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Former Guns N' Roses Drummer Steven Adler on Return to Rehab: 'I Picked Up a Bottle and Drank'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:28:32 +0000

On May 2, former Guns N' Roses and current Adler drummer Steven Adler admitted himself back into rehab for undisclosed substance abuse. The band Adler was forced to postpone its summer tour dates due to the drummer's return to rehab, and Adler himself has just written an official statement detailing exactly why he needed to go back again.

Former Guns N' Roses Drummer Steven Adler Checks Into Rehab, Postpones Summer Tour

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:55:04 +0000

Steven Adler‘s new bandÂ AdlerÂ have just been forced to postpone their 2013 summer tour. The tour’s postponement is due to Steven Adler checking back into rehab for substance abuse issues. The former Guns N’ Roses drummer has been battling with drug and alcohol issues for over two decades, even appearing on the VH1 programs ‘Celebrity Rehab [...]

Injured Guns N' Roses Concertgoer Begins Legal Action After Axl Rose Mic-Toss Incident

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:51:04 +0000

An Australian Guns N' Roses fan who had his teeth shattered at the band's recent Perth gig is in the process of taking legal action after he was injured when Axl Rose apparently tossed his cordless microphone into the crowd. The mic hit fan Darren Wright in the face and caused approximately $5000 worth of damage.

Guns N' Roses' Axl Rose: Reunion?

Scott Ronson — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:01:24 +0000

There have been plenty of offers over the years for a Guns N’ Roses reunion but will it really ever happen?Maybe a cold day in hell or when pigs fly??? Click on link below to read the complete interview: http://loudwire.com/guns-n-roses-axl-rose-there-hasnt-been-way-to-make-reunion-work/

Guns N' Roses, Foo Fighters + Helmet Rockers Fail Postal Service Auditions in 'Funny or Die' Clip

Chad Childers — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:07:43 +0000

One of Coachella's biggest draws this year is the reunion of the indie outfit Postal Service, which features the synth-led sounds of Jimmy Tamborello paired with Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard's vocals. But according to a new Funny or Die video, there were actually several recognizable rockers that tried out for the job before Gibbard was selected.

Axl Rose Proves He's Still A Putz [VIDEO]

Dubba G — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:34:04 +0000

Could this guy get any lamer? Axl Rose recently sued Activision Blizzard Inc over their Guitar Hero III game. Why? Because they used Slash as a character in the game. (Put him right on the cover to!) According to Axl, he only allowed the game maker to use Welcome To The Jungle on the condition [...]

Guns N' Roses Perform Surprise Acoustic Set at Tommy Hilfiger Store-Opening Party

Chad Childers — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 22:38:16 +0000

Guns N' Roses singer Axl Rose and fashion mogul Tommy Hilfiger may have a contentious past, but it appears that all is good between the two celebrities as the singer and his band turned up for a party in honor of Hilfiger's new flagship store Wednesday night (Feb. 13).

Most Romantic Rock Songs [VIDEO]

Dubba G — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 18:22:42 +0000

We did our best to avoid it … I even tried to pretend I forgot it … but, Valentines Day is here fellas. For those of you with no idea what to get for that special somebody, I thought I’d post a few ideas for you. (As soon as I can come with even 1 [...]

Guns N' Roses Announced as Third Headliner of New York's Governors Ball Festival

Chad Childers — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:35:55 +0000

New York's annual Governors Ball festival recently revealed its lineup for the 2013 event, and it's an eclectic mix of primarily indie rock bands and hip-hop acts. But there was one headliner not announced that remained a mystery. Organizers have now filled in that rather conspicuous blank with legendary rockers Guns N' Roses.

Guns N' Roses' DJ Ashba Cites Production Issues for Band's Concert Tardiness

Chad Childers — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 22:41:13 +0000

Guns N’ Roses have taken a few knocks in recent years for appearing onstage late or rolling past curfews as a result, but one of the main reasons for that occurrence is the production value that they’re bringing to audiences around the world. Guitarist DJ Ashba tells Australia’s Yahoo7 News that the production issues are [...]

Guns N' Roses Offer First Look at 3D Concert Film + Announce Tour Dates in Australia

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:25:59 +0000

As part of their 12-show ‘Appetite for Democracy’ residency at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. back in November, Guns N’ Roses recorded one of the shows for an upcoming 3D concert film. Fans can now get a taste of the upcoming release with a first look video preview featuring one of the band’s classic tunes, ‘Paradise City.’

Halestorm Break Out AC/DC, Judas Priest, Guns N' Roses + Skid Row Covers in Philadelphia

Chad Childers — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:11:05 +0000

In announcing their 'An Evening With…' concerts, Halestorm promised that fans would get a chance to see different sides of the band. On Thursday night (Dec. 27) in Philadelphia, the band got a chance to prove it, incorporating cover songs from AC/DC, Judas Priest, Guns N' Roses, Skid Row and more into their set.

Guns N' Roses Dedicate Indian Concert to Late Music Legend Ravi Shankar

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:12:45 +0000

On Dec. 11, sitar virtuoso and essential Beatles influence Ravi Shankar passed away. The news was learned by many the next day, inspiring many tributes and condolences in response to Shankar's death, including a special shout-out from Guns N' Roses during their Dec. 12 performance in New Delhi, India.

Nine-Year-Old Girl Sings With Guns N' Roses During Las Vegas Soundcheck

Chad Childers — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 16:20:34 +0000

The Guns N' Roses Las Vegas residency was cool as it was, but it got a little cooler this past week for one very young fan. Video footage has surfaced of the band welcoming a nine-year-old girl named Chloe, who lent her vocals to the band's 'Catcher in the Rye' while the band soundchecked for their Nov. 21st performance. The clip, with low quality audio, can be seen below.

Guns N' Roses Film Vegas 'Appetite for Democracy' Residency Show in 3D

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:45:30 +0000

Guns N’ Roses are gearing up to close out their 12-show ‘Appetite for Democracy’ residency at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas this weekend (Nov. 24.) For fans that weren’t able to make it out to one of the special shows, there may still be a way to check it out in the near future, thanks to modern technology.

Axl Rose Of Guns N' Roses On Jimmy Kimmel Live Show [VIDEO]

Yta von G — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 23:37:09 +0000

Guns n’ Roses singer, Axl Rose was on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show last night. Kimmel even opened up the show by saying, “I want to welcome you all to the jungle” then kinda swinging in there what time Rose would show up. Surprisingly he was on time. Not all topics most of us would like [...]

Guns N' Roses Fan Wants to Use $232 Million Lottery Winnings to Reunite Band

Chad Childers — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:18:36 +0000

Axl Rose has balked many a time at the possibility of reuniting the original Guns N’ Roses lineup, but that hasn’t kept one of the band’s fans from putting together a very lucrative offer. The Sun reports that Adrian Bayford just won the U.K. EuroMillions lottery and has stated that he would like to use [...]

Johnnie's Fun Link Dump – May 30, 2012 – GNR, Judas Priest, Slipknot, Guitars and More!

Johnnie Walker — Thu, 31 May 2012 05:49:15 +0000

So I got to thinking tonight as I was screwing around on the internet, "Maybe I should post some of the weird stuff I look at during the show. It keeps me entertained as I listen to rock music all night, so maybe you guys would like it, too!" So here's my link dump for the night. Most of it.

Axl Rose Threatens to Leave the Stage After Almost Getting Hit With Stuff [VIDEO]

Johnnie Walker — Wed, 23 May 2012 01:47:58 +0000

Deju vu? What do you mean he's done this before? Doesn't Axl have a reputation for being on time and totally professional and accommodating?

It's not his fault that he made Liverpool wait more than two hours to take the stage. It must have been the...you know...that...other thing.

Something We Can All Enjoy – Axl Rose Falls Off Stage! [VIDEO]

Johnnie Walker — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:12:17 +0000

Whether you love Guns N Roses or not, one unifying thing seems to be Axl’s ridiculous antics. He can’t show up on time to play, skips out on Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductions, hates everyone (it seems), and spends millions of dollars and almost as many years to put out one album. So [...]