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Title: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 07:00:56 AM Dexter is tonight at chinesedemocracy.com... I will try to put all questions answered in here, updating this topic. Dexter's answers are bold.
Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: deadxsouth on Today at 12:05:18 What happened to soon being the word??? In regard to? Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Appetite on Today at 11:17:55 Axl if under assumption you tour the UK again will you be going back to Newcastle? despite the last time one prick there throwing pound coins about. I was there that night in 2006 and it would be a shame for the next tour not to stop there because of one idiot out of thousands (althouh I'm sure it's a lot more complicated then that and down to promotors). That wouldn't stop us from playing there again. And the whole throwing shit sucks and is pretty cowardly but the leaving I got at Donnington from Lemmy. When we 1st played Donnington I was so happy I had knocked a bottle of piss out of the air when Lemmy gave me a lecture how if another band got hurt because I allowed people to throw things at our shows I'd be responsible for other bands getting hurt. Whether real or there's an argument against that, I've never been able to have anything override that in my head, not even a riot and I don't know why. If you're working hard and some cunt throws something so he can tell his buddies I don't see where it's worth it. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 11:14:14 Hi Axl, is Silkworms on the next record? It's a masterpiece. has a lot of guitars, lots of different drum the chorus is gone. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: anythinggoes78 on Today at 11:15:04 Hey axl glad you could make it shame i cant stay for long as im going to to see bumblefoot in an hour but welcome to the board. Any message for Ron while im there? Say hi! He's got a lot more experience at this than I do. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: danhuhn85 on Today at 11:18:14 just wondering if there truly was a rap song with shaq on it that you recorded? this is one of the many rumours flying aroudn since this albums conception and i think we all wanna know..and its its real i want to hear it now...please send it to me in a PM ..NOW..haha Imo that was just cheap shots from media jerkoffs knowing that Shaq wasn't the most popular or respected rapper publicly. I've never met the man. He goofed around with Paul and Diz and it went from there. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Rosie on Today at 11:18:32 I was wondering about new tour dates.... No plans. We're talking. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: BringBackBrain on Today at 11:18:45 Is this for real? Axl. What is Brains status? Can you bring back Breakdown or Dead Horse to the set? Thanks Your music means more to me than I could ever express. I think he's doing alright. Maybe I should check. On the songs maybe, more interested in the newer now. And thank you, means a lot. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: blueheart on Today at 11:19:18 Hello and welcome to our board I wanted to let our members ask their questions first but as my battery will go dead soon I have to ask... What's your opinion on the CD album, gunsnroses.com and chinesedemocracy.com being banned in China China's a tough place. A lot of us have no idea how good we have it and think less of those less fortunate. The Chinese people have been kept in the dark thru literally the fear of incarceration or death which to most is either unimaginable or only able to be contemplated w/stories or movies and such where there it's an all encompassing environment and they're growing larger everyday. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: aussie_GNR92 on Today at 11:21:36 How does an average GNR rehearsal go? like, do you jam on any covers, go over songs until they are extremely tight? etc. Also, how frequent are Guns N' Roses rehearsals? Thanks. Frequency depends on the reason say a tour or particular gig and how we feel about where we're at with whatever the material is and not so much on the covers but lots of jams. Generally there's a lot of fun but a lot of work and these guys take it very seriously which is great. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: BringBackBrain on Today at 11:22:30 How do you feel about meeting your fans? What is the best way for a fan to meet you, if they happen to be a dude (since the stereotype is that rockers only wanna meet hot chicks) What do you think of fans who get GNR related tattoos? I like meeting all kinds of fans but after a show (I realize that's the only time some may feel they have an opportunity but w/the exception of close friends around...) not to be offensive but I'm generally not looking forward to walking off stage to hang with guys whether they're fans or not. I deal with Guns all day every day so coming off stage to talk about the band is just like more of the same. Unless there's pressing business I wanna forget that till it's time to go at it again the next day. And people may enjoy meet and greets and have their reasons why it meant a lot for them which I respect but overall charging fans for it I thinks disgusting of bands. Now if they did it for free to winners of a contest etc that would be different. Charging is lame. How to meet bands? Maybe try to hang out places u might hear they do sometimes. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Bane on Today at 11:26:41 Hi Axl, this is so great of you to do this for us all \Well my question on the other thread, which I will ask again here is: How much does the book 'Catcher in the Rye' inform the song, or is is soley referring to Chapman? And are there any plans of touring South Africa? Thanks so much For me the song is inspired by what's referred to sometimes as Holden Caulfield syndrome. I feel there's a possibility that how the writing is structured with the thinking of the main character could somehow reprogram for lack of a better word some who may be a bit more vulnerable, with a skewed way of thinking and tried to allow myself to go what may be there or somewhat close during the verses. I'd think for most those lines are enjoyed as just venting, blowing off steam, humor or some type of entertainment where it may be how others seriously live in their minds. The bridge b4 the solo is an artistic interpretation of a institutionalized mind. The outro is a tribute to Lennon and an indictment of the author for writing what i feel is utter garbage and I agree whole heartedly that it should be discontinued as required reading in schools. That's my take, I could be completely wrong, I do realize that the song and title could have the next poor soul reading the book and feeling inspired to make an unfortunate statement. So there's the catch I guess. When I came up with the focus, I got a call from the director of Imagine wanting a bunch of money to make a documentary, had a guy sending me strange packages about Lennon and serial killers etc and the web started calling me Salinger w/no one knowing what I was writing. I figured I was on the right track at least for a song. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: eduardo_gnr on Today at 11:20:04 Axl when are you coming down to South America, you have forgotten this place in the last years Haven't forgot, looking forward to it. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Gavgnr on Today at 11:19:57 Hi Axl, Just wanted to ask this: out of all of the music you have written, what song are you most proud of? BTW Prostitute is fuckin amazing.....thank you Right now a lot on this album. For me musically it would have to be the orchestral arrangement in the bridge of TIL. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: sakuL on Today at 11:29:42 this is the first time I feel ashamed for my avatar ... how does it feel [Axl] to see your face everywhere? Especially these very old pictures ... fine Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: aussie_GNR92 on Today at 11:30:28 Axl, When Guns played the surprise acoustic show in London, can you remember what the request was that you denied before playing Nightrain, and if so, what was that request? no idea Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 07:01:14 AM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: BringBackBrain on Today at 11:30:48 Axl, what do you think of Duff's comments about ChiDem? DUFF MCKAGAN Says AXL ROSE 'Sounds Amazing' On 'Chinese Democracy' - Dec. 12, 2008 Bassist Duff McKagan (VELVET REVOLVER, LOADED, ex-GUNS N' ROSES) was interviewed this morning (Friday, December 12) by "The BJ Shea Morning Experience" on the Seattle station KISW 99.9 FM. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. On whether he's heard the new GUNS N' ROSES album, "Chinese Democracy": Duff: "I have, yeah. I think Axl [Rose, vocals] sounds amazing. You know, I'm glad he put out the record he wanted to put out and I think it's gonna be successful, him going out and touring. People have been talking how the record's doing. I think it's a longevity thing; it will do fine for him. And I wish him the best of luck." On whether there is any truth to the rumors that Axl Rose tried to reunite the original GUNS N' ROSES lineup before the release of "Chinese Democracy": Duff: "I think all of it's rumors. It makes for good, you know, talk around the water cooler, but I don't think much of it is based on any fact." On whether there's been any communication between him and Axl and on the possibility of a future reunion of the original GUNS N' ROSES lineup: Duff: "No, there has been no communication. I've grown up. There are so many other things that made me realize, in my life, that made me realize, 'Oh, you're an adult now,' you know? Petty things just go by the wayside. I don't really have time for any of that stuff anymore. As an adult, I see what you guys see. Like, OK, well, everybody is alive and perhaps one day. And if we did it, it would be a blast. It's not anything, by any means, that I sit around and wait for or hope for. If it happens, it happens, and if not, that's fine too." And? Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: bushkarocks! on Today at 11:31:10 do ya internet with a 56 k modem axl? Do you? Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Lies They Tell on Today at 11:31:53 Hi Axl! Chinese Democracy awesome, but it's a pretty ballady album compared to previous GNR albums. Is this the new direction of GNR or will some of the future GNR albums be more focused on hard rocking songs again? What I know is it's the record that was able to get through the red tape and get itself out there while helping friends, loved ones and myself along the way. The whole ballad or rocker thing has never been something I've ever cared too much about. There's some meaner sections ahead but a particular focus once there were a few of the newer guys together was to bring a bit more beauty into our efforts. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: BringBackBrain on Today at 11:35:42 Axl, you have the best fans in the world! Up at 5 am to talk to you. We love you. Thanks for all the music. How did you get involved with the WWE? I am going to the Pay per View on Sunday. What is a good sign to bring with your name on it? Management. Can't remember the name of Bubbles wrestling character. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: sakuL on Today at 11:38:33 alright than ... nevermind anything I've sent this is my question: - is the band still in contact with Paul Huge? Any more future plans with him? Guest apperance on tour maybe? Paul helps out all the time and is on a lot more material. Paul helped get a lot of the base credits etc together which were extensive. He's always had a good memory on that stuff and it's generally important to him to be as ethical as he's capable which is invaluable. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: workaholic on Today at 11:49:26 I would like to know... If you're composing music (piano) are you using some computer software to write the notes down or are you using a sheet of paper and a pen for this? If I want to capture it I either use Logic or Protools in the studio. I've tried recording myself otherwise for years but for some reason no matter what's there it doesn't seem to be where my real focus should ultimately be. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Gunns on Today at 11:51:59 Hey Axl, alot of the gnr fans always say how good the House of Blues 01/01/01 show is, are you thinking about releasing that for the fans in dvd or download soon? No plans for any live shows as DVD's currently. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: vince41090 on Today at 11:55:19 Axl - From interviews, tours, riots, and information you revealed yesterday morning, this project has obviously had it's ups and downs. If you could do this whole process over again, with the making of CD, would you? Only for the same reason I have, other than that... not in a billion years. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: blueheart on Today at 11:49:39 Also, would u consider GNR to perform for a charity cause, and if yes what that cause would be? All depends on the cause and if it feels right for us at the time. There could be a disaster that we felt strongly about being involved with helping in some way but often these turn into ways for bands to just promote themselves not really caring but looking so publicly. Or the money doesn't reach the victims or those in need while the celebrities are promoted for thier efforts. Efforts at what? Not into that so much. Medical situations are always important. If you're really helping then I'm for it. Which one's I couldn't really say it's not like I would draw a line or argue the importance of one over another in most cases. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: yorch on Today at 11:50:50 Hey Axl, thanks for bringing us so many special moments, like this... Now I'll start with 2 easy questions: -When did you start the recording of your voice for CD and when did it end and which was the last song recorded? -Are you here to promote the album, or do you really care about your fan base? About me, your music has given me the best of my life. That's something great, thank you. Oh and, When you think about you, do you know you're one of the greatest geniuses of our time? How does it feel? Not only me, WE love you, thanks. I'll have to think about the 1st bit. W/the second I'm not sure how much this is promoting the album as it's in our own backyard so to speak but it is talking with fans about some of the realities of Guns or myself which whether I've wanted to or not didn't feel right until now. So I'd say it's about us!! Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: BringBackBrain on Today at 11:53:00 Axl, Axl, here's a list of rumored song titles. Can you tell us which ones are bogus and which ones are real? Ides Of March ('98), Oklahoma ('98), Atlas Shrugged ('99), Closing In On You ('99), Cock-A-Roach Soup ('99), Friend Or Foe ('99), Hearts Get Killed ('99), No Love Remains ('99), Oh My God ('99), Something Always ('99), Suckerpunched ('99), Zip It ('99), Silkworms ('00), Down By The Ocean ('01), Leave Me Alone ('02), Seven ('02), The General ('02), Thyme ('02), Quick Song ('05), Zodiac ('05), Motormouth ('06), We Were Lying ('06) What do you think of fans who bring signs to shows? Remember GIMME SOME TWAT @ Hammerstein? That was me! Can you tell us if you will play new (non chi dem ) material on tour in 09? Axl gets up around 7 Gets on the Net around 9 Answering the same fucking questions 200 times Typing away and feeling fine We've been chatting with Mr. Brownstone He's be typing He needs a faster internet connection at HOOOOMMMMEEEEE! Ides Of March, Oklahoma, Atlas Shrugged, Oh My God, Silkworms , Down By The Ocean (Izzy), Leave Me Alone, Seven , The General , Thyme , Quick Song , Zodiac Most all titles subject to change w/out warning and r considered working titles. No plans on tour setlist as of now. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Mickey Mouse on Today at 11:56:46 axl i have two questions for you -has anything disney ever inspired you musically? like the little mermaid score or somthing? are you a fan of the little mermaid? whats your favorite disney animated film? -did you do a song with eazy-e in the early 90's i read it somewhere, i think it would be pretty cool did you hang out with eazy-e ever? what was a cool moment hanging out with n.w.a.? i guess thats more than one question sorry I don't know about musically but I'm pro Disney. Go about once a year or so. Went w/Bucket a lot. It's nice to go somewhere where people allow themselves to be more in touch with a more innocent side of themselves at least for what seems like the most part. He recorded w/Slash and Duff. He really wanted to attack the media over attacking me for One in a Million. There wasn't really any Easy on it. I wasn't there. He gave me the tape to consider. Sounded a bit like the other guys doing Bodycount. The idea was ok but the track wasn't really there and I felt it would get more heat than the track could stand up to. Only hung a couple times after a show with any of them. Was glad I got to meet Easy. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: totalost on Today at 11:58:45 hi Axl! which of your songs ever is the most meaningful for you? and why? thanx for chatting I probably won't answer this for a while. It's a good question but one I'll have to think about. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: JLR on Today at 12:03 Hi Axl Which song on Chi Dem do you feel was your best work vocally? also, are you coming back to Sheffield anytime soon? End section of TWAT, Backgrounds in Catcher. And hopefully when we tour again. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 07:01:33 AM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: vesosexa on Today at 12:04:57 Hi Axl and welcome , it's a dream come true to even have a chance to ask one of my favorite musicians a question . I want to ask you two questions that don't have anything to do with G N' R they're more about Axl Rose as an individual. Questions : Q1 What do you do in your spare time for a hobby what else do you love except music? Q2 If you don't mind would you tell me what are your favorite 10 albums of 2008 and all time favorites i would like to know more about your music taste. Q3 The Bonus Question hahah. Chinese Democracy was a brilliant album ,but to you miss the old Guns from time to time and when can we expect more from the musical guineas you're? Thank You P.S You Rock Cars, checking out art, F1. I'm more into film scores. I miss the illusion we shared for only a few months if that of thinking we were in this together. It wasn't real or if so only ever so briefly while deeper currents of ambitions were temporarily put aside but I didn't know that then. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: yorch on Today at 12:07:05 I love Oh my God, but it really sounds like a demo, why? I'm sure we all would love a new version. Because that's all it was, only at the time having just got it together only Jimmy Iovine knew that who wanted it to sell their soundtrack. I saw segments of the movie which were good. As a whole later not so much but it wasn't ready yet then. I did write an experimental piece inspired by the bits I'd seen called "Daddy Can the Devil do Mommy and me?" ;D Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: jaxlmorrison on Today at 12:08:13 I guess the only question I really have is when do you think we will see you boys on the road again? And is there ever a chance of you playing Philadelphia again? Not sure, looking at options and I would love to play Philly as I would have loved to play bk in 02. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: ThinkAboutYou on Today at 12:08:20 Axl sebastian bach mentioned you were writing an autobiography how is that progressing? It's not exactly an autobiography as much as legal record of every last detail of what went down with the breakup. I have about 40k words on it (don't know where 1200 came from) but it's generally really depressing so I don't go back to it so much. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: pestilence on Today at 12:12:08 what are your current thoughts about Kurt Cobain I said I'm going on ChiDem now and he said whatever and walked away other than that I've been busy. Quote from: dexter @ CD.com Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 12:13:56 Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Gavgnr on Today at 12:14:05 How many other new songs are fully complete and ready to go? Haven't checked. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: MR ROLLS on Today at 12:14:11 Alright Axl mate, it's saturday morning here in sunny old England and it's pissing it down, however looking forward to the summer festivals, what are the chances of an appearance? Better is the dogs bollox too geezer! Their being considered. Was great in '06. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: jackrory on Today at 12:14:22 Hey AXL, that race track gig you refared too was the RDS gig in Dublin Ireland June 2006...Amazing..saw you at the Slane gig in 1992 also..thanks alot great times...hope you're doing well.. That's right, sorry bout that. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: MYWIFEMYLIFE on Today at 12:15:02 Axl, Thanks for evrything you've done for us. You've always made my life brighter,happier,you saved my life,made my day,helped me find my wife,build my career... Thanks for that time and smile on my face when I first hold the Chinese Democracy cd. IT DESERVED EVRY SECOND I WAITED IN THE LAST 17 YRS. I love you. Please come back to Istanbul next tour. (I was the one who gave you "mom dont worry i'm with axl again 93-06 banner,got your microphone from that gig,and cried just in front of you in the first 3 songs ) Did you like Istanbul? Plz come again. Istanbul was great and the venue with the river, the bridge, the boats and the moon, the outdoor clubs and getting chased by the cops, and almost being kidnapped... Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: TWT (free at last...) on Today at 12:18:31 And the Dexter TV show, hopefully. Maybe Six Feet Under as well. Oh, wait! Axl, I find the verses on Shackler's Revenge to remind me of The Sopranos theme tune in certain ways. Should they do? Furthermore, any chance of getting the complete album on Rockband? That would be swell. I've done SR on expert, so if you're looking for a guitarist, PM me. Edit: Shit, I just saw the above post in red. We'll have to find out the answer to that one another day Never thought of that w/the Sopranos but a big fan of that song. And I think that's a yes on Rockband. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: steffi115 on Today at 12:19:42 Which is the most emotional song for you too sing on Chinese Democracy? TIL Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: matiaszabala on Today at 12:22:14 Hi, I am Matias from Argentina. do you have any plans to come to argentina soon ? Thanks, We love you so much. I really like Argentina and wish I could go more often. I look forward to play there again. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: slashwusty889 on Today at 12:22:59 Axl, man (this is incredible), two questions dont worry if you got LOADS many more to answer. Democracy is a compelling/brilliant album every song has such an extreme feeling and vibe which drags you back for more, id just like to know.... 1) outta the whole record what is your favourite part of music on it? like a break down at some point,strings, anything!, it would jus be cool to know! 2) in the 2006 tour when you was in the good old UK did you use michael owen's helicopter????? i heard rumours hahahaha top man if you did! thanks for this, made my day!! Bucket's Blues fill at the beginning of the last verse in Prostitute and his Eventide bits in the outro, the guitars in the bridge of Better, Robin's solo in Twat for a few of them. Not sure but leaving Silverstone and no fault of our pilots, I saw another helicopter coming towards us blades 1st out of the corner of my eye, yelled watchout and our pilot jerked us out of the way of an idiot who was unauthorized to be where he was and came out of nowhere. W/out our pilots skill and quick reflexes it would've been over rt then for real. It was also great to read how "Merck took the keys to the copter so Axl couldn't leave" Donnington like I'm James Bond or something. I did make him drive bk to London though!! ;D Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: axlgreece on Today at 12:24:08 Christos from Greece here... First of all, thank you Axl for answering all these questions. Both of my questions are about Catcher and they're a bit strange and may sound stupid to some but what the fuck... 1) Many people consider number 7 to be a lucky number (including me). Is this a good reason why Catcher is on number 7, or was it just random placement? 2) "How a body took a body and gave that boy a gun". Sorry for my english, but if you could explain to me what this means, I would be gratefull... 3) Don't care about May's solos (even though I love the guy), the song is pure magic, just like This I Love. GN'R = Sometimes the only thing we counted on when noone else was there... The # was random but the sequence is intentional. It's a line from the book used to infer it may have helped to inspire a senseless killing. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: Rex on Today at 12:24:14 Axl, do you think This I Love is still the heaviest thing you've written, or has another song popped up that now holds that title? That's still it and ultimately a great healing experience to compose something you have no real idea you're capable of such as the bridge. It's a lot more intricate than I think most realize yet as the guitar and vocals are placed as they should be so dominant. The main string melody in that section I had originally written to a hip-hop loop as well. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: markus89 on Today at 12:24:52 The chance of you actually reading this is pretty slim, but here goes... Axl ! Mind telling us what we have coming? Wondering if we have some sort of concert fottage coming anytime soon, remember from the 2 shows I was at in Norway that it got filmed. Are you able to tell us anything about a future tour at this time? Next time I'll be folowing the band, in a non stalking way, through Scandinavia. Oh, and, if you were to talk to Bumble anytime soon, ask if he still has the cross I gave him during Paradise in Norway July 8th Think I've already answered the 1st 2 and I'll ask Bbf. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 07:01:52 AM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: monkeychow on Today at 12:29:08 Axl - could you pklease talk at all about what inspired the lyrics to Shackler's Revenge and/or Catcher? Or the meaning behind Riad? thanks. Shackler's was inspired by the insanity of senseless school shootings and also the media trying desperately to make more out of one shooter's preference for the Guns song Brownstone to no avail. That said, listening for my own enjoyment or if we were to make a video or performing it I lean more to the entertainment of a horror flick or something like Dexter, something with an interesting menacing character as opposed to real life. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: UseYourIllusion1991 on Today at 12:29:22 Hey Axl, I just want to apologise on behalf of everyone in Brisbane, Australia, for that douchebag who threw that cup of water at you after you went on stage. Thanks for the great performance, it was a night full of memories for me. Ha! Thanks...mate!! Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: vesosexa on Today at 12:29:40 lol I knew my questions weren't going to be answered I'm not very lucky am i lol. anyway before i go to work i'll ask it again : Axl please tell us a bit more about your self Cheer up and have a great day!! : ok: Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: andy rosita on Today at 12:30:22 (I've already posted this in case you came to newgnr, so I'll copy it) 1) Hi Axl, I?m from Argentina and I must say that I?m ashamed of the way our government treated GNR the last time you came. Unfortunately for you, that current administration was up to really dirty business and they used GNR as scapegoat, you know, to distract people from what was really going on. Accept my apologies on behalf of my country Argentina is really fond of GNR, we fucking love you . My question is: when will you start touring? I hope you don?t exclude us from your destination list!!! Thank you! It actually worked out good for us w/the press conference and all. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com I tried sending this ages ago but apparently it never went through. It was a direct response but now fits others questions on the same subject. The whole whose it about bit w/songs doesn't work for me that much as in whether a line or whatever was inspired by a particular person or situation doesn't mean that in the end that's what or who the song's about. I could be working with clay and think of someone or something and somehow that could inspire me to take the work in a different direction at the moment but in the end it could just be a nice vase. I often wonder where the people who inspired so many songs are now and why it's only important with some songs such as Layla as opposed to others. I'm guessin' a fair # of beautiful love songs or otherwise were inspired by some that the artists and public might consider now or in hindsight to be the opposite of how they are depicted or allegedly represented. With Sorry.. like a lot of the material is drawn from a lot of different situations. The main focus on the boards w/the track seems to be either Slash or "the fans" (and the collective of "the fans" is another thing that doesn't work for me) and is much too restrictive or narrow and limits what I feel I intended. For me it's for anyone talking nonsense at mine and the public's expense and that many of those as well as the public don't know who to believe. Also where possible I'd like to give people the opportunity to get what they can from the material for a while before clouding that with my inspirations. Of course that's not always avoidable. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: GNRNZ on Today at 12:28:23 Hey axl what effect do leaks REALLY have on the band/the album? Theres a lot of speculation but no clear answer. Thanks for your time Basically for us it's devastating across the board. And when u have such a majority openly justifying their actions and throwing out nonsense such as it's not actually stealing as the original is still with whomever it's unbelievably insane. It exists because of the greed of the record industry, the greed of large scale pirating, the ease and common nature now of the act itself and personal motivations such as popularity among certain groups, possible momentary media recognition etc. And it's too rampant and widespread. It's simply too huge a mess for the courts to deal with and in that with those #'s and the expense and manpower involved necessary at this time to curtail it... obviously there are more serious crimes for society to focus on. Besides, fuck musicians right? If they didn't make enough already then they probably suck anyway rt? "I ain't cryin' for no rich dude." Whatever. And who knows? What are our #'s on the torrent sites for this album? I don't know. So I don't know how or if it's affected us in terms of sales this time around. Maybe not but w/the economy and the core of our market I'd think there's a possibility it has had a negative effect. Anyone? Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: steveysham on Today at 12:31:19 Axl, I'd just like to say I feel that you have captured the mood and feel of J.D Sallinger's 'The Catcher In The Rye' perfectly. Why did you chose this book to reference as regards to Chinese Democracy. On a related note, What are your five favourite books? Ok, I've never actually tried to put this into words this way before and this'll probably get me in trouble with someone but here goes... The piano started while watching a documentary or A&E type show on Chapman and wanting to write something for Lennon and his family. W/the book it started as fascination and curiosity with Holden Caufield Syndrome and what was or could possibly be in the book that obviously certain vulnerable people have seemed to become so passionate about and resort to outrageous public attempts or acts of violence. That and the question most have in regard to Lennon's death...why? Can't say I have those answers but I feel our song pays the emotional tribute to John Lennon in the end that I'd wanted to write since the night he was killed and also since first listening to Elton and Bernie's Empty Garden. I read the book. I fell into a deep dark sleep. Went to the studio and sang as a joke what I refer to as the Holden parts off the top of my head and felt at the time at least imo I had stumbled on a way of thinking that had a pattern and a flow but was broken up like a television station going out and coming back slightly off course intermittently and not making sense with it's earlier portion. Where this unease helped to justify or even demand taking action and feeling the power of taking that action against whoever your mind felt was somehow involved or the root of this unease and alienation. Accompanied by a calming surreal almost religious (but totally insane) vibe I think that if some were to experience having limited capabilities, insecurities or are mentally and emotionally challenged in some way could find a false sense of solace and take comfort in like being on some type of drugs or meds but with an added completely false sense of an imagined calling or purpose. It certainly could and very well often would feel better than some individuals real world or having to experience or live with a clearer perspective of their true reality... All of which of course could be imagined and hooked together by events like Lennon's murder, reading the book, wanting to write a song about someone being insane, John Lennon, Chapman, people shooting people and watching Mel Gibson's Conspiracy! ;D And when I got home not in any dramatic way but more like cleaning off the dinner table I threw my book away. Don't know if any of that's really what any of that's about but that's how it hit me and just like an instant cake we got the basis for a song. :P The Stand, A Scanner Darkly, The Mutant King, The Zodiac, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com And with that I'm out. I'll try and get to more later. It's been fun. That bum rush killed me at the start and I never recovered! Thanks for the appreciation and props, have a good one.Thanks Sean!! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 07:06:05 AM awsome
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 07:10:39 AM shame axl didn't answer about fan getting bandrelated tattoos, but i guess he think it's cool since he has 2 himself :P
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: eggers on December 13, 2008, 07:25:48 AM Do we know its really him, wouldn't put it past someone to fake it after last nights. It does seem like its him though.
That site is getting slow now. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Fani on December 13, 2008, 07:29:09 AM That's amazing!!I hope i'd seen it earlier! :(How cool is to actually be replied by Axl!Still can't believe it!
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: tim_m on December 13, 2008, 07:39:13 AM I think its him just by the way he's phrasing his answers. Its in the same manner as last night.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 07:45:28 AM Wow axls got a few questions that people want answered lol,
hes up to page 5 of 33 pages. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: tim_m on December 13, 2008, 07:46:57 AM I'm bummed by his last answer to the DVD question. I was hoping one was coming.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 07:50:50 AM He just answered another one of my questions when I asked him about the footage over the years from the chinese democracy tour or the HOB 01/01/01 he replied:
'No plans for any live shows as DVD's currently." Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 07:54:18 AM I'm bummed by his last answer to the DVD question. I was hoping one was coming. maybe not liveshows for dvd but maybe other kinds of dvd's ;) making of's etc. well one could dream :) fuck, my question is on page 21, he'll never get that far if he's only at page 5 :crying: :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 08:03:40 AM cool to see Axls answering alot of questions, the man comes across as very intelligent and articulate in his responses to no surprise,
all fucking class. :beer: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Boromir on December 13, 2008, 08:06:43 AM and he's got an avatar now
(http://www.chinesedemocracy.com/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=2182;type=avatar) :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 08:14:57 AM These 2 days he showed again he's a class act. Anyone who would question this and his intentions behind it is just a cunt, I mean seriously.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 08:23:18 AM i bet it was faith making me not watch carlitos way 5 minutes before axl went on cd.com :hihi:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 08:25:37 AM When answering the question about song titles, he confirmed some and then:
Dexter said "Down By The Ocean (Izzy)" Did he just confirm that is a song co-written with Izzy? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: tim_m on December 13, 2008, 08:27:17 AM Thats how i am taking what he said. I hope that song gets released at some point.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 08:29:04 AM I CANT WAIT FOR SILKWORMS WITH THE ADDED GUITAR AND DRUM FILLS!!! :beer: :beer: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 08:34:00 AM I CANT WAIT FOR SILKWORMS WITH THE ADDED GUITAR AND DRUM FILLS!!! :beer: :beer: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: I asked bout silkworms and omg, hope he'll answer.. that song is fucking mental :headbanger: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Alfie Bones on December 13, 2008, 08:34:03 AM When answering the question about song titles, he confirmed some and then: Dexter said "Down By The Ocean (Izzy)" Did he just confirm that is a song co-written with Izzy? Sounds like it. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 08:41:52 AM Cool.
And then some negative nannies say he isn't revealing anything....in these 2 days he revealed more than the last 10 years combined :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 08:42:13 AM I CANT WAIT FOR SILKWORMS WITH THE ADDED GUITAR AND DRUM FILLS!!! :beer: :beer: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: I asked bout silkworms and omg, hope he'll answer.. that song is fucking mental :headbanger: very fucking exciting times ahead, WHAT IF THIS IS A WEEKLY THING :beer: :beer: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: IKnowWhereIAM on December 13, 2008, 08:43:34 AM cool to see Axls answering alot of questions, the man comes across as very intelligent and articulate in his responses to no surprise, Anyone who takes the time to watch his interviews over the years can see that...he thinks his answers through, and is very articulate. It makes me wonder how the BS about him has had so much play over the years. He's an amazing musician, and really seems like someone you'd enjoy sitting down with for a chat over a beer...in a way he is giving all of us that opportunity by visiting these sites (without the risk of overzealous 30-something groupie chicks tearing him limb from limb :hihi:)! Class act. He actually wanted to give us new titles and info to discuss! :beer:all fucking class. :beer: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 08:45:30 AM Axl and Bucket use to go to Disneyland :hihi:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GNR_Green on December 13, 2008, 08:47:22 AM Axl and Bucket use to go to Disneyland :hihi: Maybe Bucket wants Axl to handle his burial?Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: cineater on December 13, 2008, 08:49:29 AM Could someone ask him if there is an address where we can send the band Christmas cards?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: DazRose85 on December 13, 2008, 08:51:28 AM When answering the question about song titles, he confirmed some and then: Dexter said "Down By The Ocean (Izzy)" Did he just confirm that is a song co-written with Izzy? Sounds like it. "In '95, Duff and me recorded songs for the band. We made a tape that went nowhere. Then, a couple of months ago I have a message on my answering machine: 'Yo! It's Axl, I need a copy of the songs that you did.' There was one called 'Down by the Ocean' or 'Down by the Sea', they may have used it, I haven't come back to know nothing." (Izzy, Popular Magazine, 2001) http://www.gnrevolution.com/viewtopic.php?pid=89875#p89875 Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ty182 on December 13, 2008, 08:55:37 AM This is so fucking cool.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Alfie Bones on December 13, 2008, 09:03:19 AM I CANT WAIT FOR SILKWORMS WITH THE ADDED GUITAR AND DRUM FILLS!!! :beer: :beer: :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool: I asked bout silkworms and omg, hope he'll answer.. that song is fucking mental :headbanger: IF THIS IS A WEEKLY THING :beer: :beer: I doubt it, but we should be grateful for what we have before we start demanding more from Uncle Axl. : ok: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 09:07:32 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 09:11:17 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Chuzeville on December 13, 2008, 09:15:59 AM cool to see Axls answering alot of questions, the man comes across as very intelligent and articulate in his responses to no surprise, all fucking class. :beer: I had a hard time with his reply regarding Catcher in the rye. Could you please make it clear for me? :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 09:22:40 AM Is Axl still there`?
People asked the dumbest questions. Damn Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 09:23:40 AM yes he is, i almost feel sorry for him :P
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: acdcUSSR on December 13, 2008, 09:25:33 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Could also mean it was played in some of the band jams in 2006.... Just an idea. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 09:29:10 AM looks like my question is next :D
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Voodoochild on December 13, 2008, 09:31:28 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Could also mean it was played in some of the band jams in 2006.... Just an idea. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 09:33:52 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Could also mean it was played in some of the band jams in 2006.... Just an idea. thats prostitute if Im not wrong? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: eggers on December 13, 2008, 09:35:13 AM Izzy Stradlin - Box from his Fire album.
Box Lyrics Hmmm da da da He lives in a box down by the ocean Down off the main road by the hill Takes what he finds and eats it right there Makes what he can with what he will He don't ride the bus They don't let him drive There he walks for miles, a day Cause he ain't got no ride He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: BlowUpYourVideo on December 13, 2008, 09:35:48 AM Holy shit, he's a moderator over there now! :rofl:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 09:37:49 AM Holy shit, he's a moderator over there now! :rofl: Yeah after like 10 posts he got mod status...smart admin, hehe. Jarmo missed the boat there because Axl will prefer the place where he can ban annoying cunts like yesterday with the click of a button ;D Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: cotis on December 13, 2008, 09:38:01 AM Holy shit, he's a moderator over there now! :rofl: just so he and fernando can post in that thread.. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Alfie Bones on December 13, 2008, 09:39:03 AM Yeah, that's Prostitute.
And let's not forget... Checkmate isn't Checkmate, it's Jackie Chan. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Voodoochild on December 13, 2008, 09:43:53 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Could also mean it was played in some of the band jams in 2006.... Just an idea. thats prostitute if Im not wrong? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 09:45:28 AM shit Axl avoided a helicopter crash
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: loosecannon3 on December 13, 2008, 09:46:59 AM speaking of dexter, do we have a pic of axl dressed as dexter? if so, where is it? thx
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 09:49:54 AM i wish he'd come to this forum again and answer some of the questions
i love you axl Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Spirit on December 13, 2008, 09:53:57 AM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: TWT (free at last...) on Today at 12:18:31 And the Dexter TV show, hopefully. Maybe Six Feet Under as well. Oh, wait! Axl, I find the verses on Shackler's Revenge to remind me of The Sopranos theme tune in certain ways. Should they do? Furthermore, any chance of getting the complete album on Rockband? That would be swell. I've done SR on expert, so if you're looking for a guitarist, PM me. Edit: Shit, I just saw the above post in red. We'll have to find out the answer to that one another day Never thought of that w/the Sopranos but a big fan of that song. And I think that's a yes on Rockband. The whole album for Rock Band!! :beer: :beer: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 09:54:27 AM The more you think of it after the initial shock of Axl actually doing this.....the cooler it even gets. Just amazing to read, 'live'.
Everything changed in the online GnR community after this, you can notice it def. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Alfie Bones on December 13, 2008, 09:54:58 AM i wish he'd come to this forum again and answer some of the questions i love you axl He was just here yesterday! Give the guy a break. We should be grateful right now. :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: PENNY16161 on December 13, 2008, 09:56:47 AM Anyone know if there's a way to make the pages dynamic, or if you need to keep refreshing?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: IKnowWhereIAM on December 13, 2008, 09:58:01 AM The more you think of it after the initial shock of Axl actually doing this.....the cooler it even gets. Just amazing to read, 'live'. Yeah, the 'Robin' post isn't at the top of my 'new posts' list every time I log on! :rofl:Everything changed in the online GnR community after this, you can notice it def. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 10:04:28 AM Hehe.
"Who Wants To Chat" should be the title of a new song :love: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Dr. Blutarsky on December 13, 2008, 10:09:40 AM I joined there a long time ago. Checked it out & made my 1st post.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Continental Drift on December 13, 2008, 10:10:05 AM These 2 days he showed again he's a class act. Anyone who would question this and his intentions behind it is just a cunt, I mean seriously. I predict that this becomes the new "insult" word around here... AND we ALL start calling Chinese Democracy... Chinese. :hihi: Axl RULES! :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 10:16:04 AM I predict that this becomes the new "insult" word around here.. yeah because here at htgth we always insult each other, calling names is popular :P Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: KIKO2K6 on December 13, 2008, 10:18:42 AM Quote Re: Who wants to chat? ? Reply #542 on: Today at 10:06:16 AM ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote from: dudecqd on Today at 07:13:56 AM Axl, coudl you tells us more about "The General"? thank you. You may have heard parts of it somewhere. i bet that means checkmate is the general :drool: Nice connection man, didnt think about that :beer: Could also mean it was played in some of the band jams in 2006.... Just an idea. thats prostitute if Im not wrong? JACKIE CHAN nick name is The General do the math. ;D Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Continental Drift on December 13, 2008, 10:20:17 AM I predict that this becomes the new "insult" word around here.. yeah because here at htgth we always insult each other, calling names is popular :P HAHA... good point. Let me broaden that out to the "Guns N' Roses on-line community." :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 10:25:10 AM Any chance we can lure him over here after? ;D
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 10:30:22 AM From CD.com:
With Sorry.. like a lot of the material is drawn from a lot of different situations. The main focus on the boards w/the track seems to be either Slash or "the fans" (and the collective of "the fans" is another thing that doesn't work for me) and is much too restrictive or narrow and limits what I feel I intended. For me it's for anyone talking nonsense at mine and the public's expense and that many of those as well as the public don't know who to believe. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: IzzyDutch on December 13, 2008, 10:33:41 AM Izzy Stradlin - Box from his Fire album. Box Lyrics Hmmm da da da He lives in a box down by the ocean Down off the main road by the hill Takes what he finds and eats it right there Makes what he can with what he will He don't ride the bus They don't let him drive There he walks for miles, a day Cause he ain't got no ride He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill He lives in a box down by the ocean Down by the sea side at the hill Palm trees it ain't the beauty look, good though Eventhough he looks pretty ill This song was co-written by Timo Kaltia (ex Hanoi Rocks roadie and who wrote the chorus of Right Next Door To Hell) alont with 'Seems To Me' also on Fire, don't think it's that song. There's also 'Sweet Caress' on 'On Down The Road' album that's got ocean lyrics but don't think it's that one either. It's probably another song that we all haven't heard. There was also an unreleased Ju Ju Hounds song called 'The Ocean' which was recorded in '93 in Trinidad and Tobago. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Verse Chorus Verse on December 13, 2008, 10:53:14 AM When answering the question about song titles, he confirmed some and then: I was thinking that too. If so, that's really fucking great and I'd kill to hear it!Dexter said "Down By The Ocean (Izzy)" Did he just confirm that is a song co-written with Izzy? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: COMAMOTIVE on December 13, 2008, 11:04:11 AM Sometimes, people just forget ( myself included) that despite the fame, $$, stories and actions - the guy can be a normal guy too
All the stuff you hear about him being a funny guy seems pretty true too Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: killingvector on December 13, 2008, 11:13:17 AM Wow, damnit I missed it.
Interesting stuff about Shacklers---ties to Virginia Tech and Cho. Catcher is actually anti-JD Salinger!! Axl almost died in a helicopter accident!!! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ecwfan on December 13, 2008, 11:22:40 AM I loved reading that.... I hope him and Izzy do work togethor on some more songs.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: norway on December 13, 2008, 11:29:57 AM Our pimpmaster is a class act, thanks for this Axl! Pure nobility :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 11:45:25 AM I wonder when he will come back to HTGTH...
Would be cool if we could be notified in advance like the users over at CD.com :) Jarmo do you think that's possible? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Bandita on December 13, 2008, 11:45:41 AM Just amazing, folks wanted communication and they got it tenfold! ;D
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 11:48:13 AM Just amazing, folks wanted communication and they got it tenfold! ;D The most amazing thing about this is the big fuck you to the media while embracing the fans... Axl is the coolest. We got the interviews while the bloodthirsty media was cut off. I love it. Whoever said Axl doesn't give a shit about his fans should be ashamed and go stand in the corner. 8) Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: axlroses on December 13, 2008, 11:48:41 AM I think it is great that he is taking the time to do this. It means a lot to the fans for him to put effort in like this. I hope that he is enjoying it and I look forward to him doing this again.
Thanks Axl Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CheapJon on December 13, 2008, 11:50:11 AM i sure hope he doesn't do this tomorrow too :hihi: if so i will never be able to study :crying:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Bandita on December 13, 2008, 11:58:06 AM Just amazing, folks wanted communication and they got it tenfold! ;D The most amazing thing about this is the big fuck you to the media while embracing the fans... Axl is the coolest. We got the interviews while the bloodthirsty media was cut off. I love it. Whoever said Axl doesn't give a shit about his fans should be ashamed and go stand in the corner. 8) Exactly, this didn't go to RS or some other mag but straight to the hardcores. That's pretty special. Answering questions on the fly, even more special. Now, it's just too bad I don't keep Axl hours so I could have seen it live! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 12:00:54 PM I think he left? 1 hour no reply so ya. Or he's writing an epic reply ;D
This was the best 'interview' of the 3 forums so far I think. Cheers AXL! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ppbebe on December 13, 2008, 12:09:41 PM where is his next stop? ;D
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 12:10:24 PM he's back ;D
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Dark Angel on December 13, 2008, 12:11:38 PM I think he left? 1 hour no reply so ya. Or he's writing an epic reply ;D This was the best 'interview' of the 3 forums so far I think. Cheers AXL! The one he just posted is a pretty long one.... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: wells on December 13, 2008, 12:22:10 PM that's all fox for tonight ... :D
thanks Axl :) velimir Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: greendog on December 13, 2008, 12:24:04 PM that was really cool of him, once again.
i just hope this doesn't turn into something that people expect all the time. as long as he's happy doing it though, thats brilliant. :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: makane on December 13, 2008, 12:24:49 PM Why are people making threads going over 10 pages of questions to him?
Let the "lucky ones" ask him, I bet he doesn't want to come to forums just to see 1000 questions lined up for him. imo takes the fun out of it. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ppbebe on December 13, 2008, 12:25:39 PM whatever, he's enjoing it isn't he?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 12:27:21 PM makane, I was worried about the same thing, but when Axl came over to cd.on.com he ignored the 10 pages+ long pre-posted questions thread and moved right on to the ones that were posted this very morning, so I wouldn't worry too much.
If he comes back, cool! He can do whatever he wants, after all he's AXL!! :peace: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Bumbles N Roses on December 13, 2008, 12:29:56 PM I think this is very cool of him, because it sorta brings the "big 3" together. : ok:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: SoulMonster on December 13, 2008, 12:30:44 PM I think he left? 1 hour no reply so ya. Or he's writing an epic reply ;D This was the best 'interview' of the 3 forums so far I think. Cheers AXL! The one he just posted is a pretty long one.... Yeah and very detailed about his mindset too, I liked that answer and actually could relate to what he said about those things. He should write a book. He said he will answer more later so he plans on doing this regularly prbably...BUT...people don't start whining when he doesn't or ignores your questions or shit...judging by the way stuff went on GnR forums the last few months , I wouldn't be surprised if some would demand him to do this every day at the exact time they want, LOL. Again cheers Axl. Even if you would not answer any more questions from now on, it's all fine, this was a K.O. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: makane on December 13, 2008, 12:30:50 PM makane, I was worried about the same thing, but when Axl came over to cd.on.com he ignored the 10 pages+ long pre-posted questions thread and moved right on to the ones that were posted this very morning, so I wouldn't worry too much. If he comes back, cool! He can do whatever he wants, after all he's AXL!! :peace: Ok cool. Some people just seem to get way too greedy of him coming and answering. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 12:32:13 PM I think this is very cool of him, because it sorta brings the "big 3" together. : ok: Yeah, he doesn't differanciate because most of us are real fans, although he did make it clear that "the fans" is too broad a term to use generally for him, indicating that some people obviously pose as fans while they really are not. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ppbebe on December 13, 2008, 12:37:16 PM yea and i doubt he'd mind much. he's big. :D
Quote "a fight between a forum user and axl rose oh how classic is this" Dexter wrote: Nah. Friendly banter by those with opposing views. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 12:37:30 PM My favorite part of the interview was when he wrote in length about the whole idea about Catcher, probably my favorite song on the album.
Actually the coolest part was when he said that he will be back later. Not just "hope to soon", but he actually said he would be back later! :drool: ;D Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ppbebe on December 13, 2008, 12:38:34 PM back here as well please.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 12:50:20 PM what's a bum rush?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 12:50:58 PM what's a bum rush? Alot of people rushing at something all at once, creating a lot of confusion. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 12:51:29 PM thanks :)
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 12:53:04 PM thanks :) NP. I hope it's possible to notify HTGTH user in advance next time like they did over at CD.com :) Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GNR4L on December 13, 2008, 12:57:14 PM Wow that's pretty cool he's made 3 appearances on GnR message boards. Axl's a real cool normal guy :peace:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: mega_music on December 13, 2008, 01:01:51 PM I think some very good questions were asked and answered! Very cool of Axl to show up again for the fans. : ok:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: axljungle on December 13, 2008, 01:04:26 PM Wow that's pretty cool he's made 3 appearances on GnR message boards. Axl's a real cool normal guy :peace: And He is a very good person, and very kind with people, he give a lesson a lot of people yesterday and today. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Dr. Blutarsky on December 13, 2008, 01:08:15 PM It is a great way to communicate directly with the fans.
As opposed to a magazine editing the crap out of an interview or mis representing something. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: D on December 13, 2008, 01:12:15 PM how did it work last night?
Did people send in questions and he answered like he did here? or was there a thread with a shit load of questions and he answered what was already asked? Axl better be careful. he will get hooked on this message forum stuff! :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: bushkarocks!! on December 13, 2008, 01:19:07 PM how did it work last night? Did people send in questions and he answered like he did here? or was there a thread with a shit load of questions and he answered what was already asked? Axl better be careful. he will get hooked on this message forum stuff! :hihi: wouldnt mind if he keeps touring and bring cd's out besides it hehe Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 01:24:02 PM how did it work last night? Did people send in questions and he answered like he did here? or was there a thread with a shit load of questions and he answered what was already asked? Axl better be careful. he will get hooked on this message forum stuff! :hihi: Hehe, for real. Good to have him around though. Well, he started a thread and said "Who wants to chat" and went systematically page by page, but gave up on like page 13 after 7 hours lol. He ignored all the pre-posted questions, thank God. That way different people will have the chance to talk to him every time (hopefully). Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: burnz007 on December 13, 2008, 01:24:48 PM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: TWT (free at last...) on Today at 12:18:31 And the Dexter TV show, hopefully. Maybe Six Feet Under as well. Oh, wait! Axl, I find the verses on Shackler's Revenge to remind me of The Sopranos theme tune in certain ways. Should they do? Furthermore, any chance of getting the complete album on Rockband? That would be swell. I've done SR on expert, so if you're looking for a guitarist, PM me. Edit: Shit, I just saw the above post in red. We'll have to find out the answer to that one another day Never thought of that w/the Sopranos but a big fan of that song. And I think that's a yes on Rockband. The whole album for Rock Band!! :beer: :beer: That's fucking great !!! I can't wait Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GNR4L on December 13, 2008, 01:26:43 PM Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Quote from: TWT (free at last...) on Today at 12:18:31 And the Dexter TV show, hopefully. Maybe Six Feet Under as well. Oh, wait! Axl, I find the verses on Shackler's Revenge to remind me of The Sopranos theme tune in certain ways. Should they do? Furthermore, any chance of getting the complete album on Rockband? That would be swell. I've done SR on expert, so if you're looking for a guitarist, PM me. Edit: Shit, I just saw the above post in red. We'll have to find out the answer to that one another day Never thought of that w/the Sopranos but a big fan of that song. And I think that's a yes on Rockband. The whole album for Rock Band!! :beer: :beer: That's fucking great !!! I can't wait yeah that would be awesome to play Chinese Democracy on Rockband 2 ! I would probaly lock myself in my house for a couple of days :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: anythinggoes II on December 13, 2008, 01:32:28 PM thanks :) NP. I hope it's possible to notify HTGTH user in advance next time like they did over at CD.com :) Did We Notify Anyone???? I mean i got a phonecall from blueheart because im part of the team, the only reason we had some questions was because of a cock up yesterday with email verifications, and Axl said he would come back, but we wasnt sure when. Been a fun few hours though Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Thin Izzy on December 13, 2008, 01:36:30 PM I don't know if Axl will look at this, but I have a few questions that no one seemed to ask.
1. Who cares about contact with Slash and Duff...Have you had any contact with Stephanie or Erin? I read over the years that a lot of the album was directed at Stephanie which was apparent when I heard all the songs. Was this the only closure you needed or would you like to talk to her? Still angry at her? I read an interview in which you said that you hope someday Dylan listens to the CD so that he hears both sides of the story...Ever made an attempt to have lunch with Dylan or something of that nature now that he's old enough to make his own decisions? 2. Izzy toured Europe with the band in 06 playing 3 or 4 songs a night....Why didn't he rejoin the band fulltime? Izzy is the only member I care to have return because of the connection the 2 of you have while writing. CD is not really his style of music, but what is the reasoning that Izzy isn't a member of the band? He obviously got along with the new guys and you two seem to get along well. Was it because of his distaste for fame? 3. What are your feelings towards the fans that show up at your house? An invasion of privacy? I've read a few GnR books that all stated that you used to go out and say hi occasionally, but not anymore. I got a GnR tattoo about 2 years ago and tried to have you sign it this summer to get it tattooed over. I came to your house in July and Beta told me you were in Jersey. It was actually over the 4th weekend. Anywho...being the GnR historian that I am, I knew it was Beta when I buzzed and ended up convincing her to come chat and take pictures with me. She told me that my tattoo was the most unique she had ever seen and took a picture on her blackberry. I've been meaning to write a thank you note to her, but don't want to invade any boundaries. Wondering if she ever showed you the picture and what you thought. 4. Read that you used to have Fernando drive you to movies a lot. Top 3 favorite movies? 5. You've been seen wearing hockey jerseys...actually a fan or just like the jerseys? Favorite team? Do you ever go to ducks or kings games? 6. PLEASE DON'T SKIP MN ON THE TOUR!!!!!!!! I WOULD BE DEVASTATED! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: prairie on December 13, 2008, 01:40:42 PM I missed all the fun, but who cares, any question I would have thought of was asked. I wonder if he's gonna hit any other sites?
prairieboy, Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: killingvector on December 13, 2008, 01:42:04 PM Quote What are your feelings towards the fans that show up at your house? An invasion of privacy? I've read a few GnR books that all stated that you used to go out and say hi occasionally, but not anymore. I got a GnR tattoo about 2 years ago and tried to have you sign it this summer to get it tattooed over. I came to your house in July and Beta told me you were in Jersey. It was actually over the 4th weekend. Anywho...being the GnR historian that I am, I knew it was Beta when I buzzed and ended up convincing her to come chat and take pictures with me. She told me that my tattoo was the most unique she had ever seen and took a picture on her blackberry. I've been meaning to write a thank you note to her, but don't want to invade any boundaries. Wondering if she ever showed you the picture and what you thought. :o ummm, probably doesn't like it too much. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Thorazine Shuffle on December 13, 2008, 01:43:02 PM Sorry (no pun intended) if this has been brought up.
Reading the transcript of the CD.com interview with Axl, he mentioned after a question regarding the song "The General" that we might have already heard a part of the song. This really intrigued me, since this is a song all of us are dying to hear. He mentioned in another Q/A section that "Checkmate" is not a song, however he did not rule out that the piece was not a GNR song. Could the snippet we have heard of "Checkmate" actually be "The General? All thoughts are welcome, but this is the only plausible I personally have considering his response that we could have heard a part of this song. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: BurningHills on December 13, 2008, 01:46:14 PM Axl is the man. That is all. : ok:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: axljungle on December 13, 2008, 01:53:05 PM There was a Q in CD.com about Izzy, but Axl didn?t arrive to it. :'(
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Hammy on December 13, 2008, 02:08:28 PM Could the snippet we have heard of "Checkmate" actually be "The General? Or it could be a song done like Madagascar. Prior to it's first performance he could of said that about the song in reference to, having heard the MLK speech or seen the film Casualties of War.All thoughts are welcome, but this is the only plausible I personally have considering his response that we could have heard a part of this song. By having heard parts of it elsewhere he could be referring to having heard a part of the song that is taken from a movie, speech etc. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Chief on December 13, 2008, 02:35:28 PM this rules!!! i hope to not miss it next time!!
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Sixxguns on December 13, 2008, 02:53:19 PM HI Axl,
How can you remain sane with all this sea of madness and people around you man ??? (No one need the pain,no one need the sorrow,if you need a shoulder),rocket queen my favorite. Anyway,I like the album ,but for my part i like the heavier songs ,Better,catcher,IRS and prostitute, Why did you do the rest of the album with Quiet Songs ???? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Continental Drift on December 13, 2008, 02:59:10 PM I don't know if Axl will look at this, but I have a few questions that no one seemed to ask. 1. Who cares about contact with Slash and Duff...Have you had any contact with Stephanie or Erin? I read over the years that a lot of the album was directed at Stephanie which was apparent when I heard all the songs. Was this the only closure you needed or would you like to talk to her? Still angry at her? I read an interview in which you said that you hope someday Dylan listens to the CD so that he hears both sides of the story...Ever made an attempt to have lunch with Dylan or something of that nature now that he's old enough to make his own decisions? Kind of the 50,000 lbs. gorilla in the room in a lot ways IMHO. Anyone who's been in love knows that you don't ever really 100000% get over somebody once it ends. More like you gradually come to terms with the new reality (being apart) over time. I remember Baz mentioning Stephanie (in passing) in the '06 Eddie Trunk interview and Axl seemed cool with it though. I personally find the "This I Love" and "Prostitute" outro on the album very therapeutic and a "closing of chapters" of sorts... Would be cool to hear Axl's thoughts on all this though- but completely understandable if he has no desire to "go there" except through the beautiful music he has created. : ok: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Eazy E on December 13, 2008, 03:23:43 PM He mentioned in another Q/A section that "Checkmate" is not a song, however he did not rule out that the piece was not a GNR song. Could the snippet we have heard of "Checkmate" actually be "The General? I assumed that's what he meant when he said we may have already heard parts of it. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: D on December 13, 2008, 03:24:58 PM Remember the awesome guitar interude the guys would play on the 02 tour I think it was? Could that possibly be the General?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Chief on December 13, 2008, 03:28:19 PM Possibly. any of the jams really could be part of songs that we haven't heard yet...
Remember the awesome guitar interude the guys would play on the 02 tour I think it was? Could that possibly be the General? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Erin on December 13, 2008, 03:41:07 PM Thank you to the person who posted this for us. Once again, I missed Axl online. It's nice to come in and be able to catch up and see it all in one, nice clean form.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: efish on December 13, 2008, 04:08:34 PM Let the speculation begin about The General I'm thinking it may be the opening part of Bucket's solo after he did the nunchuks/robot dance routine. You know, the part that has the big, ominous drums by Brain and Bucket's playing kind of a mean, slower piece on his guitars. It was the only part of Bucket's solo routine I didn't recognize as either one of his solo songs or a cover of another song I'm also wondering what the song he played leading into NR at the Boston and NYC shows in 2002 was. That was an awesome sounding piece, very majestic It's definetly the little leak "Checkmate". Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: D on December 13, 2008, 04:08:58 PM Damn, now we gotta go back through all the shows and listen
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Eazy E on December 13, 2008, 04:10:57 PM No, guys!... Come on, it only makes sense that it's Checkmate!
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: KIKO2K6 on December 13, 2008, 04:16:58 PM No, guys!... Come on, it only makes sense that it's Checkmate! Damn, now we gotta go back through all the shows and listen No, guys!... Come on, it only makes sense that it's Checkmate! One more time... JACKIE CHAN nick name is The General do the math. : ok: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: D on December 13, 2008, 04:17:40 PM Jackie CHan's nickname is "The General?"
I didn't know that. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ShotgunBlues1978 on December 13, 2008, 04:18:25 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: efish on December 13, 2008, 04:20:41 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live Really? What show? I want to check that out. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: 14 Yrs Of Silence on December 13, 2008, 04:27:32 PM Interesting that he doesn't like Catcher in the Rye the novel. I wonder why?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ShotgunBlues1978 on December 13, 2008, 04:27:48 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live Really? What show? I want to check that out. Can't remember, I will try to find it, someone posted it here or on another GnR site months back and they were playing something that sounded damn near exactly like If The World when they moved the piano (either before Dizzy did his piano solo leading into The Blues or after that while they were moving the piano back off stage, can't remember) Maybe my memory is skewed but I'm pretty sure that they played part of ITW then Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: KIKO2K6 on December 13, 2008, 04:28:59 PM Jackie CHan's nickname is "The General?" I didn't know that. Jackie CHan a.k.a General Jackie. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: TheRaven on December 13, 2008, 04:36:27 PM Jackie CHan's nickname is "The General?" Well, from his Wikipedia page, "Jackie Chan performs most of his own stunts, which are choreographed by the Jackie Chan Stunt Team. He has stated in interviews that the primary inspiration of his more comedic stunts were the films such as The General...."I didn't know that. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: jarmo on December 13, 2008, 05:27:01 PM Another awesome chat. 8)
All three chats have definitely been a cool thing to see. /jarmo Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: LordRazZ on December 13, 2008, 05:38:58 PM I KNEW IT!! CHECKMATE IS REAL!!!!!
HAHA!! I knew he was alluding to that. Sorry, probably wrong thread. BUT I KNEW IT!!!!!!!!!!!! And no..I still don't have the song... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: erose on December 13, 2008, 05:44:00 PM Word. Very cool to read. : ok:
Thats should shut some people up as wel! ;D Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: LordRazZ on December 13, 2008, 05:52:33 PM And as a side note. The day after I tell Jarmo I'm leaving the board out of anger and frustration, Axl shows up and talks. Alright, I'm back in the fan club, but I'm not happy about it. Betcha the ass did it on purpose.
Grrrrr.... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ShotgunBlues1978 on December 13, 2008, 05:56:34 PM I question whether or not The General is actually Checkmate, just because Checkmate showed up the same time as Catcher, and from sound/recording quality sounded like it was from the same source. The General is a song that was originally created by Brain, so it seems like it must be from later than that. Who knows, could be wrong but Checkmate sounds like it predates the 2000 lineup. For some reason I got the feeling that Checkmate is actually Atlas Shrugged, because the Classic Rock guys said that Atlas Shrugged had Brian May on it, and the vocals/recording quality on Checkmate sound like the original Catcher leak
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Hale on December 13, 2008, 06:12:32 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live Really? What show? I want to check that out. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=TYj7KDlahZU That's an amazing jam but I just can't hear 'If The World' there... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ShotgunBlues1978 on December 13, 2008, 06:16:55 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live Really? What show? I want to check that out. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=TYj7KDlahZU That's an amazing jam but I just can't hear 'If The World' there... Yeah it's a different one, I've been trying to find it but to no avail. I'll keep looking though Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Jimmy? on December 13, 2008, 06:26:21 PM Well, considering he's been playing pieces of Prostitute on piano live since 2002, and they played parts of If The World during the "piano moving jam" in '06, it could easily be something they played a bit of live Really? What show? I want to check that out. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=TYj7KDlahZU Ummmm, that's not If The World. Awesome though!!! Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Shackler on December 13, 2008, 06:33:26 PM Cud "the general" be some o that piano from makin-of-videos- estranged thing?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: ShotgunBlues1978 on December 13, 2008, 06:43:01 PM Cud "the general" be some o that piano from makin-of-videos- estranged thing? Nope Here is what we know about The General -Brain came up with the original idea for the song (that's from Brain himself) -Marco Beltrami did orchestration for it (from Marco's website) -Bach says it's "by far the heaviest metal tune I've ever heard Axl do, it's this slow grinding riff with these high piercing vocals" Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Pine Barrens on December 13, 2008, 06:43:14 PM Excellent read! Thanks for compiling and posting! :beer:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: R9fanatik on December 13, 2008, 06:45:51 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome.
What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: LordRazZ on December 13, 2008, 06:51:00 PM I dunno. Lemme go find one, sign up, tell them I don't wanna be in the fan club anymore, and he'll be there about 20 minutes later. :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant: :rant:
Seriously. That sucks. Great read though. It's good to see Axl coming and talking to all of us (except me, who picked that single day to be angry at the band....). Thanks Axl. Feel free to stick around for a while. We don't bite (Well...Christos does) RazZ Oh....and by the way. Ya couldn't mention something like "RazZ doesn't have a full copy of Checkmate...never has, never will"??? Was that too much to ask. From now on, every email I get about the subject, I'm just gonna forward it to BBF, and I'll ask him to print em all for ya....lol. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 07:11:27 PM Axl's got a new avatar on mygnr ;)
(http://www.mygnrforum.com/style_images/MYGNRFORUM2/folder_team_icons/gunsnroses.gif) Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 07:20:32 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome. What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Are there any big boards left? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 07:21:26 PM He could come to the German forum. Would be awsome.
gunsnrosesforum.de Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gfish on December 13, 2008, 07:27:47 PM How exactly do you ask Axl a question? Is it like pm him when he logs on? Or is there a thread of them? Hows it going down?
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Catcher on December 13, 2008, 07:28:31 PM He could come to the German forum. Would be awsome. gunsnrosesforum.de You just saying that or is that a tip lol Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Gaymo, the Hobbit on December 13, 2008, 07:30:50 PM i wish it was ;-)
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 13, 2008, 07:38:13 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome. What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Are there any big boards left? Nah thats about it, he might come back here or cd.com again hopefully... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Jim Bob on December 13, 2008, 07:48:01 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome. What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Are there any big boards left? Nah thats about it, he might come back here or cd.com again hopefully... they did acknowledge the gnrevolution board on their main site. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GnRFans on December 13, 2008, 07:48:28 PM He could come to the German forum. Would be awsome. gunsnrosesforum.de thats right :-) Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: lennonisgod on December 13, 2008, 08:12:58 PM I wish someone would have asked about B-sides on any of the upcoming singles... Are we going to get any new songs as b-sides???
That's about the only question I can think of that wasn't asked that I am interested in. Good questions btw to those that asked them... Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: LordRazZ on December 13, 2008, 08:44:30 PM My only question would have been "Could you please tell everyone that I don't have a copy of Checkmate?"
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Alfie Bones on December 13, 2008, 09:19:11 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome. What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Are there any big boards left? Nah thats about it, he might come back here or cd.com again hopefully... Well, I'm sure he's learned to avoid MyGNR like a plague. : ok: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: axlrose_7 on December 13, 2008, 09:26:00 PM This is just like a miracle , The rockstar Axl Rose chatting with their fans , thats awesome. What board will be the next that axl will check?? Sorry for my bad english. Are there any big boards left? Nah thats about it, he might come back here or cd.com again hopefully... isn't newgnr.com considered as "big"? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: CaughtMeInaComa on December 13, 2008, 09:28:37 PM these interviews have really been awsome. makes me feel like he's one of us now.. it's cool.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GypsySoul on December 13, 2008, 09:59:26 PM Quote Quote from: steveysham on Today at 12:31:19 Axl, I'd just like to say I feel that you have captured the mood and feel of J.D Sallinger's 'The Catcher In The Rye' perfectly. Why did you chose this book to reference as regards to Chinese Democracy. On a related note, What are your five favourite books? Quote Quote from: Dexter @ CD.com Ok, I've never actually tried to put this into words this way before and this'll probably get me in trouble with someone but here goes... The piano started while watching a documentary or A&E type show on Chapman and wanting to write something for Lennon and his family. W/the book it started as fascination and curiosity with Holden Caufield Syndrome and what was or could possibly be in the book that obviously certain vulnerable people have seemed to become so passionate about and resort to outrageous public attempts or acts of violence. That and the question most have in regard to Lennon's death...why? Can't say I have those answers but I feel our song pays the emotional tribute to John Lennon in the end that I'd wanted to write since the night he was killed and also since first listening to Elton and Bernie's Empty Garden. I read the book. I fell into a deep dark sleep. Went to the studio and sang as a joke what I refer to as the Holden parts off the top of my head and felt at the time at least imo I had stumbled on a way of thinking that had a pattern and a flow but was broken up like a television station going out and coming back slightly off course intermittently and not making sense with it's earlier portion. Where this unease helped to justify or even demand taking action and feeling the power of taking that action against whoever your mind felt was somehow involved or the root of this unease and alienation. Accompanied by a calming surreal almost religious (but totally insane) vibe I think that if some were to experience having limited capabilities, insecurities or are mentally and emotionally challenged in some way could find a false sense of solace and take comfort in like being on some type of drugs or meds but with an added completely false sense of an imagined calling or purpose. It certainly could and very well often would feel better than some individuals real world or having to experience or live with a clearer perspective of their true reality... All of which of course could be imagined and hooked together by events like Lennon's murder, reading the book, wanting to write a song about someone being insane, John Lennon, Chapman, people shooting people and watching Mel Gibson's Conspiracy! ;D And when I got home not in any dramatic way but more like cleaning off the dinner table I threw my book away. Don't know if any of that's really what any of that's about but that's how it hit me and just like an instant cake we got the basis for a song. :P The Stand, A Scanner Darkly, The Mutant King, The Zodiac, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Okay. So ?they? say it?s the intent of every great artist that their work be ?mind provoking? so this reply got my mind provoked enough where I thought to myself ?oooohhh, is that what this is all about?? Gypsy Disclaimer: This is all just me ?connecting the dots? in my own mind. I am probably waaaaaaaaaaaaaay off-base in everything I?m about to say so maybe I should apologize to Axl right up front ??. but I?m gonna say it anyways. Seems just like the rest of us, Axl is fascinated by the ?darker side? of life ? real and fictional ..... Mark David Chapman ? Charlie Manson ? The Sopranos ? Dexter ? etc. Just look at his 5 fav books ?.. by-the-by: hi Del, loved your book :wave: I thought Tale of Two Heroines was one of the most beautiful stories I ever read because to me it symbolized the ultimate love a mother has for her child. Other people I know who read it did not even remotely get that from the story :hihi: ..... but I digress... So anyways ..... aren?t most of us fascinated by these same people/events? So psychologically speaking, doesn?t that make Axl ?normal? but because of the persona (perceived or otherwise) the media and to some extent he himself embraced, he?s made out to be this tyrannical/evil (in a good way)/bad-boy rock-star that draws us to him in much the same way we root for a ?Dexter?? Maybe in his mind?s eye Axl doesn?t fully realize that?s sorta kinda the connection we?re making because he has the talent/ways/means to express his ?fascination? through his music but he?s also caught up in the ?business world? issues that have been delaying his outlet. I remember feeling disappointed when I found out that in real life Buckethead doesn?t actually believe he?s Buckethead. It?s all an act that because of his talent he was able to take to the extreme. Unlike what Axl does which is convey outwardly though his talents his/our inner ?whatever?. Which brings me to Robin. I always got the impression that Robin doesn?t quite ?get? this inner/outward expression that is Axl and how it was intertwined with delays of the business issues. IMO, Bumblefoot is the one everyone should be ascared of!!! What?s he trying to hide behind that ?fan-friendly? image? :nervous: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Clau on December 13, 2008, 10:20:24 PM Thanks Axl! the cd is great! I hope that these new tour here in Argentina. The best! your fans love you very much in Argentina : ok: :drool: ;D
lol Clau Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Doc Emmett Brown on December 13, 2008, 10:24:18 PM Quote Quote from: Rex on Today at 12:24:14 Axl, do you think This I Love is still the heaviest thing you've written, or has another song popped up that now holds that title? That's still it and ultimately a great healing experience to compose something you have no real idea you're capable of such as the bridge. It's a lot more intricate than I think most realize yet as the guitar and vocals are placed as they should be so dominant. The main string melody in that section I had originally written to a hip-hop loop as well. My first thought on hearing the song was that it's lavish. Then I come here and read remarks about how simplistic it is, and I was puzzled. It's nice to know it was conceived of as 'intricate'. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: PJ on December 13, 2008, 10:46:22 PM I question whether or not The General is actually Checkmate, just because Checkmate showed up the same time as Catcher, and from sound/recording quality sounded like it was from the same source. The General is a song that was originally created by Brain, so it seems like it must be from later than that. Who knows, could be wrong but Checkmate sounds like it predates the 2000 lineup. For some reason I got the feeling that Checkmate is actually Atlas Shrugged, because the Classic Rock guys said that Atlas Shrugged had Brian May on it, and the vocals/recording quality on Checkmate sound like the original Catcher leak atlas shrugged is a balladi dont think the general is checkmate i remember in the 2002.. someone said that the general was played in the BH solo every show (the part with military drums.. and eerie guitars) and that person was trustable.. but then another person asked brain about it and he said that.. they didnt play any new song as a intro or instrumental in the tours (lying because now we know they played prostitute and if the world) so now i think the part of the BH solo is a part of the general Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Robman? on December 14, 2008, 12:37:37 AM I question whether or not The General is actually Checkmate, just because Checkmate showed up the same time as Catcher, and from sound/recording quality sounded like it was from the same source. The General is a song that was originally created by Brain, so it seems like it must be from later than that. Who knows, could be wrong but Checkmate sounds like it predates the 2000 lineup. For some reason I got the feeling that Checkmate is actually Atlas Shrugged, because the Classic Rock guys said that Atlas Shrugged had Brian May on it, and the vocals/recording quality on Checkmate sound like the original Catcher leak atlas shrugged is a balladi dont think the general is checkmate i remember in the 2002.. someone said that the general was played in the BH solo every show (the part with military drums.. and eerie guitars) and that person was trustable.. but then another person asked brain about it and he said that.. they didnt play any new song as a intro or instrumental in the tours (lying because now we know they played prostitute and if the world) so now i think the part of the BH solo is a part of the general link to said solo, por favor? Quote Quote from: Rex on Today at 12:24:14 Axl, do you think This I Love is still the heaviest thing you've written, or has another song popped up that now holds that title? That's still it and ultimately a great healing experience to compose something you have no real idea you're capable of such as the bridge. It's a lot more intricate than I think most realize yet as the guitar and vocals are placed as they should be so dominant. The main string melody in that section I had originally written to a hip-hop loop as well. My first thought on hearing the song was that it's lavish. Then I come here and read remarks about how simplistic it is, and I was puzzled. It's nice to know it was conceived of as 'intricate'. I agree completely. Today I just noticed the flutes playing behind the vocals in the second verse. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: nekomex on December 14, 2008, 12:41:58 AM what about the kurt cobain question?
was his replay a way of just not answering anything? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: its_so_easy on December 14, 2008, 12:48:50 AM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand...
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: GNR4L on December 14, 2008, 12:50:23 AM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand... Yeah that would be a interesting response none the least on Grohl. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: AXL DEMOCRACY on December 14, 2008, 12:53:40 AM Especially since Grohl loves to run his mouth about Axl, and that condescending arrogant rant at Rock In Rio in Portugal still annoys me.
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Billo on December 14, 2008, 12:57:07 AM what rant?? link??
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: LeftToDecay on December 14, 2008, 12:59:38 AM Ohh man these chats were such a cool thing to do from Axl.
I'm guessing what he did is pretty unique as well. Ofc tons and tons of artists communicate with their fans via net these days, and tons and tons of Q&A things and chats and such are arranged, but it's usually much more controlled environment, and not in the backyard of the fans right? He remained amazingly zen through some of it, even though many people opted to ask their questions in asshole- mode. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: nekomex on December 14, 2008, 01:56:20 AM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand... yes i agree, its just that i didnt understood the answer really well, and i think he said something in RIR3 about cobain. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Continental Drift on December 14, 2008, 02:59:03 AM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand... yes i agree, its just that i didnt understood the answer really well, and i think he said something in RIR3 about cobain. Personally, I took the "I've been busy since then" thing thing to mean that unlike Cobain (who took the "easy way out" from rock stardom)- Axl persevered. Who knows though. Anyway, didn't it come to light that Cobain wrote about Axl in his journals/diaries and considered him his long-lost "white trash brother" or something? I think Courtney Love has also said that Cobain actually enjoyed Appetite For Destruction too. Now- Axl's opinion on THOSE tidbits would be interesting. :hihi: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: remcognr on December 14, 2008, 04:19:54 AM i remember in the 2002.. someone said that the general was played in the BH solo every show (the part with military drums.. and eerie guitars) and that person was trustable.. but then another person asked brain about it and he said that.. they didnt play any new song as a intro or instrumental in the tours (lying because now we know they played prostitute and if the world) so now i think the part of the BH solo is a part of the general seriously? if the world?? do you base this on a bootleg? I've got quite a few from 02 an 06 but can't remember hearing any of those... do you have a date of a show where they played it? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: norway on December 14, 2008, 05:16:03 AM Could the snippet we have heard of "Checkmate" actually be "The General? well, duh. :P He said we may have heard snippets of "The General" . I think it's two, one high quality guitarsnippet, and one low quality snippet with all instruments+ vocals. Furtheron Axl said: And Checkmate is a bogus title. The working title is Jackie Chan. 8) "Jackie Chan" is an anagram for "checkmate" (almost :-X ) Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: mrarkadin on December 14, 2008, 06:13:09 AM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand... yes i agree, its just that i didnt understood the answer really well, and i think he said something in RIR3 about cobain. Personally, I took the "I've been busy since then" thing thing to mean that unlike Cobain (who took the "easy way out" from rock stardom)- Axl persevered. Who knows though. Anyway, didn't it come to light that Cobain wrote about Axl in his journals/diaries and considered him his long-lost "white trash brother" or something? I think Courtney Love has also said that Cobain actually enjoyed Appetite For Destruction too. Now- Axl's opinion on THOSE tidbits would be interesting. :hihi: I think the point of Axl's answer was he's been busy with important things, not worrying over Kurt Cobain the last 14 years. The whole "whatever" part of his answer was pretty funny, light jab at Cobain's attitude. Oh well whatever nevermind. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: mrarkadin on December 14, 2008, 06:18:21 AM Could the snippet we have heard of "Checkmate" actually be "The General? well, duh. :P He said we may have heard snippets of "The General" . I think it's two, one high quality guitarsnippet, and one low quality snippet with all instruments+ vocals. The "Jackie Chan" clips sound nothing like Bach's description of The General. Slow grinding guitars, piercing vocals, heaviest song Axl's done etc. More likely, to me anyhow, it's part of an instrumental or intro. Anyhow, no sense in worrying too much--that song has a few years before it surfaces, right? Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: gunns1 on December 14, 2008, 06:20:35 AM will he be at newgnr today?
someone said he logged in today, but then logged out. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: tim_m on December 14, 2008, 06:59:42 AM I'd say with axl anything is possible. :hihi:
Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: PJ on December 14, 2008, 05:07:08 PM I question whether or not The General is actually Checkmate, just because Checkmate showed up the same time as Catcher, and from sound/recording quality sounded like it was from the same source. The General is a song that was originally created by Brain, so it seems like it must be from later than that. Who knows, could be wrong but Checkmate sounds like it predates the 2000 lineup. For some reason I got the feeling that Checkmate is actually Atlas Shrugged, because the Classic Rock guys said that Atlas Shrugged had Brian May on it, and the vocals/recording quality on Checkmate sound like the original Catcher leak atlas shrugged is a balladi dont think the general is checkmate i remember in the 2002.. someone said that the general was played in the BH solo every show (the part with military drums.. and eerie guitars) and that person was trustable.. but then another person asked brain about it and he said that.. they didnt play any new song as a intro or instrumental in the tours (lying because now we know they played prostitute and if the world) so now i think the part of the BH solo is a part of the general link to said solo, por favor? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPAxKf1LRzk from 2:34 to 3:22 Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Continental Drift on December 14, 2008, 05:11:00 PM cobain is dead, axl dont need no beef with a dead man, dave grohl on the other hand... yes i agree, its just that i didnt understood the answer really well, and i think he said something in RIR3 about cobain. Personally, I took the "I've been busy since then" thing thing to mean that unlike Cobain (who took the "easy way out" from rock stardom)- Axl persevered. Who knows though. Anyway, didn't it come to light that Cobain wrote about Axl in his journals/diaries and considered him his long-lost "white trash brother" or something? I think Courtney Love has also said that Cobain actually enjoyed Appetite For Destruction too. Now- Axl's opinion on THOSE tidbits would be interesting. :hihi: I think the point of Axl's answer was he's been busy with important things, not worrying over Kurt Cobain the last 14 years. The whole "whatever" part of his answer was pretty funny, light jab at Cobain's attitude. Oh well whatever nevermind. AHHAA... nice catch man! I think you're right. Axl's a fucking riot. :rofl: Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: The Dog on December 14, 2008, 06:38:26 PM Really funny how some people are dissecting every single word of Ax's :hihi:
Will be fun to play a lot of the songs from ChiDem on Rockband. Hopefully they can settle the legal stuff soon though so we can get appetite on RB. Title: Re: Dexter tonight at CD.com (December 13th) Post by: Mooch on December 18, 2008, 09:48:28 PM I question whether or not The General is actually Checkmate, just because Checkmate showed up the same time as Catcher, and from sound/recording quality sounded like it was from the same source. The General is a song that was originally created by Brain, so it seems like it must be from later than that. Who knows, could be wrong but Checkmate sounds like it predates the 2000 lineup. For some reason I got the feeling that Checkmate is actually Atlas Shrugged, because the Classic Rock guys said that Atlas Shrugged had Brian May on it, and the vocals/recording quality on Checkmate sound like the original Catcher leak atlas shrugged is a balladi dont think the general is checkmate i remember in the 2002.. someone said that the general was played in the BH solo every show (the part with military drums.. and eerie guitars) and that person was trustable.. but then another person asked brain about it and he said that.. they didnt play any new song as a intro or instrumental in the tours (lying because now we know they played prostitute and if the world) so now i think the part of the BH solo is a part of the general link to said solo, por favor? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPAxKf1LRzk from 2:34 to 3:22 Nope, your wrong. That part that bucket is playing is his solo material off of "giant robot". He plays it all the time at his solo shows |