Popular Post darkknite63 Posted May 6, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 6, 2016 I just don't get Axl Rose sometimes. In the AC/DC BBC interview, the NME interview and the Facebook videos. He seems confident, comfortable and funny. Why can't he just sit down with Slash and Duff, and just talk. Just sit down and talk. The media blackout may have generated buzz for the first few shows, but now people want to know whats up with the band. The interviews with AC/DC have brought so much insight and cleared up all the bullshit involving Brian being fired, how Axl got the job etc. The same should be done with GN'R, just tell us about Izzy and Steven, the reunion. It doesn't have to be awkward if you just open up and talk to us, your fans. What do you guys think? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Cantona Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) Axl is not the boss in AC/DC, so this is most likely obligatory for him. That is not the case with GNR. Edited May 6, 2016 by AslatIE 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickjkd1977 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I think we will see something after this round of ACDC shows are over and it gets closer for the tour to start. I think it would help ticket sales . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caught_in_a_Coma Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 The GN'R stuff is (likely) way deeper than him helping ACDC finish their tour 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Len Cnut Posted May 6, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted May 6, 2016 Quote I just don't get Axl Rose sometimes. In the AC/DC BBC interview, the NME interview and the Facebook videos. He seems confident, comfortable and funny. Why can't he just sit down with Slash and Duff, and just talk. Just sit down and talk. Cuz there's a lot more baggage there, a lot more barely resolved acrimony, a history of conflict that it's easier to not touch. Wounds heal by stopping picking at them. Perhaps it's just one of those tentative relationships, lots of bands have em, how many times did you see Johnny and Joey Ramone sit together and do an interview and kinda both be into it equally? Never cuz they hated each others guts, same with The Sex Pistols, there are few interviews of them altogether in their heyday, being into it, cuz they just didn't get along but the idea is that you are a part of something thats bigger than all that, its just apparently taken the boys in GnR longer to realise that. Or perhaps it's not that and it's just a simple case of they do not want to do interviews. In the same way The Beatles just didn't wanna tour after a while. I could see why people wouldn't wanna do interviews. With AC/DC he's not the boss, he's just kinda in on their thing, filling in, GnR is his thing and there's a lot attached to that that potentially could make the entire enterprise a lot more stressful. I say fuck it, they're together, just go out and play and maybe make music, no ones life depends on a release date or 'so, have you done lunch together yet?' and all these pithy details. 'Do you have an album coming?', maybe they do, maybe they don't, maybe it won't work out so they dont wanna commit, who knows. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lies They Tell Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I agree that the GNR stuff is way more complicated. People are going to ask him all kinds of tricky questions about his relationship with Slash and how they suddenly solved all the problems. Why he was so angry at Slash in the first place. Why Izzy and Steven aren't there etc... But the silence in the GNR camp might also have something to do with these AC/DC shows. Perhaps they thought that it's wiser to start the bigger promotion after these AC/DC shows. I guess it would have been pretty weird to start building hype and then get suddenly interrupted by these AC/DC shows and then you have to start building hype all over again. Perhaps it was a better idea to stay mysterious until these AC/DC shows are done, and then start doing GNR interviews. Besides Axl couldn't really have done any interviews before Coachella anyway, because everybody would have been asking him about AC/DC and he couldn't have been able to talk about it before it was officially revealed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apollo Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I think the boys just want to let the music and shows speak for themselves. Otherwise the media and fans and Internet music social warriors will just focus on and digest the interview to the death. Maybe they don't want to discuss intimate and still fresh details with the general public. Like it's always said on this forum. Axl doesn't owe us anything except to walk out on the stage and rock our faces off for a couple hours. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kira Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 1 hour ago, Lies They Tell said: I agree that the GNR stuff is way more complicated. People are going to ask him all kinds of tricky questions about his relationship with Slash and how they suddenly solved all the problems. Why he was so angry at Slash in the first place. Why Izzy and Steven aren't there etc... But the silence in the GNR camp might also have something to do with these AC/DC shows. Perhaps they thought that it's wiser to start the bigger promotion after these AC/DC shows. I guess it would have been pretty weird to start building hype and then get suddenly interrupted by these AC/DC shows and then you have to start building hype all over again. Perhaps it was a better idea to stay mysterious until these AC/DC shows are done, and then start doing GNR interviews. Besides Axl couldn't really have done any interviews before Coachella anyway, because everybody would have been asking him about AC/DC and he couldn't have been able to talk about it before it was officially revealed. I agree, there are a lot more questions in a gnr interview that wouldn't be easy to deal with. Maybe they will once they have some more dates under their belt and Axl keeps up his good behavior. Here's hoping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooner14 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Nothing makes sense in the GN'R world. Just enjoy it for what it is at the end of the day. Axl's been riding on the success of UYI and AFD and has released nothing significant since then, tried to go techno and brought DJ ashba to replace slash *facepalm* so finally that him and slash are back, for however long it may be, it's better to just be happy with whatever is made available, hopefully that is some new material. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sprite Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 He only lets Del James interview him yes? Maybe he's waiting for Del's new found/rekindled fan boy crush on Slash to dissipate before diving in. Maybe's Del's a loose cannon and will slip in a question Axl doesn't want to answer because Del is curious and a fan like the rest of us? This forum is all about taking limited information and going off the deep end with conspiracies so that's mine!! On a more reasonable note I'd say @Len B'stard hit the nail on the head a few replies up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walapino Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/axl-rose-says-he-is-willing-to-carry-on-with-acdc-after-european-u-s-shows/ WTF?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillionsOfSpiders Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I'm not so bothered about an interview, yes it would be great if they did, but not If it's forced. What annoys me more is, slash and duff always share the guns n roses tour dates on social media. Axl never does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSeeker Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 36 minutes ago, Walapino said: http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/axl-rose-says-he-is-willing-to-carry-on-with-acdc-after-european-u-s-shows/ WTF?? See GNR this year - you might never get another chance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walapino Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Just now, TheSeeker said: See GNR this year - you might never get another chance Went to both shows in Vegas so im cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlight Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Axl had one last chance to make GNR big again and he's already screwing it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GNRfan2008 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Pure speculation here but I think there is a gag order by the promoters. Axl, Slash, and Duff are not allowed to say anything due to their contract with the promoter. Promoter is paranoid the whole thing will implode if someone says something that creates tension in the band. So they just don't talk about it at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitha_whiskey Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 3 hours ago, darkknite63 said: I just don't get Axl Rose sometimes. In the AC/DC BBC interview, the NME interview and the Facebook videos. He seems confident, comfortable and funny. Why can't he just sit down with Slash and Duff, and just talk. Just sit down and talk. The media blackout may have generated buzz for the first few shows, but now people want to know whats up with the band. The interviews with AC/DC have brought so much insight and cleared up all the bullshit involving Brian being fired, how Axl got the job etc. The same should be done with GN'R, just tell us about Izzy and Steven, the reunion. It doesn't have to be awkward if you just open up and talk to us, your fans. What do you guys think? Agree 100%. I said the same in another thread. It makes it so damn hard to be a GnR fan. I am fine with Axl/DC, I think. But I feel kinda pissed right now that it seems Axl is more accessible for ACDC fans than us, the die hard Gunners, begging for crumbs... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOSSY78 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 1 hour ago, Fitha_whiskey said: Agree 100%. I said the same in another thread. It makes it so damn hard to be a GnR fan. I am fine with Axl/DC, I think. But I feel kinda pissed right now that it seems Axl is more accessible for ACDC fans than us, the die hard Gunners, begging for crumbs... I agree but as fans of GnR we know the media won't just simply ask what the band wants. There are a lot of things that perhaps the band feels isn't our business. For example Slash or Axl may have decided to let the past be the past and keep their personal issues there. Honestly I wish for an interview but the how's and why's and who did what doesn't interest me. Well it does but I can understand its their personal business. As far as Axl and wanting to possibly continue with ACDC a part of me sees no problem with it. That's because other members have other bands. We have to remember that. Also other members may not be willing to make this their only band. We know for example Slash is getting ready to record with his band. We can't hold Axl to something that others won't do. Honestly I'd much rather Axl concentrate on GnR but realistically I'm thinking that if some of the other boys do things he can too. As long as they still work together but again who's to say Slash or Duff don't just want a one off here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicDwolfwood Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Geez. Just fucking wait for the Eddie Trunk interview. There is simply too much ugly baggage with Guns N Roses to just let anyone ask them about it. AC/DC isnt Axl's band. and them replacing Brian is a much less controversial topic, then exactly what the hell went on in the mid 90's with Guns that brought along the breakup. besides, this media blackout isnt hurting them in anyway. The Shows are selling just fine. They're being played all over rock radio, rock radio is giving out tickets. Hell, they added a 2nd Dodger Stadium gig because the 1st show sold out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitha_whiskey Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 4 minutes ago, BOSSY78 said: I agree but as fans of GnR we know the media won't just simply ask what the band wants. There are a lot of things that perhaps the band feels isn't our business. For example Slash or Axl may have decided to let the past be the past and keep their personal issues there. Honestly I wish for an interview but the how's and why's and who did what doesn't interest me. Well it does but I can understand its their personal business. As far as Axl and wanting to possibly continue with ACDC a part of me sees no problem with it. That's because other members have other bands. We have to remember that. Also other members may not be willing to make this their only band. We know for example Slash is getting ready to record with his band. We can't hold Axl to something that others won't do. Honestly I'd much rather Axl concentrate on GnR but realistically I'm thinking that if some of the other boys do things he can too. As long as they still work together but again who's to say Slash or Duff don't just want a one off here. Like I said, I'm fine with Axl/DC. I really can't wait to hear what it sounds like, and to hear Axl on some "new material" for the first time in almost a decade. I'm not saying they have to go on 60 Minutes and be grilled over the coals, but the big 3 could sit in front of a camera and answer some pre approved questions by some goddamn PR person or something. Like the fuckin ACDC thing. I'd just like to feel like Axl gives as much of s shit about GnR as he does ACDC. Right now, I'm not sure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOSSY78 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Just now, Fitha_whiskey said: Like I said, I'm fine with Axl/DC. I really can't wait to hear what it sounds like, and to hear Axl on some "new material" for the first time in almost a decade. I'm not saying they have to go on 60 Minutes and be grilled over the coals, but the big 3 could sit in front of a camera and answer some pre approved questions by some goddamn PR person or something. Like the fuckin ACDC thing. I'd just like to feel like Axl gives as much of s shit about GnR as he does ACDC. Right now, I'm not sure... I think we will get that but perhaps closer to their actual tour. He has already pretty much agreed to let Eddie do an interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOSSY78 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I remember the times when Axl came in the boards and answered some questions. Not many bands singers etc do that. Sure we haven't gotten one in years but it was still awesome to know he reads our stuff. Axl has always been weird about media but with ACDC they make the media calls. I do feel we will get an interview. I think this was mainly to give the fans a better answer about Brian and to maybe help fans learn a bit more respect for Axl. It's not his fault Brian can't perform Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlRoseCDII Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 3 hours ago, Walapino said: http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/axl-rose-says-he-is-willing-to-carry-on-with-acdc-after-european-u-s-shows/ WTF?? Can't see the ACDC fans being too happy with Axl sitting in a chair for the first show. :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSHGUNS Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 The last few ac/dc tours they have done some sort of interviews before a show and usually it was Angus and Brian (Williams has basically has been promoted but if you are not a die hard then no one knows who he is) and it clearly obvious that Angus is not the greatest interviewee so he probably asked Axl to help out which is why he is part of the band, he want to help them out but i bet Axl wish he didn't have to do them. Also the fact that a lot of ACDC fans are not happy about the plan , ACDC must thought they had to say something and the reason why Axl is involved. If all members of Guns N Roses stay healthy and they still have the fire then we could probably get 3-4 more big tours, ACDC if they decide to continue and if its Axl then the next could probably be the last so don't worry about Axl commitment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsfan Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 The fact that he's been starting to do more interviews lately, especially even the spur of the moment ones, tells me he's opening up and they're ok to talk. I'm expecting slash and duff to be able to talk soon.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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