That's Not Metal TNM Encore: Guns N Roses Reunion Special
Oct 13, 2015
The podcast dives into the buzz surrounding a potential Guns N' Roses reunion. It critiques Axl Rose's current image and performance, reflecting on the excitement of past concerts versus present realities. There's a candid discussion on whether Slash has experienced the same decline as Axl, with a focus on the duo's contrasting trajectories since their heyday. The conversation reveals listeners' disillusionment with the idea of a reunion, while some still cherish the nostalgia of their early days, highlighting a longing for a different kind of rock experience.
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Nostalgia Powers Ticket Sales
- Beez and Hill note fans still attend Guns N' Roses shows despite Axl's behaviour, showing lasting power of early records.
- This suggests nostalgia and the band's classic material continue to drive ticket sales even amid controversy.
From Leeds High To Reading Low
- Beez recounts seeing Guns N' Roses at Leeds 2003 and then immediately booking another show because the band were outstanding.
- He contrasts that high with a later Reading performance where Axl's poor condition ruined the experience.
Slash's Solo Work Lacks Edge
- Hill criticises Slash's recent solo work as bland and derivative compared to his Guns material.
- He argues Slash's current projects lack the danger and excitement that defined the band's classic songs.