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Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
tejastech08 wrote:Why the fuck did we have to see GN'R fall apart over creative differences when they could have just followed the AC/DC model and pumped out an Appetite clone 6-8 times over the last 20 years?
You'd want that?
Uhm, yes?
Well, to be precise I'd prefer the diversity of the three first albums.
Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
Is Eddie Trunk just stirring shit?
I can't imagine they'd fire Brian on any grounds. He's an icon.
Brian's hearing is definitely damaged.
It is not a small thing when a doctor tells you that you are risking total hearing loss either.
I'd say in all seriousness that AC/DC are done and plan to wind up after this tour for good.
After the last show they're all out.
Until then Axl is going to cover vocals.
But Ac/DC won't continue beyond this run of shows.
Here we are. First official word from Brian on his hearing loss.
"Quoting almost verbatim, he told us how the doctors are still treating his ears weekly with direct injections into the ear drum and how the care is not fun for him, hoping that he can recover a minimum of hearing and resistance.
"The left ear is really bad and it is impossible for Brian to hear even the tone of the guitars.
"For this reason, he says, he does not want to embarrass the band nor the fans. Even the right ear has worsened significantly and is struggling to improve.
"He concludes that the affection shown to him has helped him a lot in these dark days. Thank you and greets everyone."
Source: https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/ge … _fans.html
Eddie Trunk is acting the shitehawk here.
- tejastech08
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Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
Well Brian has put out a statement backing up Angus' side of it, which is that Brian's doctors told him he will go deaf if he keeps playing stadium and arena gigs. He said he hopes to be able to do studio recording in the future, but right now he is focusing on his health. He also said he's not retiring, so that is gonna put Angus in a weird spot. AC/DC put out that statement wishing Brian well in future endeavors, which sounds like a permanent farewell message.
- monkeychow
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Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
Interesting - the previous silence from Brian was what had made me wonder if some of these shafting rumours were true.
I wonder if we could have a scenario where Brian records the albums and Axl tours them? Insane but what isn't these days.
Have a listen to "Rock the House" on the last album
Young Brian still got it in the studio at least.
Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
Well Brian has put out a statement backing up Angus' side of it, which is that Brian's doctors told him he will go deaf if he keeps playing stadium and arena gigs. He said he hopes to be able to do studio recording in the future, but right now he is focusing on his health. He also said he's not retiring, so that is gonna put Angus in a weird spot. AC/DC put out that statement wishing Brian well in future endeavors, which sounds like a permanent farewell message.
It's like the GNR press circuit. 'Is he in... is he out?'
I would also like to express my gratitude to those who chose to embrace Brian's role in AC/DC and support our new line up. We greatly appreciate Brian's contributions and remain open to "discussions" as there are obviously several issues to resolve. In the meantime rather than dwelling on the negative, Axl/DC will be moving forward and surprisingly (without giving away any details) this unfortunate set of circumstances may have given us the opportunity to take our moneymaking tour that one extra step further. Regardless we hope to announce a retirement date within the next few months.
Sincerely,
- monkeychow
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Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
As many AC/DC fans know, the remaining shows for the 2016 AC/DC Rock or Bust World Tour, including 10 postponed U.S. shows, are being rescheduled with a guest singer. I want personally to explain the reason because I don’t believe the earlier press releases sufficiently set out what I wanted to say to our fans or the way in which I thought it should be presented.
On March 7th, after a series of examinations by leading physicians in the field of hearing loss, I was advised that if I continue to perform at large venues, I risked total deafness. While I was horrified at the reality of the news that day, I had for a time become aware that my partial hearing loss was beginning to interfere with my performance on stage. I was having difficulty hearing the guitars on stage and because I was not able to hear the other musicians clearly, I feared the quality of my performance could be compromised. In all honesty this was something I could not in good conscience allow. Our fans deserve my performance to be at the highest level, and if for any reason I can’t deliver that level of performance I will not disappoint our fans or embarrass the other members of AC/DC. I am not a quitter and I like to finish what I start, nevertheless, the doctors made it clear to me and my bandmates that I had no choice but to stop performing on stage for the remaining shows and possibly beyond. That was the darkest day of my professional life.
Since that day, I have had several consultations with my doctors and it appears that, for the near future, I will be unable to perform on stage at arena and stadium size venues where the sound levels are beyond my current tolerance, without the risk of substantial hearing loss and possibly total deafness. Until that time, I tried as best as I could to continue despite the pain and hearing loss but it all became too much to bear and too much to risk.
I am personally crushed by this development more than anyone could ever imagine. The emotional experience I feel now is worse than anything I have ever in my life felt before. Being part of AC/DC, making records and performing for the millions of devoted fans this past 36 years has been my life’s work. I cannot imagine going forward without being part of that, but for now I have no choice. The one thing for certain is that I will always be with AC/DC at every show in spirit, if not in person.
Most importantly, I feel terrible having to disappoint the fans who bought tickets for the canceled shows and who have steadfastly supported me and AC/DC these many years. Words cannot express my deep gratitude and heartfelt thanks not just for the recent outpouring to me personally of kind words and good wishes, but also for the years of loyal support of AC/DC. My thanks also go to Angus and Cliff for their support.
Finally, I wish to assure our fans that I am not retiring. My doctors have told me that I can continue to record in studios and I intend to do that. For the moment, my entire focus is to continue medical treatment to improve my hearing. I am hoping that in time my hearing will improve and allow me to return to live concert performances. While the outcome is uncertain, my attitude is optimistic. Only time will tell.
Once again, my sincere best wishes and thanks to everyone for their support and understanding.
Love,
Brian
Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
No mention of Axl in Brian's missive. Anything to be read into that?
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- tejastech08
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Re: Axl Rose joins AC/DC
Fuck Brian is a class act. Love that guy.
Yep. Feel bad for him. Hearing is a precious gift for all of us. Sucks to have that kind of damage.
