloaded live versions of new songs from the ever forthcoming Chinese Democracy, saw the new band live in 2002, twice in 2006 (once with Izzy!), 2011, and 2012. I enjoyed Chinese Democracy quite a bit. I saw a Velvet Revolver show, and before that saw Snakepit open for AC/DC. The only classic GNR member I haven’t seen play live is Steven. And now here we are on the eve of a reunion between Axl, Slash, and Duff. As of Friday, I learned they’d be coming to my hometown. I’m more excited and emotional than I thought possible. The people that played such a large part of my adolescence, made the music that helped chase away the darkness, will again share a stage. For the very first time since I really discovered GNR, since before I was even 10 years old, the “Big Three” will be together. Somewhere teenage Gunner is smiling. Adult Gunner is smiling as he types this. It’s such a special moment for those of us who have loved this band, and I hope everyone is able to experience it. Whatever this means to each of you, and whatever you hope to take away from it, my desire is that it exceeds your wildest expectations. 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaneda Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 To be honest, I am having a hard time getting excited about the reunion. Maybe it's because it doesn't seem real yet. I have one hope. That Axl is in shape and puts on shows worthy of this band's legacy. I think he will. I'm glad some of the newer fans who never got to see GNR back in the day will once again experience the magic Axl and Slash bring to a show. Course it will never be as good as it once was, but this time it actually means more to all parties involved. So that's great. I hope everyone has a great time and I hope to hang with you guys out in Vegas and in NYC. Much love, Kaneda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKesseli Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 its still hard to believe until they hit the stage all together, however i think that the whole "reunion" thing has never crossed Axl's mind. The way i see is slash and duff returning to GNR. steven or izzy joining the tour will be like duff and izzy did a few years ago, as just a guest appearance. that is why i dont see it as a reunuon. anyway hope that this tour will be great and the best so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Nova Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 As the dates get closer and more information leaks..(like they really are getting along fine, looks like Adler is in, full N American announced, billboards and signs all over town) the more and more this is becoming a reality. I look forward to seeing them in Vegas and I hope you have the time of your life when they come to your home town! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I saw real Guns 3 times, Minneapolis, September 15, 1992 was my last (real) Guns show. I remember it was storming outside and Duff's parting words at the end were something about "be fucking careful out there on way home"..... . Who knew it'd be 24 years til I saw them again. My thoughts & feelings- I can't describe....it just seems surreal. I always held out hope that as long as they were all still alive this day would come. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babooshka Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) It's hard to believe it's even happening. Seeing Slash tweet about Guns is surreal. But then that's similar to how they broke-up. It was hard to believe that Slash was no longer in Guns. So many of us thought it would all just blow over, and he and Axl would get back together. But it dragged on and on and on. To the point where I thought they'd never reconcile. It seemed like that ship had sailed after the HoF. So it was a surprise when Slash announced they were cool. My main thought is that I hope the band can turn a corner, and they build something that will go on for a good number of years. Edited March 29, 2016 by Babooshka 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussTCB Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I've seen GNR in 1991, 1992, 1993, 2002, 2006, 2011 & 2012. Having seen everything from the UYI lineup on, I completely disagree with the notion that the new shows can't be as good as the older ones. Each GNR show & lineup I've seen has been great for different reasons. As for having Slash & Duff back specifically, I'd say that I'm more happy for others if that makes sense. I saw them with GNR several times myself so it's not new to me but I know of many people who never had that luxury, so I'm excited for them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Mainly gutted that the line-up I felt I had a proper connection with throughout my teens ('06-'10) never really got to live up to their potential, and now never will. And that no-one else really seems to care about that, even the people who I shared those times with on here (and IRL), just feels like a lot of wasted energy. But far be it from me to tell other people how to feel. I'm glad other GN'R fans are getting a kick out of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulMonster Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Really surprised that Slash and Duff is retuning to the band. Would have preferred the last lineup to continue but it is much better than Axl retiring, which I increasingly feared would happen. I hope this will just be a short nostalgia thing and they get it quickly out of their system. Of course I hope they will make new music together, but I find that rather unlikely. But I have been wrong before, so maybe!? Hah. Genuinely happy for all the fans who wanted this, though, and hope you all have fun at the shows I really appreciate the generally better mood at the forums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killuridols Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Can relate ALOT with the OP story. I'm in utter happiness for this band, for Axl, for all of us. I don't get it.. I can't understand how some are still complaining about things they don't even know or can't enjoy what's going on right now. I don't have tickets for any show yet but I'm living it like I will be there. It is all so good and I hope they can put on a show that lives up to the expectations of the fans, although probably a lot will still complain about something. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontdamnmeuyi2015 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I never got to see the original members of GNR, but I have seen Axl and GNR 3 times in the past 5 years. This reunion happening now is very exciting and I'm so glad I will get to see Axl, Slash and Duff play together again. It's going to be the tour of the decade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
challenger70rt Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Really dig the OP opening remarks. I get that. I've been a HUGE fan since I was like literally 4 years old. My parents got a copy of AFD when it came out and I literally wore the damn thing out. Never got to see the AFD or UYI lineup. My parents had second row tickets to the Guns/Met. show in '92 in pgh and even had a spare for me, but at the last minute my mom decided not to take me cuz it might be too dangerous. I was only like 8 at the time. Been waiting for this reunion for fucking ever, but really gave up on it ever happening a number of years ago, so this whole thing kind of blows me away. I really didn't want to go to Coachella, but I had heard about the Vegas shows as a possibility so I held out for that, and as soon as it was announced, I HAD to go, and didn't really care what it cost. My credit card damn near melted LoL. Anyway, I have really high hopes for this set up, and really hope that it can live up to it's potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNRS Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I'm still not excited. I've a feeling they're all just doing it for the money as opposed to just genuinely wanting to play together again. I'll get excited if Axl sounds decent. If he doesn't, then what's the point, really? Music's supposed to sound good and Guns N' Roses haven't sound good in over 20 years now. I'm not expecting much with the new incarnation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Italian girl Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 My only one dreamof a lifetime has come true!!! *.* 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Cnut Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Sort of mildly emotional? But then I am writing this whilst on the shitter, sooo... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazey Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I'm currently spending most of my time planning what I'm going to eat for a week in Vegas. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mishan Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I'm excited for the people who are going to see the band. First time I saw them was the Marquee shows in London in 1987. Sometime before that, someone sent me a copy of Live Like a Suicide to review. I liked it, definitely a respectable first effort, and a band to keep an eye on. Not a patch on what they're like live. Nothing. There are shows on youtube now, so you can get an idea, but when I heard them play live for the first time I was entranced. Go. Enjoy. I hope it's magical. It was for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonofnazareth Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I miss the 90s 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom-Ass Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Boner time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetness Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 I'm happy about it, but my excitement won't really begin until I've actually secured tickets to the Detroit show. I'm incredibly anxious about it selling out in a short period of time after they go on sale, likely while I'm busy at work or some shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsinindy Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 1 minute ago, sweetness said: I'm happy about it, but my excitement won't really begin until I've actually secured tickets to the Detroit show. I'm incredibly anxious about it selling out in a short period of time after they go on sale, likely while I'm busy at work or some shit. Join the fan club when it re-opens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetness Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 5 minutes ago, tsinindy said: Join the fan club when it re-opens. Nightrain or whatever? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibson87 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 12 minutes ago, tsinindy said: Join the fan club when it re-opens. When did it close? I just shelled out $50 a month ago for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlsFavoriteRose Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 i feel excited as hell because this is my first GN'R concert and it just happens to be the one with Axl and Slash reunited! unlike some other people for the past year and a half I just have had a very strong feeling this reunion would happen SOON. I just pray that everything goes well, it feels like it's been so long since I first got my tix back in January. time is just dragging! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigD62 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 (edited) I have been a GnR fan from the beginning. Absolutely one of my all time favorite bands. When GnR where at their peak I was starting a career, getting married and having 2 kids. I was so busy I didn't get a chance to see them live and have always regretted that. I never wanted to see the band with only 1 original member. I never thought they would ever get back together. So when Axl, Duff and Slash announced they were going to play Vegas of course I had to go. It is all I think about and all I talk about these days. The night before the concert I will be like a kid on Christmas eve, I doubt if I will be able to sleep! Edited March 28, 2016 by BigD62 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts