IRanOutOfIdeas Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) PLEASE NOTE that this isn't a speculation/rumor thread, it's just a hypothetical question.For me, nuGNR is a giant topic of what-ifs. I've always wondered that if certain scenarios had happened instead of others, the band would've been a lot more successful than they are now. One of the biggest what-ifs of course, is what if DJ Ashba had never been introduced into the band. Now, I'm always going to be a proponent of just Richard and Ron doing a dual-guitar thing, but every now and then I wonder if there's a better replacement for DJ out there. And introducing my pick...Vivian Campbell! So who the hell is Vivian Campbell? Well, unlike say, Bumblefoot, Vivian is actually a decently known guitarist with a pretty strong resume. For example:1) Vivian played with Dio from 1983-1986 and was the lead guitarist on Holy Diver. It's Dio's best studio album and his guitar work is a hallmark of it.2) He's been a guitarist for Def Leppard since 1992. So obviously he's well-versed in classic rock.3) He also done touring stints with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy. Here's some mindless shredding: Obviously he's got the skills needed to play in GNR. It's also a big plus that he's not a fucking tool like DJ. I'd imagine that if he took DJ's role, he could either a) Do what DJ does 10 times better or b) Take a macho-shredding/dual approach with Ron and leave Richard to be the rhythm player he already is.That's not to say that there's some downsides though:1) If he ever did join GNR, I doubt he'd give up his lucrative gig with Def Leppard. This could lead to touring conflicts.2) He got diagnosed with cancer in 2013. He's in remission at the moment, but his health could lead to issues.3) He's Irish and GNR has never had a non-American member (Well, I don't count Slash as British and I don't count Ole Beich either [Thanks Nulla for the insight into this]) I doubt that this would be an issue, but it's still something worth bringing up.4) I'd imagine he and Axl would butt heads in some way or another.What do you think? Any other ideas for a better replacement? Edited May 3, 2014 by highvoltage 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR DOOM Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 I'd definitely prefer Viv to DJ, but then again I'd prefer just about anybody to DJ.I love Viv's work on the first 3 DIO albums, he deserves the title of legend with that alone...but I'm not so sure he would work out TBH.I'd prefer Ashba went away and wasn't replaced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash Diet Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) He is too oldBut 10 times better guitarist than DJ, though Edited May 3, 2014 by Crash Diet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nulla Lex Ink. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 I think Viv could definitely bring something interesting to the table. However, I don't think he'd stay for long. He seems like the type who would quickly leave over creative differences, not sure if he actually is, but he does seem like it. Plus, he's got a ton of projects going on, so he probably wouldn't have much time for Guns N' Roses. But I imagine the solo spots he'd have with Bumblefoot and Richard would be killer, whether or not he went with something original. Also, not to nitpick, but he'd technically be the third non-american. Slash was born a UK citizen, if I recall right, although he did spend most of his life in the US, and the founding bassist was from a Scandinavian country, again, if I recall right, of course he only played like five shows so he's only a member on a very technical basis.I think a neat addition to Guns N' Roses would be Stevie Salas. Being in a band that plays mostly oldies wouldn't be a new experience for him, since outside of his solo work he's mostly been a side man, which is a real shame since the solo stuff indicates he's got great talent. Also, if they did end up making a new album with him I'm sure it'd be a pretty neat sound. Plus, it would be really awesome because it would bring him some much needed exposure, and although it's not likely, he would at least have a chance to record with a big name band. Most people know him as "That dude who played Rufus' guitar solo at the end of Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure." Probably won't ever happen, but it's still a neat thought for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRanOutOfIdeas Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share Posted May 3, 2014 He is too oldBut 10 times better guitarist than DJ, thoughAge isn't an excuse when almost all of the members are in their late 40's or early 50's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nulla Lex Ink. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 He is too oldBut 10 times better guitarist than DJ, thoughAge isn't an excuse when almost all of the members are in their late 40's or early 50's.Dude, you forgot. "You're never too old to rock!" Haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbhutto Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 They should get Neil Young Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguy Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) Could DJ Ashba be replaced with (fill In the blank)?Yes. Edited May 3, 2014 by niceguy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlashisGOD Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 BBF is not American correct? He has a slight accent from what I can tell from hearing him talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR DOOM Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Blues Saraceno or CC Deville.I hold either of those two (from POISON) in higher esteem than Ashba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRanOutOfIdeas Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share Posted May 3, 2014 BBF is not American correct? He has a slight accent from what I can tell from hearing him talk.I have no idea what his accent is, but he was born and raised in New York.Blues Saraceno or CC Deville.I hold either of those two (from POISON) in higher esteem than Ashba.Actually now that I think about it, I'd love for Satchel from Steel Panther to replace Ashba. It's such an overtly comedic move it's hard to judge Axl for the replacement. Asian Hooker/SCOM medley for days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nulla Lex Ink. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 BBF is not American correct? He has a slight accent from what I can tell from hearing him talk.Nah, he's just got a thick "New Yorker" accent. Me and a friend call that kind of accent "Brooklynese." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ZoSoRose Posted May 3, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted May 3, 2014 You guys must not have heard! DJ got sacked, Ron quit, and Richard has a Rihanna tour. It all just happened today.Guitars in GNR will now be handled by Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bran Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 vivian is a great guitar player that runs rings around dj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-p-d-a Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Mick Mars should replace DJ Ashba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
username Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 DJ could be replaced by a mic stand and it would do better in every way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YOUCOULDBEMINE. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 These anti-DJ threads are starting to get boring, and pathetic.Nobody likes DJ, we get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNRS Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 No, he's not got enough swag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlisOld Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 I could replace DJ pretty easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nosaj Thing Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 - Fire DJ- Plant a tree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardNixon Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) Eh...I liked DIO, but he never really brought anything to Def Leppard, and I can't see him doing anything for GN'R either. I think John 5 would be a good choice. Edited May 3, 2014 by RichardNixon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruno P. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 You guys must not have heard! DJ got sacked, Ron quit, and Richard has a Rihanna tour. It all just happened today.Guitars in GNR will now be handled by Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, and Eric ClaptonYou know what is funny? Some people that never heard much of their work would all of sudden claim that they are some of the greatest ever (which they are), and some would bash them saying that they dont have Slash's classical feel and attitude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HubbaBubba Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 VC has an amazing pedigree and obviously only an utter idiot would prefer dj to him in any band in the entire history of the world (spinal tap excluded).Plus he knocked out Danzig in a backstage brawl once, prompting a pathetic fax to kerrang from the evil elvis that only made everyone more certain it had gone down that way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardNixon Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) I'm not ready to trash DJ just yet.Check this out: Cool riff. I could actually see Axl working with something like this and making something really good. Edited May 3, 2014 by RichardNixon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YOUCOULDBEMINE. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 (edited) - Fire DJ- Plant a treeYeah, about that.. I don't think he'd travel well. Edited May 3, 2014 by UcudBmine 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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