You are not logged in. Please register or login.
- Topics: Active | Unanswered
#2831 Re: Guns N' Roses » BBF Leaving Gifts For GN'R Fans In Arena » 749 weeks ago
Very, very cool thing to do.
I was actually considering purchasing one of his albums and Abnormal was one of them. So that's cool that some of the concert goers got a copy. 
Such a stand up guy and a true member to represent this band!
#2832 Re: Guns N' Roses » Gods of Metal June 22nd » 749 weeks ago
Yeah...DJ plays the songs respectfully....like I'd guess for most old school fans they want slash...but in the absence of slash they want the songs played like slash would play them....the problem with robin is he both wasn't slash and also had no intention to play like slash....
I've never been into the 3 guitarists thing...but they do make it work these days...to me the primary thing missing is more new material....
New material would help this band so much! Eventually it needs to happen or alot of fans or casuals are not going to show or follow this current lineup. I understand Robin wanted to do his own thing and play the songs the way he felt represented his own style which I'm glad Axl allowed. There is a uniqueness to his tone as do the other alumni and current members. 
#2833 Re: Guns N' Roses » Gods of Metal June 22nd » 749 weeks ago
james, did you see this line up live? DJ is miles ahead of finck. his solos are better, his stage presence is better, his interpretations of slash solos are better, hell he even brings most of finck`s stuff to a new level... and axl`s stage presence sure isn`t diminishing. if there`s one thing to criticise it`s his voice, but having seen him 2 weeks ago, there were only a few moments where i thought he sounded off...
This is how I look at it as well. From the videos I've been able to catch. DJ doesn't let me down in terms of his skill at the songs especially the material from Appetite and CD. He seems to be always in a good mood when playing to the crowd. He is certainly not the best guitar player; but he knows how to play the fuck out of Slash's leads and the rhythm parts. I know that DJ has so much respect for Slash that he doesn't want the screw up the songs. He's got a killer 80's hard rock/radio friendly tone and style that I like. As for Axl, it's just getting older that I think he has his moments where a song won't go the right way it should or it could be he needs to start practicing his voice more before each show. Going to sound check numerous times wouldn't hurt either and cut down on the Oxygen tank a little. 
The problem is Axl is the one who makes the final call on what's next for this band besides another tour. Who knows there might be a new album already done that just needs the label's approval and some promotion. This new one needs a much better marketing strategy than CD. The marketing for that was a train wreck and now people are suddenly starting to get into it after being out for 3 1/2 years.
#2834 Re: Guns N' Roses » Gods of Metal June 22nd » 749 weeks ago
I'm usually a defender of Fortus as I think he's a great guitarist...however the broader issue that you don't need three guitarists remains.....and I guess logically it's fortus that should go at this point if someone is to go....
Why?
In the 2002 era I believe the band should have just been Bucket on all leads and fortus on Rhythm.
In the modern era that would follow to have Bumble and Fortus...but then listening to Sixx:Am i think DJ is most likely to be the best new songwriter...so he has to be in....yet you can't loose bumble cos no one but him can play bucket's CD songs....so bottom line is it has to be DJ+Bumble on guitars...there's no reason they couldn't alternate leads/rhythm between them IMO though...as much as I love richard in general.
I agree with all of these points! I do like Finck's time in the band and he was important and essential to the early shows and CD's development. He is a great player and brought in a specific sound especially on the 06-07 shows. I like Richard's playing as well and I think the band has found a way to balance out the shows in a way where each guitarist doesn't have their hands full. I was impressed with This is Gonna Hurt when I purchased it and I believe some of the songs DJ sent to Axl will be a step in the right direction. The only people that need to record their parts are DJ, maybe Tommy or Frank and any new vocals Axl has to put in for some of the vault or new material. Hoping something comes around soon!
#2835 Re: Guns N' Roses » BBF Leaving Gifts For GN'R Fans In Arena » 749 weeks ago
Ron even stated he showed some fans around the arena and see backstage. He is a great person to represent the current band. Some of these guys really care about the fans. Hope the gift is something cool. I think it may be a framed photo of the band or something better.
#2836 Re: The Sunset Strip » Most Recent Movie You've Seen » 749 weeks ago
Saw Pixar's Brave a few days ago. It was a good film with great visual effects, animation, and the voice acting was good. The opening short was well done too. Definitely not Pixar or Disney's best or my favorite animated film; but overall it was quite enjoyable. Thought the story could of needed some work and more action. Still hoping for that Incredibles sequel. Monsters University looks promising and so does the Disney film, Wreck-It-Ralph too.
#2837 Re: The Sunset Strip » Clockwork Angels Album & Tour-Rush » 750 weeks ago
Anyone want to discuss some Rush music in this community?
#2838 Re: The Sunset Strip » Vinyl LPs (In general) » 750 weeks ago
Got myself a copy of Invisible Touch (album) by Genesis for only five bucks at an antique shop! Score! 
#2839 Re: The Sunset Strip » Van Halen Discussion » 750 weeks ago
HELL YEAH!! Finally we get an awesome act this time around!
#2840 Re: The Sunset Strip » The BATMAN Thread » 750 weeks ago
Here's his latest:
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc … 5986_n.jpg
Love this one too. These keep getting better & better.
