Formed: 1985
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Last Known Status: Active
Latest Guns N Roses News
Below is our complete Guns N Roses news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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New Guns N Roses Album Reaches Number 2 In U.K.
Billboard has issued the following report from London's Paul Sexton:
In an all-new top three on the UK album chart, THE KILLERS' Day & Age (Vertigo/Universal) took the #1 spot ahead of GUNS N' ROSES' Chinese Democracy (Black Frog/Geffen), while TAKE THAT scored its 11th UK career #1 single with 'Greatest Day' (Polydor/Universal).
The Killers thus complete a perfect trio of studio albums: Hot Fuss was released in June 2004 and spent two weeks at the summit the following January, while Sam's Town spent three weeks at the top in October 2006. Welsh-born 2007 X Factor runner-up RHYDIAN arrived at #3 with a self-titled debut set for Syco Music/Sony BMG.
Guns N' Roses Lawyer Blasts Dr Pepper
Billboard.com reports: The lawyer for Guns N' Roses and Axl Rose has castigated Dr Pepper, accusing the soda maker of failing to deliver on its promotion to offer free soda in celebration of the band's new album, "Chinese Democracy." Guns N' Roses was never involved in the campaign.
Beverly Hills-based Alan Gutman has written to Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc. president and CEO Larry Young, accusing the company of operating an online redemption scheme that was an "unmitigated disaster which defrauded customers." Gutman is demanding that Dr Pepper makes good on its offer by extending the period for the offer; he also wants full-page apologies in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, USA Today and the Wall Street Journal.
Gutman's letter makes clear his view that the original campaign was an "exploitation of my clients' legendary reputation and their eagerly awaited album" and "brazenly violated our clients' rights." He is also seeking an "appropriate payment ... for the unauthorized use and abuse of their publicity and intellectual property rights," with the threat of further action if an acceptable offer is not made.
Read the full article at Billboard.com.
Guns N Roses Contributes Song For WWE Event
WWE has signed Guns 'n Roses to provide the official theme song for the Armageddon pay per view.
The band's song, "Chinese Democracy", from their long awaited new album with the same name, has been pegged as the official theme song for the Armageddon pay per view in December.
"Chinese Democracy" thus far has peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles list. The additional exposure with WWE should increase awareness in the album.
Chinese Government Speaks On Guns N Roses Album
A Chinese newspaper entitled, "The Global Times," which is run by the ruling Communist party has run an article expressing disgust with Guns N Roses for the title track of their new album, "Chinese Democracy." In an article Monday headlined "American band releases album venomously attacking China," the Global Times said unidentified Chinese Internet users had described the album as part of a plot by some in the West to "grasp and control the world using democracy as a pawn."
The album "turns its spear point on China," the article said.
China's Foreign Ministry did not respond to faxed questions about the article, although a spokesman speaking on routine condition of anonymity said: "We don't need to comment on that." More...
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New Guns N Roses Album Banned In China
Guns N Roses has finally released their eagerly awaited new album, "Chinese Democracy," to the world. However, for fans in China, they will have to go underground for the album as the Chinese government has deemed the album inappropriate for the public. A video report from New Tang Dynasty Television discussing the album, it's banning and sales can be viewed below and features a contribution from Chthonic mainman Freddy Lim. More...
Slash Solo Album To Feature Ozzy Osbourne
Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has been confirmed to appear on the legendary guitarist, Slash's first solo album. Another vocalist confirmed, is none other than Black Eyed Peas frontwoman Fergie. This was confirmed by Slash's wife Perla Hudon in a video interview which you can check out below. More...
Don't Forget To Get Your Free Dr. Pepper Tomorrow
Dr Pepper is making good on its promise of free soda now that the release of Guns N' Roses' "Chinese Democracy" is a reality. The soft-drink maker said in March that it would give a free soda to everyone in America if the album dropped in 2008. "Chinese Democracy," infamously delayed since recording began in 1994, goes on sale Sunday.
"We never thought this day would come," Tony Jacobs, Dr Pepper's vice president of marketing, said in a statement. "But now that it's here, all we can say is: The Dr Pepper's on us."
Beginning Sunday at 12:01 a.m., coupons for a free 20-ounce soda will be available for 24 hours on Dr Pepper's Web site. They'll be honored until Feb. 28.
Hear GNR's Entire "Chinese Democracy" Album Online
Guns N’ Roses will be world premiering their long-awaited album "Chinese Democracy" on their MySpace page tonight at 12AM EST (9PM PST). The album will be hitting Best Buy stores exclusively on November 23rd. The band leaked a new song, "Better," earlier this week and the title track single is all over radio.
Guns N Roses Posts New Single "Better" Online
Guns N Roses's new single, "Better" is now streaming online at Q104.3 FM radio station. You can check it out by clicking here. The song is the second to be officialy leaked from the long awaited album, "Chinese Democracy" which is schedule to hit the shelves on November 23rd. Other release dates are listed below.
Americas:
Brazil: November 27th
Canada: November 23rd
Colombia: November 23rd
Mexico: November 24th
Europe:
Austria: November 21st
Belgium: November 21st
Denmark: November 24th
Finland: November 23rd
France: November 22nd
Germany: November 22nd
Greece: November 24th
Ireland: November 21st
Italy: November 21st
Netherlands: November 21st
Norway: November 22nd
Poland: November 21st
Portugal: November 24th
Spain: November 25th
Sweden: November 24th
Switzerland: November 21st
UK: November 24th
Asia and Australia:
Australia: November 21st
Japan: November 22nd
Guns N Roses Replaces More Members
The Guns N Roses Newswire has reported the following:
"With the countdown to the release of Chinese Democracy up and running on Guns N' Roses' official website, updates and info has been posted more frequently on their MySpace page.
"The latest changes made are to the current band members information, where guitarist Robin Finck and drummer Bryan "Brain" Mantia are no longer listed."
The members list now reads: Axl Rose, Tommy Stinson, Dizzy Reed, Bumblefoot, Chris Pitman, Richard Fortus, Frank Ferrer.
Brian May Disappointed by Guns N' Roses Snub
Queen guitarist Brian May is disappointed after learning his contribution to the new Guns N' Roses album was dropped by frontman Axl Rose.
May teamed up with the band in 1999 to collaborate on track "Catcher N' The Rye" for their long awaited new LP, "Chinese Democracy," which has been 14 years in the making.
But May recently found out that his efforts have been removed from the final version of the song.
He says, "It is a shame. I was proud of it."
"Chinese Democracy" will be out November 23rd through Black Frog/Geffen Records, and exclusively through Best Buy stores in the USA.
Led Zeppelin Among Winners At Classic Rock Awards
Led Zeppelin, Whitesnake, Paul Stanley, Ozzy Osbourne and Foo Fighters amongst others were all honoured at the Classic Rock awards last night. Led Zeppelin were presented the award of "Event Of The Year" for their reunion concert at London's 02 Arena which attracted over a million people applying for tickets.
Ozzy Osbourne also received braging rights as he was crowned with the Living Legend Award by ex- Guns N Roses/Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash.
AC/DC picked up the award for DVD Of The Year with their latest home video release "Plug Me In"
Whitesnake were able to pick the award for Best Album with their latest album, "Good To Be Bad" and KISS frontman Paul Stanley was presented Showman Of The Year award.
A short video about Ozzy Osbourne receiving the Living Legend award can be viewed below. More...
Read the full article at GigWise.
Guns N' Roses Premieres New Commercial
Guns N' Roses premiered a new commercial teaser for "Chinese Democracy" during Saturday Night Live over the weekend. The 30 second spot features the recently released title track and information about the album pre-sale. You can watch the commercial below.
Chinese Democracy will be out November 23rd through Black Frog/Geffen Records, and exclusively through Best Buy stores in the USA. More...
Cypress Hill Frontman B Real Slams Guns N Roses
B Real, the leader of legendary hip-hop group Cypress Hill recently did an interview with The Sun (English newspaper), during which he said “It’s Guns N’ Roses only in the sense of the name, it’s not them.” He mentioned that he was disapointed that Axl Rose was the sole remaining member of the original lineup since he was his least favourite member. Cypress Hill will be working with former Guns N Roses guitarist Slash on their new studio album which also boasts guest appearances from Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave fame.
Regardless of B Real's comments, Guns N Roses look as though they will be experiencing great success with their new album, "Chinese Democracy," the title track of which was the most played record in the United States on it's day of release.
Cogil Pleads Not Guilty In GNR Leak Court Case
The man accused of leaking several Guns N Roses tracks online recenlty pleaded not guilty in a Los Angeles federal court.
Kevin Cogill, 27, is accused of violating federal copyright laws by uploading nine tracks from the veteran rockers' highly anticipated forthcoming album "Chinese Democracy" on his website this summer.
Cogill admitted to uploading the tracks, but Guns N Roses issued a statement after his arrest saying that although they did not support his actions, "our interest is in the original source (of the leak)."
Cogill faces up to five years in a federal prison if convicted of the misdemeanour count, reports E! Online. A trial date has not yet been set.
Dr. Pepper To Honour Guns N Roses Promise
Kamau High from Billboard.biz is reporting:
GUNS N' ROSES fans thirsting for the upcoming Chinese Democracy will have a sweet, fizzy treat to savor as they listen.
Dr Pepper is making good on a prior promise to provide every person in America a can of the soft drink if the album were to arrive in 2008, and yesterday (October 22) revealed details of the plan.
"We never thought this day would come," says Dr Pepper VP of marketing Tony Jacobs. "But now that it's here all we can say is: The Dr Pepper's on us." More...
Listen To GNR's "Chinese Democracy" Online
The title track and first single from Guns N Roses's latest album, “Chinese Democracy,” was released to radio at 5:00AM eastern time today. Two of the recordings have been recently released -- “Shackler’s Revenge” debuted September 14 in the “Rock Band 2” videogame and “If The World” debuted October 11 in the film Body Of Lies.
IHeartMusic.com Guns N Roses' new title track, "Chinese Democracy," is now streaming on IHeartMusic.com and Imeem.com.
More than 10 years in the making, "Chinese Democracy" is scheduled for release exclusively through BestBuy on Sunday, November 23, 2008. Produced by Axl Rose and Caram Costanzo, Chinese Democracy includes 14 tracks.
“The release of Chinese Democracy marks a historic moment in rock ‘n’ roll,” said Irving Azoff and Andy Gould, Guns N’ Roses’ co-managers, “and we’re launching with a monumental campaign that matches the groundbreaking sound of the album itself. Guns N’ Roses fans have every reason to celebrate, for this is only the beginning.” More...
Guns N Roses Posts New Single Sample Online
A 55 second video clip containing parts of the title track from Guns N Roses forthcoming new album, "Chinese Democracy" has been posted online via YouTube. You can listen to it by checking out the clip below. The single will be heading out to radio stations tomorrow and will be hitting the airwaves shortly.
The album will be released exclusively through BestBuy on sunday the 23rd of November and contains the following tracklisting:
1. Chinese Democracy
2. Shackler's Revenge
3. Better
4. Street Of Dreams
5. If The World
6. There Was A Time
7. Catcher N' The Rye
8. Scraped
9. Riad N' The Bedouins
10. Sorry
11. I.R.S.
12. Madagascar
13. This I Love
14. Prostitute More...
Guns N Roses Posts Promotional Clips Online
BestBuy has posted a series of short promotional videos in anticipation of "Chinese Democracy", the new studio album from Guns N Roses which has been over ten years in the making. You can check out some of the clips below.
Guns N Roses will released "Chinese Democracy" on November 23rd exclusively through BestBuy and features the following tracklisting:
1. Chinese Democracy
2. Shackler's Revenge
3. Better
4. Street Of Dreams
5. If The World
6. There Was A Time
7. Catcher N' The Rye
8. Scraped
9. Riad N' The Bedouins
10. Sorry
11. I.R.S.
12. Madagascar
13. This I Love
14. Prostitute More...
Guns N Roses Revises Album Tracklisting
Guns N Roses has apparantly changed the tracklisting of their forthcoming, highly anticipated new studio album, "Chinese Democracy" from the previous list.
The tracklisting is now as follows:
1. Chinese Democracy
2. Shackler's Revenge
3. Better
4. Street Of Dreams
5. If The World
6. There Was A Time
7. Catcher N' The Rye
8. Scraped
9. Riad N' The Bedouins
10. Sorry
11. I.R.S.
12. Madagascar
13. This I Love
14. Prostitute
The album will apparantly be released on November 23rd in BestBuy stores and will feature two different front covers. Dr. Pepper recently confirmed that they will honour their promise of a free can of Dr. Pepper for everyone in the United States with the exception of Slash and Buckethead if "Chinese Democracy" comes out this year.
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