magisme Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Alright. Bringing a little positivity to the board.Unfortunately, I don't think it's a very good album. To me, CD is at best OK. To those of you who sing its praises, what exactly do you like so much about it?I expect enthusiastic responses from everyone who complains about all the negativity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaider Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I like Axl's voice on it I mean, on the songs I like at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
originalgnrnewgnr Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 The good side of CD is aboslutely the guitars.The Better riff is great and very catchy, and Robin's solo is great and very melodic.TWAT soloes are just amazing.Madagascar without overproduction (RIR 3 version) is also a great tune.CITR with Brian May could be something special.and this is it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulMonster Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 It is a good album because many people like the music on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TombRaider Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 It's hard to explain why you like an album, let alone convice those who don't like it of the fact that it's not bad, or at least not that bad. Because music can't be explained or analyzed. Either you like it or not. imho. CD definitely grows on you. It's just that some people are not willing to give it a chance, out of hatred or frustration. Or maybe they just don't like it, which can also be the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NGOG Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 It's a good album because GNR happen to be my favourite band and Chinese Democracy happens to be my favourite record by GNR. Why should I argue its merits to somebody that doesn't like it? Nothing that I point out has the capacity to alter your standing. Ultimately your own ears will dictate your feelings about the album. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magisme Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 It's a good album because GNR happen to be my favourite band and Chinese Democracy happens to be my favourite record by GNR.Why should I argue its merits to somebody that doesn't like it? Nothing that I point out has the capacity to alter your standing. Ultimately your own ears will dictate your feelings about the album.You know, I'm not looking for an argument. I'm not looking for anyone to change my mind. I'm simply trying to understand the thinking of people with whom I disagree.Are we that far gone with this band that asking why people like their most recent album is trolling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuanVictor Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Like I said in the other topic, Chinese Democracy is a great record, and my favorite from Guns N' Roses. I like all the songs, listen to it pratically every day. It's hard to explain why is a good album, it's a matter of opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NGOG Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 (edited) Not really a cohesive answer since some here are both brain dead and tone deaf, not to mention biased.I strongly doubt that anybody here has struggled to give Chinese Democracy a chance based on prejudice. That is more applicable to a lot of the general public who literally didn't listen to the record based on what other people were saying or the fact it didn't boast the 'original' incarnation's playing. On a GNR forum it is merely a matter of you not liking the record based on what you hear. I personally relish what I hear hence my unwielding desire to hear more. Why should I care that others do not like the record and more importantly, how could I possibly attempt to change their perspective? The opinion of your ears will always prevail over any reference to the guitars or arrangements. Edited July 13, 2013 by NGOG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NGOG Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 You know, I'm not looking for an argument. I'm not looking for anyone to change my mind. I'm simply trying to understand the thinking of people with whom I disagree.There is no well-researched logic or clinical formula as to why anybody is partial to a certain sense of songs. It's just something you have to accept rather than attempt to develop an understanding over. Chinese Democracy, and many other records, simply appeal to my senses. What further explanation is required? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axlfan88 Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I don't understand the thread question. It makes no sense to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magisme Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 FFS. Since solipsism seems to rule the forum, let me reframe the question:What do you like about Chinese Democracy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NGOG Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 What do you like about Chinese Democracy?I like that when I listen to the record, it creates a positive reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magisme Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 What do you like about Chinese Democracy?I like that when I listen to the record, it creates a positive reaction.Great. Thanks. See ya later, NGOG.Anyone else? Or should I just assume that asking fans of CD what they like about it causes butthurt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vincent Vega Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 It has Axl Rose's voice on it, therefore it's great!/thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NGOG Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Anyone else? Or should I just assume that asking fans of CD what they like about it causes butthurt?I told you what I like about Chinese Democracy, there is no isolated incidents which establish an overall positive reaction. I just like the entire product because of what it does to my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetness Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Better and Catcher in the Rye are really good songs, Buckethead and Finck have some great leads throughout the record Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Towelie Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I love Chinese Democracy.The 1-2-3 punch of the first three tracks is second to none. Songs like Better and Shacklers are some of the best rock songs I've heard in the 00's. And Catcher In The Rye is a brilliant example of Axl's unique ability to create really powerful images in his songwriting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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