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It's just soooo boring at a concert when the front man just stands there...I'm glad Axl moves around...I do wish he would run around more like he used to...he's not too old to run... look at Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden, he's like 10 years older than Axl and he runs around. Keep it up Axl!

I agree.

I think Bach is cool. He has a good voice, ok, I'm not into his style, but still. And seing him perform with Axl was fun, it was only one song, so it was ok.

Like someone said here, everything is because of the press. They always write the negative things, because they sell more.

From now on, in every concert, we'll hear a small group pf people shouting "We want Slash" "We want the original band" "We want Duff" etc, etc...you got my point. But there's also going to be another bigger group that shouts "I love you Axl" (That's me ) "GNR rocks", "Robin you're the best", "Pit(t)man, fuck me" , and the press is not going to write: "Wow, it was a great concert, everybody was singing, and screaming, and crazy about the band". No!! They would never write that, even if there is just ONE person saying "I want Slash", they would write about it!! That's their job.

Now, people don't understand that Slash, and Duff are in another band, and if they want to see them, they just have to go to a Velvet Revolver's concert. Of course people don't say "We want Axl" because it's "Velvet Revolver". I'm sure if it was named "Guns N' Roses" people would be crazier, shouting: "we fucking want Axl". Everything is because of the name "Guns N' Roses", people can't get over it.

So don't let the press bring you down, guys. We love this band, and the ones who don't love it, let them get over it by themselves!!

We already got over it, and we like the band. We are happy with them. We know they're talented musicians, and that Axl is the BEST!!

So let's just be happy, and whoever talks shit about Axl or the band: I DON'T CARE!!! I look at the positive things of the situation. Ok, I miss Slash, and Duff, and Matt. They're talented too, but they're not here anymore. What am I supposed to do?? Cry?? No, no, no!! I'M HAPPY, and the people who are always complaining, and talking shit about the band : THEY'RE NOT HAPPY!! They are always looking for bad things, so let them GET OVER IT by themselves!!

I'll be there shouting with you In my opinion, those who shout "We want Slash!" in a Gn'R concert are f****** stupid; I wouldn't go to a VR concert and shout "I want Axl. Scott Weiland you suck!" although I feel like that. Anyway, I agree with you, I love the band and Axl and no press article and nobody will change that.

END is a strong word, If there were to do away with the classics theyd lose some of there fans, i personally like the new stuff

Who cares if they lose some of their fans? I love the old line-up, but I like this one too and I think Gn'R has already lost some fans the moment Slash left the band.

But I don't think and hope that Chinese Democracy will be the end of Gn'R; I agree that it'll be a new chapter in the history of Gn'R; I wish Axl all the luck in the world and don't mind too much if the CD doesn't come out this year; Axl will release it when he thinks it's ready.

I hope the foot guitar doesnt get fixed in time for the US tour, that thing is wierd.

I agree.

Who owns this magazine? Tommy Hilfiger?

No, these "journalists" would write anything just to get their shit sold...

http://www.nme.com/news/guns-n-roses/23880

Simon Davies the CEO of the Teenage Cancer Trust Ward said: "We were so touched that Axl wanted to visit the Teenage Cancer Trust ward in London.

"Axl spent time speaking with each of the patients individually asking about their diagnosis and treatment, and what they enjoyed doing when they were not in hospital. Speaking with patients after Axl's visit, I got a real sense of just how excited they were to have met him and how much it lifted their spirits."

Who wouldn't be touched?

I've been wondering, is this the first time Axl does this kind of gesture?

Very, very nice Axl! And I thought I couldn't love this guy more than I do now.

Thanks for the news, Kipketer.

Guys, this is leading to nowhere....

Well, I know this topic is a bit lame, I never start a topic, but since I've been a Gn'R fan, all I hear and read about Axl is: he's an arsehole, he should go to prison for live and give all the bands' rights to Slash, he's the reason why one of the biggest R&R bands split up. I didn't really care at the beginning (i've just enjoyed the music), but it started to piss me off lately. I mean, he may not be the nicest guy on earth but you can't deny that he's as talented as a singer as Slash is with his guitar. It's always Axl vs. Slash and usually the credits go to Slash. I shouldn't care, people have different opinions, but everytime I read a review about a concert of this tour, I read what is more a comparison of old guns - new guns. For example (it's an article about the Download festival in the "Play" magazine):

"Which leads me nicely to the latest incarnation of Guns N' Roses. It all starts so well, on stage early and the one-two-three punch of 'Welcome to the Jungle', 'It's so easy' and 'Mr. Brownstone', but it soon becomes apparent that this show will be molested into farce. Half an hour in, Axl throws a wobbler, storming off sighting technical difficulties, whilst cries of 'We want Slash' ring out as A N Other engages in a guitar solo so boring that a trip to the portaloo with your Sunday papers is preferable to watching this impostor(!) arpeggiate his way to the rock hall of shame. Christina Aguilera? C'mon mate, you are at Donington and you are taking the piss. Eventually Axl returns, some guy that plays the bass and is not Duff threatens to go home if he gets hit with another bottle and with a positively lunar atmosphere the band play on. Even the introduction of Izzy Stradlin and the motor-mouthed Seb Bach latterly in the set fail to recapture the magic. A finale of 'Paradise City' lifts morale on the trudge back to the campsite, but after three days of exemplary metal it is clear how out of touch Axl has become."

It's obviously one fuckhead playing intelligent, this article isn't objective at all, but I've just read another one from my country, it isn't much better, they see Gn'R as a joke, something like Axl Rose & support band. When will this shit stop? I don't know if after releasing the CD and touring things will be better. I mean, there are, of course, positive reviews, but compared to this crap, it doesn't even count. No, I don't give a shit about the media & press, I know they've always presented Axl as the "badass rock n' roller" BUT then I read on other Gn'R or Music forums the same crap. People DO believe Axl is a motherf***er who should leave the band. It makes me laugh sometimes; other times it makes me wonder: what did this guy do to them? They hate him more than the 9/11 terrorists.

I just wanted to know what you people think about this.

I think it's called an opinion and it's what makes people individuals rather than singularly-minded conformists.

Meet someone who doesn't like Axl? Great. He doesn't like Axl. So what? If you're a fan that's all that matters. If you want everyone to love Axl then I suggest you start a new political regime and practice some form of fascism, because that's the only way it's going to happen. I like Axl - that's enough for me. I don't give a shit about what the majority says or thinks. "Out of touch" with modern metal? Good. Modern metal sucks in my opinion. I'd rather hear GN'R with a mediocre guitarist like BBF than hear shitty metal like AX7. On their worst day with average bandmembers and weak vocals GN'R is still 99% better than any other modern rock band.

That's my opinion.

I just said, I accept it as an opinion, but it started to be more an anti-Axl movement, like it is cool to hate Gn'R and if you're trying to defend him or the band WITH valid arguments, then you're just a stupid teenager. I'm not saying let's all love Axl, God no, I love diversity in opinions but I think that nowadays people are just acting stupid and not stating an opinion. I don't mind, I love Guns N' Roses and Axl despite what is written in the press and what people around me think. It is my opinion and musical taste that matters in the end. And if you lived where I live, you would see that other people's opinions based on musical taste really doesn't matter to people like me who love classic rock and bands like Gn'R. I'm just saying i'd like to see some REAL reviews (that doesn't mean only positive), REAL opinions based on facts like: ok, Axl shouldn't have kicked that guy out because he had a camera, but in another concert he did interrupt a song because two guy were fighting, so he isn't a jerk all the time. Too many try to sell their magazines by writing whatever sells. I don't care, I just wanted to see what others think about this.

I agree with you, that modern metal sucks.

Thanks for your opinion

Well girl. Axl is my icon and i never will hate him. B)

Aye

I don't have such a thing as an icon or idol but if i had it would definitely be Axl And he is the person I most admire.

Well, I know this topic is a bit lame, I never start a topic, but since I've been a Gn'R fan, all I hear and read about Axl is: he's an arsehole, he should go to prison for live and give all the bands' rights to Slash, he's the reason why one of the biggest R&R bands split up. I didn't really care at the beginning (i've just enjoyed the music), but it started to piss me off lately. I mean, he may not be the nicest guy on earth but you can't deny that he's as talented as a singer as Slash is with his guitar. It's always Axl vs. Slash and usually the credits go to Slash. I shouldn't care, people have different opinions, but everytime I read a review about a concert of this tour, I read what is more a comparison of old guns - new guns. For example (it's an article about the Download festival in the "Play" magazine):

"Which leads me nicely to the latest incarnation of Guns N' Roses. It all starts so well, on stage early and the one-two-three punch of 'Welcome to the Jungle', 'It's so easy' and 'Mr. Brownstone', but it soon becomes apparent that this show will be molested into farce. Half an hour in, Axl throws a wobbler, storming off sighting technical difficulties, whilst cries of 'We want Slash' ring out as A N Other engages in a guitar solo so boring that a trip to the portaloo with your Sunday papers is preferable to watching this impostor(!) arpeggiate his way to the rock hall of shame. Christina Aguilera? C'mon mate, you are at Donington and you are taking the piss. Eventually Axl returns, some guy that plays the bass and is not Duff threatens to go home if he gets hit with another bottle and with a positively lunar atmosphere the band play on. Even the introduction of Izzy Stradlin and the motor-mouthed Seb Bach latterly in the set fail to recapture the magic. A finale of 'Paradise City' lifts morale on the trudge back to the campsite, but after three days of exemplary metal it is clear how out of touch Axl has become."

It's obviously one fuckhead playing intelligent, this article isn't objective at all, but I've just read another one from my country, it isn't much better, they see Gn'R as a joke, something like Axl Rose & support band. When will this shit stop? I don't know if after releasing the CD and touring things will be better. I mean, there are, of course, positive reviews, but compared to this crap, it doesn't even count. No, I don't give a shit about the media & press, I know they've always presented Axl as the "badass rock n' roller" BUT then I read on other Gn'R or Music forums the same crap. People DO believe Axl is a motherf***er who should leave the band. It makes me laugh sometimes; other times it makes me wonder: what did this guy do to them? They hate him more than the 9/11 terrorists.

I just wanted to know what you people think about this.

I'm not sure, but isn't that a hunting hat? It's green and has that stupid feather, maybe it was just a joke, nothing like a comparison to Slash.

Ehh...he should stick to the rockstar clothes he had in the late 80's.

That would be ridiculous at 44.

I like his new style. I think it fits him well.

Axl has definitely style... And he looks very good for a 44-year-old man. But, IndiannaRose, I don't think it would be ridiculous if he'd stick to the old clothes, Slash isn't ridiculous...

Thanks for the videos!

God so typical of Americans - thinking they are the only important people that live on this earth.

He was being sarcastic I suppose, so just grow up. If you guys argue back, just shows how immature you can be and have to get offended so easily.

But anyway, I really think the setlist would be different. New York already heard some shit...and Americans know about it. We want to hear more.

Even so, he knew what was going to happen which doesn't make him less guilty than the other ones who responded to his comment... Fact is, i've met americans which such an attitude...

Now, on topic, many thought that Gn'R will change the setlist for the last two concerts, or at least for the 30th (which didn't happen) so i don't think the North American tour will be more special...like more new songs added.

Wow... Great pictures! Thanks!

29.07.2006 - Wembley Arena...best night of my life...

Lucky girl, Vanessa...

Axl should change it to "Middle East Democracy" at least there, democracy has already started!

No, that would be too long

Yeah, great review. It was my first concert too, so I know how you feel. I like sebastian bach too, I'd definitely go to see him again

I had it in my sock, and got it in.

Fucking lucky though, they do a thorough search, his hand brushed past the camera!!!

Did you manage to take any pics?

great review, looking forward to the next 1 on sunday from you

Thanks ppl! I woke up 1h ago and i miss GnR so bad... I'm not sure I can go to see the show today. For those who are going today, I'm sure you will have more than just a great time

I've seen people with digital cameras; if you take one you shouldn't put it in your bag or pockets. I didn't see the security guys confiscating any camera during the concert. I didn't bring mine because it's pretty big and they would have found it. Whatever you do, have fun!

Ok, pls don't be harsh on me because i've just returned from the show and i'm almost falling asleep here.

Well, what should I begin with? Maybe i'm not the biggest/craziest GnR fan but I came from Romania to see the concert. I've never seen GnR before - neither the old nore the new band. So even now i feel that it wasn't true, that it was a dream. I know it's kinda naiv but I can't really express how I feel - hopefully you'll understand me.

I'll go straight to the point now not to bore you any longer. I was in front of the Wembley Arena at about 4 and there were already queues formed by people with standing tickets. We got in at 5.30 and Sebastian Bach was on stage at about 7. He was cool although not everybody was into him. Bullet for my Valentine came on stage at about 8 and after the first songs they've got already hit by the bottles thrown from the audience. Many weren't even watching, it was clearly not the best opening act for GnR. Anyway, the singer seemed pissed off; he later said something that "All these things I hate" reached the top 20 in the charts. Though i'm not very into BFMV, i think that nothing should be thrown at a band, no matter how bad it is.

After BFMV i went outside to eat sth as I knew that Axl would show up late. He should've been on stage at 9.30 (a security guy told me) but would appear at 9.45. Some were boohing, others were worried how to get home if the gig wouldn't end at 12.00. At 9.50 we could hear the helicopter and the crowd went crazy. However, he showed up at 10.40, just before the crowd began boohing really badly. Funny thing cos right when the lights went off and WTTJ started, all was forgotten and the crowd went crazy again. It's Axl, of course.

I won't go through each song now but i'd like to mention that the audience received the "new" band really well - at least from were i sat. Axl had a great voice, he seemed to be in a good mood. he didn't speak a lot - which I regret- maybe because he wanted to finish the setlist quickly as he was already 1h late. At some point he presented Tommy Stinson and said "Let's cheer up Tommy" and asked the fans to shout "Cheer up, Tommy!" and then "Cheer up, motherfucker!".

I enjoyed Dizzy's solo and also "Beautiful", I don't care what people say. Now I know that Finck is a great guitarist, and the fact that he doesn't play the songs the way Slash does means that he reinterprets them - i've seen people who can play SCOM on guitar without any mistakes - that doesn't make you a great guitarist.

I've also enjoyed the new version of "Knocking on heaven's door", to be frank, I wasn't disappointed by anything, not even by Axl being late. The lights were magnificent, Axl is a genuis

Izzy seemed cool and relaxed as always.

AT the end (after Nightrain) the fans woulnd't leave and recall the band. They came back on stage with "IRS" and "Paradise City" which drew the crowd crazy again.

For those who don't know, there were some lucky fans who got the chance to attend GnR at an accoustic performance.

To sum up, it was a great show and Axl did a lot to give the fans a good time. There is A LOT more to tell but I'm out of my strengths now.

I'm sorry if there are any mistakes, I will edit this tomorrow after I get some rest, I just thought it'd be good to give some information to those who couldn't see GnR today.