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Title: Slash does a good deed! Post by: loretian on March 09, 2005, 05:29:36 PM Saw this over on melodicrock.com (http://www.melodicrock.com) (thanks, Andrew!):
SLASH TAKES TIME TO ANSWER A FAN PLEA FOR HELP: The following story is brought to you with great pleasure. A long time contact of mine in LA sent this through today - eager to pass on his experience with the legendary Velvet Revolver/ex-Guns N Roses guitarist Slash. My friend writes: "I was eating at Casa Vega restaurant in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles yesterday with my best friend. I was trying to cheer her up because her 19 year old daughter has a serious substance abuse problem and won't listen to anyone. Sitting at the table next to us was Slash from Velvet Revolver/Guns 'n' Roses, with his small child. After a little debate as if we should bother Slash, she asked him to please call her daughter on her cell phone because he obviously had beaten whatever demons he had in the past and maybe the kid would listen to him. Without hesitation Slash asked my friend a couple of questions and left a message for her on the daughters' phone. The daughter has not been answering her phone or returning calls. The daughter returned the calls today and had the first pleasant conversation with her mom in ages. Growing up the mom and daughter's signature song was Sweet Child 'o' Mine by Gun's 'n' Roses. My friend who doesn't cry much shed several tears yesterday. With all the negative publicity "Rock Stars" get I thought this story should be told. The fact that we bothered someone who was trying to enjoy a peaceful Saturday lunch with his child and he didn't hesitate a bit in any way. He showed actual concern and compassion for the situation. This may have been the turning point in a change for the better. Thanks to Slash for something we will NEVER forget." Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Walapino on March 09, 2005, 06:17:05 PM cool! Slash rocks!
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: *Izzy* on March 09, 2005, 06:33:33 PM Yeah, Slash is a fuckin' legend? : ok: He rocks
:smoking: Izzy? :smoking: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: mrlee on March 09, 2005, 06:35:48 PM Slash is just a good guy!!! plus he's english at heart. A man from Stoke on trent. 30 mins drive away. They should build him a monument.
Slash YOU rule!!!! Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: echrisl on March 10, 2005, 02:50:13 AM That's an awesome story ... Slash is truly a nice guy! : ok:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Queen of Everything on March 10, 2005, 03:03:00 AM Slash is a bloody legend!!!!!!! : ok:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Drew on March 10, 2005, 11:03:44 AM Very nice.
Thanks for sharing this story with us Loretian. :yes: : ok: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: usurper on March 10, 2005, 12:13:06 PM Thats so cool! Slash is a good guy, he never took it too far.
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: jarmo on March 10, 2005, 12:28:48 PM That's really nice of Slash to do that. :)
/jarmo Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: estranged88 on March 10, 2005, 03:25:32 PM Slash is awesome!
I hope he wasn't crowded after he made the call but that was a really cool thing for him to do. Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: mikegiuliana on March 10, 2005, 05:25:12 PM classy gent.. :beer:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: coolman78SLASH on March 11, 2005, 05:59:48 AM That was a real cool thing to do. I know if I was strugglin' with drugs, and Slash leaved a message on my phone saying that I should stop or whatever, that would help me a lot, so this was an awsome thing to do !
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Genesis on March 11, 2005, 08:00:14 AM Cool! : ok:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: RKD on March 11, 2005, 04:53:00 PM I gotta Say Slash is my Idol, he is a good family man with a good heart and still has time to live life to its fullest. Thats everything i want to be in life. Great Man, cool guy. : ok:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Queen of Everything on March 11, 2005, 11:04:08 PM I gotta Say Slash is my Idol, he is a good family man with a good heart and still has time to live life to its fullest. Thats everything i want to be in life. Great Man, cool guy.? : ok: here here Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 10:01:28 AM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet. Anything for publicity.
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Booker Floyd on March 12, 2005, 11:57:33 AM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet.? Anything for publicity. Are you kidding me? ??? Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Mikkamakka on March 12, 2005, 12:00:36 PM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet.? Anything for publicity. :rofl: I hope you are joking. :-\ Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 12:04:52 PM I'm serious. And even if he didn't think it would end up on the 'net, I think people are making too big a deal of it. Like, Slash is a hero just because he called someone.
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Falcon on March 12, 2005, 12:06:02 PM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet.? Anything for publicity. Are you kidding me?? ??? Probably not Booker, baitiing for sure though.. Sounds as though someone's trying to provoke an argument by diminshing Slash's 'good deed" by portraying it as a publicity stunt. Very typical behavior around here... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 12:12:44 PM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet.? Anything for publicity. Are you kidding me?? ??? Probably not Booker, baitiing for sure though.. Sounds as though someone's trying to provoke an argument by diminshing Slash's 'good deed" by portraying it as a publicity stunt. Very typical behavior around here... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: BP on March 12, 2005, 12:24:56 PM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet. Anything for publicity. Are you kidding me? ??? Probably not Booker, baitiing for sure though.. Sounds as though someone's trying to provoke an argument by diminshing Slash's 'good deed" by portraying it as a publicity stunt. Very typical behavior around here... no it's simply looks like a leak. %99 of what these people do with there personal life is not read on the net... they know it. get with it. -BP Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Falcon on March 12, 2005, 02:04:56 PM No, I'm not trying to provoke anything.? I just think that people are making too big a deal of this.? And if people have this kind of reaction to such a trivial thing, then it makes the whole seem like a publicity stunt. It was obviously not a trivial thing to those involved, which is all that matters. As for the people are making too big a deal of this comment, it's not like it's been picked up by every major news source on the planet, it's only been reported by a small time internet music news site and mildly discussed on a few Slash related forums.. No calls for Knighthood or Humanitarian Award nomination propaganda going on anywhere to speak of, just acknowledgement of a nice gesture... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 02:39:35 PM No, I'm not trying to provoke anything.? I just think that people are making too big a deal of this.? And if people have this kind of reaction to such a trivial thing, then it makes the whole seem like a publicity stunt. As for the people are making too big a deal of this comment, it's not like it's been picked up by every major news source on the planet, it's only been reported by a small time internet music news site and mildly discussed on a few Slash related forums.. No calls for Knighthood or Humanitarian Award nomination propaganda going on anywhere to speak of, just acknowledgement of a nice gesture... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: the dirt on March 12, 2005, 02:47:48 PM Why is a nice gesture worth even mentioning? Why is speculation on hypothetical alterior motives relating to this "good deed" worth mentioning? Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 03:08:04 PM Why is a nice gesture worth even mentioning? Why is speculation on hypothetical alterior motives relating to this "good deed" worth mentioning? Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Booker Floyd on March 12, 2005, 03:11:26 PM Well, I was referring to the people on this forum making a big deal of it. No you werent. I knew you had a penchant for making things up to disrespect the ex-members, but I just assumed you had a geuninely poor memory. But apparently youve got a penchant for outright lying. "I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet. ?Anything for publicity." The "he" is Slash, and you said he did what he did for publicity. ?Dont lie to back out of your claims... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: a fan on March 12, 2005, 03:15:03 PM Well, I was referring to the people on this forum making a big deal of it. No you werent. "I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet. ?Anything for publicity." The "he" is Slash, and you said he did what he did for publicity. ?Dont lie to back out of your claims... Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Mikkamakka on March 12, 2005, 03:40:06 PM Well, I was referring to the people on this forum making a big deal of it. No you werent. "I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet. ?Anything for publicity." The "he" is Slash, and you said he did what he did for publicity. ?Dont lie to back out of your claims... So it means he knew it :confused: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Falcon on March 12, 2005, 03:57:48 PM Well, I was referring to the people on this forum making a big deal of it.? A page+ of commentary and no calls for saint status would hardly constitute a big deal.? There's been more passionate conversation about your accusations of "publicity stunt" than talk of the good deed itself. Why is a nice gesture worth even mentioning? When is a positive act by someone that might make a difference in another's life not worth mentioning? Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: mikegiuliana on March 12, 2005, 03:58:38 PM He did something nice it wound up here so what's the big deal? I seriously doubt he would do something like that to get some leak on the net of websites that people already like or dislike the person.. I'm sure tons of shit happen like little things that make people's day that we never hear about.. Nice to hear something positive.. : ok:
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: *Izzy* on March 12, 2005, 07:04:38 PM Everyone shut the fuck up and get back to sayin' Slash is great please? : ok:
1.If you were Slash would you have done the same thing? 2.If someone asked you to call a complete stranger would you? :smoking: Izzy? :smoking: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: tomass74 on March 13, 2005, 10:14:26 PM I'm sure he knew this would end up on the internet.? Anything for publicity. Unbelievable :no: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Tj on March 14, 2005, 07:59:08 AM Hmm. Surely you guys can understand kind of where A Fan is coming from? I'm not suggesting Slash did it for publicity, and yeah...it was a really nice thing to do, but I don't think something as simple as that shows Slash is such a great person blah blah blah (not to say that he isn't, of course). I think the main thing people can learn from it is that it's so easy to do a nice, little good deed for someone else, that can have a huge positive effect.
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: darkmonth on March 14, 2005, 08:05:21 AM a lot more on this forum is far more insignificant than this... so what's the problem? one small thread isn't 'making a big deal' out of it. it's merely mentioning it.
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Booker Floyd on March 14, 2005, 08:53:43 AM Hmm. Surely you guys can understand kind of where A Fan is coming from? No. Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: echrisl on March 14, 2005, 09:15:36 AM Oh come on people, you seriously think Slash did this because he wanted to generate some positive publicity? Seriously?
I'm sure it had nothing to do with his own experiences with drug addiction ... ::) Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Intercourse on March 16, 2005, 12:01:15 PM Jesus Christ...
Some of you people just cannot have anything good said about the ex-members of GNR. Let me put it to you this way. How many requests do you think Slash and other celebs get a month to visit sick kids or donate money or time to the million worthy causes out there? How many wack jobs do you think come up to Slash to ask for autographs, advice, money, guitar tricks, record deals, support slots, jobs...etc.? The guy took a phone and offered advice to a young person who obviously needed it to come from someone she greatly admired. Job well done. To think he was doing it because maybe by chance it'll get on the internet to make you Slash haters think differently about him..... :P News Flash: Slash doesn't give a hot fuck that a few of you out there in Axl Land hate his guts. He didn't do this good deed as some way to get back into your hearts, you are simply not that important to him, none of us are. He's a famous rock star, he's better things to do. Unbelievable. Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: St.heathen on March 16, 2005, 02:23:41 PM It's a bit sad really if you question the merit behind a good gesture. As people have already pointed out, he doesn't think about *oh what of this gets on the net* Or *this will be good for my profile*.
Bull shit. You need to get out more if you think every rock star is constantly thinking about the internet fans opinions on everything they do - they wouldn't ever do anything if they were! They don't give a shit what you or I think. They are out there living it. I have read many many Slash interviews and watched many and have met him. And i can say that Slash is a such cool guy and is not the type to cause a big fuss about every thing he does. I didn't even know he played on the "RAY" film soundtrack untill i read it in the Guitar mag this week. This constant bitching and over reaction to things by those who believe they have to play a part in this VS thing. It's total bull shit. Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: tomass74 on March 17, 2005, 12:05:30 AM ? I didn't even know he played on the "RAY" film soundtrack untill i read it in the Guitar mag this week. I didn't know either. Thanks for the info. Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Cubb on March 17, 2005, 03:59:01 PM i so dont think he done it 4 publicity because he probly wud have liked his idol to call him up an offer him advice wen he was struglin with drug abuse,an i suppose he probly felt a bit responsable cus he was famous 4 doin drugs an this girl was jus tryin to be like her idol an he wantd to help her.plus i dont think he wud do a publicity stunt with his child sittin ther!
I think it was really nice of him,he cud have turned roun an been a real premadonna an said "im a rockstar i dont have time 4 this" witch is wat a lot of big headed stars wud have done(i can think of 1 in particular) an he probly wantd 2 set a gud example 4 his kid 2. as 4 it being made a big deal,well i think its stupid that a couple of people on a bord to do with peolpe like him cant make it a big deal!after all thats y we ar all on this board,to talk about things like this an praise our idols as much as we can. slash is a god in my books an that will never change no matter wat ne1 says. Rock on :peace: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: N.I.B on March 18, 2005, 10:37:58 PM GN'R has bad reputaitions but in the end i think there just good ol' softies ddep down inside :P
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: N.I.B on March 18, 2005, 10:39:14 PM GN'R has bad reputaitions but in the end i think there just good ol' softies deep down inside :P
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: axl_rose_700 on April 17, 2005, 05:26:42 PM Lege
Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Marz on April 20, 2005, 03:50:52 PM Saw this over on melodicrock.com (http://www.melodicrock.com) (thanks, Andrew!): SLASH TAKES TIME TO ANSWER A FAN PLEA FOR HELP: The following story is brought to you with great pleasure. A long time contact of mine in LA sent this through today - eager to pass on his experience with the legendary Velvet Revolver/ex-Guns N Roses guitarist Slash. My friend writes: "I was eating at Casa Vega restaurant in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles yesterday with my best friend. I was trying to cheer her up because her 19 year old daughter has a serious substance abuse problem and won't listen to anyone. Sitting at the table next to us was Slash from Velvet Revolver/Guns 'n' Roses, with his small child. After a little debate as if we should bother Slash, she asked him to please call her daughter on her <a style='text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 3px double;' href="http://www.serverlogic3.com/lm/rtl3.asp?si=22&k=cell%20phone" onmouseover="window.status='cell phone'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">cell phone</a> because he obviously had beaten whatever demons he had in the past and maybe the kid would listen to him. Without hesitation Slash asked my friend a couple of questions and left a message for her on the daughters' phone. The daughter has not been answering her phone or returning calls. The daughter returned the calls today and had the first pleasant conversation with her mom in ages. Growing up the mom and daughter's signature song was Sweet Child 'o' Mine by Gun's 'n' Roses. My friend who doesn't cry much shed several tears yesterday. With all the negative publicity "Rock Stars" get I thought this story should be told. The fact that we bothered someone who was trying to enjoy a peaceful Saturday lunch with his child and he didn't hesitate a bit in any way. He showed actual concern and compassion for the situation. This may have been the turning point in a change for the better. Thanks to Slash for something we will NEVER forget." Slash is a fucking legend. He should've been made the next Pope. i fuckin luv him. Slash is the God of Rock. Nevermind Keith or Bono, it's SLASH!!!!! He rules, & every1 who luvs GNR or VR knows dat! : ok: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: slash4ever on April 22, 2005, 03:19:10 PM Slash is deadly.
that was a really cool thing to do.. know way was it 4 publicity, slash is'nt like that. he's sound................. :peace: A true fucking rock n roll legend. : ok: :smoking: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: Butch Français on April 23, 2005, 09:42:53 PM yeah, Im sure Slash picked up the phone thinking "damn, think about all the publicity I can squeeze outta this!" ::)
it was a very nice thing to do, the guy's got a big heart! :yes: Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: MeanBone on April 26, 2005, 05:00:25 AM slash is amazing, it takes a person with a big heart to do that, i respect that even more than he's awsome talent with the les paul.
slash rocks! Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: AxlRoseIsGod on April 26, 2005, 07:42:58 AM Slash is a legend! All this bollocks about that being a publicity stunt is rubbish! He was obviously just helpin a fan. mrlee is right he should get a f**kin monument built in Stoke, man!
Slight bitch tho... in reply to Intercourse's message of "Slash doesn't give a hot fuck that a few of you out there in Axl Land hate his guts. He didn't do this good deed as some way to get back into your hearts, you are simply not that important to him, none of us are. He's a famous rock star, he's better things to do. Unbelievable." i think you are unbeliveable, sir. one: Slash obviously thinks his fans are important why else would he have taken the call dumbass?! and two: even people in "Axl Land" love Slash ok! Just cause theres a few shitheads out there don't tar us all with the same evil brush ok! It is possible to love and respect Axl AND Slash you know! Title: Re: Slash does a good deed! Post by: plasmabeam on May 03, 2005, 05:25:53 PM nice job Slash! : :yes:
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